THE government has announced that MOT tests are to be suspended for six months - though it will not come into force until 30 March.
Drivers with an expiring MoT before Monday, who need to use their vehicle, will need to get their vehicle tested to stay legal on the road.
By Graham Hill
25th Mar 2020 | Local News
Swadlincote Safer Neighbourhood Team says there is fruit and veg stall open on Wednesday and going 'above and beyond' at The Delph.
But the Team also points out that social distancing must be observed under current Coronavirus guidelines.
By Graham Hill
24th Mar 2020 | Local News
Newhall's waste and recycling tip has been closed as councils battle to maintain regular bin collections.
Derbyshire County Council and Derby City Council have announced that all 10 of the household waste and recycling centres have now been shut down due to Government guidance around social distancing and self-isolation to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 virus.
By Graham Hill
24th Mar 2020 | Local News
Derbyshire Police have emphasised the new Coronavirus measures inrtroduced by the Government to combat the spread of the disease.
They want people in the Swadlincote area to be fully aware of what is needed now.
By Graham Hill
24th Mar 2020 | Local News
Swadlincote Surgery has issued a warning about 'an unhelpful and misleading message' on social media.
The message says that 'rescue medication' is available from your GP if you have a respiratory condition.
By Graham Hill
24th Mar 2020 | Local News
A South Derbyshire councillor and children's safeguarding expert says vital signs of child abuse may go "unnoticed" due to schools being closed to most pupils.
Cllr Melanie Bridgen, a member of South Derbyshire District Council representing Linton, and also a partner and solicitor at law firm Nelsons, says we must all keep our eyes and ears open for potential child abuse.
By Graham Hill
23rd Mar 2020 | Local News
South Derbyshire District Council's civic offices in Swadlincote have been closed to the public.
The move has been made due to the continuing Coronavirus outbreak.
By Graham Hill
23rd Mar 2020 | Local News
Costa Coffee is temporarily closing all of its stores from Monday evening which will include their Swadlincote outlet in The Hepworth Retail Park
It is the latest big name chain to shut its doors following McDonald's decision close by 7pm this evening due to the Coronavirus outbreak.
By Graham Hill
22nd Mar 2020 | Local News
McDonald's in Swadlincote will close by 7pm on Monday.
All the fast-food chain's restaurants in the UK and Ireland are shutting as a result of the coronavirus outbreak.
By Graham Hill
21st Mar 2020 | Local News
Arriva Buses have announced changes to bus services in the Swadlincote Area from Monday.
The 29 and 29A Burton-Leicester-Burton services which connect Ashby, Coalville and Swadlincote are affected.
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