In this newsletter:

• Results for Borough and Parish Council Elections - 4 May 2023

• Upcoming bank holiday bin collections and opening times

• It's time to celebrate the Coronation!

• Win a free glass bin!

• Hemlock Happening is back to commemorate the Coronation

• Other news

Election Results

Elections were held for the Borough and Parishes yesterday (4 May).

Following the counting of the ballot papers, the Labour Party have the majority of seats and take control of the Council.  

You can view the full results, including individual ward results at www.broxtowe.gov.uk/elections-overview/

Upcoming bank holiday bin collections and opening times

Collections for the week commencing 8 May will roll forward one day so bins will be collected one day later than usual for the Coronation bank holiday.

The dates for collections are as follows:

Additionally, the Council offices will be closed on Monday 8 May.

We'll share details about arrangements for the late May bank holiday later in May.

Read more here

It's time to celebrate the Coronation this weekend!

The Coronation of King Charles III is here this weekend on Saturday 6 May! 

In Broxtowe, the Mayor has been busy attending various Big Lunch events in the community, including one at Middle Street Resource Centre, one of his chosen charities, to celebrate the many volunteers who help support it. He also hosted his own Big Lunch recently for members of the community. 

Stapleford Yarn Bombers have gotten into the spirit of celebrating by adorning Stapleford High Street with Coronation themed decorations. Eastwood Town Council are also prepared to celebrate the Coronation this weekend with flags and knitted decorations as well. Details of some of the events taking place in the Borough can be found at www.broxtowe.gov.uk/coronation Don't forget to send your photos to us through press@broxtowe.gov.uk or tag us on social media. Find out more

Win a free glass bin!

Sign up to Green Rewards this May and you could be in with the chance to win a free glass bin!

As we celebrate the Coronation bank holiday and with BBQ season around the corner, many households have more glass for collection than usual. This is a great time to get a glass bin to make it easier to put out all your glass for recycling. All you need to do is sign up to Green Rewards before 31 May to be in with a chance to win!

Green Rewards is an online platform designed to help you undertake small sustainable actions, which in turn help reduce your carbon footprint.

Users accumulate points for undertaking actions such as reusing and recycling, and these actions are logged either via the Green Rewards app, or the web platform. These points can add up to win prizes like gift vouchers for M&S, Love2Shop and more!

The idea is that together if we all make small changes to our lifestyle, this adds up to a big difference.

Sign up

Hemlock Happening is back to commemorate the Coronation

The annual Hemlock Happening event is returning to Bramcote Hills Park on Saturday 3 June.

Join the celebrations to commemorate the Coronation of King Charles III with a free fun packed day for all the family with vibrant music, dance, food, rides and crafts!

There will also be interactive stalls to visit, including our Green Zone. The Green Zone will provide tips and advice on how to live a more sustainable life. A range of topics will be covered including recycling, composting, climate change, wild flowers, biodiversity and more.

With not just one, but two stages with live music and performances, there will also be inflatable fun and fairground rides. Then, cool off and enjoy the stalls with a drink from Blue Monkey Brewery. Make sure you stick around for the firework finale at 10.30pm, you won’t want to miss it.

What to expect:

• Main stage acts performing popular hits from the last few decades
• A secondary live music stage featuring singer/ songwriters performing original music
• A licensed bar provided by Blue Monkey Brewery
• Food and drink stalls
• An array of craft and trade stalls
• Sports activities, fairground rides and inflatable fun
• Community stalls
• Classic vehicles
• The Haven Performance Arena showcasing a host of talent from local dance organisations and clubs. 
• Coronation themed make and take arts and crafts for the family
• A spectacular Coronation themed fireworks display at 10.30pm

Parking is available on site for blue badge holders only.  Free event parking is available at Ilkeston Road Recreation Ground, Stapleford.

Other News

Accessing pharmacies over the Coronation Bank Holiday

The long weekend can be one of the busiest times of the year as friends and family catch up and make the most of the break.

If people feel unwell over the bank holiday weekend, they can check their symptoms and get access to advice using 111.nhs.uk online. NHS 111 is a free service which runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Local community pharmacists can also provide free health advice to support you to self-care and no appointment is necessary. From coughs and colds to aches and pains, they can give expert help on everyday illnesses and answer questions about prescribed and over the counter medicines. Pharmacy opening times over the bank holiday period can be found on the NHS website.