

Airfield expansion flying along as steel signing marks new milestone
Market Harborough-based business park expanding to support local business

Decision welcomed as rail freight proposals turned down
We're pleased that our concerns were listened to

New Leicestershire Matters - out now
The spring edition of our residents' newsletter is dropping through letterboxes

Multiply programme success recognised at celebration event
The event honoured the dedication and hard work of those who have contributed to the success of the Multiply adult numeracy programme

Just over a week left to shape the future of nature
Consultation on the draft Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) closes on Friday 28 February

Extra cash to tackle flooding as budget agreed
Multi-million-pound investment in supporting vulnerable people, tackling flooding and fixing potholes have been given the green light



Council pledges to work with stakeholders on reorganisation plans
Reorganisation plans will be worked up as election confirmed for this spring

Fresh budget proposals factor in major flood clean up
Support vulnerable people, flood-hit communities and roads at heart of updated plans

Rogue builder is sent to prison for just under six years
The prosecution was brought by Leicestershire County Council's Trading Standards service

Hinckley shop which repeatedly sold illegal cigarettes is closed down
Easy Shop in Regent Street has been closed down for three months

New stats reveal record breaking river levels
Highest levels on record as number of flood-hit homes climbs to just under 900

Watch out for scammers and rogue traders cashing in on floods
Leicestershire Trading Standards has issued a checklist to help people steer clear of rogue traders and doorstep scams

Merry Christmas to all our residents
Acting council leader, Deborah Taylor, praises 'strong communities'

Call for feedback as budget consultation launched
We want your feedback on our budget proposals - have your say before 19 January

Government urged to ‘tackle big issues' for local government funding
Extremely challenging position centre stage in four-year plan

Free festive buses give early Christmas cheer
Grab the opportunity to visit destinations such as garden centres and activity sites