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Press releases - 2024 and 2023

Local restaurant closed following failed inspection

A town restaurant and takeaway has been closed after an inspection by Great Yarmouth Borough Council revealed a cockroach infestation.

RSPCA gold award for council's dog warden services

Great Yarmouth Borough Council has been recognised by the RSPCA with a gold award for its stray dogs services in the charity's annual PawPrints Awards scheme.

Comments invited on the final draft Open Space Planning Document

Great Yarmouth Borough Council is asking people to provide feedback on the final draft of its Open Space Supplementary Planning Document (SPD).

Great Yarmouth Town Centre prepares to host Christmas Market

Great Yarmouth's three-day Christmas spectacular will start at midday on Friday, December 2, at Brewery Plain Car Park. The market will then be open from 10am until 4pm on both Saturday and Sunday.

Roads Minister visits Great Yarmouth to see new noise camera

The deputy leader of Great Yarmouth Borough Council today met Roads Minister Richard Holden during his visit to the town.

Young people take part in Winter Gardens community project

As part of community consultation work around an ambitious project to restore the Winter Gardens, Great Yarmouth Borough Council has been engaging with young people to find out what students would like to see as part of the exciting regeneration scheme.

Recycle your tree for a greener Christmas

Environmental Rangers at Great Yarmouth Borough Council are encouraging residents to recycle their Christmas trees after the festive period if they no longer want them.

Travel through time and explore Great Yarmouth's history with the town's ghost signs

Thanks to public feedback, a walking trail to highlight some of the tremendous 'ghost signs' in the town centre has successfully launched.

Mayor of Great Yarmouth hosts Beetle Drive to raise charity funds

The mayor of Great Yarmouth, Cllr Graham Plant, is set to host a Beetle Drive on Friday, February 10, at Town Hall to raise vital funds for his chosen local charities.

Great Yarmouth's most iconic buildings light up for festive period

Seven of Great Yarmouth's most iconic buildings will be having festive light ups for the upcoming Christmas holiday.

Closure Order granted by court to safeguard community

Great Yarmouth Borough Council has successfully secured a Closure Order at a property in the town following serious incidents of anti-social behaviour, which included two separate fires within the building.

Town Hall prepares to host local suppliers at Wedding Fayre

Great Yarmouth Borough Council's events team has gathered some of the best local suppliers to inspire couples to help plan their wedding.