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Friday, May 17

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Working together to help people live well with dementia

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This week is Dementia Action Week and local organisations across Coventry and Warwickshire came together to raise awareness of the disease and the support available.

Thursday, May 16

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Coventry leads the way: City at heart of national campaign to encourage greener communities

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Coventry’s sustainability ambitions are at the heart of a new nationwide campaign by E.ON – highlighted as an example of how communities can move towards creating a greener, more prosperous economy.

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Finding a purpose in life at Coventry Dementia Partnership Hub

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Dementia Action Week is an annual awareness-raising campaign, with the Alzheimer’s Society working to encourage people to act on dementia

Monday, May 13

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New electoral arrangements for Coventry

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The Local Government Boundary Commission for England (LGCBE) has been reviewing Coventry to make sure that the current electoral system works best for the city.

Friday, May 10

13

Dementia Action Week – 13 – 19 May

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Dementia Action Week is an annual awareness-raising campaign, with the Alzheimer’s Society working to encourage people to act on dementia.

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Free event in Broadgate to mark Mental Health Awareness Week

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This Tuesday (14 May), a free event to help people move more for their mental health is taking place at Broadgate, Coventry.

Wednesday, May 8

13

Special education school development reaches key milestone

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An ambitious plan to create much-needed additional specialist school provision in Coventry is set to take another step forward.

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Coventry City Council appointed by Arts Council England to lead the new regional Music Hub

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From September 2024, budding musicians across Coventry, Warwickshire and Solihull will benefit from access to a new regional music hub.

Election for Radford Ward to take place on 20 June

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Following the sad death of one of the candidates, the planned election for Radford Ward on 2 May was postponed. It has now been announced that the by-election will take place on 20 June.

Friday, May 3

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Council staff work together election night success

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Over a thousand people came together this last week to deliver another successful election.

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Child Friendly Cov launches Safe Spaces Project to enhance safety for Coventry's youth

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Child Friendly Cov, in collaboration with West Midlands Police, is proud to announce the launch of the Safe Spaces project.

Thursday, May 2

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Coventry food business fined following metal scourer wires found in takeaway meal

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A Coventry food business operator has been fined a total of £4049.41 after pleading guilty to food hygiene offences.

Tuesday, Apr 30

16

Radford ward election postponed

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A vote to elect a city councillor to represent Radford ward in Coventry has been postponed following the death of one of the candidates.

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Coventry food business fined for cockroach infestation

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A Coventry food business has been fined a total of £6,326.34 after pleading guilty to food hygiene offences.

Friday, Apr 26

11

Free baby scan pictures for eligible parents-to-be in Coventry with Go CV+

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Welcoming a new addition to the family is an exciting journey, and Coventry Start For Life is enhancing the experience for eligible parents-to-be by offering a special opportunity.

Thursday, Apr 25

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Happy first birthday to Child Friendly Cov!

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A celebration event was held to mark the first birthday of the Child Friendly Cov initiative.

Tuesday, Apr 23

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Council work to reunite children leaving care with their families highlighted at Parliament

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Coventry’s work on reunification and helping more children return home from care was highlighted at Parliament last week.

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Store ordered to close in Council crackdown on illegal cigarettes

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A Coventry store has been ordered to close its doors for three months after a Council investigation revealed the continuing sale of illegal tobacco products and vapes.

Friday, Apr 19

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Coventry Building Society announced as Coventry Chargers headline sponsor ahead of first games

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Coventry’s newest semi-professional sports team, Coventry Chargers, are set to play in their first ever game when the British Kabaddi League (BKL) takes place in Wolverhampton this weekend.

Thursday, Apr 18

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The latest CCC news update is out now!

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The newsletter has all the latest updates from the Communications Team.

Wednesday, Apr 17

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'Kids’ success story continues

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The success of the Channel 4 series Kids that focused on young Coventry care leavers and the teams who help and support them, was recognised at a national TV Awards.

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Shared Lives family counts down to FA Cup Wembley outing

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A family that has come together as part of a Council adult social care scheme are putting the flags out as they gear up for this weekend’s FA Cup outing against Man Utd.

Tuesday, Apr 16

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Coventry Extended Learning Centre goes from strength to new strength!

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Following an OFSTED visit in June 2022, which identified that the new leader had a clear vision, Coventry Extended Learning Centre (CELC) has been on a significant improvement journey.

Monday, Apr 15

13

Taking steps to improve Council procurement policies

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As part of the our continued efforts to improve procurement policies and processes, we are encouraging businesses to complete our annual survey.

Friday, Apr 12

19

Godiva Festival's battle of the bands competition returns for 2024

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This year’s competition will give some of Coventry and Warwickshire’s rising musical talents the opportunity to perform at the city’s flagship festival.

Wednesday, Apr 10

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Two days of celebrations set to bring Broadgate to life for St George’s Day

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Broadgate will be turned into the home of mythical dragons and traditional entertainment as the city celebrates St George’s Day later this month with free family-friendly events.

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Godiva Festival announces major sponsorship with E.ON Next

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Coventry City Council is delighted to announce that E.ON Next is the new major sponsor of Godiva Festival.

Thursday, Apr 4

18

The latest CCC news update is out now!

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The newsletter has all the latest updates from the Council's Communications Team.

Wednesday, Mar 27

17

Introducing Greenpower Park

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Plans to place Britain at the epicentre of the green industrial revolution have taken a significant leap forward with the launch of Greenpower Park.

Tuesday, Mar 26

15

Updating the Council’s telephone system

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On Wednesday 27 March during the morning, the phone lines to the Council’s customer services, council tax, benefits, adult social care, Blue Badge, housing and maintenance services will be out of use.