Amber Valley Borough Council
The Borough Council is the lower-tier authority that covers the Parish of Somercotes. The main responsibilities of the Borough Council are:
- Council Housing
- Leisure and Recreation
- Envriomental Health
- Waste Collection
- Planning Applications
- Council Tax and Business Rates Collection.
The two Borough Councillors representing Somercotes on Amber Valley Borough Council are:
- Cllr. James Kerry [Reform UK Party]
Derbyshire County Council
The County Council is the higher-tier authority that covers the Parish of Somercotes. The main responsibilities of Derbyshire County Council are:
- Education
- Highways, Road and Public Footpaths
- Transport
- Social Care
- Libaries
- Waste Disposal
- Strategic Planning
- Trading Standards
- Public Safety
The two County Councillors representing Somercotes on Derbyshire County Council are:
Member of Parliament
The Parish of Somercotes is served by the Member of Parliament for Amber Valley in the House of Commons. The current Member of Parliament is:
- Linsey Farnsworth MP [Labour]
[email protected]
House of Commons, Westminster, SW1A 0AA
Derbyshire Police Constbulary
The Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Derbyshire is an elected official who oversees policing, sets priorities, and ensures the police meet the needs of the community.
They hold the Chief Constable to account, set the police budget and strategic crime plan, fund victim support services, and work with partners to reduce crime. The PCC listens to public concerns and is scrutinised by the Police and Crime Panel to ensure transparency and accountability.
The main responsibilities of the Police and Crime Commissioner are:
- Appointing (and, if necessary, dismissing) the Chief Constable
- Monitoring police performance and ensuring value for money
- Promoting ethical standards and public trust in policing
- Supporting crime prevention initiatives across the county
- Funding youth diversion and rehabilitation programmes
- Addressing issues like antisocial behaviour and drug misuse
- Advocating for the needs of victims and underrepresented communities
- Reporting regularly to the public on progress and decisions
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Derbyshire is:
Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service
Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service (DFRS) is responsible for protecting people, property, and the environment through fire prevention, emergency response, and community safety initiatives across Derbyshire.
Derbyshire Fire and Rescue responds to a wide range of incidents, including fires, road traffic collisions, floods, chemical spills, and other emergencies. The service works proactively to prevent fires and accidents through education, safety campaigns, and home fire safety checks, particularly targeting vulnerable and at-risk individuals.
Beyond emergency response, DFRS plays a critical role in business fire safety regulation, carrying out inspections and advising on fire risk assessments to ensure legal compliance. The service also supports community resilience by preparing for and responding to large-scale incidents such as wildfires and severe weather events.
Training, readiness, and professionalism are central to the service. Firefighters undergo extensive training to maintain high standards of operational capability, while also engaging with schools, youth groups, and local organisations to promote safety and reduce fire-related harm.
The service is overseen by the Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Authority, made up of elected councillors, who hold the Chief Fire Officer accountable and set strategic priorities, budgets, and performance targets.
East Midlands Combined Mayoral Authority
The Mayor of the East Midlands is a directly elected regional leader responsible for delivering long-term investment, better transport, stronger local economies, and improved services across Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Derby, and Nottingham.
The Mayor leads the East Midlands Combined County Authority and works closely with local councils, business leaders, and community groups to deliver joined-up strategies for the region’s development. A key part of the role is managing devolved funding from central government including hundreds of millions of pounds for transport, housing, skills, and regeneration to ensure it is spent where it will have the greatest impact. The Mayor creates and oversees regional plans to boost job creation, attract inward investment, and develop affordable housing.
The main responsibilities of the East Midlands Mayor are:
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Transport & Connectivity: Oversees regional transport planning, including roads, buses, and rail services, to improve connectivity and reduce congestion.
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Skills & Employment: Develops strategies to enhance skills training and employment opportunities, ensuring the workforce meets the region's needs.
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Housing & Land Use: Coordinates housing development and land use planning to meet the needs of growing communities.
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Net Zero & Sustainability: Leads initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable practices to achieve net-zero targets.
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Economic Development: Drives economic growth by attracting investment, supporting local businesses, and fostering innovation.
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Regional Representation: Acts as a voice for the East Midlands, advocating for the region's interests at the national level and working to secure additional funding and powers.
The current Mayor of the East Midlands is: