Ambition for a new Unitary Norwich backed by city’s political leaders
A new Unitary Norwich council will be called for at a city council meeting this evening (Tuesday 21 January).
Published on Tuesday, 21st January 2025 in About your council-
Council launches consultation on new taxi and private hire vehicle rules
Norwich City Council is asking for feedback by 16 March 2025 from the public and the transport sector on new proposals to regulate the taxi and private hire vehicle industry in the city.
Published on Tuesday, 21st January 2025 in Licensing -
Norwich awarded millions to lead the way on national home building
Norwich City Council is set to lead the way on the government’s home building programme this year.
Published on Thursday, 16th January 2025 in Planning -
Home Improvement Team wins National Award for resident wellbeing
We are thrilled to announce that our home improvement team has won the prestigious DFG Adaptations Service of the Year at the National Healthy Housing Awards 2024.
Published on Thursday, 19th December 2024 in Housing -
Relocation plans for Norwich’s livestock market get firm backing
Proposals to move the existing livestock market to a new location outside the city’s boundary have taken another step forward after a key vote by councillors.
Published on Thursday, 19th December 2024 in About your council -
Norwich City Council revives Anglia Square
Norwich City Council has announced the successful acquisition of the Anglia Square Shopping Centre, a pivotal step in revitalising this key area of the city.
Published on Wednesday, 18th December 2024 in Planning -
Leisure centre solar panels get the go ahead
Plans to install more than 600 solar panels on the roof of Riverside Leisure Centre has received planning permission.
Published on Tuesday, 17th December 2024 in Energy, climate and biodiversity -
Join the conversation about setting our council budget for 2025-26
Over the next four weeks we are asking residents, businesses and anyone using city council services to join in the conversation about how we plan to set our budget for 2025-26.
Published on Thursday, 12th December 2024 in About your council -
Council seeks to secure sustainable futures for Norwich’s Music House and Old Library
Norwich City Council is inviting Expressions of Interest in taking a long lease from the council, to deliver services and activities at the city’s Music House and Old Library.
Published on Tuesday, 10th December 2024 in Council assets (non-housing) -
Christmas and New Year closure information
The city council’s main offices and phone lines will be closed from 4pm on Tuesday 24 December and will reopen at 9am on Thursday 2 January 2025.
Published on Monday, 9th December 2024 in About your council -
Lord Mayor of Norwich formally hands over funds to local charity: The Benjamin Foundation
Last week, The Lord Mayor of Norwich, Councillor Vivien Thomas held a formal ceremony at City Hall to handover funds to representatives of the 2024/2025 civic chosen charity – The Benjamin Foundation.
Published on Monday, 2nd December 2024 in Events, tourism and culture -
Taking steps towards a fairer Norwich
One of our key corporate priorities is to make Norwich a fairer and safer city for all. Our cabinet recently approved revisions to the safeguarding policy.
Published on Wednesday, 27th November 2024 in Our policies, plans and strategies -
Public invited to have their say on plans for city’s parks and green spaces
Norwich Council has launched a public survey to help shape the city’s inaugural 10-year strategy to further enhance our parks and natural green spaces.
Published on Monday, 25th November 2024 in Parks and open spaces -
Celebrating national recognition for outstanding support in resident wellbeing
Our home improvement team has been shortlisted for the prestigious *DFG Adaptations Service of the Year* at the National Healthy Housing Awards 2024.
Published on Wednesday, 20th November 2024 in Housing -
Love Norwich campaign sees local company fined thousands for flytipping
A local man and his company have been fined more than £4000 after admitting three flytipping offences in the Magistrates’ Court, following enforcement action by Norwich City Council.
Published on Tuesday, 12th November 2024 in Love Norwich -
City getting digi with it
Refurbishment work is moving at pace to create a new Digital Hub at Townshend House in Norwich city centre.
Published on Monday, 4th November 2024 in Norwich Town Deal projects -
Noise nuisance neighbours brought to book by tireless work of council officers
Unwavering action by the city council has led to the successful prosecution of two Norwich residents for making the lives of nearby neighbours a misery because of persistent noise.
Published on Friday, 1st November 2024 in Community safety -
Magical evening planned for Norwich Festive Lights Switch-On - November 14
St Peters Street in front of City Hall will be the place to be to put the twinkle into the build-up to Christmas with the Norwich Festive Lights Switch-on on Thursday 14 November.
Published on Friday, 18th October 2024 in Events, tourism and culture -
Norwich Remembers: Council sets out its plans for Remembrance Sunday
With less than a month to go until Remembrance Sunday, Norwich City Council has set out its plans for how the city will come together to honour those who have made sacrifices in times of conflict.
Published on Thursday, 17th October 2024 in Events, tourism and culture -
Cabinet agrees to kick start engagement on options for iconic City Hall
Cabinet have agreed to continue work to explore the future use of City Hall which will include gathering public thoughts and opinions.
Published on Thursday, 17th October 2024 in About your council -
Future of Norwich Livestock Market takes a leap forward
A green light was signalled by cross-party councillors today (15 Oct) after a unanimous vote means the council can progress plans to seek legal consent to relocate Norwich’s Livestock Market.
Published on Tuesday, 15th October 2024 in About your council -
Awarding of Nuclear Test Medals marked at City Hall
A veteran of the UK's nuclear testing programme in the 1950s received recognition for his participation in the tests in the Pacific with a presentation at Norwich City Hall today.
Published on Tuesday, 15th October 2024 in Lord Mayor -
Norwich pensioners may be missing out on Pension Credit
Norwich pensioners could be missing out on vital financial support that could significantly boost their incomes as well as make them eligible for further support, including the Winter Fuel Payment.
Published on Tuesday, 15th October 2024 in Finance -
A block on building hundreds of new homes in Norwich is set to be unlocked this week
The city council’s decision-making body, cabinet, will meet on 16 October to consider joining a company which could help to unlock the planning permissions needed for more than 2,000 new homes.
Published on Monday, 14th October 2024 in Planning -
Hay Hill re-opens to the public with a stunning new look
We are excited to announce that Hay Hill has re-opened to the public today.
Published on Friday, 4th October 2024 in Hay Hill project -
Norwich awarded Age Friendly City status!
Norwich has officially been awarded Age Friendly City status, , joining the international community of World Health Organization Age Friendly Cities.
Published on Friday, 4th October 2024 in Equality and diversity -
Council consider options for iconic City Hall that would bring millions to Norwich economy
Next Thursday (10 October), scrutiny committee will consider a report setting out options to transform City Hall that could bring more than £100million in economic benefit to the city.
Published on Wednesday, 2nd October 2024 in About your council -
Mike Stonard to unveil ambitious 10-year climate action plan at climate conference
Leader of Norwich City Council, Mike Stonard, is set to announce an ambitious programme of action to address climate change at The Norwich Society’s Climate Conference on Thursday 3 October.
Published on Tuesday, 1st October 2024 in Energy, climate and biodiversity -
Highlighting our Civic Chosen Charity for 2024/2025: The Benjamin Foundation: BOOM!
We are pleased to highlight our ongoing partnership with the civic chosen charity for 2024/2025; The Benjamin Foundation: BOOM! Young Carers.
Published on Wednesday, 18th September 2024 in Other -
Every Check Counts
Norwich City Council is proud to back Gas Safety Week 2024, running from 9-15 September, to raise awareness on the importance of gas safety.
Published on Monday, 9th September 2024 in Health and safety
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