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Latest News

Great Yarmouth Borough Council submitted its Final Draft Local Plan and Community Infrastructure Levy Draft Charging Schedule for independent examination on 24 February 2025. Further information can be viewed on the links above.

Please see below for the latest press releases from Great Yarmouth Borough Council. Our News and Press section enables you to view all of the latest council and partners' news, and search through our archive for previous press releases.

Great Yarmouth Borough Council proposes new licensing scheme to help improve homes

Great Yarmouth Town Hall

To make sure people have homes that are healthy, safe and efficient, Great Yarmouth Borough Council proposes to introduce a new Selective Licensing scheme for privately rented properties.

Great Yarmouth Borough Council elects new mayor for municipal year

New Great Yarmouth Mayor, Councillor Carl Annison, with outgoing mayor, Councillor Paula Waters-Bunn

Councillor Carl Annison has been elected Mayor of Great Yarmouth for the 2025/2026 municipal year following a vote by his fellow councillors.

Judging underway for prestigious annual Great Yarmouth Town Centre Awards

Winners of the 2024 Civic Society Awards at Great Yarmouth Town Hall with the leader and mayor

The Civic Society of Great Yarmouth has launched its annual Town Centre Awards which recognise businesses working hard to improve the shopping experience.