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Success stories

The job search process can leave you weary especially applying to lots of jobs with little response. It’s nice to have some inspiration to keep you going.

Last updated: 30 March 2026

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Natural environment

Find out about sites of natural local and national importance, protected and priority habitats or species, and ancient woodland in Ashfield

Last updated: 31 March 2026

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Kirkby’s £20million plan approved

The first projects funded by Kirkby’s £20 million Pride in Place fund will be coming to life in the next few months.

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Sutton in Ashfield to bid to be UK’s first Town of Culture

Sutton in Ashfield is now in the running to become the UK’s first Town of Culture in 2028. 

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Cornerstone refurbishment wins regional award

The newly renovated Cornerstone Theatre, Sutton, has won the Refurbishment Project of the Year award at the EEM Building Communities Awards. 

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Simpler Recycling introduced across Ashfield

Simpler Recycling introduced across Ashfield

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Events are back in Ashfield for 2026

Summer is approaching fast and so is the start of the Council’s event season. 

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Celebrate World Health Day at Kirkby Leisure Centre

Free swimming and a chance to learn more about the best ways to stay healthy is on offer at Kirkby Leisure Centre.

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Taxi and private hire dual driver licence

To drive a Hackney carriage (taxi), or a private hire vehicle (minicab) you must be licensed as a driver. Find out how to apply for a dual driver licence.

Last updated: 31 March 2026

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Private hire operator

Apply for a Private hire operator licence

Last updated: 31 March 2026

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Taxi and private hire vehicle licence

Apply for a Taxi and private hire vehicle licence

Last updated: 31 March 2026

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Pre-application planning advice

Get advice before you submit your planning application. Low cost. Quick response. Householder planning and developer schemes.

Last updated: 24 March 2026

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Service charge breakdowns

Breakdowns of Ashfield District Council properties service charges, given by locations, then street or building name.

Last updated: 01 April 2026

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Street naming and numbering

We assign to new street names and numbers to new developments. Apply for a house name or to fix address problems.

Last updated: 01 April 2026

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Free training in Ashfield

Access local training courses that are free within the Ashfield district

Last updated: 31 March 2026

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Complaints and compliments

We are committed to continually improving the quality of, and access to, the services we provide.

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Transparency and accountability: Council responds to ADMC governance findings

The Council has confirmed that it took action after governance issues within the Automated Distribution and Manufacturing Centre (ADMC) project were found.

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Become a market trader

Become a market trader - opportunities in Ashfield

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Ashfield career events

Looking at boosting your career and would like to speak to local employers? Then events are a good way to explore the opportunities that are available.

Last updated: 01 April 2026

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Renters Rights Act 2025

The Renters Rights Act became law on 27 October 2025 and is being implemented in stages with the first parts applying from 1 May 2026.

Last updated: 02 April 2026

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Huthwaite Welfare park - Play feature options

Document type: DOCX, size: 512Kb, uploaded: 16 February 2026

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Huthwaite Welfare park - Landscape improvements

Document type: DOCX, size: 584Kb, uploaded: 16 February 2026

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Huthwaite Welfare park - Skate park options

Document type: DOCX, size: 536Kb, uploaded: 16 February 2026

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Huthwaite Welfare park masterplan

Document type: DOCX, size: 523Kb, uploaded: 16 February 2026

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Adopted validation list - miscellaneous applications

Document type: DOCX, size: 131Kb, uploaded: 05 September 2025

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