Stuart Yates

29/05/2026

🚐 Calling all tenants in Barrow Hill, Duckmanton and Dunston – our tenant engagement team will be visiting the local area next week to answer any questions you may have.

Come along and speak to the team at the following times:

Tuesday 2 June

• Barrow Hill – Brooks Road: 10am to 10.45am
• Duckmanton – North Crescent: 11am to 11.45am

Wednesday 3 June
• Dunston – Cordwell Ave (near Baines Wood Close): 10am to 10.45am
• Dunston – Cobnar Drive (near Monkwood Road): 11am to 11.45am

Check out the dates for when the team is next in your local area at: https://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/housing/information-for-tenants-and-leaseholders/get-involved/tenant-engagement-what-s-on/

22/05/2026

22/05/2026

Visiting the new-look National Painting and Decorating Show this June?

Stop by the PDA Skills Hub for a ‘live action’ glimpse into the time, effort and precision demanded of entrants to our annual apprentice competitions.

❝We have four apprentices who will demonstrate the level of work they are expected to produce under competition conditions, illustrating their ability to paint under pressure and complete a complex challenge within a set time limit.❞ – PDA Chief Executive Neil Ogilvie.

Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/2dwrmump

Don't forget to visit Stand G34 and chat with our friendly team about how the PDA can support you.

22/05/2026

Big news for Chesterfield’s rail sector 🚆

The Derbyshire Rail Industry Innovation Vehicle (DRIIVe), located next to Barrow Hill Roundhouse Railway Centre, is now complete and set to open later this year.

DRIIVe will create new jobs, training and research opportunities for the rail industry, including modern classrooms, a digital lab and commercial workshop space.

Councillor Tricia Gilby, Leader of Chesterfield Borough Council, said:

“It’s fantastic to see work on the construction of DRIIVe now complete. Its delivery strengthens Chesterfield’s position within the rail sector."

DRIIVe will also provide a base for rail supply chain businesses, supporting collaboration and innovation.

Read more on the development: https://www.chesterfield.co.uk/developments/staveley/staveley-town-deal-projects/driive/

22/05/2026

22/05/2026

📅 Apprenticeships and future career options explained

The Apprenticeship and Technical Education Information Event will explore career opportunities across the construction, manufacturing and engineering, and health and social care sectors, highlighting the different roles available and the skills employers are looking for.

With a focus on post 16 and post 18 options, the event will cover apprenticeships, technical education and on the job training, giving young people practical insight into their next steps after school.

During the first hour of the event, attendees will see presentations and panellist discussions - where we will bust myths around apprenticeships and provide general information.

The event is free to attend, no booking is needed, and parents, carers and young people are all encouraged to come along.

Refreshments will be provided.

📅10 June
📍 Speedwell Rooms, Staveley
⏰ The event will start at 6pm.

Find out more: www.chesterfield.gov.uk/events/apprenticeship-and-technical-education-information-event/

21/05/2026

🥂 Chesterfield’s Best Bar None scheme has been crowned ‘Best Town Scheme’ at the National Best Bar None Awards 2026, celebrating the significant progress made to enhance safety, raise standards, and support well managed venues throughout the town.

Find out more: https://chesterfield.gov.uk/latest-news/best-bar-none-scheme-picks-up-national-award/

21/05/2026

19/05/2026