South Derbyshire District Council is recruiting a masterplanner for a rethink of Swadlincote town centre [Deadline: 30 May 2025] The winning team selected for the estimated £65,000 contract will draw up a comprehensive masterplan guiding future land use regeneration opportunities and infrastructure upgrades for the historic mining town located within The National Forest The study will focus on Swadlincote’s civic centre area which is being freed up for redevelopment following the relocation of the settlement’s existing leisure centre and civic offices reflecting local heritage and supporting vibrant town centre activities According to the brief: ‘South Derbyshire District Council is commissioning a comprehensive masterplan for Swadlincote Town Centre to guide future land use ‘The masterplan will focus on the strategic redevelopment of the Civic Centre site following the relocation of the leisure centre and civic offices It will establish a spatial vision and development framework that supports vibrant town centre uses and reflects the area’s heritage and future growth ‘This project will inform the emerging Local Plan review and support long-term economic and environmental sustainability in South Derbyshire.’ Swadlincote is a historic mining town of around 35,000 inhabitants located 8km southeast of Burton Upon Trent. 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You can change your cookie settings at any time Freedom of Information releases and corporate reports Due to the high level of public interest associated with the site the Environment Agency is re-opening the initial public consultation ran between 28 June 2024 and 2 September 2024 R&P Clean Power Limited has applied for the permit to operate an incinerator on Keith Willshee Way The company has also separately applied to Derbyshire County Council for planning The company wants to incinerate up to 230,000 tonnes of non-hazardous waste each year in an incinerator known as an Energy from Waste Facility The proposed facility will incinerate waste to produce energy in the form of electricity Electricity from this process will be exported to the National Grid An environmental permit sets the conditions which R&P Clean Power Limited must meet when operating the proposed incinerator It covers the management and operation of the site and the control and monitoring of emissions Issues that we consider in deciding on the permit are:  The Environment Agency will consult with partner organisations operating hours and traffic management to and from it The Environment Agency can only consider issues covered by the environmental permit and can only refuse a permit application based on technical information in order to build and operate the proposed incinerator the company will need to be granted both planning permission and an environmental permit the company will need to show they are putting in place the necessary measures to meet current standards to protect human health and the environment they must explain how any risks that are identified alongside producing a Fire Prevention Plan the Environment Agency will review all the comments received before reaching a draft decision R&P Clean Power Limited has the right to appeal if the permit is refused If the Environment Agency thinks it is likely to issue the permit it will consult again on the draft permit and draft decision document This means the public will be able comment again if they feel that there is additional information that we have not considered in our decision If you wish to make comments about the application  DE11 9EN, R&P CLEAN POWER LIMITED, EPR/LP3327SK/A001: environmental permit consultation - Environment Agency - Citizen Space If you need help accessing this consultation in another format please contact us by emailing: PSCpublicresponse@environment-agency.gov.uk or calling 03708 506 506 Please use the application number LP3327SK/A001 Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details The Swadlincote and Melbourne-based IVC practice worked with a Great Workplaces by BVA accreditor during the pilot of the new scheme to demonstrate its strengths against an accreditation framework covering four key themes: health and wellbeing culture and learning and development.  the accreditor was particularly impressed by the practice’s strong leadership and management; its emphasis on accommodating flexibility for team members in various forms; a robust teamworking ethos; and a focus on continuous improvement British Veterinary Association President Elizabeth Mullineaux said: “We’re delighted to see Swadlincote Veterinary Centre become the first veterinary workplace to achieve Gold accreditation through Great Workplaces by BVA scheme "Congratulations to the whole practice team for this incredible recognition “Creating positive working environments and targeting areas for improvement are the key to tackling ongoing workforce challenges around recruitment and retention "We hope this first Gold accreditation inspires others to strive towards gaining recognition as workplaces where vet teams thrive.” Clinical Director at Swadlincote Veterinary Centre said: “While we knew the practice was doing well we didn’t go into this process expecting Gold at all "My practice manager and I were just both really keen to get some feedback and to find out what more we could do to help the team “We have several clinical accreditations in the practice but it is the team that are responsible for achieving these and maintaining the high standards "I believe the team should be looked after recognised and rewarded for their hard work and going above and beyond when necessary.  "The team were really pleased when I shared the news "It has certainly been good for team morale and a positive outcome to share with potential new recruits “The accreditation process was a thorough assessment of the practice and our accreditor made us feel all at ease during the interviews.  we have also learnt of areas to develop further over the coming months it was a positive experience for our practice.” www.bva.co.uk/take-action/good-veterinary-workplaces/ PS: Whilst you're here, take a moment to see our latest job opportunities for vets Contact Us | Our Privacy Policy | Cookies | Terms & Conditions Facebook | Linkedin | Instagram | Twitter Learn more about advertising on VetSurgeon.org PLEASE NOTE THIS LEAGUE IS CANCELLED FOR ONE WEEK ON EASTER SUNDAY 20TH APRIL - We return as normal as per fixtures online from Sunday 27th  April In an exhilarating climax to the Swadlincote Sunday 6-a-side Football league the final week saw some impressive performances as teams battled it out in the Premier League and Division 1 Paralympiakos put on an astounding performance securing a landslide 15-0 victory over Boomerangs Wanderers The star of the match and the league's top scorer was lukasz netting an impressive 5 goals for his team Paralympiakos' triumph sealed their position at the top of the Premier League ending the season with 22 points and 10 wins There were also thrilling ties as 6 Men 1 Cup squared off against Mother Munchers Kneel In The Bath Utd and Charv played to a 1-1 stalemate while Vivid FC and Isnt It FC battled it out in a heated match that ended in a 3-3 draw it was a neck and neck battle between Only Put Matip In and Acca For Spaca League Of Nations managed to secure a 6-3 victory over Raami FC Acca For Spaca emerged as the winners of Division 1 with a total of 4 points and a single win Join the Swadlincote Sunday 6 a-side league here or call us at +44 333 123 2340 for more information It was a fantastic evening's football in the Swadlincote Sunday 6 a side league this week with all teams in attendance throughout the night and the new Division One teams playing their first matches too 6 Men 1 Cup dominated the field with a 3-0 victory over Charv Displaying effective teamwork and impressive skill the team moved the ball with precision and intensity leaving their opponents with no chance to counter Kneel In The Bath Utd scraped by with a narrow 1-0 victory against Isnt It FC while Paralympiakos outclassed Mother Munchers with a stunning 4-1 win The league's top scorer for the night was an unnamed player from Paralympiakos Acca For Spaca continued their winning streak with a well-deserved 3-0 win over League Of Nations Their exceptional defensive play and swift counter-attacks left League of Nations scrambling to keep up Only Put Matip In managed to secure a 3-1 victory over Raami FC thanks to some stellar performances and a brace from their top scorer We welcome new team 'Boomerangs Are Back' to the league this week wishing them good luck going into their first fixture on Sunday 13th April Join the Swadlincote Sunday 6 a-side league here or call us at +44 333 123 2340 for more information By NOTICEBOARD · 26 March 2025 A junior football club in Swadlincote are keeping warm during the long season thanks to a sponsorship deal struck with a regional housebuilder Forest Town Rangers U7 Raptors – who play their home matches at Burton Albion FC in the Burton Junior League – have been sponsored by Miller Homes East Midlands providing new tracksuit tops and bottoms for the players to wear to keep warm during the winter months have supported the football club as they launch a brand new team for the 2024/25 season The players will be able to wear the tracksuit set during training sessions and both before matches and at half-time during games throughout the season as well as those players who are substitutes during the games said: “Forest Town Rangers are a brand new football club and so sponsorships such as this one from Miller Homes are absolutely invaluable to the early progress of the club as it develops “Our mission statement as a club is to enable all players to have the chance to play football regardless of ability so this commitment by Miller Homes will allow us to achieve this sales director of Miller Homes East Midlands said: “We are really pleased to see how our sponsorship has helped the players at Forest Town Rangers in the immediate term during the cold winter months how our investment in this early stage of the club’s journey will help them secure longer term success as a group “Our Community Fund has been set up to support groups exactly like Forest Town Rangers and we’re very proud to commit our support to them wishing them well for the remainder of the current season and beyond.” For more information on the Community Fund initiative with Miller Homes, visit: www.millerhomes.co.uk/corporate/community-fund.aspx LoadingDaily Email Updates {{contentTitle}} construction cost consultants and building surveyors Armsons Barlow have completed a project to deliver a new car park in Swadlincote The scheme was undertaken on behalf of South Derbyshire District Council and represents a key part of the town’s broader regeneration project aimed at enhancing local infrastructure and supporting the vitality of local businesses The project involved the demolition and clearance of several abandoned and derelict buildings including the former Banks House and Bretby View The team from main contractor Cawarden stripped the site before creating a new car park with associated drainage The completed free to use car park covers over 2,000m² of tarmac with 54 spaces including eight EV charging points with three of these designed to be extra wide to make them accessible for wheelchair users The car park has been created to serve the town centre ease parking constraints and foster economic activity The project has also introduced a ‘pocket park’ which features a granite path that loops through the site leading to a circular seating area and is planted with over 200 native copper beech trees creating a green space for both residents and visitors to enjoy Armsons Barlow worked alongside structural and civil engineers ABA Consulting Engineers principal designers CJ Consilium Ltd and main contractors Cawarden said: “We are delighted to have completed this significant project in Swadlincote which not only provides essential parking facilities but also enhances the landscape of the town with the addition of attractive green spaces “The successful delivery of this project reinforces our commitment to supporting local communities through sustainable 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TG Green's famous blue and white Cornishware pottery - no self-respecting kitchen would be complete without a smattering of the stuff The kiln still at Sharpe's Pottery is still standing although it is now just used as a visitor centre The Swadlincote area was the perfect home for the pottery industry due to the two natural resources; clay and coal and everyday household kitchenware was a common product to come out of many of the town's potteries Ashby Pottery and Mason and Cash which produced everything to tableware to toilet bowls at one time Vic Halom and Jeff Bourne were all in the same class at Linton Primary School and all went on to have successful careers Halom recalled all three would go to Rodney's house to watch the FA Cup finals as they all dreamt of Possibly the most famous footballer to come out of the Swadlincote area was David Nish The Leicester and Derby star grew up in Measham and attended Ashby Grammar School He went on to play for Leicester City and Derby County and was part of the Division One championship winning side with the Rams The National Forest was first developed in the 1990s and Swadlincote sits at the very heart of it Many of those who were but youngsters in the 90s remember planting their own trees at Swadlincote Woodlands which has now become a picturesque area to be proud of The Conkers centre sits at the heart of the National Forest and visitors come from far and wide to see some of the attractions on offer and enjoy the forest  - and we have all that right on our doorstep If it's a bite to eat you're after there are plenty of great places you can visit for some grub - and there are delicacies from all over the world on offer in Swad From classic English dining at the recently converted Angel Bar and Restaurant to vintage American dishes at the 50s American Diner And from a slice of pizza or bowl of pasta at Italian restaurant chain Prezzo or family-run Montanaro's to a traditional portion of fish and chips from award-winning chippy Only in Swad could you say "Ayup duck aye cannae come tonight cuz it's gerrin black over Bill's motha's" and everyone around you would understand exactly what you meant The town takes a lot of its dialect from Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire and some of our words - nesh (cold) jitty (alleyway) and mardy (grumpy and moody) - are completely unknown to those outside of the Midlands Possibly the most famous of all locomotive designers Sir Nigel Gresley is one of the biggest names to ever come out of the area - having grown up in Netherseal The engineer had a hugely successful career and designed some of the most famous trains to ever travel across the country including the Flying Scotsman - the first train to reach 100mph and the Mallard which still holds the record for being the world's fastest steam locomotive The vast amounts of coal and clay sitting underneath Swadlincote meant the area became known for its collieries The first recorded evidence of mining in the area dates all the way back to the 13th century meaning the history is well and truly entwined in Swadlincote's heritage Some of the colliery wheels still take centre stage across the area including the Pingle Academy and Pennine Way Junior Academy Sharpe's Pottery is believed to be the only surviving sanitaryware works site in the country although it does not operate now but has been transformed into a musuem Sharpe's patented the 'box rim' a new way of flushing the toilet that has several holes around the rim releasing water when flushed It's not just footballers who have made a name for themselves in the sporting world and trained at the Royal Oak pub before tunring professional and taking the title of British Heavyweight Champion in 1969 Woodville's Zach Parker looks set to be following in his footsteps has been making waves in the S9 class of swimming and has taken a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games and bronze at the Rio Paralympic Games in 2016 The Elephant Man or Harry Potter is shown on our screens every Swaddie will tell you that legendary actor John Hurt grew up in Woodville and his father was the vicar of St Stephen's Church there is also director Swadlincote-born Deborah Haywood who released her hit feature film Pin Cushion starring Joanna Scanlan and Isy Suttie nine out of 10 times you tell somebody you're from Swadlincote is that the place with the ski slope; I went there as a kid' It was built on a spoil tip left over from mining in the area and was opened by five-time Olympian and Ski Sunday presenter Graham Bell in 1987 The 160-metre slope was built in the late 80s by local businessman Tony Freeman and the toboggan run was introduced when the site was sold to John Nike in the 1990s It was even used by Olympian Eddie the Eagle in the 80s There is certainly no shortage of events and festivals in Swadlincote Bark in the Park and the Swadlincote Transport Festival are all popular events in the calendar that all take place smack bang in the middle of town Some of the stores that line the High Street are hundreds of years old and are beautiful buildings with their classic designs the new building was the first time most people had seen the flamboyant Art Deco architecture while the old Midlands Co-op building sits on the remains of a circular bottle kiln The town hall is another impressive building It was built in 1861 from money raised by the public Below the clock is the motto 'Time the Avenger' which is thought to have been used by Henry Des Voeux and was involved in a bitter lawsuit and insisted time would avenge him Paramount cars became well known all over the world Two models of the cars were produced; the Paramount Ten and the Paramount 1 and 1/2-Litre Part of the old workshop can still be seen behind Ladbroke's and its showroom was in the area now taken up by Clarks Triumph Motorcycles is owned by Swadlincote man He bought the collapsed Triumph brand in 1983 before investing more than £80 million into rebuilding it The company now produces 46,000 motorcycles people most proud of being from Swadlincote because of the wonderful community spirit in the town Where else could you go and have complete strangers say hello and ask how you are when you walk down through the market on a Tuesday morning Burton Live also often covers stories about local heroes including residents raising thousands of pounds to build an accessible playground for a Newhall schoolgirl has raised more than £100,000 in memory of his wife while Sarah Harrison has helped to install live-saving defibrillators across the town Stuart Bacon thought nothing of braving the ice and snow to get a pregnant woman top hospital when she went into labour early We've got apps for both Android and Apple devices which can be tailored to deliver the news and sport that you're interested in you can sign up for push notifications for Burton by selecting 'discover' and choosing 'Burton' from the 'more topics' list Story SavedYou can find this story in  My Bookmarks.Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right We kicked off Waste less, Save more with a contest to find a test-bed town where we would invest £1m in projects to see what works and what doesn’t. We initiated over 20 trials, ranging from apps that weigh and report on food waste to pioneering school programmes designed to engage young people on the issue. Our aim was to identify which tactics had the biggest impact on reducing food waste, and learn how they could be rolled out in more households. Our work in Swadlincote was carried out in partnership with WRAP who evaluated the trial. Erik Rudaks was 16 when he fatally stabbed 17-year-old Benjamin 13 times in Derbyshire on June 12 Church Gresley has now been named and pictured for the first time Judge Thomas Linden said the case was "as close to murder as it is possible to come without it being murder" Mr Orton was stabbed multiple times and his 20-year-old friend Joe McMullen was stabbed five times in the incident Mr McMullen survived but suffered life-changing injuries Rudaks pierced Mr Orton's lung and heart in the incident next to the Odeon cinema in Wragg Passage - something that led to his death Rudaks can be named and pictured for the first time as he was sentenced on Friday to 12 years for manslaughter Judge Thomas Linden QC told Rudaks on Friday: "This comes as close to murder as it is possible to come without a conviction for murder." The court heard from Benjamin's grieving mum Amanda Taylor-Orton - who said every day she expects to see her son come home and that Rudaks "has stolen his life" In a victim impact statement read to Derby Crown Court she said: "His death still doesn't seem real to me and I still expect him to come home every day "It has had a huge impact on our younger son "He misses Ben helping with his computer and bickering He has not gone to school since he died and fears jitties and alleyways." Derby Crown Court previously heard that Benjamin Mr Orton died in the alleyway despite the best efforts of the emergency services Rudaks had pleaded not guilty to charges of murder He also denied causing grievous bodily harm with intent to Benjamin's friend Following three-and-a-half days of deliberation in December last year the jury found the defendant who stabbed Benjamin not guilty of murder but guilty of manslaughter He was also cleared of a charge of attempted murder and an offence of causing grievous bodily harm with intent He had previously admitted a charge of possessing a knife and he had told the court he stabbed both men but that it was in self defence