Council to refresh its Vision 2040 to remain relevant and ambitious
Bassetlaw District Council has backed plans to refresh its Council Plan and overarching Vision 2040 to make sure it continues to remain relevant and ambitious.
Proposed changes to council car parking published
Bassetlaw District Council has published its proposed changes to its car parking across the district.
Grants support RBL’s ‘Operation Christmas’
It was mission accomplished for the Retford Branch of the Royal British Legion after their successful ‘Operation Christmas’ received support from a group of Bassetlaw District Councillors.
New look for Retford Town Centre
Retford Town Centre will bring in the new year with a fresh look thanks to new planters, benches and repainted street furniture smartening up the high street.
Council homes rent rise proposed in line with the Government’s National Social Rent Policy
Rents for homes owned and operated by Bassetlaw District Council are being recommended to rise in line with the Government's National Social Rent Policy, which applies to all social housing providers across England.
Priory Centre progress to step up in 2026
Progress on the redevelopment of the Priory Centre will pick up pace in the new year bringing with it a larger on-site presence.
Leader's Column 8/1/26
Firstly, I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy New Year! As we turn our focus to the year ahead, I am looking forward to seeing projects and initiatives being brought to life across the district.
Rainbow Park’s New Play Area Officially Opens
Children in Worksop can now enjoy brand-new play facilities at Rainbow Park in Manton, following the completion of a £50,000 upgrade.
Majestic Theatre Steps into the Spotlight
The curtain has risen on some new improvements that will help Retford’s Majestic Theatre to attract more visitors and make the building more accessible.
Businesses benefit from High Street Shop Fit Out funding
Three businesses in Worksop and Retford are welcoming the new year in new premises on the high street after securing funding from Bassetlaw District Council.
Our services during Storm Goretti
Our services during Storm Goretti.
Street Trading Policy Amendments Update
Bassetlaw District Council’s Licensing Committee has approved four amendments to its Street Trading Policy and has now referred this decision to Full Council in March, where councillors will decide if the policy should be adopted.
The Ultimate Family Challenge Hits Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire!
Ready for an adventure? Rebel Rangers is back – bigger, bolder, and now in both Nottinghamshire AND Derbyshire!
Council homes rent rise in line with the Government’s National Social Rent Policy
Rents for homes owned and operated by Bassetlaw District Council will rise in line with the Government's National Social Rent Policy, which applies to all social housing providers across England.
Council publishes skills audit identifying strengths and challenges ahead
Bassetlaw District Council has published a skills audit identifying how the district can move towards a higher skill, higher pay economy.
Leader's Column 23/01/26
You may have noticed over the past couple of weeks more visible developments taking place as part of the transformation of Worksop’s Priory Centre.