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Councillor’s birthday gift to local charity

Councillor’s birthday gift to local charity

A Bassetlaw Councillor has celebrated a milestone birthday by donating over £1,000 to local charity that supports young people. Cllr Joan Sanger, MBE and Ward Member for Beckingham recently turned 90 and instead of receiving presents, she asked family and friends to make a donation towards the Charity Focus on Young People in Bassetlaw (FOYPIB).

Article posted on Tuesday, April 30, 2024


Action taken against Worksop property owner

Action taken against Worksop property owner

A Worksop property owner has been ordered to pay £2,214 by Mansfield Magistrates Court after failing to remove a large amount of waste left outside a house he owned, and not responding to a request about who had an interest in the property.

Article posted on Tuesday, April 30, 2024


Students inspired by housing professionals

Students inspired by housing professionals

Bassetlaw District Council has been encouraging local students to think about potential career opportunities within the housing sector, property development and surveying.

Article posted on Thursday, April 25, 2024


Delight at national recognition for Independent Living Schemes

Delight at national recognition for Independent Living Schemes

Bassetlaw District Council are celebrating national recognition for their work modernising its independent living schemes and improving the overall experience for residents.

Article posted on Friday, April 19, 2024


Worksop set for a big weekend!

Worksop set for a big weekend!

Worksop is getting ready to host a big weekend of entertainment and events that will celebrate St George’s Day and Bassetlaw's connections to Europe. A three-day Continental Market will start the celebrations on Thursday 25th April, where visitors can shop for unique goods, gifts, and food from around the world, before Escafield Medieval Society return to Worksop Priory to celebrate a belated St George’s Day on Saturday 27th April.

Article posted on Thursday, April 18, 2024


Have your say on £20M projects in Worksop!

Have your say on £20M projects in Worksop!

Residents and businesses are being asked to share their views as part of a six-week consultation that will shape how £20million of Government Funding could be spent in Worksop.

Article posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2024


Have your say on 2 May

Have your say on 2 May

Bassetlaw District Council is urging residents to head to the polls on 2 May and have their say.

Article posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2024


Stress Awareness Blog

April is National Stress Awareness Month, so for my blog this month I thought it would be a good opportunity to talk about what stress is, how you can manage it, and where to seek advice and support from if it starts to get too much.

Article posted on Wednesday, April 17, 2024


Bassetlaw Museum showcases local art group

Bassetlaw Museum showcases local art group

A series of artworks created by the Sutton Art Group, which has been running for over 25 years, has gone on show at Bassetlaw Museum.

Article posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2024


Voter ID required to vote at Polling Stations on 2 May

All voters will need to show an accepted form of photo ID when voting at a Polling Station in the upcoming Combined Mayoral Authority and Police and Crime Commissioner elections.

Article posted on Friday, April 5, 2024