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Nottinghamshire County Council @NottsCC

Latest news and updates from Nottinghamshire County Council. Not monitored 24/7 but we'll respond ASAP. Other ways to contact: notts.cc/ncccontact

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💛 Help with the cost of childcare From 15 and 30 hours, to tax-free and wraparound childcare, there is a wide range of offers that parents may be eligible for. Find local childcare providers that offer funded and wraparound childcare places ⬇️ orlo.uk/find_childcare_saWWW
Infographic with the Best Start in Life logo, a purple background and a child sat on a speech bubble sprinkling sand. Text in the speech bubble reads: Can I get help with childcare costs?

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👥 Suicidal thoughts are more common than many realise. By making it ok to speak openly, we can remove stigma so no one feels they must suffer alone. Let's #BreakTheSilence on suicide. Talking about it saves lives. For support, visit NottAlone ➡️ orlo.uk/NottAlone_WvAFk
Poster with the message 'You don't need perfect words. Just reach out and ask.' For support visit NottAlone.org.uk. If you're struggling to cope call NHS 111 Option 2.

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‼️ Last chance to have your say Our consultation into the future of our discretionary faith-based school transport scheme closes on 12 June, so don’t miss the chance to have your say. Find out more and have your say: orlo.uk/FaithSchoolTransport…
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🧴♻️ Did you know we can recycle plastic bottle lids? Just remember to wash and squash your bottle before putting the lid back on. Then it's ready to go in your recycling bin. Please don't recycle lids separately as they're too small for our sorting machinery. ♻️ #NottsRecycles

ALT Did you know that you can now recycle plastic bottle tops? Just remember to wash, squash and replace the lid. On all of your plastic drink and sauce bottles, shower gel, shampoo and cleaning product bottles before putting them in your recycling bin. If in doubt, leave it out! Nottinghamshire recycles.
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📣 Good news! ♻️ Plastic and metal tubes (like toothpaste and tomato puree tubes) can now go in your recycling bin! 🙌 1. Make sure the tube is empty 2. Leave the cap on, it can be recycled too 3. Place loose in your recycling bin Find out more ➡️ orlo.uk/Recycling_in_Notting…
Good news! Plastic tubes and metal tubes can be recycled. Nottinghamshire recycles.

ALT Good news! Plastic tubes and metal tubes can be recycled. Nottinghamshire recycles.
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⚠️ Did you know swallowing button batteries can cause serious internal damage? ⚠️ Even 'dead' button batteries can still have enough power to badly hurt a small child. When you remove a button battery, store it securely, and recycle it properly and promptly. #ChildSafetyWeek
Swallowing button batteries can hurt or kill your child. Always keep batteries out of reach.

ALT Swallowing button batteries can hurt or kill your child. Always keep batteries out of reach.
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💛 Help with the cost of childcare From 15 and 30 hours, to tax-free and wraparound childcare, there is a wide range of offers that parents may be eligible for. Find local childcare providers in Notts ⬇️ orlo.uk/LhG7j #BestStartinLife
Infographic with the Best Start in Life logo, a purple background and a child sat on a speech bubble sprinkling sand. Text in the speech bubble reads: Can I get help with childcare costs?

ALT Infographic with the Best Start in Life logo, a purple background and a child sat on a speech bubble sprinkling sand. Text in the speech bubble reads: Can I get help with childcare costs?
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🔋 Loose batteries and batteries hidden in our electricals can cause fires when crushed in bin lorries 🔥 ⚠️ So remember, NEVER bin your batteries! Recycle them safely at your local recycling centre, or battery recycling points that can be found in most supermarkets.
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⚠️ Stay safe around open water. Thinking about cooling off in open water? It may look tempting, but dangerous risks include cold water shock, unexpected currents and obstacles below the surface. Get water safety advice from @nottsfire 👉 orlo.uk/WaterSafety_oKdJS
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Danger, cooling off in open water can be fatal.

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🚧 Highways update 🚧 The Pothole Pro machines are out on the streets. making a difference. We visited Ousebridge Drive in Carlton today, in the middle of a large street-long repair. Check on progress at the Notts Highways website: orlo.uk/3S1aj @viaeastmidlands
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🗣️ Could your group use a new local space? Expressions of interest are now open for community use at the former Manners Dutton site (Averham, Staythorpe Rd). We want local groups to help shape its future. 📆 Closes Sunday 14 June 2026 📧 propertyservices@nottscc.gov.uk
Aerial view showing a proposed land demarcation with areas for community space and residential parcels.

ALT Aerial view showing a proposed land demarcation with areas for community space and residential parcels.
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⚖️ A farmer has been sentenced to 4.5 years in prison after being found guilty of stealing 100s of sheep, following a joint prosecution between Nottinghamshire County Council Trading Standards, West Mercia Police & Cumbria Police. Read the full story ⬇️ orlo.uk/Farmer_jailed_for_sh…
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👶🏽 If you receive additional type of support, including Universal Credit, or your child has an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan, you could get 15 hours early learning for your 2-year-old. Find local funded childcare providers ⬇️ orlo.uk/find_childcare_DvEnN #BestStartinLife
Young child painting against a speech bubble with text on it that reads: ‘What childcare support is available?’ on a bright purple background with the Best Start in Life logo.

ALT Young child painting against a speech bubble with text on it that reads: ‘What childcare support is available?’ on a bright purple background with the Best Start in Life logo.
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⚠️ Be water aware and stay safe around open water. Lakes, rivers and reservoirs can look tempting, but dangerous risks include cold water shock, unexpected currents and obstacles beneath the surface. Get water safety advice 👇 orlo.uk/water_safety_Q91HF
Over a photo of water, the words it's not worth the risk. It's colder than it looks: all waters in the UK are cold enough to cause cold shock, even in warm weather. It's stronger than it looks: Currents in the water can be very strong, even when it looks calm on the surface.

ALT Over a photo of water, the words it's not worth the risk. It's colder than it looks: all waters in the UK are cold enough to cause cold shock, even in warm weather. It's stronger than it looks: Currents in the water can be very strong, even when it looks calm on the surface.
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🟡 The @UKHSA has issued a yellow heat health alert across the East Midlands from 9am Friday 22 May until 5pm Wednesday 27 May. Anyone can become unwell in hot weather, but some people are at higher risk. Follow their guidance on how to stay safe 👉 orlo.uk/UKHSAHotWeatherGuida…
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✊ We’re proud to support the Break the Silence on Suicide campaign Difficult situations can feel daunting, but support is available to help you get through. Find mental health advice and links to services 👉 orlo.uk/NottAlone_OIG9t For immediate help, call NHS 111 option 2.
Let's break the silence on suicide. Support available at NottAlone.org.uk or call NHS 111 Option 2.

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📣♻️ You can now recycle empty milk, juice, sauce, soup cartons in your recycling bin 🙌 Follow our tips to recycle cartons correctly: ✅ Rinse cartons to remove any leftover liquid ✅ Leave the cap on, it can be recycled too ✅ Place loose in your recycling bin.
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🌟 Looking for fun this school holiday? We’ve got you covered! Whether you’ve got little explorers, creative minds or outdoor adventurers at home, Nottinghamshire is packed with fantastic activities to keep everyone entertained 🙌 Find out more ⤵️ orlo.uk/HalfTermWhatsOn_OJcq…
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💜 As part of Foster Care Fortnight foster carers Dawn and Lee have shared their experiences with Councillor Leader, Councillor Mick Barton, and Councillor Rory Green, Cabinet Member for Children and Families. Find out more about fostering orlo.uk/FosterForEastMidland…
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📢 Calling all students interested in adult or children's social care! We are excited to offer a week-long careers exploration to give you a real insight into working. Find out more and apply orlo.uk/WorkExperience_jnUz5
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