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The Market Place in Newark is rich in history and well loved by everyone, but as with every marketplace and high street across the country, footfall is down and times are challenging. The District Council and our partners remain committed to doing what we can to help.

A Newark man has been convicted for repeatedly breaching a Community Protection Notice (CPN), with the Court also granting a two-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) to help prevent further anti-social behaviour.

Newark and Sherwood District Council and Nottinghamshire Police have secured a Court Undertaking from a Blidworth resident following sustained concerns about nuisance and antisocial behaviour affecting local residents and the wider community.

From festivals and outdoor theatre to family days out and unique cultural experiences, Newark and Sherwood is set for a packed summer of events in 2026. And the easiest way to discover what’s happening in the area is through Newark and Sherwood District Council’s official events website. 

It is with great sadness that Newark and Sherwood District Council pays tribute to Councillor Roger Jackson following his passing.

This week, Newark and Sherwood District Council has been awarded a C2 consumer grading by the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) following a recent programmed inspection with included a detailed review of documents and on-site interviews with senior officers, involved tenants, staff and councillors.

Newark and Sherwood District Council is proud to announce that it has been shortlisted for the 2026 Political Purpose Awards in the Green Council of the Year Award category. 

Newark and Sherwood District Council, working in partnership with Nottinghamshire Police, has successfully obtained a two-year injunction against Jamie Murr following a prolonged period of antisocial behaviour that has negatively impacted residents and communities across the district.

Newark and Sherwood District Council have approved tougher fixed penalties for fly-tipping and waste-related offences as part of its ongoing commitment to keeping the district clean and safe for residents, businesses and visitors.

A copy of a letter from Councillor Paul Peacock, Leader of Newark and Sherwood District Council on behalf of Newark and Sherwood District Council to the Prime Minister.