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Carl Andrew Bailey has been elected to Burnaston Parish Council following the by-election held on Thursday 30 July 2026.

Updated consultation details have been published for the proposed residential development on land north of Staker Lane. Comments on application DMOT/2026/0936 should be submitted by 10 August 2026.

South Derbyshire District Council is consulting on the environmental scope of a potential outline development of up to 400 homes on land north of Staker Lane, Derby.

A poll will take place on Thursday 30 July 2026 to elect one Parish Councillor for Burnaston. Polling will be open from 7:00am to 10:00pm.

Burnaston Parish Council has raised concerns with South Derbyshire District Council about weed growth along kerbs, footways and public highways, with assurances given that action will now be taken to improve maintenance standards.

East Midlands Freeport will hold its first public Board meeting on Thursday 24 July 2026, offering local people, businesses and stakeholders the chance to hear updates, learn more about its work and find out how to submit questions.

Members of the community are invited to attend upcoming public consultation sessions to learn more about the proposed development ahead of the submission of an outline planning application. The events will provide an opportunity to view the proposals, ask questions, and share feedback with the project team.

Phase 1 Engagement runs from Tuesday 16 June to Tuesday 28 July 2026. Residents can view the proposals, share feedback and provide local knowledge to help inform the project.

Burnaston residents are invited to take part in the upcoming Parish Councillor election, with key deadlines for nominations, voter registration, and voting set between June and July 2026.

Parish Meetings: Know the Difference They sound identical, but they aren't. The Annual Parish Meeting: This is a community forum for you. Held between March and June, registered electors have the legal right to speak, ask questions, and vote on village matters. The Annual Parish Council Meeting: This is internal council business held in May to elect the Chairman and review policies. The public can observe but cannot speak.

Ward councillors are running an information session on 26th and 28th May to help inform residents about the Regulation 19 consultation process and how they can make representations to the Local Plan

Are You Owed a Service Pension? Every year, roughly 2,000 deferred Armed Forces pensions go unclaimed, leaving more than 15,000 pension benefits currently waiting for their rightful owners. To bridge this gap, the Forces Pension Society Charitable Fund is supporting the Unclaimed Pensions campaign, dedicated to raising awareness and helping veterans claim the significant sums they have earned.

Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts in a black blazer and patterned dress smiles in a bright, modern indoor setting with glass railings and white walls.

A casual vacancy has arisen on Burnaston Parish Council. An official Notice of Vacancy has been published, setting out the process for an election or co-option. Residents can contact the Parish Clerk for further information.

South Derbyshire District Council has launched a public consultation on proposed modifications to the Local Plan Part 1 Review (2022–2041). Residents are encouraged to review the proposals and submit comments before the consultation closes at 5pm on Tuesday 16 June 2026.

Burnaston residents are invited to take part in the upcoming Parish Councillor election, with key deadlines for nominations, voter registration, and voting set between May and June 2026.

South Derbyshire residents will soon benefit from a new food waste collection service, making it easier than ever to recycle at home. With indoor and outdoor caddies provided, households can reduce waste while contributing to renewable energy and fertiliser production through anaerobic digestion.

Free Loan Shark Awareness Sessions are available to help residents and community groups recognise the signs of illegal money lending, support those at risk, and access safe, affordable alternatives.

A casual vacancy has arisen on Burnaston Parish Council. An official Notice of Vacancy has been published, setting out the process for an election or co-option. Residents can contact the Parish Clerk for further information.

A public consultation is now open on the East Midlands Freeport Strategic Infrastructure planning document. Residents can review the proposals and submit comments before 27 April 2026.