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Bassetlaw District Council e-Newsletter |
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 Bassetlaw District Council is inviting residents, businesses, and stakeholders to be part of the conversation that will help to shape its future services and balance the books.
The council is launching its Budget Conversation to find out which services are considered to be a priority in Bassetlaw and provide an opportunity for people to put forward any ideas on ways to make potential savings.
The Budget Conversation launches on 1st November and runs until 12th December 2024, with the council inviting as many people as possible to share their feedback.
Those who complete the survey also have the chance to win one of six £25 Love2Shop vouchers.
To take part in the five-minute survey visit www.bassetlaw.gov.uk/budget-2024
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A quartet of Councillors have donated more than £500 from their community grants to help to install life-saving equipment in Ordsall.
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A breakfast club in Worksop that supports men with their mental health has been given a boost thanks to a Bassetlaw Councillor Grant.
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Criminal activity and Anti-Social Behaviour are being reduced in the Sandy Lane area of Worksop following a combination of projects being driven by Bassetlaw District Council.
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A £20million redevelopment of the Priory Centre to bring an exciting mix of entertainment, leisure, shopping, and dining to Worksop’s Town Centre will become a reality very soon.
The project took a major step forward as Bassetlaw District Council’s Planning Committee approved the planning application on Wednesday 16th October, which means that the delivery phase of the development can now begin.
The Council is also announcing the appointment of East Midlands based G F Tomlinson as its main contractor to take this exciting project forward that will include building a brand-new section of the Priory Centre, as well as extensively refurbishing other areas of the precinct.
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Crafters, makers, startups and small businesses are getting the chance to test their trade and experience the world of retail at Worksop’s Priory Shopping Centre.
A series of “Pop-up” spaces are being made available by Bassetlaw District Council, as part of a low cost, low risk introduction to retail on the high street.
Each business will be allocated a space within a shared unit at the centre, with access to full services and amenities, and will join established national retailers and independent retailers who are already on site.
To arrange a viewing or for more information please contact economic.development@bassetlaw.gov.uk or visit: www.bassetlaw.gov.uk/business-advice/pop-up-at-the-priory.
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A powerful and vibrant message from Retford’s future generations about acting on climate change is to be displayed on a prominent building in the town centre.
A mural featuring animals and plants from around the world that are listed as being endangered species, some of which can be found in Nottinghamshire, is currently being painted on the side of West Street Pre-School.
The artwork is based on designs that were produced by A level students from the Elizabethan Academy, which were developed over several weeks following educations sessions with Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust. The students were also supported by local artist Garry Ashton and the Council’s Arts and Heritage Officer.
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Bassetlaw District Council is continuing to help people feel safe while visiting Worksop and Retford town centres by installing another Refuge Help Point.
The council has installed its 10th “help” or CCTV refuge point on Carolgate in Retford, following previous installations on the Market Square in Retford, as well as locations across Worksop Town Centre.
The help points work by connecting the person in need of assistance with the Council’s CCTV control room, who if needed can contact the emergency services, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
As well as acting as a deterrent, it can be used by anyone feeling unsafe, threatened, or needing urgent support, and allows someone to visibly monitor and speak with them.
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Bassetlaw District Council is hosting a parade in Worksop to honour Remembrance Day on Sunday 10th November 2024.
The Parade will ‘form-up’ in the Old Market Square in front of the Town Hall at around 10:10am under the direction of the Parade Marshall, Robert Nash.
The Deputy Lieutenant of Nottinghamshire, Alex Peace-Gadsby and the Chair of the District Council, Councillor Sue Shaw will then inspect the parade, accompanied by music played by the Worksop Miners’ Welfare Band.
At approximately 10:40am, the parade will ‘march off’ from the Market Square down to the War Memorial via Potter Street and Watson Road.
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The Retford & District Branch of The Royal British Legion, supported by Bassetlaw District Council, is hosting a service for Remembrance Day on Sunday 10th November, starting at 10:40am.
After the parade takes position in the Market Square, there will be a welcome and introduction by Legion Chaplain Reverend Andrew Pearse and the service will begin. The service will include the playing of ‘The Last Post’, observance of the Two Minutes Silence, and the playing of the ‘Reveille’.
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 Rotary Club of Retford are delighted once more to be able to hold the Festival of Remembrance on Saturday 9th November 2024 at Retford Town Hall starting at 7:00 pm featuring The Pleasley Colliery Welfare Band and singer Jess Brett plus special surprise performances!
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The world’s first Fusion Energy Café will soon be ready to serve up a menu of tasty treats and inspirational ideas that will fuel hungry appetites, minds and ambitions.
Located at The Bridge Skills Hub in Worksop, the café will help people to understand what fusion energy is, why it is important, especially in Bassetlaw, and inspire a generation of people who could work in this exciting sector.
Now that the internal construction of the café is complete, local businesswoman, Diana Kaponas will be ready to welcome customers from Monday 11th November.
Diana has managed successful food establishments in Worksop for over 28 years, including Café Neo, and can’t wait to start this new exciting venture.
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 Young people across Bassetlaw are getting the chance to ensure their voices are heard when it comes to decision-making in the district.
Bassetlaw District Council’s Youth Council is launching a campaign to recruit new members to get involved, have their say on how the youth council is run, and champion causes for the benefit of their generation.
It’s open to young people aged between 11 and 19 and provides volunteer opportunities, helps develop a range of skills as well as gaining an insight into how local democracy works.
Current Bassetlaw Youth Mayor Puruchothman Suvendran said: “It’s a great way to make new friends, network with industry professionals and gain the right experiences and develop the skills to improve your CV.”
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 Two new walking routes have been officially launched by Bassetlaw District Council within its parks and open spaces.
Roughly a mile long, both walks in Retford and Harworth and Bircotes, have been named by residents to represent the history and heritage of the area.
The King’s Ramble, named by Maria D, has been created at Kings’ Park in Retford while the route at the Tom Simpson Recreation Ground at Harworth and Bircotes has been named the Miner’s Mile.
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