News
Protection Order against dogs renewed
Blaby District Councillors have approved a proposal to renew an important Public Spaces Protection Order for specific areas of the district.
Under the order, dogs are required to be kept on a lead in cemeteries, graveyards, churchyards and burial grounds, or areas signed as "dog on a lead." The order also covers the car parks and play/picnic area at Fosse Meadows Country Park in Sharnford.
The requirement... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 21 Sep 2022 08:57 by Beverley Greenwood
Blaby District Council offers Cost-of-Living support
With prices rising for people across the country, Blaby District Council is taking action to make sure residents who may be struggling can get access to support.
The Council recognises that the current cost of living crisis is having a significant affect on the wellbeing of both residents and businesses. Whilst help is available via a Council-funded Hardship Fund along with the Council Tax Support Fund,... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 21 Sep 2022 08:54 by Beverley Greenwood
Proclamation for the new King
Following the sad news that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has died at the age of 96, the Chairman of Blaby District Council, Councillor Iain Hewson, on Sunday 11th September 2022 at 2.00 pm at Blaby District Council Offices, Desford Road, Narborough, Leicester, LE19 2EP, read the local reading of the Proclamation for the new King, King Charles III.
We are deeply saddened by the news and our thoughts... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 12 Sep 2022 09:21 by Beverley Greenwood
Royal Condolence from Glenfield Parish Council
We are all deeply saddened to hear of the death of Her Majesty, The Queen. Speaking on behalf of the residents of Glenfield, elected members and staff, we at Glenfield Parish Council would like to extend our sincere sympathy to our new King and all members of the Royal Family at this truly upsetting time.
Being the longest-reigning monarch in British history we will be honoured to observe the Royal... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:51 by Beverley Greenwood
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth has died aged 96, Buckingham Palace has confirmed
Buckingham Palace said in a statement: "The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow"
A Book of Condolences has been opened at Park House (Mon - Fri 9.00 am - 1.00 pm) and floral tributes may be placed in our Memorial Garden at Park House.
Posted: Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:08 by Beverley Greenwood
Bin collections start earlier this week
6am start for bin collections this week
Temporary early start with hot weather forecast this week
This week's weather is set to heat up and temperatures will be exceeding 30 degrees.
Due to the expected heat Blaby District Council will be sending out their crews earlier than normal to make sure they can collect in cooler conditions on the following dates:
Wednesday 10 August
Thursday 11 August
Friday 12... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 08 Aug 2022 14:33 by Beverley Greenwood
NOTICE OF VACANCIES IN OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR PARISH OF GLENFIELD
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
That due to the resignation of ANGELA BOWERS and KAREN WILSON, two casual vacancies have arisen in the Office of Councillor for the Parish Council.
If by 9th August (14 days after the date of this notice) a request for an election to fill said vacancy is made in writing to the Returning Officer at the address below by TEN electors for the said Parish, an election will be held to... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 21 Jul 2022 08:44 by Beverley Greenwood
New Car Park Strategy approved by Councillors
Councillors have approved a new Car Park Strategy for Blaby District Council which will see the authority commit to its green agenda and cost neutral car parks.
Voted through at the Full Council meeting on Tuesday 19 July, the strategy focuses on working towards the Council's priorities, including the installation of LED lighting as well as maintaining and installing cycle racks.
There is also a commitment... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 20 Jul 2022 10:03 by Beverley Greenwood
Huncote Leisure Centre to reopen
Blaby District Council is delighted to announce that Huncote Leisure Centre is expected to reopen in October.
Councillors approved the long-term plans for the leisure centre at Council on Tuesday 19 July and agreed to the proposal that once remedial works for landfill gas on the site have been completed, the building will reopen.
Huncote was originally closed in November 2021 after the discovery of elevated... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 20 Jul 2022 10:01 by Beverley Greenwood
Unmet housing need plans approved
Councillors have agreed to proactively work with other Leicestershire districts, the City Council and County Council on the distribution of new homes and employment land from Leicester.
Like all other councils, Blaby District Council is required to identify land for new homes and employment sites. The Council is set targets by the Government based on various factors such as population growth.
Under national... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 20 Jul 2022 10:01 by Beverley Greenwood
