Bill which will see Norfolk councils axed passes first hurdle amid dissent from MPs

A huge shake-up, which will see all Norfolk's councils scrapped and new ones created, has passed its first House of Commons hurdle - but not...

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The proliferation of applications for massive solar farms on Norfolk agricultural land has been raised in the House of Lords - with a plea for...

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Dan Grimmer

Bill which will see Norfolk councils axed passes first hurdle amid dissent from MPs

A huge shake-up, which will see all Norfolk's councils scrapped and new ones created, has passed its first House of Commons hurdle - but not...

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Dan Grimmer

'That is an abuse' - anger as Norfolk solar farm spate raised in House of Lords

The proliferation of applications for massive solar farms on Norfolk agricultural land has been raised in the House of Lords - with a plea for...

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Leader says people need to 'find a sense of humour' after solar farm video criticised

A council leader says people need to "find a sense of humour" after one of her fellow Conservatives was accused of "posing as a terrorist" in a...

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Dan Grimmer

MP Adrian Ramsay beaten in Green Party leadership battle by 'eco populist'

Waveney Valley MP Adrian Ramsay has lost his bid to continue as co-leader of the Green Party.

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Dan Grimmer

Leader says people need to 'find a sense of humour' after solar farm video criticised

A council leader says people need to "find a sense of humour" after one of her fellow Conservatives was accused of "posing as a terrorist" in a...

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Dan Grimmer

MP Adrian Ramsay beaten in Green Party leadership battle by 'eco populist'

Waveney Valley MP Adrian Ramsay has lost his bid to continue as co-leader of the Green Party.

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Dan Grimmer

Leader 'blows up' solar farm in council's bizarre Grand Theft Auto-style video

It's an unusual sight - the leader of a Norfolk council wielding a rocket launcher and using it to blow up solar panels and pylons.

23.08.2025 8

Dan Grimmer

Leader 'blows up' solar farm in council's bizarre Grand Theft Auto-style video

It's an unusual sight - the leader of a Norfolk council wielding a rocket launcher and using it to blow up solar panels and pylons.

23.08.2025 10

Dan Grimmer

Fines for city drivers on hold after shock discovery that order expired 41 years ago

Plans for new cameras to be used to fine law-flouting Norwich drivers have been put on hold - because a crucial order expired more than 40 years ago.

21.08.2025 8

Dan Grimmer

Fines for city drivers on hold after shock discovery that order expired 41 years ago

Plans for new cameras to be used to fine law-flouting Norwich drivers have been put on hold - because a crucial order expired more than 40 years ago.

21.08.2025 20

Dan Grimmer

'Scruffy messes' - state of Norwich's roundabouts comes under fire

The state of Norwich's roundabouts has come under fire, with critics saying what used to be floral welcomes to the city centre have become "scruffy...

19.08.2025 5

Dan Grimmer

'Scruffy messes' - state of Norwich's roundabouts comes under fire

The state of Norwich's roundabouts has come under fire, with critics saying what used to be floral welcomes to the city centre have become "scruffy...

19.08.2025 10

Dan Grimmer

Bus stop plea so 'poor souls' don't wait for vehicles which never come

Utility companies are to be urged to provide more information at bus stops about the impact of road closures - so people do not wait for vehicles...

18.08.2025 4

Dan Grimmer

Bus stop plea so 'poor souls' don't wait for vehicles which never come

Utility companies are to be urged to provide more information at bus stops about the impact of road closures - so people do not wait for vehicles...

18.08.2025 8

Dan Grimmer

New 20mph speed limit set to be introduced in Norfolk village

A new 20mph limit looks set to be introduced in a Norfolk village, to make a street safer.

17.08.2025 5

Dan Grimmer

Pet Shop Boys at Sandringham was pop perfection as duo brought out all the hits

The Pet Shop Boys are essentially pop royalty, so the Sandringham Estate is the perfect venue for the duo to present their greatest hits.

16.08.2025 10

Dan Grimmer

Fight over new Norfolk recycling centre could be heading back to the High Court

Plans for a new recycling centre could be heading back to the High Court after a family-run businesses asked to appeal a judge's decision to reject...

16.08.2025 10

Dan Grimmer

Bid to build new recycling facility hits fresh hurdle after council change

Plans for a new recycling facility at a former quarry are being reconsulted on due to a council's change in tack.

15.08.2025 4

Dan Grimmer

Fears for future of £6.9m care home 'loved by all the residents'

A councillor involved with the opening of a £6.9m care home has said she is "bitterly disappointed" the facility could be sold to a private company.

15.08.2025 6

Dan Grimmer

Mounds of rubbish dumped in field between traveller site and recycling centre

An investigation has been launched after piles of fly-tipped rubbish were dumped on land just metres away from one of the county's recycling centres...

14.08.2025 10

Dan Grimmer

'Truly exceptional' - highlights of Norwich Castle's new gallery revealed

A gold disc from a medieval monarch's bird of prey and a device used by Henry V to seal documents are among remarkable objects now on display in...

14.08.2025 10

Dan Grimmer

Mounds of rubbish dumped in field between traveller site and recycling centre

An investigation has been launched after piles of fly-tipped rubbish were dumped on land just metres away from one of the county's recycling centres...

14.08.2025 2

Dan Grimmer

'Truly exceptional' - highlights of Norwich Castle's new gallery revealed

A gold disc from a medieval monarch's bird of prey and a device used by Henry V to seal documents are among remarkable objects now on display in...

14.08.2025 4

Dan Grimmer

New 20mph zone comes into force in Norfolk village

A 20mph speed limit has come into force on a number of roads in a village on the edge of Norwich.

13.08.2025 10

Dan Grimmer

More than 900 disposable vapes seized from Norfolk shops - despite being banned

More than 900 single use vapes have been seized from shops in Norfolk - despite the sale of the products being outlawed.

13.08.2025 8

Dan Grimmer

Speed limit cuts on rural roads near A47 could see 60mph routes become 20mph

Speed limits could be slashed on a string of rural roads to stop major A47 changes sending rat-running motorists through villages.

13.08.2025 7

Dan Grimmer

New 20mph zone comes into force in Norfolk village

A 20mph speed limit has come into force on a number of roads in a village on the edge of Norwich.

13.08.2025 10

Dan Grimmer

Fears cost of Norfolk's newest library could balloon beyond £15m scotched

Fears the price tag of a new £15m library and community hub could rise further have been scotched by council leaders.

13.08.2025 10

Dan Grimmer

More than 900 disposable vapes seized from Norfolk shops - despite being banned

More than 900 single use vapes have been seized from shops in Norfolk - despite the sale of the products being outlawed.

13.08.2025 10

Dan Grimmer

Speed limit cuts on rural roads near A47 could see 60mph routes become 20mph

Speed limits could be slashed on a string of rural roads to stop major A47 changes sending rat-running motorists through villages.

13.08.2025 20

Dan Grimmer

'Historic day' as Norfolk's new £47m bypass opens to traffic

The long-awaited Long Stratton bypass has opened to traffic for the first time in what has been described as a "historic day" for the town.

12.08.2025 10

Dan Grimmer

New digs at Roman site could lead to discovery of human remains

New excavations are to shed new light on how a remarkable Roman outpost was defended - and it could lead to the discovery of human remains.

12.08.2025 4

Dan Grimmer

Revealed: Huge roadwork delays caused by failure to collect signs

Drivers in Norfolk will be all-too familiar with roadworks that drag on...and on.

12.08.2025 7

Dan Grimmer

Council ordered to pay mother £2,200 after son missed term and a half of education

Council bosses have been ordered to pay £2,200 to a mother whose son missed a term-and-a-half of school after officials failed to ensure he was...

12.08.2025 5

Dan Grimmer

'Historic day' as Norfolk's new £47m bypass opens to traffic

The long-awaited Long Stratton bypass has opened to traffic for the first time in what has been described as a "historic day" for the town.

12.08.2025 10

Dan Grimmer

New digs at Roman site could lead to discovery of human remains

New excavations are to shed new light on how a remarkable Roman outpost was defended - and it could lead to the discovery of human remains.

12.08.2025 3

Dan Grimmer

Revealed: Huge roadwork delays caused by failure to collect signs

Drivers in Norfolk will be all-too familiar with roadworks that drag on...and on.

12.08.2025 10

Dan Grimmer

Council ordered to pay mother £2,200 after son missed term and a half of education

Council bosses have been ordered to pay £2,200 to a mother whose son missed a term-and-a-half of school after officials failed to ensure he was...

12.08.2025 4

Dan Grimmer

Speed limit cut and new bus lane for major road into Norwich

The speed limit on one of the main roads in and out of Norwich is to be cut, as part of a scheme which will also see a new bus lane created.

11.08.2025 6

Dan Grimmer

New homes earn council £1m...but critics question houses being built

A company set up by Norfolk County Council to get new homes built on its land has handed County Hall a £1m dividend.

11.08.2025 4

Dan Grimmer

Speed limit cut and new bus lane for major road into Norwich

The speed limit on one of the main roads in and out of Norwich is to be cut, as part of a scheme which will also see a new bus lane created.

11.08.2025 10

Dan Grimmer

New homes earn council £1m...but critics question houses being built

A company set up by Norfolk County Council to get new homes built on its land has handed County Hall a £1m dividend.

11.08.2025 8

Dan Grimmer

Delayed work means defective Norwich bridge will be closed tonight

Delayed work to make £20,000 of repairs to Norwich's Carrow Bridge is now under way.

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'Steakgate' Norfolk council leader on Conservative shortlist to be mayor

The leader of Norfolk County Council - who sparked outrage over her 'steakgate' Facebook post - is on the shortlist to to be the Conservative...

09.08.2025 8

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Delayed work means defective Norwich bridge will be closed tonight

Delayed work to make £20,000 of repairs to Norwich's Carrow Bridge is now under way.

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'Steakgate' Norfolk council leader on Conservative shortlist to be mayor

The leader of Norfolk County Council - who sparked outrage over her 'steakgate' Facebook post - is on the shortlist to to be the Conservative...

09.08.2025 10

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Major funding boost to save Norfolk and Suffolk's historic buildings

Five historic buildings have been handed almost £2m to help preserve them for future generations.

08.08.2025 6

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'Unacceptable' waits of six months for Norfolk driving tests slammed

Learner drivers in Norfolk are facing "unacceptably" long times to take tests, with some waiting for six months.

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