Temporary road closures linked to major scheme
Essential drainage work linked to North and East Melton Mowbray Distributor Road
Volunteers sought to help record county’s important trees
An appeal has gone out for volunteers to record trees in their communities
Authorities and local community working together on climate change
An online resource has been created to help Leicestershire groups aim for net zero in their local communities
National award for wildlife verges project
More than 70 grass verges have been transformed into mini-wildlife havens
Tree wardens celebrate 40 years of helping to keep the county green
Tree wardens help protect trees by reporting pests, disease and vandalism and help look out for opportunities to plant more trees in the local community.
Support for vulnerable at heart of budget plan
Council fares better than expected in Autumn Statement, but financial outlook remains extremely tough
Call for Leicestershire people to help in fight against ash dieback
Thousands of trees have been wiped out by the disease
Extremely tough financial decisions ahead for county council as spiralling inflation bites
“Though no decisions have yet been taken I want to level with people about the frightening financial situation we face.”
Important advice for people planning to visit Leicestershire’s household waste sites over the busy Easter Holiday weekend
Staffing issues could lead to unplanned changes to opening hours so please check our website for the latest information
We need you! Rallying call for environment volunteers
Can you help make Leicestershire a better place?
Virtual workshop to support groups seeking grants
Projects up and running, thanks to county council backing
Community groups can apply for recycling grant
Still time to qualify for support towards waste prevention, recycling or composting