Author: Elaine Foxon
Information Relating to HRH Prince Philip
You will have heard the sad news that HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh passed away this morning (9th April 2021) at Windsor Castle.
You may find it helpful to be aware of the following information and plans:-
- The Royal website (www.royal.gov.uk) will issue further announcements in due course.
- The Lord Lieutenancy will be taking a lead role across Leicestershire and information will be posted on www.leicestershire.gov.uk... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 09 Apr 2021 16:54 by Elaine Foxon
EASTER COMPETITION TIME - OPEN TO ALL
For fun and something for all the family to enjoy, you are invited to submit a piece of artwork with an Easter theme in any form you wish, for example: drawing, painting, photograph or collage.
It has to be no larger than an A4 piece of paper and the age categories are:
Aged 10 & under,
Aged 11 - 20
Aged 21 and over
• Please put your age category and a contact number on the back of your piece of... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 25 Mar 2021 15:25 by Elaine Foxon
REFERENDUM - FOSSE VILLAGES NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN
SHARED FROM BLABY DISTRICT COUNCIL
Good afternoon,
As you may be aware, the re-scheduled Fosse Villages Neighbourhood Plan referendum will be taking place on 6 May 2021 alongside other local elections in the area. We have produced and sent an e-Newsletter to approx. 2,000 residents in the Fosse Villages area that are subscribed to Blaby District Council's general newsletter, informing them that the Neighbourhood... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 18 Mar 2021 13:50 by Elaine Foxon
COVID 19 - Roadmap for exit
Roadmap to ending restrictions
The announcement from the Prime Minister on Monday has mapped out the key dates and events as part of our exit from lockdown restrictions. These dates WILL depend on the data and are subject to change if the four conditions for lockdown easing are not met.
The four-stage process will begin on the 08 March with the reopening of schools and colleges, and will run through... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 26 Feb 2021 18:50 by Elaine Foxon
BURGLARY UPDATE - LEICESTERSHIRE POLICE
The '29 beat' as it is known covers 52 villages (Market Bosworth and the surrounding villages across to Twycross, Groby, Ratby and Markfield and everything in between).
Year to date we have had only 2 domestic burglaries on our area. These have both been domestic related with named suspects who have been arrested and dealt with.
It's important we update you with the things that matter to you - the fear... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 24 Feb 2021 11:59 by Elaine Foxon
Start a Conversation
The Suicide Audit and Prevention Group would like to bring your attention to the resources available on our website, for all residents of Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland. www.startaconversation.co.uk
We know that particularly across Leicester and areas of Leicestershire, the COVID outbreak and subsequent local lockdowns may have had a detrimental effect on us all and the relationships we all... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 16 Feb 2021 13:25 by Elaine Foxon
LCC PRESS RELEASE - Desford Raod, Thurlaston
TEMPORARY TRAFFIC REGULATION ORDER - DESFORD ROAD, THURLASTON
Leicestershire County Council Highways has agreed to a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order at the above location.
A road closure & prohibition of waiting is required on Desford Road outside of the Village Hall for 2 days between the hours of 09:00 & 15:00 commencing on the 15/02/2021.
The Temporary Traffic Regulation Order will be implemented... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 12 Feb 2021 13:59 by Elaine Foxon
COMMUNITY TRANSPORT SCHEME
Community Transport Schemes for Covid-19 Vaccination Appointments
Please see the link below to details of Community Transport Schemes which are offering transport to help people to attend Covid vaccination appointments, along with other appointments.
https://www.leicestershirecommunities.org.uk/transport-for-vaccinations.html
Posted: Fri, 05 Feb 2021 13:38 by Elaine Foxon
BDC - Latest News from Your District
Stay at home
We remain in national lockdown and while there are signs that Covid-19 case numbers are starting to fall, the number of new infections is still very high and the pressure on the health service is immense.
Approximately 1 in 3 people who have Covid-19 will not experience any symptoms and could be spreading it without realising, which is why it's essential everyone stays at home. Even if you... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 29 Jan 2021 14:30 by Elaine Foxon
BDC Planning Newsletter Special Edition
Published on behalf of Blaby District Council
Planning Newsletter SPECIAL
Help us develop our New Local Plan to shape growth over the next 15 years
We want your feedback on the Local Plan, a vital document to help shape the district over the coming decades.
What is it?
The Local Plan is a document that sets out how much development we will need to plan for and where it should be located. It will also identify... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 28 Jan 2021 14:12 by Elaine Foxon