City Council budget plans biggest programme of asset investment for over a decade
Major capital investment including 500 new council homes, significant council land redevelopment, and investment in digital technology and CCTV are the centrepiece of the Cambridge City Council annual Budget Report, just published - the biggest council investment in its major sites and community assets for well over a decade.
Have your say on Local Plan modifications
A six-week public consultation has begun on proposed modifications to the draft Local Plans for South Cambridgeshire and Cambridge.
Great Get-Together combats loneliness and promotes well-being at Christmas
Following on from the success this summer of the national initiative in memory of Jo Cox, The Great Get Together is now focusing on bringing people together this Christmas and Cambridge City Council is encouraging local groups to get involved.
Council prioritises building more houses to provide people with a secure place to call home
Providing more homes for people in desperate need remains a top priority for Cambridge City Council.
Free energy advice service aims to cut bills and keep homes warm this winter
A new energy advice service has been launched to help Cambridge residents cut household bills and keep their homes warm this winter for less.
Peer challenge team praises city council ambition
An independent review of Cambridge City Council’s prospects has concluded the council is well run, is working well in partnership to improve the quality of residents’ lives and knows the things it needs to do better.
Cambridge Junction development plans move a step closer
Cambridge City Council is working with Cambridge Junction, one of the city’s flagship cultural venues, to ensure its buildings and facilities are fit for purpose well into the 21st Century.
Local environmental projects could receive boost from Sustainable City grants
Local projects aimed at improving energy efficiency, reducing waste, promoting sustainability and countering the effects of climate change could be in line for funding of up to £10,000 from Cambridge City Council.
Cambridge Street Aid raises over £18,000 to help rough sleepers in its first year
More than £18,000 has been donated to Cambridge Street Aid since it was launched one year ago. The charitable fund, which is supported by Cambridge City Council, has now paid out more than £15,000 in grants to help vulnerable people to get off or stay off the streets.
Theatre production aims to show young people why ‘money matters’
A play being performed in Cambridge this week is giving young people the opportunity to think about some of the financial challenges they may face after leaving school.
Residents encouraged to help city’s ‘urban forest’ thrive during National Tree Week
Cambridge City Council is asking residents for their help in promoting and protecting trees during National Tree Week.
Council offers important information on equality law for businesses
Cambridge City Council wants to ensure that you are meeting your legal requirements related to disabled access following recent court action against Cambridge businesses.
Cambridge City Leader welcomes infrastructure report on Cambridge/Milton Keynes/Oxford arc
Councillor Lewis Herbert, Leader of Cambridge City Council, has added the voice of Cambridge in support of the detailed recommendations in the National Infrastructure Commission’s (NIC) latest report, just published. It calls for major extra Government investment in next week’s Budget to fund new rail and road infrastructure for Cambridge, Cambridgeshire and the whole Oxford/Milton Keynes…
Local children take over to have their say about life in Cambridge
Primary school children are set to have their say about making Cambridge a better place to live, at a special Takeover Day tomorrow (Friday 17 November).
Council marks a successful living wage week with events for employers, staff and residents
Cambridge City Council took part in special events and initiatives to celebrate this year’s national Living Wage Week last week (5-11 November).
Energy saving improvements make a splash at Abbey Pools
Cambridge City Council has made a number of improvements at the Abbey Leisure Complex as part of its work to cut energy use, reduce carbon emissions, and tackle climate change.
Vote for Britain’s favourite market – vote for Cambridge Market
Voting is now open for Britain’s Favourite Market and Cambridge City Council is encouraging residents and visitors to vote for Cambridge Market.
Council votes ‘yes’ to second term for Cambridge Bid
Cambridge City Council is supporting Cambridge BID (Business Improvement District) as it seeks to be voted in for a second five year term.
Council helps small businesses save money on energy bills
Small businesses can learn how to reduce their energy consumption, make savings on their fuel bills, and enhance their green credentials at a free breakfast workshop next month.
Free energy efficiency training session for Cambridge SMEs
Are you a small or young business looking to reduce your energy consumption, reduce your costs, and improve your reputation? Sign up to receive energy efficiency training from a Carbon Trust expert and explore some of the initiatives on offer that provide funded support and capital which aim to help you develop and grow your business.
Fresh push to tackle poverty and disadvantage in Living Wage Week
Cambridge City Council will mark the progress it has made in encouraging employers to pay the Real Living Wage, by asking more local businesses to join its campaign to tackle poverty and disadvantage, during next week’s national Living Wage Week (5 – 11 November).
Council Benefits team recognised with national award
Cambridge City Council’s Benefits team has been named as Welfare Benefits Team of the Year 2017 by the Institute of Revenues Rating and Valuation.
Council supports musical evening in aid of local homelessness charities
Cambridge City Council is supporting an event to raise money and awareness for two homelessness charities.
Make a difference to your city - volunteer for Cambridge
A one day fair at The Guildhall this month will bring together a range of local voluntary organisations to give residents and students an opportunity to learn about volunteering in Cambridge, and how they can get involved to help make a real difference to people’s lives.
Council making progress to reduce carbon emissions and tackle climate change
AN ANNUAL report has outlined the work Cambridge City Council has been doing to help the city respond to climate change including by reducing carbon emissions from its buildings and operations, and among residents, businesses and visitors.