A scheme for landlords that requires them to improve private rented homes for residents is now in force. The council ran a consultation last year asking for feedback on its selective licensing proposals that covered numerous areas in the district. The scheme will now make it mandatory for landlords to have licences for each of their private rented properties, and it will require landlords to meet a minimum standard of accommodation for residents.
People across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire have been invited to share their views on the future of local government. A survey launched in summer with the aim to gather public feedback on what matters most to local people and organisations, to help shape new authorities’ priorities.
The decision to launch a local government reorganisation process was taken by central government, who wrote to local authorities in February formally asking them to submit proposals to create new structures of ‘unitary authorities’ – which is a single tier of local government responsible for all local services in an area.
Businesses, community organisations, influencers and residents are being asked to spread positivity and pride for Mansfield by signing up to become ambassadors for the district. After nearly 12 months in the making, Mansfield District Council and the Mansfield Place Board presented the new Destination Mansfield branding at the launch of one the project’s flagship events, the stunning Gaia art installation at the town’s theatre in April.
Local plan review moves to next step
Work has begun to review Mansfield’s Local Plan, the key strategy document that acts as a blueprint for development in the future. Residents, businesses and visitors had their say on housing and business location plans across Mansfield and Warsop through a consultation in the summer.
Mansfield Museum is considering nominations for individuals, groups, schools, or businesses who are going above and beyond to protect and improve our local environment. A call for nominations was sent out in the summer for
people who may be planting trees, protecting wildlife, or encouraging others to take environmental action.
Bellamy first phase of homes completed
Mansfield District Council’s £7.7m redevelopment scheme on the Bellamy estate will see a total of 22 high quality affordable homes built, to be rented to families on the council’s housing list. Part of the estate’s upgrade is already complete with a new play park and learn-to-ride cycle track opening earlier this year, as well as the new shop
parade.
Shared Prosperity Fund delivers boost
Mansfield businesses and communities have been significantly boosted by government funding. An independent evaluation of the district’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) 2022-25 programme shows it reached over 7,000 people in community activities and helped to create 28 jobs by supporting 98 businesses including 17 start-ups.
Ambitious plans to transform a long-derelict area of Mansfield town centre into social housing have been given the green light. The flagship regeneration scheme on White Hart Street was approved by the council’s planning committee in June.
Simpler Recycling is a government initiative designed to standardise and streamline recycling across England, making
it easier for residents to recycle the same materials regardless of their location. This new approach involves collecting a core set of recyclable materials from households, including paper and card, plastic, glass, and metals (like cans, tins, and foil). There will be three phases in Nottinghamshire, with phase one due to come into force in Mansfield from
1 April 2026.
Council marks 80 anniversary of VJ Day
The people of Mansfield joined Executive Mayor Andy Abrahams and representatives of the Royal British Legion to
commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan (VJ) Day on Friday 15 August.
Christmas closure
Over Christmas and New Year, the council’s opening times and days will differ. We will be closed from 1pm on Wednesday 24 December until Thursday 1 January 2026. For emergencies on closed days, you can contact 01623 463050. For opening times of Mansfield Museum, Palace Theatre, the leisure centres, and the crematorium visit www.mansfield.gov.uk/contactus.
Mansfield celebrates young people with arts and culture
Mansfield is fast becoming a vibrant hub for young people to explore and enjoy arts and culture, thanks to a growing number of exciting schemes and events backed by the council and its partners.
The council has made significant progress in improving standards in supported housing through its Supported Housing
Improvement Project (SHIP). Launched in 2022 with government funding as part of a national pilot involving 26 local authorities, SHIP was introduced ahead of the Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act 2023 to help test and
develop best practice in the sector.
