Council news

All the latest news from Rutland County Council

To contact our press office, email: communications@rutland.gov.uk

A road closure at the junction between Brooke Road and Cricket Lawns, in Oakham

Extension to Brooke Road Closure

The reopening of Brooke Road in Oakham is to be delayed until 30 November, due to significant issues outside of Burmor Construction Ltd’s control.

1 October 2024

Council to consider new long-term plans to transform local bus services

Our Councillors are to consider ambitious plans that aim to transform local bus services in the coming years – making it easier for more people to use public transport to get around.

25 September 2024

A yellow warning sign with rain falling in the background

Latest flooding information and advice

Information about disruption being caused by heavy rain and localised flooding.

1 October 2024

Someone holding the hands of an elderly person

Dementia Awareness Week 2024

People affected by dementia are being invited to attend a range of sessions in Rutland as part of Dementia Awareness Week 2024.

10 May 2024

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Comment on draft Edith Weston Neighbourhood Plan

You can now submit representations on the draft Neighbourhood Plan for Edith Weston.

10 May 2024

An elderly man speaking to a social care worker

New Adult Social Care Strategy agreed for Rutland

Our new strategy will keep adults safe and make sure they get the right care, in the right place, at the right time.

10 May 2024

Cars in parking bays at Westgate Car Park in Oakham

Changes to parking fees from June

We'll shortly be implementing a change to our on and off-street parking fees.

10 May 2024

Rutland Walking and Cycling Festival returns

Rutland's popular Walking and Cycling Festival is back for another year. Explore all of what Rutland has to offer on foot or by bike.

7 May 2024

A poling station sign outside Oakham Library

Police and Crime Commissioner election results

Rupert Oliver Matthews has been elected as Police and Crime Commissioner for the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland police area.

3 May 2024

Rutland secures Active Travel England funding

Rutland County Council has secured funding from Active Travel England to design local schemes that will provide residents with more choices for active travel such as walking and cycling.

3 May 2024