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Press releases - 2022

Litter pick roadshow set to tour local seaside villages

Rangers from the Environmental Health team at Great Yarmouth Borough Council will be taking their litter picks on tour to highlight the detrimental affect leaving unwanted items and litter can have on people, animals, and the environment.

War memorial anniversary to be marked with April service

The hundredth anniversary of the dedication of Great Yarmouth's war memorial will be marked with a special service in April.

Cup launch kicks off greenest ever season for Hemsby tourism

A reusable cup scheme has been launched today as part of a drive for a Norfolk resort's greenest ever holiday season.

Different Light campaign continues with landmark sign

A high impact, low-energy sign has been launched in Hemsby as part of our See Great Yarmouth in a Different Light campaign.

Upgraded play and social spaces on the way for Middlegate

Work to upgrade play areas and create new exercise and social spaces for residents of Great Yarmouth's Middlegate estate has begun.

Name revealed for biggest council homes project in nearly 20 years

Eighteen new council homes to be built in Great Yarmouth will be named in honour of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

Historic Town Hall opens its doors to celebrate 140th birthday

The rich history of Great Yarmouth's Town Hall will be celebrated next month with events to mark its 140th birthday.

Town Hall hosts celebration of Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee

Residents are invited to a patriotic celebration at Great Yarmouth Town Hall on Saturday 4 June to mark Her Majesty's 70-year reign.

Thousands of Great Yarmouth households to receive energy rebates next week

More than 20,000 households across the borough of Great Yarmouth will receive their £150 energy rebate payments next week.

Grants of up to £10,000 offered to homeowners to help keep homes warm this winter

Great Yarmouth Borough Council and renewable electricity provider E.ON are encouraging eligible residents across the borough to apply for government-funded grants of up to £10,000 per household to fund the installation of energy saving measures in their homes.

Experienced councillor prepares to take up the mantle of Mayor Elect of Great Yarmouth

Following his many roles as a husband, father, grandfather, borough councillor, county councillor, business owner and chef, Cllr Graham Plant is readying himself for his next role as Mayor Elect.

Residents and visitors invited to explore the borough's history as Guided Heritage Walks restart

Residents and visitors to the borough are being invited to stretch their legs and delve into the rich past of Great Yarmouth to explore its history as a seaside resort, fishing port and market town.

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