Cambridgeshire and Peterborough councils urge Government to make prompt Local Government Reorganisation decision

Council leaders across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough continue to press the Government for an early decision on Local Government Reorganisation proposals for the area.

The Government recently confirmed plans to reorganise local councils in 14 areas across the country, but said more time was needed before a final decision could be reached for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

Government officials have confirmed that the information submitted in support of all four unitary options for our area was comprehensive, with no further evidence required.

New unitary councils are still expected to replace the seven existing county, district, city and unitary councils in our area from April 2028, providing all the council services you access.

While we wait for the Government’s announcement, existing councils will continue working together throughout the process, focused on securing the best outcomes for residents, communities and businesses.

We’ll keep you updated as soon as we know more.

Find out more at: Cambridgeshire and Peterborough councils urge Government to make prompt reorganisation decision

By-Election - Lattersey Ward of Whittlesey Town Council

A by-election to fill the vacancy on the Lattersey Ward of Whittlesey Town Council as a result of the resignation of Councillor Saeed Arman will be held on Thursday 10 September 2026, if contested.

Anyone wishing to stand as a candidate in the by-election must submit their nomination papers by 4pm tomorrow, Thursday 13 August 2026.

More information at: By-Election - Lattersey Ward of Whittlesey Town Council - Fenland District Council

Fenland schools headed to fire stations for Safety Zones

Around 1,000 youngsters from across Fenland have taken part in this year's Safety Zone.

Hosted at March, Wisbech and Whittlesey fire stations, the events transform each station into a hub of learning activity, with the Year Six students rotating through interactive workstations focusing on different aspects of everyday safety.

The young people picked up vital information about fire safety in the home, staying safe in and around water bodies, road safety and dog behaviour to online safety, basic first aid including CPR and age-related product safety.

The Safety Zone events were launched by the Fenland Community Safety Partnership around 20 years ago, with the aim of equipping youngsters with skills to keep themselves and others safe.

On our Fenland Community Safety Partnership webpage you can discover more about the partnership and what it does.

Visitors enjoying new shades and seating at Wisbech Splashpad

Visitors are making the most of the new shades and seating recently installed at Wisbech Splashpad.

The Splashpad, located in Wisbech Park off Lynn Road, is free to use and open daily from 10am to 5pm until mid-September.

Expert tips to protect you and your family

This month, we share information on staying vigilant against scam phone calls, understanding the hidden realities of county lines exploitation, safeguarding children online, recognising and preventing fraud, accessing home fire safety assessments, outdoor fire safety and upcoming events.

Discover more at: Community safety messages July to August 2026