Severe weather

Find out how we decide whether to close a school / nursery

During poor weather we may have to close schools / nurseries. Find out how we make these decisions.

Find out how we handle waste collection

Weather can affect our normal waste collections schedule. Find out more about what we will do to keep you informed.

Find out what support is available for elderly, disabled and isolated adults

When bad weather occurs support is available to ensure the needs of vulnerable people are met.

Find out how we treat roads

If we are expecting low temperatures or snow we ensure main routes are gritted.

See live local updates and travel disruptions

We've pulled together the key winter weather messages from twitter to give you local updates and travel disruption news.

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Find out about emergency property repairs

The Council's Property Conservation Service can carry out repairs to buildings damaged by severe weather

Business Continuity

Advice on how to prepare your business for emergencies.

Interactive map of gritter routes and grit bins

Find out the routes our gritting trucks follow and where your nearest grit bin is.