News & Stories
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Prepare for summer flooding risk
After an exceptionally hot and dry summer, thunderstorms and heavy rain are predicted, which can result in flooding across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland
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Green Doctor saves disabled man £322 on energy bills
Paul from Derby has saved hundreds on his bills, got a water leak refund, and received a free air fryer and electric blanket.
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Free annual walking festival returns to Amber Valley
The annual Autumn Footprints walking festival is back in Amber Valley, running from 12th – 27th September 2026 with 24 free walks.
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Ashbourne Votes ‘Yes’ to Business Improvement District
Businesses across Ashbourne have voted to establish the first Business Improvement District (BID) in Derbyshire Dales.
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Green Doctor offers translation to support more communities
During a free Green Doctor visit you can make use of translation services in any language, including British Sign Language (BSL).
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How we tackled 427 damp and mouldy homes
In 2025/26, we visited 427 homes and found a total of 2,001 rooms that were plagued with damp or mould.
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Improving green spaces equal to 58 football fields
Last year we improved 415,964 m² of land equal to 58 football fields with help from 367 volunteers.
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Energy debt and unfair charges resolved by Green Doctor
Green Doctor Mayita helped Hilary from Nottingham to have an unfair £1,600 debt waived and rectify issues with her energy bills.
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Green Doctor supports households affected by Energy Price Cap increase
The new Energy Price Cap has been confirmed to go up by 13% – an average increase on bills of £221 per year.
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Heatwaves, wildfires, storms and floods: Be prepared for summertime risks
You can attend a free webinar on the topic of summertime risks, to be prepared for emergencies that are caused by hot weather.
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Charity employability programme ends with 200 people supported
Our Beyond Barriers employability programme in South Derbyshire has come to an end with over 200 people supported.
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Green Doctor saves Inam over £1,000 on bills
Green Doctor Ben helped Inam from Lincoln to save £1,000 during a free home visit through tailored energy-saving advice.