Council News

2nd July 2009

The Road Safety Team at Milton Keynes Council wants to make Milton Keynes drivers and passengers aware of the increased penalty for not wearing a seatbelt and having an illegal number plate,that came into effect on 1st July.

Read more about increased penalties

1st July 2009

Milton Keynes Council has received 958 responses to the recent Changes to Passenger Transport and Parking Consultation (now closed), which asked for Milton Keynes residents and businesses' opinions on the new parking proposals for the city.

Read more about the parking consultation in Milton Keynes

1st July 2009

Young people in Milton Keynes have a chance to try out kayaking, sailing, raftbuilding, fencing, archery, caving and wall-climbing this summer as Milton Keynes Youth Service offers these exciting activities for 13-19 year olds for only £5 a day.

Read more about Milton Keynes Council Youth Service supporting young people

1st July 2009

Do you live, work, shop or socialise in Central Milton Keynes? If so, Discover Milton Keynes wants to hear about your day in your life diary!

Read more about Discover Milton Keynes project

1st July 2009

Residents in Tinkers Bridge and Fishermead are being asked to take part in a regeneration art project for their areas.

Read more about Milton Keynes regeneration projects

29th June 2009

This year's annual Civic Service will be held at the Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul, in Newport Pagnell on Sunday 5th July.

Read more about Milton Keynes annual Civic Service

29th June 2009

60+ and disabled person bus pass holders will be able to travel free at all times on local buses within the borough.

Read more about new Milton Keynes travel options for older and disabled people

25th June 2009

A group of local young people have decorated a beautiful mosaic-inlaid wooden arbour that was placed in the grounds of Willen Hospice for patients and visitors to enjoy. A separate group have also created a beautiful mosaic wall-hanging for the Hospice.

Read more about Milton Keynes Council's Youth Service supporting local communities

25th June 2009


It's official! Water Hall Primary School in Bletchley is one of the most inspiring school buildings in Britain. The school beat off tough competition from 15 other schools from across the country in the ‘Inspiring Design' category.

Read more about Waterhall's success

25th June 2009


Tickford Meadow Children's Centre in Newport Pagnell was officially opened with a ribbon cutting by the Mayor of Newport Pagnell, Cllr Roger Hornblow and Local MP, Mark Lancaster last Saturday.


Read about the opening of Tickford Meadow

24rd June 2009

A former Milton Keynes pupil is working hard to promote the benefits of the borough in the exciting world of design and fashion.

Read more about Emma's work...

23rd June 2009

If you're planning an event for 'The Big Lunch', there are things you will need to tell us...

Find out what we need to know...

16th June 2009

Twenty-five foster carers in Milton Keynes have been recognised at awards evening held by Milton Keynes Council.

Read more about Milton Keynes Council foster carers awards

16th June 2009

Motorists will play a crucial role in travel surveys on all routes into Milton Keynes this month. The data collected will help build a comprehensive transport model which will be used by planners to assess MK's travel needs in the future.

Read more about Milton Keynes Council travel survey

15th June 2009

Milton Keynes based company ROK has been confirmed as the contractor building the new passenger terminal building, at the Brook Furlong Park & Ride site near Junction 14 of the M1.

Read more about Milton Keynes Coachway