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Council reports greater progress on journey to financial stability

3 June 2026

The Council continues its journey to achieve greater financial stability, reporting an underspend of £4 million and at the end of the 2025/2026, with 100% of its savings target met.

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New Mayor of Derby elected

20 May 2026

Councillor Jon Smale has been voted as the new Mayor of the City of Derby, with Councillor Richard Hudson voted as Deputy Mayor.

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Cabinet changes announced at AGM

20 May 2026

Councillor Nadine Peatfield, Leader of Derby City Council, announced some changes to Cabinet at the Council’s Annual General Meeting today, Wednesday 20 May.

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AGM underlines Cabinet’s commitment to deliver a Derby to be proud of

20 May 2026

Councillor Nadine Peatfield, Leader of Derby City Council reflected on a year that has delivered financial stability for the city.

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Multi-million pound investment opportunity to be considered by Cabinet

6 May 2026

Derby City Council is working with East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) to develop a new investment programme for the city.

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Regional fostering partnership to be strengthened under national reforms

6 May 2026

Derby City Council is set to join a new national programme that will bring more of the fostering process under a shared regional model.

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Launch of Derby’s 50:50 celebrations: Free city festival of culture and creativity

5 May 2026

Osnabruck Day in Derby will take place on Saturday 6 June.

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Key civic ceremony will see new Mayor of Derby elected

30 April 2026

Derby’s new Mayor will be elected on Wednesday 20 May, ahead of the Council’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), marking one of the most important dates in the civic calendar.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves with members of Team Derby

Chancellor joins city leaders as Team Derby launches with £10m backing

30 April 2026

Chancellor Rachel Reeves joined Derby leaders, major employers and community partners for the launch of Team Derby, a new partnership backed by £10 million of investment.

Interim Chief Executive named for Derby City Council

21 April 2026

Derby City Council has announced Sam Dennis as their new Interim Chief Executive following the resignation of Chief Executive Paul Simpson.

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