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Borough Council secures local facilities for ongoing use
Published on Thursday, 02 April 2026Playgrounds in Ratcliffe Culey and Fenny Drayton will remain open and available for local families after the Borough Council took on the leases to secure their ongoing use.
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New book exchange scheme launched to celebrate National Year of Reading
Published on Wednesday, 01 April 2026A new book exchange scheme will be available at Borough Council events in Hinckley town centre throughout 2026.
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Town set to celebrate St George’s Day 2026
Published on Wednesday, 01 April 2026Final preparations are now underway to celebrate St George's Day with a special programme of traditional entertainment in Argents Mead, Hinckley town centre.
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Music in the Mead concerts return for 2026
Published on Tuesday, 24 March 2026The popular Music in the Mead series of concerts will return to Argents Mead, Hinckley in 2026.
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Borough hosts 11th Rural Conference
Published on Friday, 20 March 2026The annual Rural Conference, organised by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council, was recently held at Mythe Barn, Sheepy Magna, attracting delegates from across the borough.
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Borough Council joins national summit to secure the future of council housing
Published on Wednesday, 18 March 2026A national summit aimed at securing the future of council housing has brought together political leaders and senior local authority officers.
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Borough Council issues statement on premises at 3 Chapel Street, Barwell
Published on Thursday, 12 March 2026HBBC is working closely with the operator of the premises at 3 Chapel Street, Barwell to ensure it operates within its existing planning permission and licence when it reopens later this week.
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Free parking on Easter Saturday in selected Hinckley car parks
Published on Thursday, 05 March 2026Shopping in Hinckley will be given a boost with free car parking in selected town centre car parks on Easter Saturday (4 April).
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Council leaders meet senior NHS officials to progress plans for Hinckley health facilities
Published on Monday, 02 March 2026The Leader of Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council Stuart Bray, and Chief Executive Bill Cullen together with their deputies Cllr Mark Bools and Sharon Stacey, have met with senior NHS officials.
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Council continues to maintain one of the lowest Council Tax rates in the country
Published on Monday, 23 February 2026The Borough Council is to increase its council tax charge for 2026/27 by 2.6% following a decision of the full council at its budget-setting meeting on 19 February 2026.
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Public invited to comment on proposed Article 4 Direction for Hinckley
Published on Wednesday, 18 February 2026Residents, landlords and businesses are invited to have their say on proposals that would give this council greater control over where new Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) are located in Hinckley.
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Statement by Council Leader on the closure of Lloyds Bank, Hinckley
Published on Thursday, 12 February 2026Council Leader, Cllr Stuart Bray said: “I am very disappointed to learn of the announcement that Lloyds Bank will be closing its Hinckley branch on 10 June 2026.
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New investment will secure 30 years of habitat enhancement in Hinckley & Bosworth
Published on Wednesday, 11 February 2026A landmark agreement will secure the maintenance and enhancement of Burbage Common and Woods for the next 30 years.
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Food waste recycling caddies to be delivered from next week
Published on Tuesday, 10 February 2026Caddies for the new food waste recycling scheme will be delivered to homes in Hinckley and Bosworth from Monday 16 February.
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Land for sale, exclusively for development as a crematorium
Published on Monday, 09 February 2026Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council is offering for sale land off the A47 Leicester Road, Earl Shilton exclusively for development as a crematorium.
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Have your say on future of local government in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland
Published on Thursday, 05 February 2026Communities are encouraged to have their say in a Government consultation on the future of local government in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
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Sporting heroes celebrated at Active Awards
Published on Tuesday, 03 February 2026The Hinckley & Bosworth Active Awards to celebrate local sporting heroes have been awarded at a ceremony at Hinckley Rugby Club.
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Consultation launched on future of governance in Hinckley
Published on Wednesday, 28 January 2026Those with an interest in the town of Hinckley are invited to give their views on the future of its governance.
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Borough Council confirms line‑up of free community events for 2026
Published on Wednesday, 28 January 2026The Borough Council is delighted to announce a full programme of free community events taking place throughout 2026.
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Hinckley students showcasing talents at Atkins Gallery exhibition
Published on Tuesday, 20 January 2026A free-to-enter exhibition in Hinckley is showcasing the work of talented students from North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College.
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New weekly food waste recycling service launching in March 2026
Published on Wednesday, 14 January 2026A new weekly food waste recycling service is set to help residents recycle food waste and reduce their environmental impact.
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Awards celebrate local volunteers
Published on Wednesday, 17 December 2025Volunteers who make a real difference in Hinckley and Bosworth were honoured at the annual Making a Difference awards, recently held at Hinckley Rugby Club.
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BALLERS Pool Lounge opens in The Crescent, Hinckley
Published on Tuesday, 16 December 2025BALLERS Pool Lounge will officially open in Hinckley’s The Crescent this week, the first of its kind in the shopping complex.
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Visitors enjoy popular Festive Feast market in Hinckley
Published on Monday, 15 December 2025Thousands of people enjoyed the ever-popular Festive Feast food and craft market in Hinckley on Sunday (14 December).
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Give your views on economic future of Hinckley and Bosworth
Published on Monday, 15 December 2025People in Hinckley and Bosworth are being asked for their views to shape the next five years of economic regeneration in the borough.
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Free trees to be planted across borough
Published on Thursday, 04 December 2025Thousands of free trees and hedging will be planted across the borough this winter after residents, businesses, community groups, schools and colleges collected their free trees.
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Christmas and New Year arrangements 2025
Published on Thursday, 04 December 2025The following opening times during the Christmas and New Year period have been announced by the Borough Council, together with the arrangements that have been made for various council services.
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New planters at Community Hospital
Published on Wednesday, 03 December 2025The Borough Council has helped to install new garden planters at Hinckley & Bosworth Community Hospital, creating more vibrant spaces for patients.
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Eight councils submit bold vision for local government structure
Published on Friday, 28 November 2025Eight Leicestershire and Rutland councils have worked together to submit a bold vision to Government for future council structures.
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Festive carol service brings Christmas cheer
Published on Thursday, 27 November 2025Residents are invited to get into the Christmas spirit and join together at carols around the tree, Hinckley’s annual outdoor carol service on Friday 12 December at 4:15pm.
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A Festive Feast for shoppers
Published on Thursday, 27 November 2025As part of the Borough Council’s activities to mark the festive season the ever-popular Festive Feast food and craft market will be returning to Market Place in Hinckley on Sunday 14 December.
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Time to nominate your active heroes
Published on Wednesday, 26 November 2025Nominations are now open, and it’s time to celebrate your community’s heroes.
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Urgent government action needed on business rate relief changes
Published on Tuesday, 25 November 2025Market towns across Leicestershire have joined forces to urge government to reconsider proposed changes to business rates relief, which they say threaten the future of hundreds of small businesses.
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Hinckley’s spectacular Christmas lights switched on
Published on Tuesday, 25 November 2025Thousands of people visited Hinckley town centre to see the town’s spectacular Christmas lights switched on.
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Council flat closed after anti-social complaints
Published on Thursday, 20 November 2025A council flat in Earl Shilton has been closed for three months after neighbours raised concerns over anti-social behaviour.
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New festive walking trail launched for light switch-on event
Published on Thursday, 13 November 2025Visitors to Hinckley’s Christmas light switch-on event will be able to win prizes in a fun and free new festive walking trail when they come along on Friday 21 November.
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Free parking on Saturdays this Christmas season
Published on Wednesday, 12 November 2025Christmas shopping in Hinckley will be given a boost once again this year with free car parking in selected town centre car parks on Saturdays in the run-up to Christmas.
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Remembrance Sunday in Hinckley
Published on Monday, 10 November 2025People across the borough paid their respects at this year’s annual Remembrance Sunday services this weekend.
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Hinckley’s spectacular Christmas lights switch-on 2025
Published on Monday, 10 November 2025Thousands of people are expected to visit Hinckley town centre later this month to see the town’s spectacular Christmas lights switched on.
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Borough Council service helps Margaret, 90, after fall
Published on Wednesday, 29 October 2025A service from the Borough Council helped a 90-year-old Hinckley woman to summon help quickly when she fell outside her home earlier this month.
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Spooktacular celebrated in Hinckley
Published on Tuesday, 28 October 2025Families, shoppers, and visitors celebrated Halloween in style when they took part in the Borough Council’s popular Spooktacular on Saturday (25 October).
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Community initiative funds open for applications 2026/27
Published on Friday, 24 October 2025Community groups in Hinckley and Bosworth are being encouraged to apply for their share of the Borough Council's Parish Community Initiative Fund and Hinckley Community Initiative Fund.
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Delivering devolution and growth key to a council reorganisation plan published today
Published on Monday, 20 October 2025A draft plan to reorganise councils, accelerate devolution and unlock economic growth across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland has been published today.
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Remembrance Sunday in Hinckley
Published on Friday, 17 October 2025Residents are being invited to pay their respects at Hinckley’s annual Remembrance Sunday service.
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Have your say on Local Plan
Published on Friday, 17 October 2025Residents, community groups, local businesses and others with an interest in the area are invited to give their views on the latest draft of the Hinckley and Bosworth Local Plan.
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Free tree scheme launches for 2025
Published on Friday, 10 October 2025Residents, businesses and community groups in Hinckley and Bosworth are again being invited to apply for free trees to help make the borough a greener place and to help fight climate change.
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Borough Council hosts free business events to boost skills and connections across Hinckley and Bosworth
Published on Thursday, 09 October 2025Businesses in Hinckley and Bosworth are invited to take advantage of two free upcoming events hosted by the Borough Council and local partners.
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‘Spooktacular Saturday’ returns to Hinckley
Published on Thursday, 09 October 2025Families and shoppers are being advised to beware of ghosts, ghouls, witches and wizards as Hinckley’s popular Spooktacular Saturday event returns this October.
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Council Leader issues statement to reassure residents
Published on Wednesday, 08 October 2025The Leader of the Borough Council has spoken out in support of a proud and inclusive borough while highlighting concerns about misinformation which may be alarming residents.
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Vote for your favourite park
Published on Monday, 06 October 2025Residents of Hinckley and Bosworth are being encouraged to vote for Hollycroft Park and Argents Mead as two of the best parks in the country.
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Atkins Gallery dives into the depths with Underwater Photographer of the Year 2024 exhibition
Published on Friday, 03 October 2025The Atkins Gallery is delighted to present the Underwater Photographer of the Year 2024 Exhibition, showcasing the breathtaking beauty and diversity of life beneath the surface.
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Businesses across Hinckley and Bosworth gain free access to a new free Learning Hub
Published on Wednesday, 01 October 2025Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council (HBBC) and Hinckley BID have launched a new business learning hub in partnership with SEEDL, a virtual live learning subscription service.
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Coat exchange scheme to launch
Published on Tuesday, 30 September 2025A coat exchange scheme is coming to venues across Hinckley and Bosworth this autumn.
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New Pool Hall & Sports Bar set to open in The Crescent
Published on Monday, 22 September 2025The Crescent is set to welcome its first-ever Pool Hall & Sports Bar, marking a milestone in its nine-year history.
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Annual awards will honour volunteers who ‘make a difference’
Published on Thursday, 18 September 2025The hunt is on to find Hinckley and Bosworth residents who make a difference to the lives of others through volunteering.
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Councils across Leicestershire launch campaign to tackle long-term impact of litter
Published on Thursday, 18 September 2025Councils across Leicestershire are shining a spotlight on the lasting environmental impact of litter with the launch of the Litter Lives On campaign.
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New exhibition marks Second World War anniversaries
Published on Thursday, 11 September 2025A new exhibition remembering the end of the Second World War is now open at the Atkins Gallery.
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Visitors enjoy a fun-filled Burbage Common Open Day
Published on Wednesday, 10 September 2025Visitors to Burbage Common enjoyed a fun-packed day on Sunday (7 September) at its annual open day event.
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North, City, South council leaders cannot support city boundary expansion in draft reorganisation plan
Published on Friday, 05 September 2025A joint statement from the eight North, City, South councils in Leicestershire and Rutland:
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Heritage Open Days return for 2025
Published on Wednesday, 03 September 2025History enthusiasts and families are once again invited to a series of Heritage Open Days across the borough this September.
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Competition launched to name new food waste trucks
Published on Friday, 29 August 2025A competition has been launched giving residents the chance to name the council’s new food waste trucks.
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New blue plaque for Hinckley veteran and boxer Sydney Bolesworth
Published on Wednesday, 20 August 2025A new blue plaque in Hinckley commemorates local army veteran and decorated boxer Sydney Bolesworth.
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Have your say on the future of a Hinckley Town Council
Published on Wednesday, 20 August 2025Local residents are being urged to have their say on the future of local representation in Hinckley.
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Family fun promised at Burbage Common Open Day
Published on Friday, 15 August 2025A fun-packed day for the whole family is promised when Burbage Common holds its annual open day on Sunday 7 September, 10:30am to 4:30pm.
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Residents advised of earlier bin collections
Published on Monday, 11 August 2025Residents living in Hinckley & Bosworth are being advised to present their bins by 6am this Tuesday and Wednesday (12-13 August) due to predicted high temperatures.
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Snap Dragon Children’s Festival returns to Argents Mead
Published on Thursday, 07 August 2025The popular Snap Dragon Children and Families Festival returned this week (4 – 6 August) with three fun-filled days for all the family in Argents Mead.
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Feast Hinckley 2025 a record-breaking success
Published on Monday, 04 August 2025The weather held out over the weekend as popular food and drink festival Feast Hinckley returned to Argents Mead in the town centre.
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Professor Dame Carol Black given Freedom of the Borough
Published on Friday, 25 July 2025Renowned physician Professor Dame Carol Black GBE FRCP was awarded the Freedom of Hinckley and Bosworth at a recent Extraordinary Council meeting.
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Snap Dragon Children’s Festival returns to Argents Mead
Published on Friday, 18 July 2025THE popular Snap Dragon Children and Families Festival is back with three fun filled days for all the family in Hinckley's Argents Mead.
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Uniform Swap Shop returns for summer
Published on Friday, 18 July 2025School uniform swap shops return this summer and from Friday 1 August will be open in local co-ops and community venues across Hinckley and Bosworth to help families prepare for the new school term.
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Hollycroft Park and Argents Mead once again awarded coveted Green Flag Awards
Published on Wednesday, 16 July 2025Hollycroft Park and Argents Mead in Hinckley have once again raised the prestigious Green Flag Award, an international quality mark for parks and green spaces.
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The Art of Music Exhibition comes to Atkins Gallery
Published on Wednesday, 16 July 2025The Atkins Gallery in Hinckley is excited to present a new exhibition titled 'The Art of Music'.
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Highly successful food festival Feast Hinckley returns
Published on Thursday, 10 July 2025Popular food and drink festival returns to Argents Mead, Hinckley over the weekend 2 to 3 August, 10am to 5pm with over 45 vendors offering a range of national and international cuisine.
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Council recognised for tackling fuel poverty
Published on Wednesday, 09 July 2025The Borough Council's commitment to tackling fuel poverty has achieved national recognition.
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Deadline to have a say on future of councils
Published on Tuesday, 08 July 2025Time is running out to have a say on the future of local councils in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
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Residents advised of earlier bin collections
Published on Monday, 07 July 2025Residents living in Hinckley & Bosworth are being advised to present their bins by 6am this Thursday and Friday (10-11 July) due to predicted high temperatures.
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Free Summer activity brochure for children, young people and families
Published on Monday, 07 July 2025An electronic brochure packed full of summer activities and events for young people and families in Hinckley and Bosworth can now be downloaded from the Borough Council’s website.
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Grants available to boost conservation areas
Published on Friday, 04 July 2025Grant funding is now available to enhance the character of conservation areas in Hinckley and Bosworth.
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Residents and visitors support Armed Forces Day Service and Parade 2025
Published on Tuesday, 01 July 2025A special service and parade was held in Hinckley on Saturday (28 June) to enable people to show their support for the Armed Forces.
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Hinckley youngsters to enjoy new park upgrades
Published on Thursday, 26 June 2025Youngsters in Hinckley are now able to enjoy refurbished and improved facilities at Richmond Park.
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Men encouraged to join wellbeing bike rides
Published on Wednesday, 25 June 2025Men (aged 18+ and above) across Hinckley and Bosworth are being urged to join a new, free series of bike rides to aid their mental health and wellbeing.
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Armed Forces Day Service and Parade 2025
Published on Tuesday, 24 June 2025A special service and parade will be held in Hinckley on Saturday 28 June to enable people to show their support for the Armed Forces.
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Your museum and gallery need you
Published on Thursday, 19 June 2025This year marks 80 years since the end of the Second World War, with Victory in Europe (VE) Day on 8 May 1945 and Victory over Japan (VJ) Day on 15 August 1945.
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Council Leader writes to Health Secretary about the future of Mount Road hospital
Published on Tuesday, 17 June 2025Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council Leader, Cllr Stuart Bray, has written to the Health Secretary about the future of the Mount Road hospital building in Hinckley.
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Give your thoughts on Hinckley and Bosworth heritage
Published on Tuesday, 17 June 2025Hinckley and Bosworth residents are being asked for their thoughts on a four-year vision to identify, manage and enhance the borough’s heritage.
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Man fined over town centre fly-tipping
Published on Friday, 13 June 2025A Hinckley man has been fined £800 after he was found to have dumped several black bags on Church Walk in Hinckley in April 2025.
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Children design new anti-littering posters for Hinckley and Bosworth
Published on Thursday, 12 June 2025Following a borough wide competition, two local children will have their anti-littering posters displayed across Hinckley and Bosworth and online in 2025.
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Over 1000 residents turn out for Mallory Mile 2025
Published on Wednesday, 11 June 2025The ever-popular Mallory Mile returned to the Mallory Park Circuit in Kirkby Mallory on Monday evening (9 June) as part of local celebrations for National Bike Week.
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Proms in the Park 2025 a great success
Published on Monday, 09 June 2025Hinckley's Hollycroft Park came alive with the sound of music when the popular Proms in the Park concert returned on Saturday (7 June).
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Council responds to NatWest branch closure
Published on Monday, 09 June 2025High street bank NatWest has announced it intends to close its Hinckley branch later this year.
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Have your say now on the future of local councils in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland
Published on Monday, 09 June 2025Residents, businesses and organisations are being urged to have a say on the future of local councils in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
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Proms in the Park returns for 2025
Published on Thursday, 22 May 2025Hinckley's Hollycroft Park will come alive with the sound of music when the popular Proms in the Park concert returns on Saturday 7 June.
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Borough Council grant helps upgrade local school’s swimming facilities
Published on Thursday, 22 May 2025Bosworth Academy has made upgrades to its swimming pool facilities thanks to grant funding from Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council.
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Mallory Mile returns for 2025
Published on Friday, 16 May 2025The ever-popular Mallory Mile returns on Monday 9 June to the Mallory Park Circuit in Kirkby Mallory as part of local celebrations for National Bike Week.
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Council Leader asks NHS to reconsider Mount Road hospital plans
Published on Friday, 16 May 2025Leader of Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council, Cllr Stuart Bray, has urged the NHS to work with him to preserve the historic frontage of Mount Road hospital building in Hinckley.
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Cllr Richard Flemming becomes new Hinckley and Bosworth Mayor
Published on Wednesday, 14 May 2025One of the highlights of the civic year took place on Tuesday (13 May) at Annual Council when the new Mayor of the Borough was installed for the next 12 months.
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Local artist’s retrospective exhibition to be held at Atkins Gallery
Published on Thursday, 08 May 2025Atkins Gallery, Hinckley will be hosting an exhibition titled Ideas-Images-Objects by local artist Peter Berry who lives and works in Hinckley.
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2025 Council tenant garden competition launched
Published on Thursday, 08 May 2025Council tenants are being encouraged to enter Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council’s annual garden competition.
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Peer review gives outstanding praise to Borough Council
Published on Friday, 02 May 2025A national independent review of Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council has given outstanding praise to the “ambitious and forward-looking” authority focussed on economic growth.
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Town celebrates St George’s Day
Published on Monday, 28 April 2025Hinckley celebrated St George's Day with a special programme of traditional entertainment on Saturday (26 April).
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Council serves Persimmon Homes second Temporary Stop Notice in a year
Published on Friday, 25 April 2025The Borough Council has served its second Temporary Stop Notice on Persimmon Homes in the last 12 months, this time on their Brascote Park development off Brascote Lane in Newbold Verdon.
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St George’s Day celebrations to go ahead with a change this Saturday, 26 April
Published on Tuesday, 22 April 2025Hinckley District Scouts have unfortunately announced that they have had to take the decision to cancel this year’s annual St George’s Day parade, which was planned to take place on Saturday 26 April.
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Town set to celebrate St George’s Day
Published on Wednesday, 16 April 2025Final preparations are now underway to celebrate St George's Day with a special programme of traditional entertainment in Hinckley town centre.
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Reminder to renew garden waste collection service
Published on Friday, 28 March 2025Green fingered residents are reminded that they will need to renew their subscription to the garden waste collection service by 31 May.
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Music in the Mead concerts return for 2025
Published on Friday, 28 March 2025The popular Music in the Mead series of concerts will return to Argents Mead, Hinckley in 2025.
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Free parking on Easter Saturday in selected Hinckley car parks
Published on Thursday, 27 March 2025Shopping in Hinckley will be given a boost with free car parking in selected town centre car parks on Easter Saturday (19 April).
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Borough Council distributes £63,000 of government funding to Warm Welcome venues
Published on Friday, 21 March 2025The Borough Council has distributed £63,000 in funding to 42 local voluntary and community organisations.
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Bold vision for future of local council structures submitted to Government
Published on Friday, 21 March 2025A bold vision which puts people and places at the heart of future council structures in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland has been submitted to Government. (Friday 21 March 2025).
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Museum receives UK government funding for improvement works
Published on Thursday, 20 March 2025Hinckley & District Museum, in partnership with Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council, has received £20,000 from the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
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Leaders respond to city council’s local government reorganisation proposals
Published on Thursday, 20 March 2025Cllr Pip Allnatt, Leader of Melton Borough Council and speaking on behalf of the Leaders of the Leicestershire District and Borough Councils and Rutland County Council, has issued a statement.
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Thousands of residents benefitting from council’s community work
Published on Thursday, 20 March 2025The Borough Council’s wide-ranging community work has been celebrated in a recent report.
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Borough Councillor’s actions breached Code of Conduct
Published on Thursday, 20 March 2025A Borough Councillor is required to attend data protection and safeguarding training after being found in breach of the Borough Council’s Code of Conduct.
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Borough Council urges government to secure future of council housing
Published on Wednesday, 19 March 2025The Borough Council has urged the government to take action to secure the future of council housing.
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Borough hosts 10th Rural Conference
Published on Monday, 17 March 2025The annual Rural Conference, organised by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council was recently held at Mythe Barn, Sheepy Magna, attracting delegates from across the borough.
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Council leaders meet Minister to discuss local government reform
Published on Thursday, 13 March 2025The following joint statement was issued on behalf of Leicestershire's district and borough councils, and Rutland County Council.
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New solar panels generating free power
Published on Wednesday, 12 March 2025The 700 new solar panels at Hinckley Leisure Centre are now generating free power.
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New ‘Indie’ market coming to Hinckley
Published on Tuesday, 11 March 2025A new community ‘Indie’ market is coming to Hinckley town centre from the end of March.
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Rail hub decision a victory for borough residents
Published on Monday, 10 March 2025The Borough Council has warmly welcomed the government’s decision to turn down planning permission for a massive new Rail Hub on land outside Hinckley.
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School uniform swap shops set to re-open across Hinckley and Bosworth
Published on Monday, 10 March 2025School uniform swap shops are set to open again during April 2025.
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Putting communities at the heart of future local government services
Published on Friday, 07 March 2025The Leaders of the seven district and borough councils in Leicestershire and Rutland County Council have set out their response following a meeting with the County and City Councils on the 6 March.
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Funding grants launched for community VE Day anniversary celebrations
Published on Friday, 07 March 2025Funding grants are available to support a range of community VE Day celebration projects across Hinckley and Bosworth.
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Council officer recognised for saving colleague’s life
Published on Wednesday, 26 February 2025A Borough Council employee who saved the life of a colleague while at work has been recognised with a community award.
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Council continues to maintain one of the lowest council tax rates in the country
Published on Tuesday, 25 February 2025The Borough Council is to increase its council tax charge for 2025/26 by £5 following a decision of the full council at its budget-setting meeting on 20 February 2025.
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Putting communities at the heart of future local government services 21/02/2025
Published on Friday, 21 February 2025An emerging preferred model for new local government structures which puts residents at the heart of public services and ensures councils stay connected to communities has been outlined.
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No collaboration - our residents deserve better, say the leaders of district and borough councils in Leicestershire and Rutland County Council
Published on Thursday, 20 February 2025Leaders of the seven district and borough councils in Leicestershire and Rutland County Council have issued a joint statement.
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New Taste Adventures map now available
Published on Wednesday, 19 February 2025A new online map has been launched to help Hinckley and Bosworth residents discover a range of places to eat and drink across the borough.
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Solar panels to be installed at Hinckley Leisure Centre
Published on Wednesday, 05 February 2025More than 700 solar panels will be installed on the roof of Hinckley Leisure Centre this month.
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Joint statement by leaders of the district and borough councils in Leicestershire
Published on Wednesday, 05 February 2025The following is a joint statement from the leaders of Leicestershire district and borough councils:
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Sporting heroes celebrated at Active Awards
Published on Wednesday, 05 February 2025The Hinckley & Bosworth Active Awards to celebrate local sporting heroes have been awarded at a ceremony at Hinckley Rugby Club.
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Council Leader urges residents to warn the government against damaging council reforms
Published on Tuesday, 28 January 2025Just before Christmas, the UK government published their plans to restructure local government in England.
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Hinckley students to showcase talents at creative arts exhibition
Published on Monday, 20 January 2025A free-to-enter exhibition in Hinckley is showcasing the work of talented artists from a local college.
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Local Leaders express serious concerns about the Single Unitary Council Proposal for Leicestershire
Published on Friday, 10 January 2025Leaders from Rutland County Council and the seven district/borough councils in Leicestershire have made it clear they have concerns about proposals to create a single unitary council for the county.
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Hard-hitting letter presses government to release flooding cash
Published on Thursday, 09 January 2025The following press release was issued by LLR Prepared on 9 January 2025.
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Council Leader comments on English Devolution White Paper
Published on Monday, 23 December 2024Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council Leader, Councillor Stuart Bray, has commented on the government’s English Devolution White Paper.
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Public chooses Hollycroft Park, Hinckley as one of country’s top 10
Published on Thursday, 19 December 2024Park users across the country have once again voted for Hinckley’s Hollycroft Park as one of their most impressive green spaces in the 2024 People’s Choice Awards – a Top 10 park in the country.
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Festive Feast goes down a treat
Published on Monday, 16 December 2024Hundreds of Christmas shoppers and food lovers enjoyed a Festive Feast at Hinckley’s Christmas market this past Sunday (15 December).
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Young people help to shape future of Hinckley and Bosworth at Youth Conference
Published on Friday, 13 December 2024Young people are already helping to shape what the next 50 years in Hinckley and Bosworth will look like.
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Awards honour volunteers who make a difference
Published on Thursday, 12 December 2024VOLUNTEERS who have made a difference to the lives of other people in Hinckley and Bosworth have been recognised at a special event held at Hinckley Rugby Club.
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Festive carol service brings Christmas cheer
Published on Monday, 09 December 2024Residents are invited to get into the Christmas spirit and join together at Carols around the Tree, Hinckley’s annual outdoor carol service on Friday 13 December at 4:15pm.
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Free exhibition celebrating last 50 years of Hinckley and Bosworth now open
Published on Monday, 09 December 2024A free exhibition celebrating Hinckley and Bosworth over the last 50 years has opened in Hinckley.
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Council launches communications survey
Published on Thursday, 05 December 2024A new communications survey has just been launched to find out more about how residents receive council news and services in Hinckley and Bosworth.
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Time to nominate your active heroes
Published on Friday, 29 November 2024Nominations are now open and it’s time to celebrate your community heroes.
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Christmas and New Year arrangements 2024
Published on Wednesday, 20 November 2024THE following opening times during the Christmas and New Year period have been announced by the Borough Council, together with the arrangements that have been made for various council services:
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A Festive Feast for shoppers
Published on Wednesday, 20 November 2024As part of the Borough Council’s activities to mark the festive season the ever-popular Festive Feast food and craft market will be returning to Market Place.
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Hinckley’s spectacular Christmas lights switch-on
Published on Wednesday, 13 November 2024THOUSANDS of people are expected to visit Hinckley town centre later this month to see the town’s spectacular Christmas lights switched on.
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Free parking on Saturdays this Christmas
Published on Wednesday, 13 November 2024CHRISTMAS shopping in Hinckley will be given a boost once again this year with free car parking in selected town centre car parks on Saturdays in the run-up to Christmas.
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Remembrance Sunday in Hinckley
Published on Monday, 11 November 2024PEOPLE across the borough paid their respects at this year’s annual Remembrance Sunday services this weekend.
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‘Warm Welcome’ grant scheme updated by Borough Council for 2024
Published on Thursday, 07 November 2024Funding for community, voluntary and charity groups offering ‘warm welcome’ locations across Hinckley and Bosworth has been launched by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council.
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Community Initiative funds open for applications
Published on Thursday, 07 November 2024COMMUNITY groups in Hinckley and the parishes of Hinckley and Bosworth are being encouraged to apply for their share of the Borough Council's Parish and Hinckley Initiative Fund.
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New hospital school hub opens in Hinckley
Published on Tuesday, 05 November 2024A school which helps young people return to their mainstream school has opened in Hinckley.
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Anti-litter campaign and poster competition launched by Borough Council
Published on Monday, 04 November 2024Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council (HBBC) are working with councils countywide on a two-week campaign to reduce littering.
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Groundbreaking video game, TV and film artist to be honoured at Atkins Gallery
Published on Thursday, 31 October 2024Two-time BAFTA-winning artist and animator Brett Jones will be celebrated with a memorial art exhibition at the Atkins Gallery in Hinckley this November.
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Remembrance Sunday in Hinckley, 2024
Published on Wednesday, 30 October 2024Residents are being invited to pay their respects at Hinckley’s annual Remembrance Sunday service.
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Spooktacular Saturday celebrated in Hinckley
Published on Tuesday, 29 October 2024Families, shoppers, and visitors celebrated Halloween in style when they took part in the Borough Council’s popular Spooktacular Saturday (26 October).
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More than 1,300 young people benefit from youth bus sessions
Published on Thursday, 24 October 2024More than 1,300 young people in Hinckley are being supported to steer them away from the path to antisocial behaviour.
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New measures tackle shoplifting
Published on Thursday, 24 October 2024CCTV, a retail radio scheme and nighttime economy marshals are being used to help tackle crime in Hinckley.
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Litter pick as part of Recycle Week a big success
Published on Thursday, 17 October 2024Over 25 bags of litter were collected during a one-hour clean-up held at Hinckley Retail Park as part of Recycle Week organised by the Borough Council’s Business Climate Change Forum.
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50th Anniversary grant funding closed
Published on Tuesday, 15 October 2024Twenty voluntary and community groups have benefitted from Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council’s 50th anniversary grants.
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Steps being taken to crack down on irresponsible school parking
Published on Thursday, 10 October 2024Parents and guardians are being urged to consider the safety of children and other road users when parking at or near schools.
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Final details for Hinckley Christmas light switch on announced
Published on Wednesday, 09 October 2024With the big Christmas lights switch on only weeks away, final preparations are being made to welcome thousands of townsfolk and visitors to the town centre.
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New restaurant set to open in The Crescent
Published on Wednesday, 09 October 2024A NEW RESTAURANT is set to open in The Crescent, the mixed retail and leisure scheme in Hinckley town centre.
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Free tree scheme launches for 2024
Published on Wednesday, 09 October 2024Residents, businesses, community groups, schools and colleges are once again being invited to apply for free trees to help make the borough a greener place to be and to help fight climate change.
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‘Spooktacular Saturday’ returns to Hinckley
Published on Monday, 07 October 2024Families and shoppers are being advised to beware of ghosts, ghouls, witches and wizards as Hinckley’s popular Spooktacular Saturday event returns this October.
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Cinema to stay in Hinckley
Published on Monday, 30 September 2024Hinckley’s Cineworld cinema will stay open after the cinema chain came to an agreement with Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council to keep the Hinckley cinema open.
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Two blue plaques installed for historic local figures
Published on Wednesday, 25 September 2024Two blue plaques dedicated to historic local figures Matthew Buckham and John McClure have been installed in Hinckley town centre.
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New community comes together at Hollycroft Grange, Hinckley
Published on Wednesday, 25 September 2024New residents of Hollycroft Grange came together for a recent community welcome event, hosted by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council at the development’s new state-of-the-art primary school.
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Atkins Gallery to host Quentin Blake: Book Covers exhibition
Published on Wednesday, 25 September 2024The Quentin Blake: Book Covers tour is coming to the Atkins Building in Hinckley this autumn.
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Free medieval activities go down a treat at Argents Mead
Published on Tuesday, 24 September 2024Children and families had plenty of fun on Saturday as Hinckley’s Argents Mead hosted free medieval activities as part of the Heritage Open Day series of events.
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Rail hub decision cautiously welcomed
Published on Tuesday, 10 September 2024The Borough Council has cautiously welcomed the government’s decision to delay a decision to build a massive new Rail Hub on land outside Hinckley.
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Fun enjoyed by all at Burbage Common Open Day
Published on Monday, 09 September 2024Visitors to Burbage Common enjoyed a fun-packed day on Sunday (September 8) at its annual open day event.
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Councils work together on A5 anti-littering campaign
Published on Friday, 06 September 2024Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council are working with various councils including Blaby and Harborough District Councils, supported by National Highways on a campaign to reduce littering on the A5.
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Annual awards will honour volunteers who ‘make a difference’
Published on Friday, 06 September 2024THE HUNT IS ON to find Hinckley and Bosworth residents who make a difference to the lives of others through volunteering.
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Vote for your favourite park
Published on Thursday, 05 September 2024Everyone is urged to vote for their favourite park in Hinckley and show how much they love their parks.
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Press release issued by Southwark Council
Published on Wednesday, 04 September 2024Future council housing report (launched 3 September 2024).
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Heritage Open Days return for 2024
Published on Monday, 19 August 2024History enthusiasts and families are once again invited to a series of Heritage Open Days across the borough this September.
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Family fun promised at re-arranged Burbage Common open day
Published on Thursday, 15 August 2024There will be a fun-packed day for the whole family when Burbage Common holds its annual open day on Sunday 8 September, re-arranged from earlier this year.
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Hinckley and Bosworth residents reminded of Keep Safe Places
Published on Tuesday, 13 August 2024Residents are reminded that ‘Keep Safe Places’ are available to use across the borough of Hinckley and Bosworth.
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Snap Dragon Children’s Festival returned to Argents Mead as TV’s Pip and Posy cap off three fantastic days
Published on Thursday, 08 August 2024THE popular Snap Dragon Children and Families Festival returned this week (5 August to 7 August), with three fun-filled days for all the family in Argents Mead.
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A5 between Hinckley and Tamworth recommended for improvement funding
Published on Thursday, 08 August 2024The A5 between Hinckley and Tamworth has been recommended for improvement funding that would make the road ‘transformational’ for the Midlands.
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Midlands Connect provide top 17 transformational road schemes for new Government
Published on Thursday, 08 August 2024The following press release was issued by Midlands Connect on 8 August 2024.
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Hinckley BID's mini zoo success with more free events to come
Published on Tuesday, 06 August 2024Issued by Hinckley BID:
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Feast Hinckley a success once again
Published on Monday, 05 August 2024The weather held out over the weekend as popular food and drink festival Feast Hinckley returned to Argents Mead in the town centre.
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Council adds garden waste to big bin collection service
Published on Thursday, 01 August 2024Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council has added garden waste to its big bin collection service, with options including seven days' hire of a 1100 litre bin for £60.
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Company fined thousands for failing to clean up land
Published on Tuesday, 30 July 2024A company has been given a hefty fine by the Leicester Crown Court after failing to ensure a clean-up of an eyesore section of land in Earl Shilton.
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Have your say on the Local Plan
Published on Tuesday, 30 July 2024Residents, community groups, local businesses, and others with an interest in the borough are invited to give their views on the new Hinckley and Bosworth Local Plan.
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Cineworld
Published on Monday, 29 July 2024We are deeply concerned to hear that Cineworld intends to close six UK cinemas, including its cinema in Hinckley, in the coming weeks.
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Snap Dragon returns to Argents Mead with guest visit from TV’s Pip and Posy on National Play Day
Published on Friday, 26 July 2024Popular Snap Dragon Children and Families Festival is back with three fun filled days for the family in Hinckley's Argents Mead with a special visit on National Play Day from TV stars Pip and Posy.
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Council Leader sets out Rail Freight concerns to new government
Published on Friday, 26 July 2024The Borough Council Leader has written to the new Labour Secretary of Transport, Louise Haigh MP and new Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner, inviting them to meet to discuss the Rail Freight scheme.
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Double accolade for town parks as Green Flags awarded
Published on Wednesday, 24 July 2024Two Hinckley parks have once again been officially recognised as among the best in the UK after they were each awarded a much-coveted Green Flag.
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Issued by Midland Connect: A5/A426 Gibbet Hill junction:
Published on Friday, 19 July 2024A5/A426 Gibbet Hill junction: New analysis shows junction is nearly ‘full’
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Feast Hinckley returns, 2024
Published on Friday, 19 July 2024POPULAR food and drink festival returns to Argents Mead, Hinckley over the weekend 3 to 4 August, 10am to 5pm with over 45 vendors offering a range of national and international cuisine.
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Issued by Midlands Connect:
Published on Friday, 19 July 2024A5: New research ‘further evidence’ in need for upgrade.
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Funding boosts for voluntary groups and organisations
Published on Tuesday, 16 July 2024Voluntary and community groups working with residents across the borough are being encouraged to apply for their share of two new grants.
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Borough Council launches ‘climate change’ photo competition
Published on Friday, 12 July 2024Photography enthusiasts are invited to capture an image which represents climate change within the borough as part of a photographic competition being launched by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council.
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£80,000 available to boost rural businesses and organisations
Published on Monday, 08 July 2024Rural businesses and organisations are being invited to apply for grants.
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Free summer activity brochure for children, young people and families
Published on Friday, 05 July 2024An electronic brochure packed full of summer activities and events for young people and families in Hinckley and Bosworth can now be downloaded from the Borough Council’s website.
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Council awarded top prize at Royal Town Planning Institute Awards Ceremony
Published on Friday, 28 June 2024Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council was awarded ‘Planning Authority of the Year – East Midlands’ at the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) East Midlands Awards for Planning Excellence (26 June).
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Uniform Swap Shop launched by Borough Council
Published on Friday, 28 June 2024School uniform swap shops are set to open in local co-ops and community venues across Hinckley and Bosworth this summer to help families prepare for the new school term.
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Armed Forces Day service and parade
Published on Tuesday, 18 June 2024A special service and parade will be held in Hinckley on Saturday 29 June to enable people to show their support for the Armed Forces.
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Change of constituency for some voters
Published on Friday, 14 June 2024Some people in the borough will cast their votes in a different constituency during the general election on Thursday 4 July.
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Mallory Mile enjoyed by hundreds of residents
Published on Wednesday, 12 June 2024The ever-popular Mallory Mile returned to the Mallory Park Circuit in Kirkby Mallory on Monday evening (10 June) as part of local celebrations for National Bike Week.
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Proms in the Park 2024
Published on Friday, 31 May 2024HINCKLEY’S Hollycroft Park will come alive with the sound of music when the popular Proms in the Park concert returns on Saturday 8 June.
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Beacon lighting to mark D-Day anniversary
Published on Friday, 31 May 2024Hinckley and Bosworth will shine a light as it prepares to take part in an historic national event marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
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Tenants' satisfaction survey results revealed
Published on Friday, 24 May 2024Council housing tenants in Hinckley and Bosworth have given housing services a thumbs up in a recent survey.
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Council Community Houses transformed into Centres for Warmth
Published on Wednesday, 22 May 2024Community Houses will also be operating as ‘Centres for Warmth’ to provide warm, safe, and welcoming spaces for residents who are struggling with the cost of living thanks to funding from Cadent.
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Communities set to celebrate with anniversary fund
Published on Wednesday, 22 May 2024Community and voluntary groups across Hinckley and Bosworth are being encouraged to apply for their share of a fund to commemorate the Borough Council’s milestone anniversary.
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Order to protect public spaces renewed
Published on Wednesday, 22 May 2024Rules that help tackle the problems associated with public drinking, the taking of drugs and so-called 'legal highs' in all public areas of the borough have been renewed by the Borough Council.
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Borough Council celebrating 50-year anniversary with event at Hollycroft Park
Published on Tuesday, 21 May 2024Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council will be hosting a one-off dedicated ‘birthday celebration’ on Saturday 25 May at Hollycroft Park, 12 noon until 8pm to commemorate its 50-year anniversary.
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Shoppers urged to ‘Love your local market’
Published on Friday, 17 May 2024Hinckley Market traders have joined thousands of others around the country to unite as part of the ‘Love Your Local Market Campaign’.
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Burbage Common open day event cancelled to ground conditions
Published on Friday, 17 May 2024Due to recent weather conditions, the Borough Council have reluctantly had to make the decision to cancel this Sunday’s Burbage Common Open Day (19 May).
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Move into mindfulness with new exhibition
Published on Thursday, 16 May 2024A new exhibition will open at Hinckley’s Atkins Gallery coinciding with National Mental Health Week and to support residents’ health and well-being.
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New Hinckley and Bosworth Mayor Robin Webber-Jones
Published on Thursday, 16 May 2024One of the highlights of the civic year and an event which marks the official start of the council’s 50th anniversary celebrations took place on Tuesday (14 May).
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Family fun promised at Burbage Common Open Day
Published on Friday, 10 May 2024A FUN-PACKED day organised by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council for the whole family is promised when Burbage Common holds its annual open day on Sunday 19 May, 10.30am to 4.30pm
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Council urges residents to ‘Walk This May’
Published on Friday, 03 May 2024The Borough Council, as part of its 50th birthday celebrations, is encouraging residents to take some walking exercise as part of the ‘Walk This May’ national campaign.
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Big Pit Contractor now on notice to keep road clean
Published on Friday, 03 May 2024Contractors working on Hinckley’s Big Pit site have been served a Community Protection Notice, requiring them to clear mud from the road surrounding the Ashby Road site or face criminal sanctions.
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Town celebrates St George's Day
Published on Monday, 22 April 2024Hinckley celebrated St George's Day with a special programme of traditional entertainment on Saturday (20 April).
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Memorial unveiled to woman who gifted Argents Mead
Published on Friday, 12 April 2024A Hinckley woman who gifted Argents Mead to the council so that residents across the borough could enjoy the open space has been honoured with a commemorative memorial plaque in her name.
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Town set to celebrate St Georges Day
Published on Wednesday, 10 April 2024Final preparations are now underway to celebrate St George's Day with a special programme of traditional entertainment in Hinckley town centre.
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Atkins Building launches flexible workspace solution
Published on Thursday, 28 March 2024The Atkins Building in Hinckley is launching a new flexible workspace solution ‘Co-working’ suitable for a range of work styles.
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Community equipment grant fund launches 1 April
Published on Thursday, 28 March 2024A community equipment grant fund will open for parish and town councils and constituted community groups on 1 April 2024.
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MIRA Tech Park Breaks Ground on Next Phase of Development with Commencement of Plot 9 Construction
Published on Thursday, 28 March 2024Issued by MIRA Technology Park:
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Council unveils plans to boost tourism
Published on Friday, 22 March 2024Plans to encourage more tourists to the borough and help the local economy to thrive have been unveiled by the Borough Council.
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Easter arrangements 2024
Published on Friday, 22 March 2024THE following opening times during the Easter period have been announced by the Borough Council, together with the arrangements that have been made for various council services:
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Borough hosts annual Rural Conference
Published on Thursday, 21 March 2024The annual Rural Conference, organised by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council was recently held at Mythe Barn, Sheepy Magna, attracting delegates from across the borough.
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Free parking on Easter Saturday in selected Hinckley car parks
Published on Wednesday, 20 March 2024Shopping in Hinckley will be given a boost with free car parking in selected town centre car parks on Easter Saturday.
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Planning performance recognised by government
Published on Wednesday, 13 March 2024The council’s planning team has been acknowledged for the second year running by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) for their work in improving planning performance.
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Reminder to renew garden waste collection service
Published on Tuesday, 12 March 2024Green fingered residents are reminded that they will need to renew their subscription to the garden waste collection service from 1 April.
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Council maintains one of the lowest council tax rates in the country
Published on Friday, 23 February 2024The Borough Council is to increase its council tax charge for 2024/25 by £5 following a decision of the full council at its budget-setting meeting on 22 February 2024.
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Borough Council to celebrate 50-year anniversary
Published on Wednesday, 14 February 2024Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council is celebrating its milestone 50-year anniversary this year by holding a series of special events, including a celebratory music festival.
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Church Walk works move into next phase
Published on Wednesday, 07 February 2024Works to make Hinckley town centre’s Church Walk more welcoming to shoppers and visitors are progressing well, with the scheme now ready to move into the next phase.
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Major incident update: Efforts continue round the clock on gas outage
Published on Wednesday, 31 January 2024Issued by Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Local Resilience Forum:
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Borough celebrates its active heroes
Published on Wednesday, 31 January 2024The Hinckley and Bosworth Sports and Health Alliance Awards celebrated local active heroes at their recent awards ceremony, held at Hinckley Rugby Club.
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Funding boosts for borough businesses and organisations
Published on Wednesday, 31 January 2024Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council urge businesses and organisations to apply for two new grants.
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Developers warned to keep road clean
Published on Friday, 26 January 2024The developers of Hinckley’s Big Pit have been served a community protection warning letter to require that all mud is cleared from the road surrounding the Ashby Road building site.
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Planning team performance is on the up
Published on Monday, 15 January 2024The council’s planning team continues to out-perform government targets with over 80% of applications being determined within eight weeks or within agreed timeframes.
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Church Walk set to undergo major improvements
Published on Wednesday, 20 December 2023Works to improve Hinckley town centre’s Church Walk will begin early in the New Year.
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Christmas events spread festive cheer in Hinckley
Published on Monday, 11 December 2023Residents were able to step into Christmas after three of Hinckley’s most beloved festive events were held last week.
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Awards honour volunteers who make a difference
Published on Wednesday, 06 December 2023VOLUNTEERS who have made a difference to the lives of other people in Hinckley and Bosworth have been recognised at a special event held at Hinckley Rugby Club.
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Santas, snowmen and elves enjoy Festive Family Fun Run
Published on Wednesday, 06 December 2023Santas, snowmen and Christmas elves braved the cold to race through Hinckley on Sunday (3 December) for the annual Festive Family Fun Run.
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Free trees to be planted across borough
Published on Wednesday, 29 November 2023Thousands of free trees and hedging will be planted across the borough this winter after residents, businesses, community groups, schools and colleges collected their free trees.
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Solo artists enjoy debut exhibition at Hinckley Gallery
Published on Wednesday, 29 November 2023A collective of four solo artists will be enjoying their debut exhibition at Hinckley’s Atkins Gallery this festive season.
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‘Warm Welcome’ grant scheme launched by Borough Council
Published on Monday, 27 November 2023Funding for community, voluntary and charity groups offering ‘warm welcome’ locations across Hinckley and Bosworth has been launched by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council.
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Time to nominate your sporting heroes
Published on Monday, 27 November 2023Get ready to cast your votes and help to find Hinckley and Bosworth's active heroes of 2023.
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A Festive Feast for shoppers 2023
Published on Thursday, 23 November 2023A Sunday food and craft market offering a selection of hot and cold food plus crafts, collectibles and gifts will be returning to Market Place around the town centre Christmas Tree in Hinckley.
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Free Festive Family Fun Run now open for registration
Published on Wednesday, 22 November 2023Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council and Hinckley BID have once again joined forces to bring you the Festive Family Fun Run on Sunday 3 December, Market Place, Hinckley.
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Press release issued by Hinckley BID, 22/11/2023
Published on Wednesday, 22 November 2023Hinckley businesses vote Hinckley BID back in for a fourth five-year term.
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Hinckley's spectacular Christmas lights switch-on
Published on Monday, 20 November 2023Crowds of residents filled Hinckley town centre on Friday night for another spectacular Christmas lights switch-on.
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Top 10 Park – public chooses Hollycroft park in awards to recognise country’s best green spaces
Published on Friday, 17 November 2023Park users across the country have voted for Hinckley’s Hollycroft Park as one of their most impressive green spaces in the 2023 People’s Choice Awards – a Top 10 park in the country.
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Council launches new bin service for home clear-outs
Published on Thursday, 16 November 2023RESIDENTS who are having a home or garage clear out can now make use of the council’s new ‘Big Bin’ service.
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Remembrance Sunday in Hinckley
Published on Monday, 13 November 2023People across the borough paid their respects at this year’s annual Remembrance Sunday services this weekend.
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Christmas and New Year arrangements 2023
Published on Monday, 13 November 2023The following opening times during the Christmas and New Year period have been announced by the Borough Council, together with the arrangements that have been made for various council services.
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Free parking on Saturdays this Christmas
Published on Wednesday, 08 November 2023CHRISTMAS shopping in Hinckley will be given a boost once again this year with free car parking in selected town centre car parks on Saturdays in the run-up to Christmas.
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Community Initiative funds open for applications (published 8/11/2023)
Published on Wednesday, 08 November 2023COMMUNITY groups in Hinckley and the parishes of Hinckley and Bosworth are being encouraged to apply for their share of the Borough Council's Parish and Hinckley Initiative Fund.
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Hinckley’s spectacular Christmas Lights switch-on
Published on Monday, 06 November 2023Thousands of people are expected to visit Hinckley town centre later this month to see the town’s spectacular Christmas lights switched on.
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Borough council scores above national average in national climate change league table
Published on Friday, 03 November 2023Climate Emergency UK has released a league table of UK Council’s Climate Emergency Action Plans.
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Hinckley National Rail Freight Interchange Scheme
Published on Thursday, 02 November 2023Council Leader Responds.
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Works completed on refurbishment of Argents Mead moat
Published on Wednesday, 01 November 2023Work has been completed on the refurbishment of the historic Argents Mead moat.
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Spooktacular Saturday celebrated in Hinckley
Published on Monday, 30 October 2023Families, shoppers and visitors celebrated Halloween in style when they took part in the Borough Council’s popular Spooktacular Saturday (28 October).
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£400,000 Boost for rural businesses and organisations
Published on Wednesday, 25 October 2023Rural businesses and organisations are being invited to apply for grants to help them to become greener.
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Parish councillor’s language breached code
Published on Tuesday, 24 October 2023A parish councillor from Barwell has been ordered to write a letter of apology to a member of the public.
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Groby parish councillor’s language breached code
Published on Monday, 23 October 2023A parish councillor from Groby has been ordered to write a letter of apology to the Parish Council Chair.
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Company fined thousands for failing to clean up land 2023
Published on Friday, 20 October 2023A company has been given a hefty fine by magistrates after failing to ensure a clean-up of an eyesore section of land in Earl Shilton.
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Remembrance Sunday in Hinckley 2023
Published on Wednesday, 18 October 2023Residents are being invited to pay their respects at Hinckley’s annual Remembrance Sunday service.
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Council host money advice and wellbeing events to support residents with the cost of living
Published on Monday, 16 October 2023Residents concerned about the national rising costs of living are being invited to explore the help and support available to them.
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Free tree scheme launches for 2023
Published on Friday, 13 October 2023Residents, businesses, community groups, schools and colleges are once again being invited to apply for free trees to help make the borough a greener place to be and to help fight climate change.
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Review of polling stations underway
Published on Wednesday, 11 October 2023A review of all polling districts and polling places in the Hinckley and Bosworth area is being undertaken by the borough council.
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Hate Crime Awareness Week
Published on Monday, 09 October 2023Anyone who has experienced hate crime in the borough will be encouraged to reach out to support services to report their experiences during national Hate Crime Awareness Week.
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Borough’s Ukrainian community filmed for heart-warming sports documentary
Published on Wednesday, 04 October 2023The borough’s Ukrainian community have been filmed by Sports England for a heart-warming sports documentary.
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New exhibition lights up Hinckley
Published on Tuesday, 03 October 2023A new exhibition is set to light up Hinckley’s Atkins Gallery when it opens for visitors later this month.
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1980s nostalgia is subject of pop-up show at Atkins Gallery
Published on Friday, 29 September 2023Visitors to Hinckley’s Atkins Gallery will be able to relive their memories of leg warmers, bold make-up, big hair and local history at a two-day 1980s pop up show that starts Tuesday 10 October.
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Heritage signs pave the way to Hinckley’s historic jitties
Published on Wednesday, 27 September 2023A SERIES of heritage signs have been installed to signpost Hinckley’s historic town centre jitties.
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New business support service launched in Hinckley and Bosworth
Published on Wednesday, 27 September 2023Businesses across the Hinckley and Bosworth now have access to a new funded business support programme, the Leicestershire Business Advice Service.
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‘Spooktacular Saturday’ returns to Hinckley
Published on Wednesday, 27 September 2023Families and shoppers are being advised to beware of ghosts, ghouls, witches and wizards as Hinckley’s popular Spooktacular Saturday event returns this October.
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Councils join forces to tackle littering
Published on Friday, 15 September 2023The Leicestershire Waste Partnership has launched an awareness-raising campaign to stamp out littering.
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Long-standing councillor receives honorary title
Published on Thursday, 14 September 2023The borough’s longest-serving councillor and former Mayor David Bill has received the title of Honorary Alderman at an event this week.
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Annual awards will honour volunteers who ‘make a difference’
Published on Thursday, 14 September 2023THE HUNT IS ON to find Hinckley and Bosworth residents who make a difference to the lives of others through volunteering.
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Event offers free bicycle maintenance for residents
Published on Wednesday, 13 September 2023Keen cyclists and commuters are being invited to a special event which promotes sustainable transport in Hinckley and Bosworth.
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School children pick Hinckley’s historic heroes for new exhibition
Published on Wednesday, 13 September 2023Local school children have picked their favourite historic heroes for a new exhibition in Hinckley’s Atkins Gallery.
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Vote for your favourite park
Published on Monday, 11 September 2023Everyone is urged to vote for their favourite park in Hinckley and show how much they love their parks.
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Borough’s Ukrainian Community Celebrate Independence
Published on Wednesday, 06 September 2023The borough’s Ukrainian community came together to reflect and celebrate Ukrainian Independence this weekend.
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Family fun promised at Burbage Common Open Day
Published on Thursday, 31 August 2023A FUN-PACKED day for the whole family is promised when Burbage Common holds its annual open day on Saturday 16 September, re-arranged from earlier this year.
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Date set for rail freight examination
Published on Friday, 18 August 2023The Planning Inspectorate will start its examination of the Hinckley National Rail Freight Interchange scheme on 12 September.
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Heritage Open Days 2023
Published on Thursday, 17 August 2023History enthusiasts and families are once again invited to a series of Heritage Open Days across the borough this September.
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Council Leader statement: Wilko
Published on Thursday, 10 August 2023Please see below a statement issued on behalf of Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council, Councillor Stuart Bray.
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Weeds in the borough
Published on Tuesday, 08 August 2023Many residents have contacted us about overgrown grass verges.
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Hinckley tucks into a Feast
Published on Monday, 07 August 2023A popular food festival wowed the public over the weekend (5 and 6 August) when it returned to Hinckley for its sixth year.
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Children flock to Snap Dragon Festival
Published on Monday, 07 August 2023Children and their families flocked to Hinckley for the return of the Snap Dragon Festival, with three fun-filled days of free activities last week (Wednesday 2 to Friday 4 August).
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Feast Hinckley returns to Argents Mead 2023
Published on Friday, 28 July 2023Feast Hinckley, the food and drink festival organised by the Borough Council, returns to Argents Mead in Hinckley town centre on Saturday and Sunday 5 and 6 August.
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Common’s new playground opens to happy faces
Published on Tuesday, 25 July 2023Children and families have been celebrating summer at Burbage Common’s new nature-themed playground.
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Double accolade for town parks as Green Flags awarded
Published on Tuesday, 25 July 2023ONCE AGAIN two Hinckley parks are officially among the best in the UK after they have each received yet another much-coveted Green Flag Award this year.
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Battling knights come to Hinckley for family-friendly event: published 24 July 2023
Published on Monday, 24 July 2023A fire-breathing jester, battling knights and a gruesome barber surgeon descended upon Argents Mead in Hinckley for two days of medieval fun last weekend (22 and 23 July).
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Town centre tennis courts renovation project complete
Published on Friday, 21 July 2023Popular Hinckley tennis courts have received a £14,000 renovation, as part of an exciting scheme to get more people into the sport.
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Snap Dragon Children’s Festival returns to Argents Mead for 10th anniversary with guest visit from TV’s Pip and Posy
Published on Thursday, 20 July 2023THE Popular Snap Dragon Children and Families Festival is back with three fun filled days in Hinckley's Argents Mead with a special visit from TV stars of Milkshake and Sky Kids Pip and Posy.
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Artists show what home means to them at new exhibition
Published on Tuesday, 18 July 2023More than 15 talented local artists have explored what home means to them at the Atkins Gallery’s latest exhibition.
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New report highlights cost of delays due to lorries hitting a low bridge on A5
Published on Friday, 14 July 2023Regular delays caused by lorries hitting a low bridge on the A5 in the Midlands are causing hundreds of thousands of pounds of damage to the economy, a new report suggests.
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Free summer activity brochure for children, young people and families
Published on Thursday, 13 July 2023An electronic brochure packed full of summer activities and events for young people and families in Hinckley and Bosworth can now be downloaded from the Borough Council’s website.
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Hinckley BID's Annual 12th Soap Box Derby
Published on Tuesday, 11 July 2023Press release issued by Hinckley BID.
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Battling knights come to Hinckley for family-friendly event: published 07 July 2023
Published on Friday, 07 July 2023A fire-breathing jester, battling knights and a gruesome barber surgeon will descend upon Hinckley for two days of medieval fun this summer.
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Consultation starts on improving parks and open spaces
Published on Monday, 26 June 2023Residents are being given the chance to have their say on plans to improve council-maintained parks and open spaces in the borough over the next four years.
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Community initiative helps residents to cut cost of energy bills
Published on Monday, 26 June 2023A new community-led initiative will help residents to save on energy bills, cut carbon emissions and boost the creation of local renewable energy.
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Resident and visitors support Armed Forces Day Service and Parade
Published on Monday, 26 June 2023A special service and parade was held in Hinckley on Saturday (24 June) to enable people to show their support for the Armed Forces.
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Truck fleet goes green
Published on Wednesday, 14 June 2023Many of the council’s refuse trucks, street sweepers, vans and lorries have gone green after making a switch to hydrogenated vegetable oil (HVO).
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Proms in the Park a resounding success
Published on Monday, 12 June 2023Hinckley's Hollycroft Park came alive with the sound of music when the popular Proms in the Park concert returned on Saturday night (10 June).
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Planning Team performance is on the up
Published on Friday, 09 June 2023The council’s planning department is now out-performing government targets after an influx of new staff arrived to work with the existing team.
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Mallory Mile enjoyed by hundreds of residents
Published on Thursday, 08 June 2023The ever-popular Mallory Mile returned to the Mallory Park Circuit in Kirkby Mallory on Monday evening (5 June) as part of local celebrations for National Bike Week.
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Armed Forces Day Service and Parade
Published on Monday, 05 June 2023A special service and parade will be held in Hinckley on Saturday 24 June to enable people to show their support for the Armed Forces.
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Midlands Partnership Urges A5 Investment
Published on Tuesday, 30 May 2023Ministers have been urged to consider a range of investment priorities to tackle the causes of congestion on the A5 that impacts local drivers, businesses, and our communities.
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New Hinckley and Bosworth Mayor Scott Gibbens
Published on Wednesday, 24 May 2023One of the highlights of the civic year took place last night (23 May) when a new Mayor of the Borough was installed for the next 12 months.
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Have your say on protecting public spaces
Published on Wednesday, 24 May 2023Residents are being asked for their views on rules that help to tackle the problems associated with public drinking, the taking of drugs and so called 'legal highs' in all public areas of the borough.
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Mallory Mile returns, 2023
Published on Friday, 12 May 2023The ever-popular Mallory Mile returns on Monday 5 June to the Mallory Park Circuit in Kirkby Mallory as part of local celebrations for National Bike Week.
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Music in the Mead season launches with coronation special 10 May 23
Published on Wednesday, 10 May 2023The town celebrated the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III on Sunday with a special ‘Music in the Mead coronation concert’.
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Burbage Common open day event cancelled to ground and weather conditions
Published on Wednesday, 10 May 2023Due to adverse weather conditions, the Borough Council have reluctantly had to make the decision to cancel this Sunday’s Burbage Common Open Day (14 May).
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Register your views/objections on Hinckley National Rail Freight Interchange
Published on Wednesday, 10 May 2023People with views or objections on the proposed Hinckley National Rail Freight Terminal (HNRFI) can now register them with the Government Planning Inspector.
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Good causes the focus of two new gallery exhibitions
Published on Wednesday, 03 May 2023Two new exhibitions are coming to the Atkins Gallery this May, with each focused on important messages and good causes.
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Family fun promised at Burbage Common Open Day
Published on Tuesday, 02 May 2023A fun-packed day for the whole family is promised when Burbage Common holds its annual open day on Sunday 14 May.
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Music in the Mead season launches with coronation special
Published on Thursday, 27 April 2023Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council will be launching their summer programme of ‘Music in the Mead’ concerts.
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Council sets the record straight on its local plan
Published on Thursday, 27 April 2023Following questions raised in Parliament this week over the status of the Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council’s Local Plan, the council has issued the following clarification.
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Town celebrates St George's Day
Published on Tuesday, 25 April 2023Hinckley celebrated St George's Day with a special programme of traditional entertainment on Saturday (22 April).
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Spring is blooming at Atkins Gallery
Published on Thursday, 13 April 2023The Atkins Gallery, Hinckley is pleased to welcome the Leicestershire Society of Botanical Illustrators (LSBI) for their debut exhibition called Fabulous Flowers and Fruits.
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Town set to celebrate St Georges Day
Published on Friday, 31 March 2023Final preparations are now underway to celebrate St George's Day with a special programme of traditional entertainment in Hinckley town centre.
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New Guide will help Event Organisers go Greener
Published on Wednesday, 29 March 2023Events held across the borough will be made even greener and more eco-friendly, thanks to the borough council’s new guide and commitment to making events sustainable.
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Easter arrangements 2023
Published on Wednesday, 29 March 2023THE following opening times during the Easter period have been announced by the Borough Council, together with the arrangements that have been made for various council services:
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Play takes inspiration from Brame’s Famous Novel
Published on Wednesday, 29 March 2023An exciting new play taking inspiration from Hinckley novelist Charlotte Brame’s most famous work, Dora Thorn, will be performed in Hinckley as part of a weekend to celebrate St George’s Day festivities.
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Statement: Update on the Klondyke site, Newtown Linford Lane, Groby
Published on Friday, 17 March 2023The council is continuing to pursue planning enforcement action at the Klondyke site in Groby with regard to unauthorised occupation and engineering operations at the site.
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New Planning Team heralds a speedier service
Published on Thursday, 16 March 2023Residents of Hinckley and Bosworth are benefiting from a speedier planning application process after a new director and head of planning have joined the council’s planning department.
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Borough hosts annual rural conference - 13 March 2023
Published on Monday, 13 March 2023The annual Rural Conference, organised by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council (HBBC), was recently held at Twycross Zoo, attracting delegates from across the borough.
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Reminder to renew garden waste collection service
Published on Monday, 13 March 2023Green-fingered residents are reminded that they will need to renew their subscription to the garden waste collection service by 31 May.
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Bin collections suspended
Published on Thursday, 09 March 2023Due to current weather conditions the Waste Teams have had to suspend bin collections for the moment.
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Coronation Fund launched to support local community groups
Published on Wednesday, 08 March 2023To mark the Coronation of King Charles III, the Borough Council in partnership with the Rural Community Council, who co-ordinates the voluntary and community sector work across the borough is launching a new fund to help community groups to celebrate and commemorate this historic occasion.
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Hinckley National Rail freight plans withdrawn for further work
Published on Friday, 03 March 2023Developers Tritax Symmetry have had to withdraw their application for the Hinckley National Rail Freight Interchange.
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Sheltered housing tenants raise funds for Blood Bikes
Published on Thursday, 02 March 2023Residents in a Hinckley-based sheltered housing scheme have pulled together to raise money for a charity whose volunteers transport blood, blood products and medical equipment.
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‘Hinckley Illustrated’ exhibition captures the local area through drawing
Published on Wednesday, 01 March 2023A new free exhibition capturing the beauty of the local area through drawing opens at the Atkins Gallery next week.
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Rail hub consultation is incomplete and inadequate says council
Published on Wednesday, 22 February 2023Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council has submitted its first response after the application for the Hinckley National Rail Freight Interchange (HNFRI) was submitted.
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Creative arts students' talent shines through windows in the borough
Published on Thursday, 16 February 2023Press release issued by North Warwickshire & South Leicestershire College (NWSLC):
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Rail freight application submitted
Published on Thursday, 09 February 2023Developers Tritax Symmetry (Hinckley) Limited have submitted their application for the Hinckley National Rail Freight Interchange (HNRFI) to the Planning Inspectorate.
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Borough celebrates its sporting heroes
Published on Tuesday, 31 January 2023The Hinckley and Bosworth Sports and Health Alliance Awards celebrated local sporting heroes at their 16th awards ceremony, held at Hinckley Rugby Club.
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Residents invited to have their say on proposals to improve Hinckley and Bosworth health services
Published on Monday, 23 January 2023People are being given the opportunity to have their say on proposed improvements to community health services in Hinckley and Bosworth. (Press release from NHS Leicestershire & Rutland)
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Council to host cost of living events in Earl Shilton and Barlestone
Published on Friday, 20 January 2023Residents concerned about the national rising cost of living or who are looking for advice or support are invited to attend a cost-of-living event in either Earl Shilton or Barlestone.
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Press release issued by Leicestershire Waste Partnership:
Published on Friday, 20 January 2023Long-term plan for recycling and waste set to progress: Twelve key pledges for recycling and waste plans in Leicestershire have been set out in a revised partnership strategy to 2050.
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College Students showcase talents at Atkins Gallery exhibition
Published on Wednesday, 18 January 2023Young artists from a Hinckley college have used their talents to create a moving exhibition about respecting the environment.
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Change in Hinckley and Bosworth bulky waste collections
Published on Friday, 13 January 2023Upholstered furniture such as sofas and chairs will be collected and disposed of in a new way, due to a change in the law, which is now being enforced.
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New electric vehicle charging points installed in Earl Shilton
Published on Friday, 13 January 2023Electric vehicle drivers in Earl Shilton have been charging their vehicles at a new public point which has just been installed in the town centre.
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parkrun comes to Market Bosworth
Published on Monday, 09 January 2023Keen runners or anyone looking to get more active can now join Market Bosworth’s new free and friendly parkrun.
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