News and updates

We urge Derbyshire residents to have their say

Derbyshire residents are encouraged to have their say in two consultations about the future provision of adult care services across the county.

Safety first approach to reopen A57 Snake Pass

A ‘safety first’ approach is at the heart of Derbyshire County Council’s decision to reopen the A57 Snake Pass from tomorrow afternoon (Tuesday 29 March) with on-site monitoring continuing to protect all road users, including cyclists and pedestrians.

Gearing up to resettle Ukrainian refugees in Derbyshire

Organisations across the county have joined forces to support people fleeing the conflict in Ukraine by safely resettling them into Derbyshire homes.

Council leaders bid for combined devolution deal for more funding and new local powers

We, along with Derby City Council, Nottinghamshire County Council and Nottingham City Council have sent initial proposals to negotiate a combined devolution deal.

Better access and faster journey times promised by major improvements at A619/Park Road junction start on Monday 28 March

A new £270,000 project to improve traffic flow, road safety and access for cyclists, pedestrians and buses starts on Monday 28 March at the A619/Park Road junction in Chesterfield.

We’re appealing for more foster families

Residents are invited to find out how they could do something amazing and become a foster carer for us.

Refreshed Council Plan reveals priorities and opportunities

We have published our refreshed Council Plan which sets out our priorities for the next 3 years.

Chairman’s fund donation to support Ukraine humanitarian appeal

A sum of £20,000 is to be donated from Derbyshire County Council’s Chairman’s Fund to support people fleeing the conflict in Ukraine.

Environment minister visits Matlock to discuss flooding issues

Government Environment Minister Rebecca Pow has visited Matlock to discuss flooding issues after the town was affected in February following days of heavy rain.

Warning signs up as bird flu confirmed at Erewash nature reserve

Signs warning of an outbreak of bird flu at an Erewash nature reserve have gone up across the area.

Change your life and theirs too – foster for Derbyshire

People across Derbyshire are being encouraged to consider doing something amazing for their community by becoming a foster carer.

Have your say on proposals for Chesterfield Staveley Regeneration Route

New proposals to build a road linking Chesterfield and Staveley have been drawn-up by Derbyshire County Council to cut congestion and open up land for employment and housing.

New £13.2 million Alfreton Park School opens to pupils

Contractor Henry Brothers has handed over the new £13.2 million Alfreton Park School this week. The new school which we have funded will provide a modern, larger, purpose-built facility for pupils with special needs.

Consultation to seek views on independent living services

Derbyshire residents are to be asked for their views on plans to change support to help more people lead safe, independent lives in their own homes for longer.

We consult on plans to transform learning disability support

Councillors have given the go-ahead to consult on changes which could transform support for people with learning disabilities and/or who are autistic to help them lead independent lives.