Broadland District Council9 Jul 2025Councils draft in AI for routine public queriesThe local authorities hope it will create a smoother process, but some fear it will be "irritating".9 Jul 20259 Jul 2025New rule set to ban dogs from Broadland play areasRestricting access to play areas protects the public on safety and hygiene grounds, a council says.9 Jul 20259 Jul 2025School told to limit use of 'noisy' heat pumpsThe Planning Inspectorate turns down an appeal to run the heat pumps 24 hours a day, due to noise.9 Jul 202516 May 2025Reform UK wins first council seat in BroadlandThe party takes a third of the vote, following the resignation of a Conservative councillor last month.16 May 202523 Apr 2025Solar farm approved despite oppositionObjectors are worried about losing agricultural land.23 Apr 202515 Apr 2025Domestic violence 'driving factor' in homelessnessA council is being advised to spend £3.4m on buying homes so it has more temporary accommodation.15 Apr 202514 Apr 2025Solar farm set for approval despite objectionsA report to councillors recommends giving the go-ahead to the plans for the site near Reepham.14 Apr 202513 Apr 2025Plans submitted for 40 new homes in villageThe homes will be two-storey and four will be bungalows, says the developer.13 Apr 202511 Apr 2025Council favours three more years of dog poo finesDog walkers tell the BBC they are in favour of fining people £100 for not picking up the mess.11 Apr 2025...
