Lincolnshire Alert
Lincolnshire Alert is a free messaging service provided in partnership with the Lincolnshire Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner. Residents can choose when and how they receive updates about issues that matter to them locally.
More information is available on the Lincolnshire Alert website.
North Kesteven Heritage Grant Scheme
The North Kesteven Heritage Grant Scheme has increased from £25,000 to £50,000 to support more owners of heritage properties.
Grants of £1,000 to £3,000 are available for works such as:
- Repair or reinstatement of original windows and doors
- Brickwork and stonework repairs and repointing
- Chimney repairs
- Traditional signage
- Boundary walls, railings and steps
Grant levels include:
- 80% for Listed Buildings (up to £3,000)
- 60% for Conservation Area buildings (up to £1,800)
- 50% for locally listed heritage assets (up to £1,200)
Application details are available on the NKDC conservation heritage webpage.
Empty Homes Returned to Use
North Kesteven District Council has brought 37 long-term empty homes back into use during the 2025/26 financial year.
The Council offers advice and non-financial support to homeowners, including guidance on the VAT Discount Scheme.
Further information is available on the NKDC Empty Homes webpage.
Contacting North Kesteven District Council
Many services are available online 24/7 via the NKDC website, including:
- Reporting local issues
- Checking bin collection days
- Managing Council Tax
- Applying for help
For residents who cannot complete transactions online, appointments can be requested by calling 01529 414155 (weekdays).
Out-of-hours emergencies can be reported on 01529 308308.
Sign Up to NKDC Newsletters
Residents can sign up to a wide range of North Kesteven District Council e‑newsletters, including:
- Council news and events
- Emergencies and service disruption
- Consultations
- Jobs
- Climate action
- Waste and recycling
- Tourism in North Kesteven
Subscriptions can be selected online via the NKDC website.
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Update
An update has been provided on Local Government Reorganisation nationally and within Greater Lincolnshire.
Key milestones include:
- July 2026 – Ministerial decision expected
- Autumn 2026 – Draft Structural Change Orders and Joint Committees established
- May 2027 – Shadow elections
- 1 April 2028 – Vesting Day
Further details are available on the NKDC LGR webpage.
Lincolnshire Public Sector Challenge
The Lincolnshire Public Sector Challenge will take place on Saturday 13 June 2026.
Participants can choose either a 26.5‑mile or 14‑mile walk along the Ridges and Furrows route.
Registration closes on 31 May 2026.
A contribution from each entry will support the British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research.
Volunteers are also welcome.
E‑Waste Action Week: 16–23 May 2026
E‑Waste Action Week returns from 16 to 23 May 2026, encouraging residents to reuse, repair or recycle unwanted electrical items.
Activities include:
- Donating phones, tablets, laptops and cables
- Repair Cafés offering repairs and advice
- Rehoming working electrical items
Repair Cafés will take place on:
- 16 May 2026 – Bracebridge Heath Village Hall
- 23 May 2026 – Riverside Church Hall, Sleaford
Posters and further information are available from NKDC.