The Chesterfield Investment Summit has spotlighted a bold vision for the borough’s future, unveiling a £2 billion regeneration pipeline poised to deliver over 7,800 new jobs, 3,900 homes, and £473 million in annual GVA to the local economy. Held on 5 November 2025, the Summit brought together investors, developers, and civic leaders to explore the
Plans to convert a 300-year-old Derbyshire mill complex into homes are set to be approved despite concerns over drainage and highways safety. The scheme for Lumsdale Mill, just east of Matlock, from Mark Lee, is set to be approved by Derbyshire Dales District Council at a meeting next week. If approved, some of the former
North East Derbyshire District Council has voted by a majority in favour of a proposed new ‘One Derbyshire, Two Councils’ model for the county with just two north and south councils under Government plans to scrap county, district and borough councils. The Labour-controlled council held an Extraordinary Meeting on November 3 where it debated the
A Derbyshire council has agreed to a request for an Extraordinary Meeting into the on-going dispute and review over the authority’s controversial decision to withdraw an angling club’s tenancy at a popular pond and beauty spot. The Labour controlled North East Derbyshire District Council has already agreed for its withdrawn tenancy at the Wingerworth Lido
More than a dozen homes can now be built in a rural Derbyshire village after a Government inspector overturned a scheme rejected by councillors. Plans for 16 houses and two apartments have now been approved at appeal by Government inspector L N Hughes in Clifton Road, Clifton, having been rejected by Derbyshire Dales District Council
High quality accommodation and support for young care leavers in Derbyshire is set to increase thanks to a new contract awarded to Framework and Adullam Homes by Derbyshire County Council. The new contract sees the two long-standing partner organisations working together to provide high-quality accommodation in Derbyshire to help young people develop independence and prepare
The regeneration of Rykneld Square has unearthed more exciting discoveries which provide a glimpse into the history of Chesterfield. Work was paused in July to allow archaeologists to begin excavations on site following the discovery of skeletal remains. Archaeological work is a key part of the planning process and is legally required when burials are
Councillors have raised concerns about possible neighbourhood ‘conflict’ and ‘trip hazards’ as the East Midlands Combined County Authority endorsed plans to secure over £900,000 of Government funding to help roll out on-street electric vehicle charging points under pavements for those who do not have driveways. The East Midlands Combined County Authority’s Transport and Digital Connectivity
Secondary school students across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire have been given a hands-on introduction to careers in manufacturing, property and construction during this year’s Made in Chesterfield festival. Throughout the festival, 220 young people participated in workplace visits and the innovation challenge, gaining real-world insights into opportunities available locally. Organised by Destination Chesterfield and Direct
Did you know that if someone exposes themselves to you, there’s a protective order to help you and others in the future? Indecent exposure, also known as ‘flashing’ or simply ‘exposure’, is a serious offence. This is where someone exposes themselves to cause distress. As a result, we can apply for Sexual Risk Orders (SROs)