District Council signs Anti-Racism Charter with UNISON
South Cambridgeshire District Council has pledged a commitment to tackling racism - and promoting equality - by signing an anti-racism charter. The charter, an initiative from UNISON, aims to tackle racism in the public sector on a national level. It commits organisations and their leaders to having a clear and visible race equality policy, as well as programme of anti-racism initiatives such…
Businesses in the North facing greater challenges than peers in the South
According to research by Price Bailey, twice as many businesses in the North expect sales volumes to fall over the next 12 months. Businesses in the North less confident about putting their prices up.
Council Tax may be doubled on second and empty properties in South Cambridgeshire
Plans to bring more empty homes back into use in South Cambridgeshire could see Council Tax doubled on long-term vacant or second properties.
MP welcomes budget boost for Cambridge
Welcoming the major infrastructure and housing investment announced for Cambridge in today's Budget by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves, Daniel Zeichner, MP for Cambridge said: "Rachel Reeves showed clearly how this Budget is focused on “investment, investment, investment” to get the economy moving with a boost to public investment of over £100 billion in the next five years.
Last few weeks to have a say on the future of buses
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority is urging local people to get involved in the bus franchising consultation before it closes in just a few weeks' time.
Helping end period poverty with environmentally-friendly menstrual products
South Cambridgeshire District Council is joining the fight to end period poverty by providing free menstrual products for up to 700 residents.
AI to help engage communities through Greater Cambridge Shared Planning partnership with the University of Liverpool
This is a joint release on behalf of Cambridge City Council, South Cambridgeshire District Council and the Greater Cambridge Shared Planning Service.
Connect and collaborate at a free business workspace in South Cambridgeshire
Regional businesses, entrepreneurs, community groups and charities are being invited to Cambourne to try a new collaborative working space - free of charge until the new year!
Personal growth & authentic leadership
At the start of the month our MD, Nick O'Sullivan was invited to speak to the final year students at Nottingham Trent University's Fashion Management course on all things leadership and management and how to find their own authentic style.
Council takes action to reduce its carbon emissions by another 10%
CAMBRIDGE City Council has achieved a reduction of 10.8% in the council’s own emissions since 2022/23 – a reduction of approximately 500 tonnes of CO2 compared to the previous year. This was highlighted in the Annual Climate Change Strategy and Carbon Management Plan report which notes the actions taken to achieve these reductions.
More than £360,000 in grants to boost rural life in South Cambridgeshire
Seven community and business projects are set to share grants of more than £360,000 to help boost rural life in South Cambridgeshire.
Local Climate Action Conference encourages everyone to do their bit to tackle climate change
Creating a cleaner district for South Cambridgeshire residents is on the agenda at a climate conference in Cambourne celebrating net zero action locally.
Benefits of a Nitrosamine Selective Detector
Nitrosamines, such as N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), are carcinogenic compounds that can form during the drug manufacturing process and storage under certain conditions.
MP praises groundwork of concrete innovators
On Friday 11 October 2024, Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner got stuck in with some of the innovative, climate-friendly construction materials made at Biozeroc, a trailblazing company that is revolutionising the construction industry through sustainable, bacteria-based concrete technology.
£200,000 of grants will help rejuvenate high streets in South Cambridgeshire
A new £200,000 grant scheme is available to support projects that boost the heart of communities across South Cambridgeshire.
Council publishes feedback after asking what people want to see in a new Cambridge Civic Quarter
CAMBRIDGE City Council has published feedback received about the future of
Innovative bioscience and lifesaving research shine during Mayor's campus visit
Dr Nik Johnson, Mayor of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, visited Cambridge Biomedical Campus to find out more about its contribution to the local economy and its role as the base for world-class healthcare, pioneering bioscience and innovation-led business growth.
South Cambridgeshire District Council is committed to ending violence against women and girls as a White Ribbon organisation
South Cambridgeshire District Council has become White Ribbon Accredited in recognition of its commitment to preventing harassment, abuse and violence against women and girls.
Bus franchising consultation reaches half way mark
The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority’s bus franchising consultation is reaching its halfway mark.
Wake up and smell the coffee on Fairtrade, urges Cambridge MP
To mark Fairtrade Fortnight, Daniel Zeichner, Member of Parliament for Cambridge, visited Café Abantu on Friday 20 September 2024 to highlight its dedication to Fairtrade and sustainable practices.
Benefits of District Council’s cost-of-living support highlighted
The latest cost-of-living support that has benefited thousands of South Cambridgeshire residents has been outlined in a new District Council report.
KKR completes acquisition of geospatial software business IQGeo
London, 24 September 2024 – KKR, a leading global investment firm, announces the completion of its acquisition of IQGeo, a geospatial software developer headquartered in the U.K.
Grants boost community support in South Cambridgeshire
Art for mental health, domestic abuse support and a community transport charity are among groups sharing a grant funding pot of more than £180,000 from South Cambridgeshire District Council.
Council calls on employers to pledge support for digital badges in recruitment and retention
Cambridge City Council pledges to recognise digital badges in its recruitment and staff development processes, and is calling on local employers to pledge to do the same.