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If you're aged 19 to 21, or know someone who is, you'll be interested in our pilot scheme for our new b_line3 card.
Our popular b_line card scheme, which offers single bus fares for £1.50 to youngsters aged 11 to 19, is being extended to more young people aged from 19 up until their 22nd birthday.
The new scheme for 19 to 21-year-olds will be run as a pilot until 31 December 2025.
b_line3 cards will be valid for £1.50 single fares on many of the county’s bus routes. These include those run by Stagecoach, High Peak, Arriva, Diamond, Central Connect, SPCT and Andrew’s of Tideswell services for journeys starting and/or ending in Derbyshire (including Derby city). At the moment the b_line3 scheme does not include any buses run by TrentBarton.
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Have you got what it takes to help Derbyshire's children stay safe as they walk to school?
 We’re looking for friendly people to join our team of school crossing patrols helping youngsters get across the road safely.
We’re keen to hear from people with the skills to deal with children, parents and all road users, who are happy working in all weathers and with an awareness of road safety.
Supporting children and young people with special educational needs and or disabilities and their families is the focus of Derbyshire’s new SEND Improvement and Assurance Board’s work to improve the services they need and deserve.
 The Derbyshire Local Area SEND Partnership established the Board following an Ofsted and CQC inspection of its services in September 2024 which identified widespread, systemic failings.
One of the Board’s commitments in its impact plan - approved by Ofsted - is to better communicate with children and families directly affected by SEND as well as with schools, health and education partners and other relevant agencies via monthly news updates.
We’re encouraging working parents of pre-school children to apply for an expanded offer of up to 30 hours of funded childcare.
 From September, eligible working families can now apply for 30 hours of childcare - up from the existing 15 hours - from the term after their baby turns nine-months-old until they reach school age.
The expansion is designed to support young children’s early education and help working families better balance careers and home life.
It’s the final phase of the national childcare expansion programme which the Government estimates could save some families up to £7,500 per year.
Families who think they may qualify must check their eligibility and apply for a childcare code by Sunday 31 August.
If you think you may qualify find out more, check your eligibility and apply here: Get free childcare if you're working: Apply for free childcare - GOV.UK
We’re gearing up for Anti-Social Behaviour Week 2025 where we shine a spotlight on the help that’s available to you.
Together with Derbyshire Constabulary, district and borough councils and other partners we’re encouraging people to report anti-social behaviour in their communities.
Events will also be held throughout next week. Find out what ASB is, how to report it and who to report it to here.
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Could your group benefit from a new partnership approach which aims to support local community projects?
We’re part of the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) which has launched a partnership with Match My Project – and they’re keen for community and voluntary groups to get on board.
Match My Project is an innovative business marketplace that champions communities, connects you with suppliers who are keen to deliver local projects and gives you access to resources and expertise.
To find out more EMCCA is hosting an online workshop on Tuesday 1 July from 1 to 2pm. To sign up email Rita.DeAvillez@eastmidlands-cca.gov.uk
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