Press releases

Community Initiative Fund opens for applications 2020/21

Published on Friday, 13 December 2019 in My council press releases

Community groups in parishes across Hinckley and Bosworth are being encouraged to apply for their share of the Parish and Community Initiative Fund for 2020/21.

Second annual festive run hailed a great success

Published on Monday, 09 December 2019 in Council news press releases

More than 200 people of all ages took part in the second annual free festive family fun run on Sunday 8 December in Hinckley town centre.
Civic carol service in Hinckley

Published on Wednesday, 04 December 2019 in Council news press releases

HINCKLEY and Bosworth’s civic carol service will take place on Monday 16 December at Hope Community Church, Deveron Way in Hinckley.
A festive feast for shoppers

Published on Monday, 25 November 2019 in Council news press releases

A Sunday food and craft market offering a selection of hot and cold food plus crafts, collectibles and gifts will be returning to Market Place, Hinckley on Sunday 15 December from 10.30am until 4pm.
Campaign pledges to support victims of violence

Published on Monday, 25 November 2019 in Council news press releases

A series of events will be held this month as part of the Borough Council’s ‘White Ribbon’ pledge to support and protect victims of domestic violence.
Hinckley carols around the tree

Published on Monday, 25 November 2019 in Council news press releases

HINCKLEY’S annual outdoor carol service will bring some early festive spirit to the town centre in December.
Thousands turn out for lights switch-on

Published on Monday, 25 November 2019 in Council news press releases

Thousands of people crammed into Hinckley town centre to see the town’s annual spectacular Christmas lights switch-on on Friday night.
Borough Celebrates its Sporting Heroes

Published on Friday, 22 November 2019 in My council press releases

The Hinckley and Bosworth Sports and Health Alliance Awards celebrated the very best in local sporting achievement at their recent sports awards, held at Hinckley Rugby Club.
Burbage man prosecuted over illegal chimney smoke and fumes

Published on Friday, 22 November 2019 in My council press releases

A Burbage man who repeatedly subjected his neighbours to clouds of dark, foul smelling smoke by burning unsuitable materials on a wood burning stove was prosecuted yesterday (21 November) for a breach of a Community Protection Notice (CPN) which had been served on him in October 2018 by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council.
Line up for the Festive Family Fun Run

Published on Friday, 22 November 2019 in My council press releases

A FREE FESTIVE Family Fun run hosted by Hinckley BID and the Borough Council will be held on Sunday 8 December in Hinckley Town Centre.
Plant a tree this winter

Published on Thursday, 21 November 2019 in Council news press releases

Volunteers are being urged to do their bit to halt the climate emergency by grabbing a spade and planting a tree at one of two free sessions taking place in Hinckley this December.
Christmas and New Year arrangements 2019

Published on Tuesday, 19 November 2019 in Council news press releases

THE 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.
Black Roses event helps highlight dangers of hate crime

Published on Tuesday, 19 November 2019 in Council news press releases

Twelve years after her daughter Sophie’s death, Sylvia Lancaster OBE is still campaigning to stamp out prejudice and intolerance towards people from alternative subcultures.
Stay safe this Christmas, 2019

Published on Monday, 18 November 2019 in Council news press releases

With the festive season nearly underway, Hinckley & Bosworth’s Community Safety Partnership are urging people to keep safe during the Christmas and New Year season.
Remembrance Sunday in Hinckley (published 11/11/2019)

Published on Monday, 11 November 2019 in Council news press releases

THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE attended Hinckley’s annual Remembrance Sunday service which took place at the Argents Mead war memorial yesterday (10 November).
Free parking on Saturdays this Christmas in Hinckley

Published on Friday, 08 November 2019 in My council press releases

CHRISTMAS 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.
Town set for free parking boost

Published on Tuesday, 05 November 2019 in Council news press releases

Shopping in Hinckley is set to be given a boost if councillors approve a free parking scheme in Hinckley town centre when they meet this evening.
Hinckley’s spectacular Christmas lights switch-on

Published on Tuesday, 05 November 2019 in Council news press releases

THOUSANDS of people are expected to visit Hinckley town centre later this month to see the town’s spectacular Christmas lights switched on.
Tackle Litter - Bin It!

Published on Thursday, 31 October 2019 in My council press releases

Students from St Martin’s Catholic Academy in Stoke Golding have participated in an interactive actor-led presentation Bin It! A workshop, encouraging 11-13 year olds to think about why people litter, reflect on their own behaviour and emphasise the importance of caring for their local area and to take pride in where they live.
Councillors welcome X-ray funding

Published on Wednesday, 30 October 2019 in Council news press releases

COUNCILLORS have welcomed news that x-ray facilities will be returned to Hinckley.
Remembrance Sunday in Hinckley 2019

Published on Tuesday, 29 October 2019 in Council news press releases

HINCKLEY’S annual Remembrance Sunday service will take place on Sunday 10 November at the Argents Mead war memorial.
Spooktacular Saturday success in Hinckley (published 28/10/2019)

Published on Monday, 28 October 2019 in Council news press releases

Even the wet weather could not stop families and visitors to Hinckley celebrating all things ‘spooky’ when it held its annual Spooktacular Saturday event at the weekend.
Plan for development of Land South of Station Road in Market Bosworth

Published on Thursday, 24 October 2019 in My council press releases

In July 2019 Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council, St Peters Church and Market Bosworth Parish Council issued a statement confirming that there is a joint commitment to overseeing the development of land south of Station Road in Market Bosworth.
‘Spooktacular Saturday’ isn’t Scared by Wet Weather

Published on Thursday, 24 October 2019 in My council press releases

So you’re not spooked by the weather ‘Spooktacular Saturday’, Hinckley Town Centre’s popular Halloween themed event will now take place indoors this weekend.
Young drivers taught to stay safe and avoid car accidents, 23/10/2019

Published on Wednesday, 23 October 2019 in Council news press releases

Young drivers were taught how to stay safe and avoid car accidents during a recent morning of activities at John Cleveland Sixth Form Centre.
Hollycroft Park, Hinckley winner of 2019 People’s Choice vote

Published on Wednesday, 16 October 2019 in Council news press releases

Today, Green Flag Award is announcing the winners of the 2019 People’s Choice vote. With more than 1,800 sites to choose from – all of which meet the standards demanded by the international Green Flag Award programme – the public have chosen their ten favourites. Included in this year’s list of winners for the first time are Hollycroft Park, managed by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council and Valentines Park, managed by Vision Redbridge.
Council offers X-ray machine help

Published on Thursday, 10 October 2019 in Council news press releases

EFFORTS TO RETURN X-ray facilities to Hinckley moved a step closer after the Borough Council offered its help to explore the reinstatement of the key service for the benefit of local residents.
Hammonds extends lease to stay in Hinckley

Published on Thursday, 10 October 2019 in Council news press releases

Hammonds, the Hinckley-based fitted furniture manufacturer, has had its lease extended for a term of 125 years.
Climate change plans gather momentum

Published on Thursday, 10 October 2019 in Council news press releases

Plans to tackle climate change are gathering momentum in Hinckley and Bosworth.
No tricks, just treats for 'Spooktacular Saturday'

Published on Wednesday, 02 October 2019 in Council news press releases

Look out for ghosts, ghouls, witches and wizards in Hinckley town centre on Saturday 26 October from 10am to 3pm when the town centre hosts its annual Spooktacular event.

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