Council & civic News in Chesterfield Today
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Chesterfield Borough Council celebrates climate action progress
Chesterfield Borough Council publishes climate progress report highlighting housing upgrades, electric vehicles and £179,586 in community grants.
New system launches to improve tenants experience with repairs
Chesterfield Borough Council launches Total Mobile on 26 August, giving tenants text and email updates about repair appointments and operative arrival…
Community hub officially opens
Barrow Hill Memorial Hall has reopened following major refurbishment, now featuring a community pantry, café, family hub, and health services for village…
Former Mayor and Mayoress raise more than £10,000 for local charities
Councillor Barry Dyke and Marie Dyke have presented £10,347 to Poolsbrook Social Welfare Centre and Chesterfield Royal Hospital Trust Charity, raised…
Service changes over the summer bank holiday 2026
Chesterfield Council services close on Monday 31 August for the summer bank holiday. Bin collections move to Saturday 29 August. Town Hall and Customer…
Chesterfield in New Two-Council Derbyshire Plan
Government approves two new unitary councils for Derbyshire. Chesterfield will be part of the north Derbyshire council, subject to Parliamentary approval.
Ringwood BMX Track Reopens After £150,000 Refurbishment
Ringwood BMX Track has reopened following a £150,000 refurbishment. An open celebration takes place on 26 July with free sessions, music, stalls and food…
Dr Huw Bowen Awarded Freedom of Chesterfield Borough
Dr Huw Bowen, former chief executive of Chesterfield Borough Council, has been awarded the Freedom of the Borough — the council's highest honour — after…
Rail Innovation Centre Opens in Barrow Hill
The Derbyshire Rail Industry Innovation Vehicle (DRIIVe) has officially opened in Barrow Hill, offering training, research facilities and commercial…
Chesterfield Council Publishes Biodiversity Action Plan to 2
Chesterfield Borough Council has published its Biodiversity Duty Report, detailing progress protecting nature and setting out plans through 2031,…
Walking Sports Festival Chesterfield 19 August
Free Walking Sports Festival in Chesterfield on 19 August offers taster sessions in walking football, cricket, netball, hockey and rugby for residents…
Smart fitness system launches at Chesterfield leisure centre
EGYM smart fitness equipment launches at Healthy Living Centre in Staveley, offering personalised workouts and automatic resistance adjustments for all…