Rotherham Council

Rotherham Market in 2022

Costs soar for new market and library as council seeks further £6m

Baroness Casey with Cllr Reid.

Rotherham Council leader says town ‘shares the anger’ over grooming failures

The two separate proposals, totalling 200MW of capacity across 2.3 hectares off Moat Lane, were initially refused by councillors in November, despite being backed by planning officers.

Battery storage plans to go to public inquiry

The building has stood empty for at least four years, according to council documents.

Green light for new craft ale and coffee house

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council has reported a major improvement in its financial position for the 2024/25 financial year, cutting a projected £3.1 million overspend down to just £300,000.

Rotherham Council slashes overspend

While the original markets and library redevelopment included a small solar element, budget constraints meant it was scaled back during the design stage. Now, with £350,000 allocated from existing decarbonisation funds, the council intends to make full use of available roof space to increase the solar output.

Solar panel plan for Rotherham’s new market and library reignited

The application seeks permission to transform 263 Wickersley Road into a café and bar named Barrel & Bean, offering ground coffee, teas, cakes, locally sourced craft ales, and simple cold food platters

New craft ale and coffee house set for approval despite neighbour concerns

Under the scheme, Homes by Honey aims to build a mix of two, three, and four-bedroom properties, with 25 percent of the homes designated as affordable housing.

Final stage of plans for 185 homes in Maltby recommended for approval

The proposals, which involve installing 200MW of battery capacity across 2.3 hectares off Moat Lane, were rejected by councillors last November, despite planning officers recommending them for approval.

Council to reconsider green belt objections over battery storage plans

A pen portrait dedicated to beloved Sheffield social worker Marcia Grant, who died at the age of 60 in April 2023 in a tragic incident outside her home in Greenhill, was read out by her daughter Gemma at the beginning of the grandmother’s inquest.

'Proud, loving' foster carer provided 'a safe haven for children'

The cabinet is a small group of senior councillors who make most of the key decisions about how the council runs essential services

Rotherham Council’s cabinet reshuffle welcomes new faces

Springwell Gardens

Council secures £265k for green upgrades to four public buildings

An overflowing bin in Aston

Councillor warns Rotherham could ‘end up like Birmingham’ after bins overflow

Rotherham Town Hall

Rotherham Council to consider new rules on flags flown from public buildings

Councillors Rukhsana Ismail and Haroon Rashid

Rotherham to welcome new mayor and deputy at annual council meeting

Council saysno funds for safety measures at ‘problem’ junction

These new units will be spread out across Rotherham and are designed for people who face barriers to finding a home, such as a history of offending or other complex personal challenges.

Rotherham Council to provide 28 new homes for homeless adults with complex needs

An artist impression of Riverside Gardens

Riverside Gardens makeover to begin after Rotherham Council finalises contract

Rotherham Council’s Leader Chris Read said the mixed messages have left residents confused and concerned, and called on the Environment Agency to propose a solution.

Rotherham Council and MP take Droppingwell tip concerns to national ombudsman

Fitzwilliam road, Rotherham

Bins, booze and anti-social behaviour: Eastwood crackdown under review

John Edwards, currently Director General at the Department for Education, is being recommended for the role following a cross-party appointment process

Department for Education boss set to take over as Rotherham Council chief

The existing 50mph zone on Tickhill Road will be cut to 40mph over a 130-metre stretch just east of The Lumley Arms public house.

Tickhill Road speed limit to drop as major housing plan moves forward

L-R Monica Green, Assistant Director for Children's Services; Nicola Curley, Strategic Director for CYPS; Christine Lunn, Foster Carer; Stuart Williams, Head of Service for Children's Social Care; The Mayor of Rotherham; Cllr Victoria Cusw

Rotherham foster carer celebrates 50 years of changing lives

Venues will also be encouraged to designate “safe spaces” for women and vulnerable people who may feel threatened or unsafe.

New proposals to make nightlife safer and greener for the environment

MP Jake Richards is investigating a Treeton Junction, which has been described as dangerous by locals.

MP Jake Richards promises action over dangerous Treeton Lane junction

River Rother in 2018

Rotherham Council calls for urgent action to address river pollution

Councillor Chris Read during the meeting

'Cruel and Heartless’: Rotherham Council divided over Labour’s welfare reforms

Public questions will be limited to 20 minutes, with any remaining questions to be answered in writing after the meeting.

Rotherham Council to impose time limits on questions during meetings

Councillor Victoria Cusworth

Children and young people’s councillor selected as council's deputy leader

The scheme, proposed by Harmony Energy, would store and deliver enough energy to power around 130,000 homes for two hours, potentially saving more than 5,500 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually.

MP calls for Kiveton battery storage site to be refused

One-off grants of £250 will be given to eligible households to help ease the financial strain caused by high energy bills

More than £4.3m to fund free school meal holiday vouchers and energy bill grants

Rotherham Civic Theatre

Council funds £25,000 study into Rotherham Civic Theatre’s future

The water park at Clifton Park is due to be revamped and open for summer

£900k revamp at much loved Clifton Park complete by summer

Councillor David Sheppard was first elected to RMBC in 2016, and is the current cabinet member for social inclusion and neighbourhood – a role which he will also step down from.

Rotherham council’s deputy leader resigns from Labour over welfare reforms

Rotherham Council has outlined plans to allocate a £3.28m fund to support local businesses, skills development, and community-based projects across the borough.

More than £3m to support Rotherham businesses and career skills

Police officers in South Yorkshire investigating reports of illegal vapes being sold to schoolchildren in Rotherham have seized a large quantity of liquid suspected to contain cannabis

Vape liquid believed to contain cannabis seized by cops

Landlords in certain areas would be required to obtain a licence to rent out their properties.

Concerns raised over landlord licensing scheme

The contract, worth £20m over five years, comes following a council review which concluded that services needed to focus on helping people live more independently and recover from mental health issues.

Rotherham Council launches tender for £20m mental health recovery services

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