Changing your community
The Council provides thousands of services that help improve our community. To find a service to help you, browse our A-Z.
Council services that change lives...
Last year we dealt with 3,899 complaints about pest infestation. Find out more
We dealt with 1,500 noise complaints. Find out more
We installed or replaced 120 litter bins. Find out more
We cleared 251 dumped-vehicles. Find out more
We tackled 1,236 cases of fly tipping. Find out more
We investigated 235 reported cases of dog fouling. Find out more
We supplied 1,750 ‘Buy with Confidence’ directories protecting residents from rogue traders. Find out more
We ensured 50 outlets were not selling alcohol or cigarettes to underage children. Find out more
We safety-tested 200 electric blankets for older people. Find out more
We maintained 50 play areas to help kids keep fit and active. Find out more
We maintained nine formal parks for your enjoyment, which cover approximately 50 hectares. Find out more
We maintained 1,900km of rights of way and footways to help you keep fit, enjoy the countryside, visit friends or get to work Find out more
We gave 170 local businesses legal advice. Find out more
We provided Walking Bus and Park and Stride initiatives that helped pupils and parents at 20 schools keep fit and safe. Find out more
We provided more than 1,000 people with Council allotments. Find out more
Please contact Council Connect for help and advice on a wide range of community issues, such as waste, roads, planning, and libraries.