News and Events
See the latest Fenland District Council news, events and press releases below. You can also keep up-to-date on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and with our digital newsletter The Fenlander.
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Help shape Fenland's major celebration events
It feels only a few short weeks since Fenland's major summer events - and, for many, too early to think about Christmas, yet planning for the festive season and beyond is already well under way.
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New grant scheme launched to support culture and creativity across the district
Fenland District Council has launched a new grant scheme to support arts, culture and heritage activity across the district.
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Excellence award for Fenland planning team member
Support from her team was instrumental in securing a Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) excellence award, a member of Fenland District Council's planning team has said.
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Outstanding Fenland volunteers honoured at annual celebration event
Dedicated volunteers who have helped to nurture and transform Fenland over the past 12 months have been honoured by Fenland District Council.
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Could your small business use a £5k Government grant?
Small Fenland businesses and farmers can now apply for a Government grant of up to £5,000 to help them thrive.
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Council speaks out against 'war on motorists'
Fenland councillors have vowed to reject proposals to introduce "anti-motorist" schemes in the district that are "deliberately designed to force people out of their cars".
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Council agrees motion against County Council weed spraying decision
Members of Fenland District Council will be writing to Cambridgeshire County Council to call for the re-introduction of weed spraying alongside roads and pavements, following a motion at Full Council on Monday (2 October).
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Call for revised local transport plan
Fenland District Council agreed a motion to call on Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA) for a revised long-term strategy to improve transport in the county.
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Tributes paid to former councillor with 'heart of gold'
Councillors and council officers stood in silence yesterday afternoon (2 October) as they paid tribute to a former member who has passed away.