
Health research funding confirmed
Money to help boost research into Leicestershire's health given go ahead

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

Thank you message as clear up continues
All hands to the deck as people worked round the clock in flood effort


More trees to be planted thanks to grant
The money will be used to fund the planting of trees at sites across the county

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

Local Government reorganisation
Leicestershire County Council has requested the Government to postpone the elections planned for May this year until May 2026


Still time to comment on new budget plan
Feedback on our budget proposals closes on 19 January - have your say before then

Have your say on ways to make space for nature
We want to hear from residents, farmers, landowners and other interested groups about practical actions to boost wildlife and natural spaces

Severe flood warning and emergency text alerts issued for Proctors Park
Rising levels see Environment Agency make alerts for Proctors Park in Barrow upon Soar



Take advantage of GoLearn courses in the New Year
Hundreds of course are available at venues across the county and online

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