Welcome to our blog, where we share stories about the people, projects and places that matter to you.
3 minutes
Being an Independent Visitor - proof you can 'teach an old dog new tricks'
Hear about how one of our Independent Visitors is getting on one year into the scheme. ✍ Neil, Independent Visitor
2 minutes
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Being myself at work – and helping others do the same
Roles out on the Leicestershire transport network are varied and fast moving – and they’re open to everyone ✍️ Kathryn Essex, Depot & Facilities Engineer
3 minutes
Super seamstress brings comfort with crafty creations
How one resident's colourful quilts offer a hug to children and families across Leicestershire
✍️ Lynda Handford
✍️ Lynda Handford
4 minutes
Who looks after the people who look after us?
An insight into Inspired to Care, the team supporting care workers in their careers.
✍️ Jenny Heap, Social Care Recruitment & Retention Officer
✍️ Jenny Heap, Social Care Recruitment & Retention Officer
6 minutes
“It’s not easy, but it’s a journey I will always be grateful for”
Elisabeth has been selected for the Invictus Games 2025 – her second time representing Team UK. She reflected on her journey from the RAF to the Invictus Games, and the lasting impact on her life.
✍️ Elisabeth Lee, Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor
✍️ Elisabeth Lee, Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor
2 minutes
Numbers are all around us
✍️ Emma Chouhan, Multiply Project Manager, provides a snapshot of her role in delivering numeracy courses to adults.
Bus-y Summer?
Get your summer plans sorted with our handy summer by bus guide.
✍️ Jenna-Mai Smith, Communications Officer.
✍️ Jenna-Mai Smith, Communications Officer.
4 minutes
289 types of wildlife: how do you measure 50 years of Leicestershire Country Parks?
Our longest-serving ranger (35 years) recalls his favourite country park memories as we celebrate 50 years of Leicestershire Country Parks.
✍️ Dale, Senior Ranger
✍️ Dale, Senior Ranger
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We love being part of the council’s ‘outstanding’ fostering community
Long-serving fostering couple share their experience of fostering with Leicestershire✍️ Paul and Marie, Leicestershire foster carers