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Leicestershire Buses Roadshows - Blaby, Oadby & Wigston
The passenger network review is progressing well, and we are now entering the final phase, which covers Blaby, Oadby and Wigston where residents benefit from comprehensive bus provision through commercial services. As these services are commercially operated, the County Council does not provide financial support for them except for X84 service, LC14 and FoxConnect. Although the bus network in these...
Posted: Mon, 1 Sep 2025
Blaby DC Planning Committee to consider Jelson proposals for 154 new homes south of Peers Way/Preston Way/Ratcliffe Drive
The planning application from Jelson (24/0398/FUL | Residential development (Class C3) of 154 dwellings (accessed off Peers Way and Preston Way) with landscaping, open space, access works and associated infrastructure.| Land To The South Of Ratcliffe Drive, Peers Way And Preston Way Huncote) is due to go before the Planning Committee at Blaby DC on Thursday 4th September from 4:30pm. The application...
Posted: Wed, 27 Aug 2025
Passenger Transport Network Review - Phase 4
The passenger transport network review is progressing as scheduled, with phases 1 to 3b implemented. Please find attached a slide pack outlining the forthcoming changes for phase 4 which are due to take place from 26th August.
Information about the network review can be found on our choose how you move website https://www.choosehowyoumove.co.uk/public-transport/get-around-by-bus/leicestershire-buses/...
Posted: Fri, 8 Aug 2025
TTRO - Joy Cann 5, Enderby
Leicestershire County Council Highways has agreed to a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order to facilitate THE JOY CANN 5 ROAD RACE, ENDERBY.
The Temporary Traffic Regulation Order will be implemented for public safety.
JOY CANN 5 06/08/2025 – 19:30 – 21:00
ROAD CLOSURE
Forest Road, Enderby from Stainmore Avenue to Thurlaston Lane
TEMPORARY 30 MPH SPEED LIMIT
Thurlaston Lane, Enderby for its entire...
Posted: Mon, 4 Aug 2025
TTRO - Huncote Road & From Huncote Road to Hill Street, Croft
Leicestershire County Council Highways has agreed to a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order at the above location.
The Temporary Traffic Regulation Order will be implemented for public safety for BT to undertake repair and maintenance work.
A road closure is required on Huncote Road for 1 night between the hours of 21:00 & 06:00 commencing on the 20/08/2025.
The proposed alternative diversion route...
Posted: Mon, 4 Aug 2025
Keeping kids safe online this summer
Today's children are growing up in a connected world – but that doesn't mean they always know how to stay safe in it. As a parent, grandparent or guardian, your guidance can make a huge difference. A new leaflet, attached, provides some practical ways to help your child explore the internet with confidence and care this summer holiday.
Alternatively, take a look at the advice on the Get Safe Online...
Posted: Wed, 30 Jul 2025
The GoLearn! 2025/26 adult learning programme is LIVE!
Online applications are now being accepted for over 500 courses in local venues across the Leicestershire.
Since Summer 2024 over 4,300 residents of Leicestershire took a leap into learning and joined an adult learning course from GoLearn. To see what courses are available from GoLearn this year, residents can browse courses and apply online at www.GoLearnLeicestershire.ac.uk.
Many courses are FREE as...
Posted: Tue, 22 Jul 2025
Fab Free Fares - Summer Bus Promotion
NEWS RELAEASE
Leicestershire buses are launching a new initiative to allow people to travel free on bus services funded by the County Council. This will take place every weekend in August. Residents and visitors will be able to enjoy summer days out to a range of attractions such as Bradgate Park, Twycross Zoo, Gates Garden Centre, Fosse Park and the 1620s House and Gardens.
WHAT: FREE travel on Leicestershire...
Posted: Tue, 22 Jul 2025
Law Commission consultation on New Funerary Methods
The Law Commission (an advisory Non-Departmental Public Body sponsored by the Ministry of Justice) is running a consultation on new funerary methods.
New funerary methods are potential alternatives to the established funerary methods of burial, cremation and burial at sea. Although not currently regulated in England and Wales, some new funerary methods, such as alkaline hydrolysis and human composting,...
Posted: Tue, 15 Jul 2025
National two-minute silence to mark VJ Day 80
Yesterday (14 July), the government announced a national two-minute silence on 15 August to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War and encouraged members of the public to participate.
A Service of Remembrance will honour and remember those who fought and died during the Second World War in the Far East at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire, which will be broadcast...
Posted: Tue, 15 Jul 2025
