Latest news from the Borough Council and our partners
Search results
Hemsby stakeholder group meets to discuss next steps around ongoing erosion of dunes

The Hemsby stakeholder group met this week to discuss support for those affected by erosion, maintaining access to the beach and keeping the area safe for residents and visitors.
Great Yarmouth Borough Council wins awards for dog warden and kennelling services

Great Yarmouth Borough Council has been recognised with prestigious RSPCA awards for the quality of its dog warden and kennelling services.
Visit Great Yarmouth Festival bowled over by success of annual competition

Organisers of one of the country's longest-running annual bowls competitions say they are delighted after the successful conclusion of the 78th edition.
Great Yarmouth Borough Council's cabinet to consider future of Banksy artworks
Great Yarmouth Borough Council's cabinet is to consider the future of two Banksy artworks in the borough which were created as part of his so-called Great British Spraycation in 2021.
Great Yarmouth Borough Council's cabinet considers plan for taskforce to tackle anti-social behaviour and fly-tipping

Great Yarmouth Borough Council's cabinet is set to vote on an ambitious plan for a new taskforce to target anti-social behaviour and street cleaning.
Joint statement: Six councils submit joint vision to strengthen Local Government services in Norfolk

Six district councils have today submitted to Government their strong, shared vision for the future of Local Government in Norfolk, which aims to ensure decisions about local services are taken closer to communities and tailored to local needs.
People enjoy tours of Winter Gardens for Heritage Open Days festival

People enjoyed three days of guided tours at Great Yarmouth's Winter Gardens as part of this year's Heritage Open Days (HODs) festival.
Great Yarmouth Borough Council backs Future Norfolk proposal for three new councils for county

Great Yarmouth Borough councillors have voted to endorse a proposal for three new unitary councils for Norfolk as part of the Government's plan for local government reorganisation.
Great Yarmouth man handed £1,000 fixed penalty after he admits fly-tipping in town

A Great Yarmouth man has been hit with a £1,000 fixed penalty notice after he admitted dumping waste in the town.
Seven appear in court after breaches of Great Yarmouth's new anti-social behaviour order

Seven people have appeared in court after being charged with breaching Great Yarmouth's new Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO).
Major improvements unveiled at Southtown Common Recreation Ground

Major improvements to the leisure and sports facilities at Southtown Common Recreation Ground in Great Yarmouth are nearing completion
Three new local councils will better serve the people, places and future of Norfolk

A partnership of six local councils has published a shared proposal which, if implemented, would see the creation of three new unitary authorities in Norfolk
Great Yarmouth's two-day market to move to northern end of Market Place

Great Yarmouth's two-day market is to return to its historic site on the north side of the Market Place following the completion of major improvement works.
Your chance to learn more about the fascinating history of Great Yarmouth

People have the opportunity to discover more about the borough's fascinating history at a new series of winter talks offered by Great Yarmouth Heritage Guides.
Great Yarmouth Borough Council's cabinet to consider sale of Gorleston's Ocean Room

Members of Great Yarmouth Borough Council's cabinet are to debate the sale of the Ocean Room following agreement in March to market the freehold of the building for sale.
Great Yarmouth Borough Council appoints main contractor for Winter Gardens restoration

Great Yarmouth Borough Council has appointed VINCI Building as the main contractor for the first phase of work for the restoration of the town's iconic Winter Gardens.
Woman sentenced after animal cruelty case brought by Great Yarmouth Borough Council

A woman has been handed a suspended prison sentence after an animal cruelty case brought by Great Yarmouth Borough Council.
People urged to provide feedback on proposed Selective Licensing Scheme as deadline approaches

Great Yarmouth Borough Council is urging people to contribute feedback on proposals to license privately rented properties in the town.