News and Events
See the latest Fenland District Council news, events and press releases below. You can also keep up-to-date on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and with our digital newsletter The Fenlander.

Council launches public consultation on draft Budget and Business Plan amid significant financial challenges
Residents are being asked for their views on Fenland District Council's draft Budget and Business Plan to help inform the "difficult choices" it faces.

New service offers help and hope to people who are struggling to work due to health barriers
People in Fenland who are struggling to work due to health barriers can access a new free support programme to get the help they need.

Free event for Fenland landlords: Expert advice on Awaab's Law, tackling damp and mould and retrofitting
Landlords from Fenland are being invited to a free information event to find out how to prepare for upcoming changes to Awaab's Law and effectively tackle damp and mould in their rented properties.

Grants of up to £25,000 to improve public buildings
Parish councils and village and rurally based community groups in Fenland can apply for grant funding for projects that improve energy efficiency of public buildings or increase access to public or low carbon transport.

Fenland Poet Laureate Award launches for 2025
The 2025 Fenland Poet Laureate Award and Young Fenland Poet Laureate Award are now open for entries!

Festive fun at March Christmas Market
Another successful March Christmas Market was held On Sunday, December 1.

Older people encouraged to attend free festive Golden Age event
Older people are encouraged to come along to a free festive event in Wisbech.

Hereward Community Rail Partnership helps boost youngsters travel confidence
Youngsters from Manea Guides were the latest to enjoy a 'Try A Train' trip, a community initiative aimed at boosting confidence and knowledge to travel by rail.

Residents' views sought on relocation of Wisbech funfair
Residents are being asked for their views on where the twice-yearly funfair could go in Wisbech, following news that its usual site can no longer be used.