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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.

National Grid has launched its Stage 2 consultation on proposals for a new 400 kV electricity transmission line between Chesterfield and Willington, forming part of The Great Grid Upgrade. The consultation runs from 3 March to 28 April 2026, and residents are encouraged to review the updated plans and submit their feedback.

From 1 February 2026, responsibility for most bus services in Derbyshire has transferred from Derbyshire County Council to the East Midlands Combined County Authority. Find out what has changed, what has stayed the same, and who to contact for bus services, passes and transport enquiries.

The Government has launched a statutory consultation on proposals to reorganise local government in Derbyshire. Residents, businesses and organisations are encouraged to review the options, including proposals for one or two unitary councils, and submit their views before the consultation closes on 26 March.

An election will be held for Burnaston Parish Council on Thursday 19 March 2026. If you’d like to stand as a candidate, nomination papers must be hand-delivered to SDDC by 4pm on Friday 20 February 2026.

South Derbyshire District Council is holding a series of Council Area Forum Meetings in early 2026, giving residents the chance to hear updates and raise local issues. Burnaston is covered under the Etwall Area Forum, taking place on Tuesday 24 February at Etwall Frank Wickham Hall. All meetings commence at 6:30pm.

Summary of an online meeting between Burnaston Parish Council and land promoters, covering environmental assessment, emerging plans and next steps for public consultation.

Information for Burnaston residents on flooding, who to contact, how to check flood risk maps and how to sign up for flood alerts and warnings.

A reminder to residents on how to report potholes to Derbyshire County Council and fly-tipping to South Derbyshire District Council using the correct online reporting systems.

Dates for the 2026 Council Area Forum meetings have been published. Burnaston Parish is covered by the Etwall Area Forum on Tuesday 24 February at Etwall Frank Wickham Hall.

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.

Due to the current severe snow and ice weather warning, South Derbyshire District Council has postponed the Local Plan Part 2 Review: Issues and Options consultation drop-in event originally scheduled for Friday 9 January. The event will now take place at Hilton Village Hall on Tuesday 20 January, from 4pm to 7pm.

Derby City Council will begin an eight-week public consultation on the draft Local Plan in January 2026. The plan will guide how Derby develops up to 2043, covering housing, transport, the environment and local infrastructure.

Details of an Environmental Impact Assessment Scoping Opinion for land south of Mickleover are now available to view online, with comments open until 5 January 2026.

Festive bin changes are coming up. Make sure you know when to put your bins out over Christmas and New Year.