




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




Smoking prevention work continues apace
Funding helps successful stop smoking programme continue its work

New ‘hotboxes’ deployed to maintain thousands of miles of county roads
Brand new vehicles make light work of road repairs


Improved bus services rolled out in rural Charnwood and Harborough
Service upgrades to begin on 17 March

Apply for free road closure to celebrate 80th anniversary of VE Day
The deadline for applications for a free road closure to allow a celebration of the 80th anniversary of VE Day is Friday, 21 March

Foster carer encourages LGBTQ+ community to find out more about fostering and adoption
Claire and Vicky share their story to encourage others to help

Majority of young people secure Leicestershire secondary school place
98% gain one of their top five school preferences

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



County Council refutes districts’ claims and calls for leaders to get around the table
Call made to draw a line and discuss proposals

Royal honour presented by Lord-Lieutenant of Leicestershire
Rosemary Mason has been honoured for her service to the Royal Family