❗ Herring Bridge in Great Yarmouth will be raised for around one hour today (Saturday 11 May) at 13:00 to allow a tug towing a large barge to come into the port.

The bridge will be closed during this operation so if travelling please use an alternate route.

We're asking residents in Great Yarmouth and beyond for their views on our proposals to speed up bus journeys and improve traffic flow along Southtown Road.
View the proposals and complete our online survey at orlo.uk/K2Sx1
The consultation is live until Tuesday 28 May.

The Safe & Secure Award: for outstanding contribution towards keeping children and young people safe from harm.

Nominate people, projects teams for a Flourish Award at orlo.uk/flourish_award… by Friday 24 May.

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We’re putting plans in place to deliver a £600 million-plus boost for Norfolk, if the final part of our devolution deal is approved by councillors in July.
The deal will enable decisions to be taken on jobs, skills, housing and transport. orlo.uk/article_8IuB0

🚘⛔More parents are taking to the streets to get more kids active, keep children safe and tackle air pollution! 🌬️

Listen to the latest #CarbonCopyPod to learn how parents and staff at Robert Kett Primary School in Norfolk worked with Sustrans and Norfolk County Council to tackle these…

We’re consulting on our adult social care non-residential care charging policy.

As part of this public consultation, we are running a series of events around Norfolk so people can come to chat to us about the proposed changes.

Find out more orlo.uk/have_your_say_…

Explore endless opportunities with road rule mastery! 'Slow Down' - never run across the road even if you think there is time. #SafeAdventures .

More here: orlo.uk/KjcH4

Cabinet has agreed to commence planning for the council's 2025/26 budget, which has a savings target of £44.7 million, due to rising demand and rising costs. Proposals will be developed and put forward in October. The council will continue to press the Government for multi-year…

Cabinet has backed the council's latest climate action plans, which range from transport improvements to developing a sustainable industry using seaweed.

Cabinet has backed the council's delivery plan, which looks at its performance and its priorities for the next year. You can read highlights and a link to the report at norfolk.gov.uk, later today.

The cabinet meets at 10am today to discuss a range of issues, including the council's performance and priorities, budget planning and climate action reports. You can watch online, live or afterwards, at youtube.com/channel/UCdyUr…

The Opportunity Award: for outstanding contribution towards ensuring children and young people can access a wide range of opportunities which nurture their interests and talents.

Visit orlo.uk/flourish_award… before Friday 24 May to make a nomination.

#FlourishAwards2024

Supporting and celebrating the contribution of Norfolk's volunteers is this year's theme chosen by the new chair of the county council, Councillor Stuart Dark. norfolk.gov.uk/article/58622/…

Ever thought of having a go at home composting? 🍓🥕🥦
It’s #CompostAwarenessWeek so now is the perfect time to get started orlo.uk/compost_AEX2W
We’ve teamed up with GetComposting.com to offer cut price compost bins. Prices start from £15 and they're buy one get one half price!

We’re counting down to this year’s #CreativityandWellbeingWeek which kicks off on 20 May.🎨
Our libraries, adult learning, museums and record office all have events on offer, as well as Norwich Theatre and Norfolk & Norwich Festival
Search the full listings and book here
orlo.uk/creativity_and…

Sadly, our Norfolk trainees didn't enjoy such good weather on their environment day - but they still a great session Norfolk County Council The Julian Teaching School Hub #ITT #PGCE

🔊 Travel Update: We're pleased to announce that work on the final phase of improvements to Heartsease Fiveways roundabout in Norwich is finished, with all roads in the area now reopened.

Find more information here: orlo.uk/Heartsease_5ly…

The Learning Award: for outstanding contribution towards helping young people achieve their full potential and develop skills which prepare them for life.

Nominate people, projects and teams for a Flourish Award at orlo.uk/flourish_award… by Friday 24 May.

#FlourishAwards2024