Coventry confirms permanent School Streets and announces next phase for 2026
Coventry’s School Streets programme is set to grow, with four successful trial sites becoming permanent.
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Go CV and the Belgrade Theatre launch partnership to boost engagement with local audiences
Go CV members are set to enjoy new incentives on ticket prices to shows created in Coventry, thanks to a brand-new partnership with the city’s iconic Belgrade Theatre.
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Brighter streets ahead: Coventry to switch lights back on with LED upgrade
Coventry City Council is set to switch all streetlights back on this month, while beginning upgrade work to energy-efficient LEDs later this year.
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Coventry City Council secures £1.7M grant to continue leading regional music hub
The Council is pleased to confirm its continued role as the lead organisation for the Heart of England Music Hub, supported by a £1.7 million revenue grant from Arts Council England.
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Utility trials begin at the Coventry Very Light Rail track
A set of trial demonstrations for utility companies are now underway at Coventry’s Very Light Rail (CVLR) demonstrator track on Queen Victoria Road.
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Coventry's much-loved Sports Fest draws record attendance
Coventry City Council has delivered another successful Sports Fest event, which saw Broadgate buzzing throughout 6 days of free activities that brought thousands of people together.
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Coventry’s young people celebrate GCSE success with remarkable resilience
GCSE results for Coventry students in 2025 are similar to previous years – an impressive achievement given the disruption to their education in Years 6, 7 and 8 as a result of the Covid pandemic.
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Heritage Open Days returns to Coventry
From Friday 12 - Sunday 21 September 2025, venues across Coventry will open their doors to the public as the city celebrates Heritage Open Days.
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Youth outreach work helping to offer extra support to young people
A project that is helping young people to get advice while they are out and about, where they live, is receiving the backing of a number of city agencies.
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Council enforcement officers join Police as part of citywide operation
Police and Council enforcement officers seized counterfeit items, illegal e-bikes and recovered drugs as part of efforts to drive down crime and make communities safer in Coventry.
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Report outlines ongoing financial challenges for Council
The Council's Cabinet will consider a report next week which explains its financial position so far this year, and highlights the same pressures that are being faced by many areas of local government.