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Council appoints new Leader and Deputy

Bassetlaw District Council has a new Leader and Deputy after Cllr Julie Leigh and Cllr Jonathan Slater were appointed to the roles at a meeting of Extraordinary Council last night. (Thursday 25th July 2024)

Article posted on Friday, July 26, 2024


Vision for a healthier Bassetlaw takes a step forward

A new Health and Wellbeing Strategy has been launched which is designed to improve the wellbeing of Bassetlaw residents, promote healthier and happier lives, community prosperity and lifelong independence.

Article posted on Friday, July 26, 2024


New environmentally friendly equipment on its way to Retford Cemetery

Bassetlaw District Council is continuing its efforts to reduce its carbon footprint by investing in new equipment to maintain its open spaces.

Article posted on Thursday, July 25, 2024


Community service handed out to Bassetlaw fly-tipper

A man captured on CCTV helping to fly-tip waste in Harworth and Bircotes has been ordered by Mansfield Magistrates Court to do 120 hours community service and pay costs.

Article posted on Friday, July 26, 2024


Bassetlaw District Council is set for a new political Leadership Team

Bassetlaw District Council is set for a new political Leadership Team after the Labour Group – who form the Council’s ruling political administration – elected a new Leader and Deputy Leader.

Article posted on Tuesday, July 23, 2024


Creative and Cultural activities showcased in Bassetlaw

Bassetlaw Museum is showcasing the creations of people from across the district who have taken part in creative and cultural sessions.

Article posted on Friday, July 19, 2024


Council Services Impacted following Global Outage

Due to the global issues caused by a Microsoft outage, many of the Council’s web-based services are currently not available.

Article posted on Friday, July 19, 2024


Council Leader and Deputy Leader step down

Bassetlaw District Council Leader, Cllr James Naish and Deputy Leader, Cllr Jo White have announced their intention to step down from their leadership roles following their election to parliament.

Article posted on Tuesday, June 18, 2024


Next STEP for World’s first Fusion Energy Café

The world’s first Fusion Energy Café, that will fuel hungry minds as well as appetites, is taking its next steps by recruiting for education and catering providers now that its construction is underway.

Article posted on Tuesday, July 16, 2024


Hat-trick of success for Bassetlaw’s Parks

Three of Bassetlaw’s parks will proudly fly Green Flags after being officially recognised as some of the best open spaces in the country. Bassetlaw District Council is celebrating a trio of coveted Green Flag Awards, with Langold Country Park being recognised alongside Kings’ Park in Retford and Worksop’s Memorial Gardens and The Canch.

Article posted on Tuesday, July 16, 2024