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November 28, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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Cambridge City Council and South #Cambridgeshire District Council want to create a Greater Cambridge unitary authority under the government's reorganisation plans- but some other councils have different ideas

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Unitary authority for Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire earns councils’ support
Find out what each council backs under reorganisation plans.
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November 28, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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Populism does not solve our problems. It just offers a simple, convenient story.

In an opinion piece for @cambridgeindy.bsky.social, Cambridge for Europe committee member Camilla Cucinotta calls for us to reject the scapegoating of migrants by those seeking to divide and weaken our society.
Camilla Cucinotta letter in Cambridge Independent. Part 1. Camilla Cucinotta letter in Cambridge Independent. Part 2. Camilla Cucinotta letter in Cambridge Independent. Part 3. Camilla Cucinotta letter in Cambridge Independent. Part 4.
November 28, 2025 at 8:57 AM
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In @cambridgeindy.bsky.social this week
Picture of Sir Parth Dasgupta planting Coton Loved Pollinator Sycamore Gap Tree of Hope sapling in Coton Orchard for start of Tree Week. Behind him are members of the campaign to save coton orchard and other community groups.
November 27, 2025 at 6:48 AM
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"Politicians must be bold and back the bus at every turn". That's the core message of our opinion piece in today's @cambridgeindy.bsky.social.

We discuss how buses could be improved so they become the natural first choice to make a journey.

The paper is on sale in newsagents and online.
A clipping from a newspaper. The text reads 'Sarah Hughes, Cambridgeshire Sustainable Travel Alliance. Opinion. Politicians must be bold and back the bus all the way. There are then two columns of newspaper text with a picture of a bus gate and bus in between.
November 26, 2025 at 2:22 PM
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Restrictions on Coldhams Lane have been cited as a way of reducing the impact of the city’s growth plans and got a mention in a public inquiry.
Yet confusion reigns over their inclusion as the council says it has “no current plans” for a modal filter.
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Could Coldhams Lane be next for vehicle restrictions?
A modal filter on the bridge over the railway at Coldhams Lane is listed among the mitigation measures for housing growth in the city.
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November 28, 2025 at 9:31 AM
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John Cleese, John Suchet, Nicola Sturgeon and more feature in #Cambridge Literary Festival’s winter edition

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Talks from John Cleese, John Suchet, Nicola Sturgeon and more light up Cambridge Literary Festival’s winter edition 2025
The next Literary Festival takes place in April 2026.
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November 27, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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Growth in Cambridge will be expected to fund a new railway station in the east of the city, according to rail minister Lord Peter Hendy.
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Rail minister: City growth must fund Cambridge East station
Lord Peter Hendy visited the city to hear about the East West Rail Company’s (EWR Co) plans for the region.
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November 27, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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Bringing up the curtain on a new era at the @artstheatrecamb.bsky.social following its extensive redevelopment will be this year’s pantomime, Sleeping Beauty
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‘Sleeping Beauty’ marks return of Cambridge Arts Theatre
The new pantomime stars Daisy Twells, Steven Roberts and Matt Crosby.
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November 27, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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And here is the verdict on the #Budget from MP @iansollom.bsky.social

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Opinion: Liberal Democrat MP Ian Sollom says Chancellor’s Autumn Budget is a disappointment
The MP for St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire says it was a golden opportunity missed.
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November 26, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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Here's what the #Cambridge region made of Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ #Budget, including reaction from our MPs

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November 26, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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Plus: Is Coldhams Lane next in line for traffic restrictions? #Cambridge Science Park revamp. Petition on IB funding goes to No 10. Wimpole's stunning light trail. Panto marks
@artstheatrecamb.bsky.social reopening. @lewisherbert.bsky.social's pandemic diary & novelists' concerns over #AI
paulbrackleyci.bsky.social Paul Brackley @paulbrackleyci.bsky.social · 2d
In @cambridgeindy.bsky.social the closing arguments in #Cambourne to #Cambridge busway inquiry, a feature on new reservoir plans & why we could face 2026 drought, Sir Ed Davey on @arthurrankhospice.bsky.social funding & we talk to rail minister about Cambridge East station plans
Cambridge Independent front page 26-11-25
November 26, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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Contractors have removed wires from a newly-installed dead wood habitat in Cambridge after concerns were raised.
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Why contractors had to think again after installing bizarre dead wood feature in Cambridge park
The habitat is part of the authority’s environmental improvement programme.
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November 26, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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East Anglian Air Ambulance has applied for a new airbase as it is currently based at Cambridge Airport, which Marshall plans to close in the coming years

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East Anglian Air Ambulance applies for new airbase amid Cambridge Airport closure plans
Charity wants to open new site in Fulbourn.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:44 PM
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Burglars stole a safe and smashed slot machines at the Royal British Legion club in #Histon

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Burglars steal safe and smash slot machines at Royal British Legion club
Detectives are appealing for witnesses.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Masked ram-raiders stole a safe from a Bar Hill bookmakers

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Masked ram-raiders steal safe from Bar Hill bookmakers
Police were called just after 10pm.
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November 24, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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£80m plans for North #Cambridge - including Arbury Court and Kingsway - are now out for consultation

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Chance to have a say on £80m plans for North Cambridge
More than 400 homes could be built and Arbury Court shopping and community facilities developed.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:55 AM
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Here's our gallery from the Christmas in #Cambridge attraction on Parker's Piece: www.cambridgeindependent.co.uk/whats-on/in-...
In pictures: Christmas in Cambridge is a winter wonderland
New attractions this year include dodgems and a larger Christmas tipi.
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November 23, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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Can the Greens win #Cambridge? @philrodgers.co.uk analyses their prospects...

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Phil Rodgers: Can the Greens win Cambridge? They’ve moved from ‘no’ into ‘maybe’ territory
Our political correspondent, Phil Rodgers, says there is some way to go to the next General Election but the Greens are firmly in ‘maybe’ territory.
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November 22, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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Plans to redevelop the Abbey stadium have been halted by @cambridgeutdfc.bsky.social - and the co-owner says a new ground is a more sensible financial option

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‘We should be open-minded about potential relocation’ says Cambridge co-owner
Cambridge United co-owner Paul Barry has told supporters their long-term future seems certain to be away from the Abbey.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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Passengers have been warned of further delays on the #Cambridgeshire guided busway during the installation of safety fencing

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Commuters warned of further delays on guided busway during safety fence work
Some buses will be diverted during the works.
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November 21, 2025 at 10:15 AM
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Here are the Christmas fairs to choose from in and around #Cambridge, #Ely and South #Cambridgeshire

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Christmas fair options in and around Cambridge
The events should help get you in the festive spirit.
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November 20, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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Here are some verdicts on the latest #EastWestRail proposals for a new #Cambridge East railway station and another entrance for the main station

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Five verdicts on East West Rail plans for new Cambridge East station
The multi-billion pound project aims to connect Cambridge and Oxford.
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November 20, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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A two-year extension of Voi's e-scooter and e-bike trial in #Cambridge is on the cards - but there are calls to solve parking issues

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Two-year extension of e-scooter and e-bike trial in Cambridge backed - but calls to solve parking issues
Final decision will be taken by Combined Authority board.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:22 AM
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A drop-in event is taking place today to discuss redevelopment plans for Stanton House in #Cambridge

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Drop-in event over redevelopment plans for Stanton House in Cambridge
Cambridge City Council moved residents out of the ageing buildings at Stanton House in June 2024.
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November 19, 2025 at 3:22 PM