Food waste recycling trial From October 2026, around 3,000 households across the district will take part in a six-month food waste collection trial ahead of the county-wide introduction of food waste collections from October 2027. Learn more about the food waste recycling trial Hide
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District Council sets out next year’s plans to help prevent homelessness in Newark and Sherwood Helping residents keep their homes, reducing rough sleeping and supporting families into settled accommodation are at the heart of proposals from Newark and Sherwood District Council. 12 November 2026 Housing and tenants
£300,000 investment planned for Cherry Holt Park in Newark Plans to improve Newark’s Cherry Holt Park have been supported by Newark and Sherwood District Council, with new modern and accessible play and fitness equipment set to be provided. 11 November 2026 Parks and green spaces
Business connections take center stage at Economic Growth Conference More than 100 attendees came together at the annual Newark and Sherwood District Council’s Economic Growth Conference to share ideas, build connections and explore opportunities for business growth. 11 November 2026 Economic growth
