Council celebrates inclusion and diversity at Cambridge Pride
Colleagues from South Cambridgeshire District Council attended Cambridge Pride on Saturday 14 June at Jesus Green in Cambridge. Celebrating alongside thousands of people, the team discussed with attendees that were interested to learn about South Cambridgeshire as a place to live and work. The team explained what a career in local government looks like, how the Council is an inclusive and…
District Council launches new grant to get South Cambridgeshire active
A new funding pot has launched which will support adults across South Cambridgeshire to lead more active and healthier lifestyles.
Shaping Cambridgeshire’s energy future – share your views
The Cambridgeshire local authorities are developing a Local Area Energy Plan (LAEP) for our area. This will help ensure that the right energy infrastructure is in place to support Cambridgeshire’s transition to a low carbon place to live, work and thrive.
Daniel Zeichner hails free school meals boost for Cambridge kids
Daniel Zeichner, Member of Parliament for Cambridge and Food Minister, has welcomed a major announcement from the government that will see over 500,000 more children across the country — including many in Cambridge — receive free school meals from 2026.
Disabled residents in South Cambridgeshire set to benefit from increased funding for home adaptations
Disabled residents and people with long-term health conditions can now access more support to live independently at home, thanks to increased funding.
District Council helps residents secure millions of pounds in benefits not being claimed
South Cambridgeshire District Council has helped residents on lower incomes secure up to £3.6 million in benefits they’re entitled to – but weren’t claiming.
South Cambs elects new Council Chair and Vice-Chair
South Cambridgeshire District Council has elected a new Chair and Vice-Chair of the Council at their Annual General Meeting held yesterday on 22 May 2025.
Doors to the future: MP Daniel Zeichner opens new era at St Philip’s Primary
It’s all systems go at St Philip’s Primary School this Friday as Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner steps up to officially open their sparkling new entrance foyer!
Chand Chudasama of Cambridge based Price Bailey: Rising costs could stifle UK innovation and growth
CPI Inflation to the 12 months to April 2025 has risen to 3.5%. This is a stark increase from sub 3% CPI inflation that the UK has experienced for over a year. Particularly concerning is that household inflation, has risen to 4.1% which is the highest since December 2023. This indicates that the costs of running a household, including energy, have been particularly challenging.
Starmer: Year One conference to take place at ARU
Labour History Research Unit event will analyse and debate the government’s record.
Bridging the gap: Free programme helps community champions formalise their impact
Allia today launches Start Strong, a free six-week programme to help Cambridgeshire and Peterborough residents register socially motivated organisations. www.futurebusinesscentre.co.uk/programmes/start-strong
Labour boost for GP surgeries in Cambridge
Cambridge patients are set to benefit from thousands more GP appointments as Labour delivers a major cash boost to local surgeries.
New details revealed about council plans to upgrade Cambridge Market, Corn Exchange and Guildhall
Following a programme of community engagement in summer 2024, Cambridge City Council has updated its plans to upgrade Cambridge Market, Corn Exchange and Guildhall – known as the Civic Quarter project – and is inviting people to feedback on the more detailed plans prior to a planning application being submitted later in 2025.
South Cambs celebrates new bus routes
Commenting on the introduction of the New Tiger Bus Routes, SCDC Cabinet Member, Cllr John Williams (Lib Dem, Fen Ditton and Fulbourn ward) said:
Help shape future investment in Arbury, King’s Hedges and Chesterton
Cambridge City Council is asking local people to feed into a new Framework for Change for North Cambridge. The framework for change is a long-term plan to guide investment in the area, looking at older council housing estates, green spaces, streets, shops and community facilities in Arbury, King’s Hedges, and Chesterton.
South Cambridgeshire reports country’s largest rise in Healthy Start uptake following District Council's targeted campaign
South Cambridgeshire has seen the biggest increase in NHS Healthy Start claims in the country, following a targeted campaign by the District Council encouraging eligible parents to sign up for free food and milk support.
Support for local climate action in South Cambridgeshire continues with seventh round of Zero Carbon Communities grants
The seventh round of South Cambridgeshire’s Zero Carbon Communities (ZCC) grants launches, offering a share of £125,000 to successful applicants.
Women’s History Month: Lessons from female leadership at Amnesty International
In honour of Woman's History Month, hear from Møller Institute associate, Smita Elmore, about lessons she has learnt from examples of female leadership in her life and how this has impacted her perspectives.
A fresh new website designed to make learning easier
Practical, Supportive, and Local: A New Look for Computer Tutoring in CambridgeWe’re excited to share that our brand-new website is now live: www.computertutoring.co.uk
New report reveals businesses in East Anglia lack confidence in Parliament
New research by Price Bailey shows 44% of Businesses in East Anglia have low confidence in Parliament's ability to understand and deliver on their needs.
Lights, camera… hard hats! MP Daniel Zeichner to tour Cambridge Arts Theatre refurb
On Friday, 4 April, Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner will don a hard hat and high-vis vest as he takes a behind-the-scenes tour of the redevelopment of the iconic Cambridge Arts Theatre.
Cambridge law firm Stone King welcomes public benefit consultant Sandra Hamilton
Stone King is delighted to announce that Sandra Hamilton has joined the firm to support UK local authorities in developing new ways of working, bringing her extensive experience from working with public buyer’s associations, municipal governments, and community benefit networks across Canada.
Rupert Baines appointed Chair of Cambridge Tech Week 2025: A vision for global impact
Cambridge Tech Week has always been a showcase for innovation, but in 2025, it’s set to shine even brighter under the leadership of Rupert Baines, the newly appointed Chair.
Spring statement: Cambridge MP welcomes stability and growth
Daniel Zeichner, the MP for Cambridge, has welcomed today’s Spring Statement delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, which reaffirms Labour’s commitment to delivering on its promise of national renewal - restoring economic stability, rebuilding public services and creating opportunities for working people.
Council unveils new initiative to empower organisations to give back to the community
Cambridge City Council has unveiled a new initiative to empower organisations to give back to the community through charities and social enterprises.