Legislation change allowing longer lorries and longer semi-trailers on roads will save 70,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide from being released into the air.Longer lorries will be introduced to Great Britain’s (GB’s) roads to support the government’s priority to grow the economy, boost productivity, slash road emissions and support supply chains.Legislation will be laid today (10 May 2023) to safely roll out the vehicles on roads from 31 May. The longer lorries will be able to transport fast-moving consumer goods and retail products, as well as waste packaging, parcels and pallets.These new lorries will move the same volume of goods, but...

10 May, 2023

People across Northamptonshire are being encouraged to do their bit to help their local communities and sign up for the Big Help Out as part of the Coronation celebrations.The initiative, which launches on Monday 8 May, gives people across West and North Northants the opportunity to get involved with local organisations needing volunteer support. This could be on the day, at another event, or for a small amount of time each week, with the aim to get people out into their communities, meeting new people, learning new skills, and making a difference.Hundreds of thousands of volunteering opportunities hosted by over 1,500...

06 May, 2023

Local businesses, Voluntary organisations, and the provision of new cycleways in West Northamptonshire are among the areas set to benefit from more than £5.4million funding from the Government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).The funding is the largest allocation in the South East Midlands and will be used to create pride in place, improve people’s life chances, increase skills, create stronger communities and support local businesses over the next 2 years.West Northamptonshire Council’s (WNC) plans for the funding include creating new and improved pedestrian crossing facilities between the Billing Road and Abington, in Northampton, and improving paths and cycleways to encourage...

05 May, 2023

Abseiling, half marathons and mountain climbing are among the fundraising feats that have helped buy a new rehab bike to help patients cycle their way to recovery.Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT) has introduced the new £8,000 Therabike which is set to help patients suffering from neurological and mobility conditions.The new equipment, which is being used at the Hazelwood Ward in Isebrook Hospital in Wellingborough, can help with a number of conditions, such as strokes, and improve mobility to speed-up patients’ recovery so they can return to doing the things they enjoy.The static bike is able to give feedback on...

05 May, 2023

WITH just one day go until the coronation, leading home lifestyle store Bell of Northampton is serving up treats fit for a king!A host of dishes to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III are currently being served at the store’s café Love Lunch @ Bell, including freshly baked scones with strawberries and cream, Coronation Chicken sandwiches and jacket potatoes and, of course, The King and Queen Consort’s Coronation Quiche, made with spinach, broad beans and tarragon.Bell of Northampton, which is situated on Kingsthorpe Road in Northampton will be open to customers on Coronation Day - Saturday, May 6 -...

05 May, 2023

A programme of specialised support for aspiring and existing tech entrepreneurs. Who it’s for Startup and scaleup tech businesses across the UK What you can get Participants can access a range of services including:Growth programmes - Scaleup, Funding Readiness, Product Builder, Female Founders and Black Founders Sector-specific support via the Industry Bridge Programme - including agritech, care and healthtech Mentoring sessions Research and insights Events Online learning materials Tailored local supportAll support is fully funded by HM Government and delivered by Barclays Eagle Labs. APPLY HERE ...

04 May, 2023

Start-up gaming companies helping archaeology come to life and virtual reality enhancing healthcare are amongst an array of digital stories on offer at Merged Futures 5, the fifth annual tech innovation showcase event organised by Digital Northants.Merged Futures returns to the Learning Hub at the University of Northampton’s Waterside Campus on Friday June 30 and, as with all Digital Northants events, it’s free to attend.A celebration of Northamptonshire's innovators, educators and entrepreneurs, the event brings together people from different sectors interested in digital, tech and innovation to share and spark ideas.It’s also an opportunity for the business community to discover...

04 May, 2023

West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) has reached a key milestone in its journey towards becoming a net zero local authority by achieving its first national environmental accreditation.Following an independent audit, the Council has earned Bronze Award accreditation with the Investors in the Environment scheme (iiE), recognising its commitment towards sustainability.The iiE scheme is designed to help organisations improve their environmental performance and reduce their impact on the environment, save time and money as well as get recognition for their progress. Bronze status is the first of three iiE accreditation levels the Council is working towards achieving to ensure environmental excellence.WNC is...

03 May, 2023

Two ambulances packed with supplies are on route to Poland and Ukraine – thanks to a trio from Northampton who are hand delivering goods to Polish schools and distribution centres near the Ukrainian border.This convoy has been organised by Goodwill Solutions, Brackmills Industrial Estate Business Improvement District and Northampton Town Council – with both vehicles packed with school items for Ukrainian refugee children studying in Polish schools, along with food, clothing and first aid equipment, which will go directly to Ukraine.Councillor Jane Birch, Chair of the Community Services Committee, said: “One of our councillors is Polish and told me about primary schools...

03 May, 2023

The aspirations for the future of the area of North Northamptonshire will be on the agenda for next week’s meeting of the council’s Executive.A report will update Councillors on the rationale, thinking and work undertaken so far with partners to create a North Northamptonshire Vision for the future.The Council, alongside partners, is looking ahead and imagining the place that North Northamptonshire can be in 2050 - somewhere that residents deserve to live in.The proposed vision for the best life in North Northamptonshire in 2050 has been based around three, initial, key priorities:Proud place - A place with clear goals...

03 May, 2023

More than 60 classic cars will be parked up and on display at our first ever Chester House Estate Classic Car Day.With tickets priced just £5 (under 16s are free), you can pop along for a day of vintage heritage and take a peek at and inside an array of classics -  everything from Rolls Royce and Morris Minors to Ferraris and Austins. Set in 85 acres of historic landscape, dozens of the greatest classic cars ever designed and made will be on display, with knowledgeable and passionate owners on hand to answer any questions you may have.This event has been...

03 May, 2023