Politics

Plans for 50 homes in Chatteris have been approved by Fenland District Council, despite concerns from local residents.

Exciting plans for a former Fenland onion factory mark the start of hopes that Chatteris will become a specialist manufacturing hub.

Swimming clubs across Fenland have been left counting the cost after operators of the area’s leisure centres said they can no longer provide lessons.

Fenland Council has launched a new website making it easier than ever for residents and businesses to access information and services online.

Preparations are under-way in Fenland in a bid to secure millions of pounds worth of investment into the district’s four market towns.

Three Fenland projects have been awarded a share of nearly £3m of funding from a special fund set up by Cambridgeshire County Council.

"Whether it be for retail activity or community activity, the Market Place plays an important role in improving community and people’s wellbeing."

Campaigners fighting to stop a mega waste incinerator in Wisbech are calling for local politicians to back a public enquiry into the proposal.

Major plans have been approved which will see the derelict Mepal Outdoor Centre transformed into a crematorium, woodland burial area and pet cemetery.

Concerns have been raised over the future funding of Cambridgeshire’s affordable housing programme after the government questioned progress.

Plans for nine homes were given the green-light despite officers recommending refusal because of highway safety concerns.

Cambridgeshire Council's Countywide hub which has looked after the area's vulnerable during lockdown is set to move into the next phase of support.

Cambridgeshire’s economy is going to be “hit hard” by the pandemic, with councils at “significant financial risk,” warn finance officers.

Cambridgeshire’s work to respond to the climate change emergency has been shortlisted for a prestigious national award.

Al fresco dining spaces and street cafes could soon become a more familiar sight in Fenland with launch of new 'pavement licence' initiative.

Fenland District Council’s Customer Service Centres and Community Hubs are reopening to the public on an appointment only basis.

If you like your home stripped of all comforts including a proper bath or shower or even a bed then Wisbech Castle would be an ideal choice.

Cambridgeshire County Council has voted overwhelmingly to oppose plans for a “mega incinerator” in Wisbech.

Accusations of bullying and harassment led to police being called to Wisbech Castle on Monday after two town councillors turned up demanding access.

“...it is clearly apparent that Fenland have gone above and beyond in their efforts to maintain services.”