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Father of daughter who uses wheelchair says Meldreth pavements are ‘tragedy waiting to happen’

25 October 2023
Father of daughter who uses wheelchair says Meldreth pavements are ‘tragedy waiting to happen’

Father of daughter who uses wheelchair says Meldreth pavements are ‘tragedy waiting to happen’

25 October 2023

He warns there’s a risk of a wheelchair tipping over, or falling into the road.

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Environment Agency objects to 1,000 Darwin Green homes over water supply

24 October 2023
Environment Agency objects to 1,000 Darwin Green homes over water supply

Environment Agency objects to 1,000 Darwin Green homes over water supply

24 October 2023

The outline application proposes to build up to 1,000 new homes

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Medicinal mushroom growers refused permission for farm in shipping containers

23 October 2023
Medicinal mushroom growers refused permission for farm in shipping containers

Medicinal mushroom growers refused permission for farm in shipping containers

23 October 2023

A modular workshop was also proposed to service the mushroom farm.


TWI redevelopment approved on Granta Park despite concern over height of buildings

18 October 2023
TWI redevelopment approved on Granta Park despite concern over height of buildings

TWI redevelopment approved on Granta Park despite concern over height of buildings

18 October 2023

The work will provide improved lab space and improve sustainability.

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Airbnbs and short-term lets driving people out of Cambridge housing market, says Lib Dem councillor

18 October 2023
Airbnbs and short-term lets driving people out of Cambridge housing market, says Lib Dem councillor

Airbnbs and short-term lets driving people out of Cambridge housing market, says Lib Dem councillor

18 October 2023

Cllr Karen Young wants the city council to push for more regulations.

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Cambridgeshire’s education funding slashed by £4m after government error

17 October 2023
Cambridgeshire’s education funding slashed by £4m after government error

Cambridgeshire’s education funding slashed by £4m after government error

17 October 2023

Cambridgeshire County Council said the reduction in planned funding had ‘significant implications’.

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Three-storey R&D building approved for Cheddars Lane in Cambridge

12 October 2023
Three-storey R&D building approved for Cheddars Lane in Cambridge

Three-storey R&D building approved for Cheddars Lane in Cambridge

12 October 2023

Redundant buildings will be replaced.

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‘Breathtaking’ failure to agree cost-sharing arrangement for learning disability service in Cambridgeshire

12 October 2023
‘Breathtaking’ failure to agree cost-sharing arrangement for learning disability service in Cambridgeshire

‘Breathtaking’ failure to agree cost-sharing arrangement for learning disability service in Cambridgeshire

12 October 2023

Cllr Richard Howitt warned disagreement would lead to a poorer quality service.


New science park would create about 3,800 jobs and feature urban country park, says developer

11 October 2023
New science park would create about 3,800 jobs and feature urban country park, says developer

New science park would create about 3,800 jobs and feature urban country park, says developer

11 October 2023

Mission Street intends to submit its planning application soon.

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Approved: The 20 areas of Cambridgeshire set for 20mph speed limits in £350,000 scheme

11 October 2023
Approved: The 20 areas of Cambridgeshire set for 20mph speed limits in £350,000 scheme

Approved: The 20 areas of Cambridgeshire set for 20mph speed limits in £350,000 scheme

11 October 2023

Councillors have given backing to the application – and others could follow in future years.

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Hopes of £5m investment to clean up River Cam as councillors back application for designated bathing status

06 October 2023
Hopes of £5m investment to clean up River Cam as councillors back application for designated bathing status

Hopes of £5m investment to clean up River Cam as councillors back application for designated bathing status

06 October 2023

Cam Valley Forum will apply to Defra to seek designation at Sheep’s Green.

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Roof canopy plan for Varsity Hotel rejected again – despite owner’s plea over economic impact

06 October 2023
Roof canopy plan for Varsity Hotel rejected again – despite owner’s plea over economic impact

Roof canopy plan for Varsity Hotel rejected again – despite owner’s plea over economic impact

06 October 2023

Councillors remained concerned over its visual impact.

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Planning inspector refuses permission for 10 Gypsy and Traveller pitches in East Cambridgeshire

05 October 2023
Planning inspector refuses permission for 10 Gypsy and Traveller pitches in East Cambridgeshire

Planning inspector refuses permission for 10 Gypsy and Traveller pitches in East Cambridgeshire

05 October 2023

The pitches would harm the nature of the countryside, the inspector ruled.


Solar farm to power 650 homes rejected due to visual impact on South Cambridgeshire countryside

05 October 2023
Solar farm to power 650 homes rejected due to visual impact on South Cambridgeshire countryside

Solar farm to power 650 homes rejected due to visual impact on South Cambridgeshire countryside

05 October 2023

A planning inspector dismissed an appeal for 4,580 solar panels.

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GCP board pauses CSET busway scheme and Foxton Travel Hub amid spiralling construction costs

04 October 2023
GCP board pauses CSET busway scheme and Foxton Travel Hub amid spiralling construction costs

GCP board pauses CSET busway scheme and Foxton Travel Hub amid spiralling construction costs

04 October 2023

Inflation means its project costs have soared by more than £200m.

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Incentives for South Cambridgeshire landlords to help Ukrainians find privately rented homes

01 October 2023
Incentives for South Cambridgeshire landlords to help Ukrainians find privately rented homes

Incentives for South Cambridgeshire landlords to help Ukrainians find privately rented homes

01 October 2023

The district council says many refugees moving out of their host homes had faced challenges trying to find a rented home in the area.

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The 20 villages and parishes in Cambridgeshire that could get 20mph limits

30 September 2023
The 20 villages and parishes in Cambridgeshire that could get 20mph limits

The 20 villages and parishes in Cambridgeshire that could get 20mph limits

30 September 2023

County councillors will discuss them at a highways meeting.

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It’s official: GCP ditches Cambridge congestion charge plan as political support for it crumbles

29 September 2023
It’s official: GCP ditches Cambridge congestion charge plan as political support for it crumbles

It’s official: GCP ditches Cambridge congestion charge plan as political support for it crumbles

29 September 2023

The board decides against putting the plans forward to Cambridgeshire County Council.

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16-metre tall 5G phone mast plan for Histon rejected by planning inspector

27 September 2023
16-metre tall 5G phone mast plan for Histon rejected by planning inspector

16-metre tall 5G phone mast plan for Histon rejected by planning inspector

27 September 2023

The district council’s decision to refuse the plan has been upheld.

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Speed limit on Cambourne roads to be lowered to 20mph

25 September 2023
Speed limit on Cambourne roads to be lowered to 20mph

Speed limit on Cambourne roads to be lowered to 20mph

25 September 2023

The move is designed to improve road safety and encourage cycling and walking.

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