Local Elections
Local elections will take place on Thursday 7 May 2026 to elect new local councillors in the borough.
Local elections will take place on Thursday 7 May 2026 to elect new local councillors in the borough.
From 1 April 2026, there will be significant changes to how business rates charge is calculated. These changes may affect the amount you pay.
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Information for National Offer Day for secondary school applicants starting in September 2026.
Applying to start primary school 2026. For children born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022.
The application system opens on 1 September 2025.
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National Offer Day for Transfer to Secondary School 2026. Information will be available on the evening on Monday 2 March.
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The application system will open on 1 September 2025.
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