Ever heard of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund? Watch the video to discover how it’s already supporting – and will continue to support – economic development and growth here in Breckland. 📈 If you run a business in Breckland, find out what support is currently available: 🔗 https://loom.ly/aEzJjIg

📱 E-billing lets you access your Council Tax bill online any time or place. 🍃 Going paperless is better for the environment, too! 👉 https://loom.ly/8fs-mbk

👩‍🏫👨‍🏭 Nearly 300 students from Norwich Road, Glade, Drake, Bishop’s, Admirals and Queensway Primary Schools got a behind-the-scenes look at some of Thetford’s amazing manufacturers for National Manufacturing Day 2025! Here is Cllr Sarah Suggitt, Breckland’s Deputy Leader, to tell us more 👇

💼🌱 Supporting Breckland’s rural businesses This week at Cabinet, Cllr Paul Claussen proudly spoke on the impact of our Rural Business Grants, funded through the Rural England Prosperity Fund & UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Find out more about the support we provide 👉 https://loom.ly/B8KyYzQ

📣 Received a message from us about the electoral register? All you need to do is follow the instructions so we know you’re registered and ready to vote. 📖 Find out more: https://loom.ly/ssBk0mI

🏭 We're proud to be supporting National Manufacturing Day 2025. Today, we will be showing school pupils around manufacturing businesses in Thetford, enabling them to discover potential career opportunities in the sector. Find out more 👉 https://loom.ly/FVunfLY.

📣 Thetford Castle District Results 📣 Grahame Middleton of Reform UK is duly elected to to Breckland Council for the Thetford Castle Ward.

⏰ ONE HOUR TO GO! 🦌 Poles close for Breckland Council's Thetford Castle ward at 10pm. 👤 Don't forget, you'll need to show a form of accepted photo ID in order to vote. #Vote #LocalElections #ByElections

Attention shop owners! 🛍️ Breckland is offering a Shopfront Repair & Redecoration Grant. Eligible works include repairs, re-pointing, and new awnings. Don't miss this chance to upgrade! 💰 👉 https://loom.ly/q0yG0Vc. Funded by the Government's UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).

🗳️ Polls for today's by-election are open and will close at 10pm. 🦌 These by-elections are for Breckland Council's Thetford Castle ward. 👤 Don't forget, you'll need to show a form of accepted photo ID in order to vote. #Vote #LocalElections #ByElections

🎉 Breckland is delighted to support Bowles & Walker with Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF) grants! 💉 Bowles & Walker is a plastic injection moulder located in Watton. 💰 Funding has supported the purchase of lifting gear and new moulding equipment, plus the optimisation of solar panels.

📣 Men's Mental Health Workshop, 9:30am - 2:30pm, 25 Sept, Norfolk Room, Elizabeth House, Dereham. 📣 Good Practice Mentors Workshop, 10am - 3:30pm, 7 Oct, Anglia Room, Elizabeth House, Dereham. If you are a member of a community group or business in Breckland, reserve 👉 https://loom.ly/HVyG3fI

🔎Looking for some activities or events to do? You can check out the latest community events happening near you here ➡️ visit https://loom.ly/EaX2lhw

🚗 We’re in talks with Dereham, Swaffham, Watton, Thetford & Attleborough town councils about them potentially taking over the ownership or running of local car parks. More at👉 https://www.breckland.gov.uk/article/25324/22-09-25-Councils-in-discussion-on-the-future-of-Breckland-car-parks

📣 Breckland Council has awarded £10,000 to local organisations in its latest round of grants, bringing the total of Inspiring Communities Match Funding Grants to more than £100,000. Delivered in partnership with Norfolk Community Foundation. 🔎 https://loom.ly/aCiWlC0

☕ Last month, we hosted our first ever free BOOST barista training courses. 📝 If you're aged 16–30, Breckland-based, and not in education or employment, you can access free training, qualifications, and career support to take your next step. 🔗 Sign up today: www.breckland.gov.uk/boost

📣 Are you looking for space to host a new or existing business in Breckland? Or are you eager to showcase your business at a local market day? 💰 We're offering grants of up to £8,000 through the Reopen Scheme – A Meanwhile Enterprise Grant. 🔗 Learn more and apply 👉 https://loom.ly/QSwIxOg

📣 Received a letter/email from us about the electoral register? Every year, we check that everyone who is eligible to vote in our area is registered. Follow the instructions so we can check our records are up to date. 📖 Find out more: https://loom.ly/ssBk0mI

🚀 Ready to BOOST your future? BOOST 2025–26 is now open! If you're aged 16–30, Breckland-based, and not in education or employment, you can access FREE training, qualifications, and career support to take your next step – BOOST is here to help. 🔗 Sign up today: www.breckland.gov.uk/boost

🫁 If you’re a current or ex-smoker and are aged 55-74, you may be invited for a free NHS lung cancer screening. ⏰ This check is being rolled out in stages and those eligible will be contacted in due course. 👉 For more information, visit: eoelungcancerscreening.nhs.uk/

📣 Men's Mental Health Workshop, 9:30am - 2:30pm, 25 Sept, Norfolk Room, Elizabeth House, Dereham. 📣 Good Practice Mentors Workshop, 10am - 3:30pm, 7 Oct, Anglia Room, Elizabeth House, Dereham. If you are a member of a community group or business in Breckland, reserve 👉 https://loom.ly/HVyG3fI

Ever heard of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund? Watch the video to discover how it’s already supporting – and will continue to support – economic development and growth here in Breckland. 📈 If you run a business in Breckland, find out what support is currently available: 🔗 https://loom.ly/aEzJjIg

📧 Thanks to e-billing, it couldn't be easier to receive your Council Tax bill. ✅ Go paperless to help the environment and view your bill at a time that suits you. 👉 https://loom.ly/8fs-mbk

🚀 Are you living in Breckland, aged 16-30, and not in employment, education or training? 🛍️ If so, come along to one of BOOST's retail masterclasses to improve your customer service skills. 📧 Email [email protected] to find out more and sign up.

🎉 Breckland is thrilled to support Charlotte Harvey Trust, which owns the Watton Community Centre, with Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF) grants! 💰 A REPF grant has supported kitchen refurbishment at the centre. 💼 Find business support 👉 https://loom.ly/aEzJjIg

Breckland Councillors have voted to endorse a proposal for a three-'unitary council' model for Norfolk. This is in response to the Government's plans to replace existing councils. Find out why we think three unitary councils would be best for Norfolk at www.FutureNorfolk.com

🌍 Is your business ready to take the next step towards Net Zero? 👣 We’ve already helped several local businesses to cut emissions and save on energy costs. You could be next! 💡 Explore the free tools & tailored support here 👉 https://loom.ly/vOsJ18w

💼Are you looking for a new premises for your business with direct links to the A47 and only 30 miles from Norwich? Then look no further! We have lots of great commercial properties available for businesses. Head over to https://loom.ly/kA7-GdY to find out more.

📣Breckland Council has allocated almost £300,000 to help deliver a range of projects to boost leisure and recreation facilities in Watton. The money is helping to support a range of recreational activities in the town. 📖 Find out more: https://loom.ly/JxJcWX4

Revitalise your shop! ✨ Breckland Council's Shopfront Grant offers support for external repairs & redecoration. A great chance to enhance your business presence! 🚀 👉 https://loom.ly/q0yG0Vc. Funded by the Government's UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). #BrecklandBusinesses

📣 We’re contacting all households to make sure that the electoral register is up to date. When you receive your letter/email, just follow the instructions so we know you’re registered and ready to vote. 📖 Find out more: https://loom.ly/ssBk0mI

Breckland Council has relaunched its popular Meanwhile Enterprise Grant Scheme under a new name – the Reopen Scheme – A Meanwhile Grant – to continue supporting local entrepreneurs and revitalising high streets across the district. Read more at https://loom.ly/9l4M0ss.

📣 Men's Mental Health Workshop, 9:30am - 2:30pm, 25 Sept, Norfolk Room, Elizabeth House, Dereham. 📣 Good Practice Mentors Workshop, 10am - 3:30pm, 7 Oct, Anglia Room, Elizabeth House, Dereham. If you are a member of a community group or business in Breckland, reserve 👉 https://loom.ly/HVyG3fI

Do you know where your council tax goes? Some people think Breckland Council keeps it all because we collect it. But that's not true, so let's bust this myth! #MythBusterMondays

🍃 Did you know that paperless e-billing is better for the environment and a more convenient way to receive your bill? 💻 Sign up to e-billing and view your Council Tax bill online with ease, at a time that suits you. 👉 https://loom.ly/8fs-mbk

🗣️ Share your thoughts on Norfolk’s Recycling Centres 💭 Norfolk County Council’s annual recycling centre survey is an opportunity for householders to give feedback about their local recycling centres. 📝 Fill it out here: https://loom.ly/mnUjUqs

📹 Join Phil Garnham, Breckland’s Rural Business Advisor, in his latest video diary as he visits Nurtured in Norfolk – and learn about the world class micro-herbs, edible flowers, and specialty leaves that they're growing right here in Breckland. 🪻

📣 Do you pay a licence fee to Breckland Council? 🚨 If you do, it's important that you stay alert and don't fall for scams. ☎️ If in doubt, you can always check if a call is legitimate and whether you have a licence fee due by phoning the Breckland Contact Centre on 01362 656870.

🎉 Breckland is delighted to support Hill House Farm with Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF) grants! 💰 Funding from REPF has supported the growth of the business with the addition of two shepherds huts. 👏 Cllr Sarah Suggitt presented the grant to Mary Kemp – congratulations!

♻️ Residents can now recycle their unwanted crutches, sticks, frames and rollators at any Norfolk Recycling Centre! ⏰ No appointment necessary for dropping off walking aids, just drop them at the reuse shops.

🫁 If you’re a current or ex-smoker and are aged 55-74, you may be invited for a free NHS lung cancer screening. ⏰ This check is being rolled out in stages and those eligible will be contacted in due course. 👉 For more information, visit: eoelungcancerscreening.nhs.uk/

☕ Last month, we hosted our first ever free BOOST barista training courses. 📝 If you're aged 16–30, Breckland-based, and not in education or employment, you can access free training, qualifications, and career support to take your next step. 🔗 Sign up today: www.breckland.gov.uk/boost

🗣️ Share your thoughts on Norfolk’s Recycling Centres 💭 Norfolk County Council’s annual recycling centre survey is an opportunity for householders to give feedback about their local recycling centres. 📝 Fill it out here: https://loom.ly/mnUjUqs

🎙️ New BreckCast Episode - What does Breckland Council do to support our Rural Businesses and Farming Community? 🤔 In this latest podcast, we speak to Breckland's Rural Business Advisor, Phil Garnham, to find out more. 🎧Listen now on https://loom.ly/g3dBQwM

🚨 Since March 2025, businesses with 10+ employees must separate their food waste. ♻️ Breckland Council now offers a New Business Food Waste Collection Service to help you stay compliant! 📍 Get a free quote today: waste.breckland.gov.uk/get-quote

📣 Men's Mental Health Workshop, 9:30am - 2:30pm, 25 Sept, Norfolk Room, Elizabeth House, Dereham. 📣 Good Practice Mentors Workshop, 10am - 3:30pm, 7 Oct, Anglia Room, Elizabeth House, Dereham. If you are a member of a community group or business in Breckland, reserve 👉 https://loom.ly/HVyG3fI

💅 Are you aged 16-30, living in Breckland, not in education or employment, and interested in becoming a beauty therapist? 🫧 BOOST is providing a 3-day course for people to learn beauty skills. 📧 See poster for more, and email [email protected] to sign up.

Breckland shop owners 📢 New grant scheme launched by Breckland Council to refresh your shopfront! Cover costs for repainting, signage & more. Boost your business & local appeal! 👉 Find out more at https://loom.ly/q0yG0Vc. Funded by the Government's UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).

📣 Received a message from us about the electoral register? All you need to do is follow the instructions so we know you’re registered and ready to vote. 📖Find out more here: https://loom.ly/ssBk0mI

🔎Looking for some activities or events to do? You can check out the latest community events happening near you here ➡️ visit https://loom.ly/EaX2lhw