Hello there,
Welcome to the latest edition of the Your Life Doncaster newsletter, where we round up all of the latest Doncaster news and information from the last week that matters to you.
This week's top stories:
- Budget Update 2026/27
- Green bin collections return
- Learning for Life Week is back – and this time it’s taking over Doncaster City Centre!
- Make a difference: LGBTQ+ Adoption and Fostering Week
- Two Outdoor Play Areas Reopen in Doncaster After Extensive Refurbishment
Budget Update 2026/27
Today Full Council has passed next year’s budget which includes a 2 per cent increase in Council Tax (this is the social care precept only) and a phased approach to pay restoration for council staff.
An estimated £549.3m of capital investment is planned which includes ring-fenced grant funding to support long term sustainability of key transformational projects over four years, with £248.2m in 2026/27.
The budget also includes a council house rent increase of 4.8%,in line with the government’s policy on rents for social housing which equates to an average weekly rent increase of £4.39. This rent increase will meet the inflationary pressures and ensure St Leger Homes provide homes of a decent standard.
The Corporate Plan was also presented. The plan, approved by Full Council, details priorities for the following year, and how these contribute to the longer-term City Borough Strategy.
Watch out for further details in coming days on how the council is funded and what your council tax is spent on.
Greens Bin Collections Return
Starting from Tuesday 3 March, Green Bin collections are returning to Doncaster - don’t forget to check your calendar to see when your collection date is.
When using your bin, as always please only fill it with the following items:
- Grass cuttings
- Hedge clippings and shrub prunings
- Flowers, plants and weeds (no invasive weeds such as Japanese Knotweed or Ragwort)
- Leaves, bark, small twigs and branches.
- Old or dead houseplants
- Root balls (please remove excess soil)
Please do not place any food waste into the Green Bin.
Learning for Life Week is back – and this time it’s taking over Doncaster City Centre!
The week is packed with fun, free activities for adults aged 16+, including sport, photography, art, beauty, mindfulness, digital skills, fashion, poetry, and plenty more!
Running from Monday 2 March to Saturday 7 March, it’s a great chance to build new skills, explore interests and take positive steps towards employment or a career change. And for the first time weekend sessions are being offered making it even easier to get involved.
The week includes a Skills and Opportunities Fair – providing a fantastic chance to discover training options, explore career paths and access support to help attendees move closer to work they’ll love.
Make a difference: LGBTQ+ Adoption and Fostering Week
Could this be the year you start your adoption or fostering journey?
From 2–6 March, fostering and adoption teams from across the UK will be celebrating LGBTQ+ Adoption and Fostering Week and inspiring more people to start their journey.
There is never a 'perfect' time to start, but our teams are here to support you.
Our One Adoption South Yorkshire and Foster for Doncaster teams are hosting a number of events for those who want to find out more.
Adoption Information Events:
- Tuesday 5 March: In-person (Doncaster), 5:30pm – 7:00pm
- Thursday 19 March: Online, 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Fostering Information Events:
- Thursday 5 March: Online, 6:00pm – 7:00pm
- Tuesday 17 March: Online, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Two Outdoor Play Areas Reopen in Doncaster After Extensive Refurbishment
Children and families visiting Adwick Park or the Highfields Miners’ Welfare site can now enjoy access to a pair of new and improved play areas, following extensive refurbishment works.
Both of the areas have received a visual overhaul, as well as safety enhancements, seating improvements, resurfacing and extra equipment.
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