Community Chest grants deliver £27,295 to boost grassroots projects across South Cambridgeshire
Community groups across South Cambridgeshire are set to make a difference to people’s lives after receiving a share of more than £27,295 in Community Chest grants.
Milestone reached for Northstowe’s first community faith site following bidding process
The next steps for the first plot of land made available to faith groups for Northstowe have been outlined, following a public engagement and assessment process.
New Cabinet positions confirmed
South Cambridgeshire District Council has confirmed the Councillors who will take on leading roles in its Cabinet.
State-of-the-art Unity Centre completed as Council formally hands over keys to Northstowe Town Council
South Cambridgeshire District Council and Kier Construction came together this week to celebrate the completion of the Unity Centre – the permanent community centre in Northstowe. This marked a key milestone in Northstowe’s Phase 1 development and a significant achievement for the Council, setting the highest possible standard for new community facilities.
Council agrees ambitious 2026/27 plan with major green investment and expanded community support
South Cambridgeshire District Council has confirmed a bold programme for the year ahead – built around strengthening communities, backing local businesses and more progress towards a cleaner, greener future.
New reports highlight how communities could get increased benefits from planning process as progress on new homes revealed
New data published by Greater Cambridge Shared Planning confirms Cambridge City and South Cambridgeshire District councils remain on track to bring forward the new homes and space for jobs set out in their adopted 2018 Local Plans.
Groundbreaking for renewable energy scheme to future-proof bin collections
Construction has begun on a pioneering renewable energy solar park to power electric bin lorries for Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire.
A £449,000 package of support will tackle cost-of-living challenges for the next two years
A budget of £449,000 has been approved to help South Cambridgeshire residents through the next two years of cost-of-living financial pressures.
South Cambs Council set to challenge Government over Arthur Rank Hospice funding
South Cambridgeshire District Council will debate a motion at its next full council meeting that challenges the Government’s failure to protect vital end-of-life care services in Cambridgeshire.
South Cambridgeshire welcomes almost 1,000 Ukrainians under Homes for Ukraine scheme
South Cambridgeshire has welcomed almost 1,000 Ukrainians fleeing the war, thanks to the generosity of local communities and support provided by the District Council.
A £100,000 grant scheme powers growth for 21 small businesses across South Cambridgeshire
Kickboxing training, artisan baked goods and cycle repairs are among businesses who have received a share of £100,000 in grants from South Cambridgeshire District Council.
South Cambs leader recognised in National Councillor Awards
The Leader of South Cambridgeshire District Council, Cllr Bridget Smith (Lib Dem, Gamlingay ward) was recognised in the national LGiU and CCLA Councillor Awards on Tuesday night (18 November 2025).
Council campaign secures free school meals for more families in South Cambridgeshire
More than 80 extra children in South Cambridgeshire are now receiving free school meals, thanks to a pioneering initiative between two councils.
Tackling period poverty with environmentally friendly menstrual products
South Cambridgeshire District Council is once again joining the fight to end period poverty by providing free environmentally friendly menstrual products for hundreds more residents.
Have your say: Consultation on proposed changes to Street Trading in South Cambs
Proposed changes to street trading in South Cambridgeshire aim to help small local businesses work in more places whilst giving local communities more of a say.
Grassroots groups receive funding to improve community life across South Cambridgeshire
Local sports clubs, a community centre and village events are set to benefit from more than £7,000 in the latest round of South Cambridgeshire District Council Community Chest grants.
South Cambridgeshire residents invited to help shape Council priorities for year ahead
South Cambridgeshire residents and businesses are being asked to outline their priorities for the District Council for the year ahead.
Zero Carbon Communities grants – successful candidates revealed
Community projects are being supported to act on climate change thanks to new funding awarded in the Zero Carbon Communities (ZCC) grant scheme.
Local climate action conference empowers communities to drive change
Creating a greener district for South Cambridgeshire residents is on the agenda at a climate conference celebrating net zero action locally.
£300,000 available to support community services in South Cambridgeshire
A £300,000 annual funding programme launches today (8 September), aimed at empowering local groups that deliver vital services to South Cambridgeshire residents.
Cambourne set to be transformed into a giant game this autumn
Beat the Street, an innovative physical activity game that has engaged more than a million people, is coming to South Cambridgeshire.
£100,000 of rural funding brews community spirit - one cuppa at a time
A new community café in Northstowe is bringing people together, thanks to £100,000 of rural funding.