The closing date to apply for a primary school place for September 2025 is midnight on Wednesday 15 January 2025. See Primary school places for more information on how to apply for a place.

Our online payment services and 24 hour telephone payment line will be unavailable on Tuesday 14 January 2025 due to essential system maintenance. You will not be able to make a payment during this time.

A to Z

On our A to Z you will find an alphabetical list of the services and information we offer, as well as some information about key partner organisations. Please click on the letters below to see what options are available.

Benefits advice or help with a benefits appeal

Welfare Rights can help you with queries about your benefits, we can also help and support you to challenge benefit decisions with an appeal.

Find or register as a waste carrier

It is illegal to dispose of commercial or trade (business) waste at a Household Waste Recycling Centre (tip). If your waste is flytipped and is traced back to the owner, you can be prosecuted and fined up to £50,000. Find advice on what you should do to ensure you do not break any laws.

Walking and running

Walking and running are two of the most effective exercises you can do. Why not take advantage of the extensive variety of walking and running opportunities on offer in the county that are suitable for the whole family and for all fitness levels.

Winter service information

Details of our winter services such as gritting, snow clearance and salt bins. Daily weather forecasts, weather warnings and information about road and school closures or other service disruption. Advice to keep warm, keep well and drive safely.