https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sun, 19 Apr 2026 02:02:05 +0000 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 02:02:05 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/536/councillors_set_to_approve_proposed_extra_planning_checks_for_shared_houses Councillors are set to introduce extra planning checks on new shared houses in and around Hinckley town centre. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:54:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/535/reminder_to_renew_garden_waste_collection_service Green fingered residents are reminded that they will need to renew their subscription to the garden waste collection service by 31 May. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:42:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/534/borough_council_secures_local_facilities_for_ongoing_use Playgrounds 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. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:17:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/533/new_book_exchange_scheme_launched_to_celebrate_national_year_of_reading A new book exchange scheme will be available at Borough Council events in Hinckley town centre throughout 2026. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:45:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/532/town_set_to_celebrate_st_george_s_day_2026 Final preparations are now underway to celebrate St George's Day with a special programme of traditional entertainment in Argents Mead, Hinckley town centre. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:55:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/531/music_in_the_mead_concerts_return_for_2026 The popular Music in the Mead series of concerts will return to Argents Mead, Hinckley in 2026. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:18:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/530/borough_hosts_11th_rural_conference The annual Rural Conference, organised by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council, was recently held at Mythe Barn, Sheepy Magna, attracting delegates from across the borough. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:56:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/529/borough_council_joins_national_summit_to_secure_the_future_of_council_housing A national summit aimed at securing the future of council housing has brought together political leaders and senior local authority officers. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:02:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/528/borough_council_issues_statement_on_premises_at_3_chapel_street_barwell HBBC 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. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:56:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/527/free_parking_on_easter_saturday_in_selected_hinckley_car_parks Shopping in Hinckley will be given a boost with free car parking in selected town centre car parks on Easter Saturday (4 April). Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:15:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/526/council_leaders_meet_senior_nhs_officials_to_progress_plans_for_hinckley_health_facilities The 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. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:31:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/525/council_continues_to_maintain_one_of_the_lowest_council_tax_rates_in_the_country The 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. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:06:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/524/public_invited_to_comment_on_proposed_article_4_direction_for_hinckley Residents, 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. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 09:13:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/523/statement_by_council_leader_on_the_closure_of_lloyds_bank_hinckley Council 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. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:07:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/522/new_investment_will_secure_30_years_of_habitat_enhancement_in_hinckley_and_bosworth A landmark agreement will secure the maintenance and enhancement of Burbage Common and Woods for the next 30 years. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 09:07:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/521/food_waste_recycling_caddies_to_be_delivered_from_next_week Caddies for the new food waste recycling scheme will be delivered to homes in Hinckley and Bosworth from Monday 16 February. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:22:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/520/land_for_sale_exclusively_for_development_as_a_crematorium Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council is offering for sale land off the A47 Leicester Road, Earl Shilton exclusively for development as a crematorium. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:38:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/519/have_your_say_on_future_of_local_government_in_leicester_leicestershire_and_rutland Communities are encouraged to have their say in a Government consultation on the future of local government in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:40:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/518/sporting_heroes_celebrated_at_active_awards The Hinckley & Bosworth Active Awards to celebrate local sporting heroes have been awarded at a ceremony at Hinckley Rugby Club. Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:46:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/517/consultation_launched_on_future_of_governance_in_hinckley Those with an interest in the town of Hinckley are invited to give their views on the future of its governance. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:15:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/516/borough_council_confirms_line%E2%80%91up_of_free_community_events_for_2026 The Borough Council is delighted to announce a full programme of free community events taking place throughout 2026. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:35:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/515/hinckley_students_showcasing_talents_at_atkins_gallery_exhibition A free-to-enter exhibition in Hinckley is showcasing the work of talented students from North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:51:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/514/new_weekly_food_waste_recycling_service_launching_in_march_2026 A new weekly food waste recycling service is set to help residents recycle food waste and reduce their environmental impact. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:32:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/513/awards_celebrate_local_volunteers Volunteers who make a real difference in Hinckley and Bosworth were honoured at the annual Making a Difference awards, recently held at Hinckley Rugby Club. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:58:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/512/ballers_pool_lounge_opens_in_the_crescent_hinckley BALLERS Pool Lounge will officially open in Hinckley’s The Crescent this week, the first of its kind in the shopping complex. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:54:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/511/visitors_enjoy_popular_festive_feast_market_in_hinckley Thousands of people enjoyed the ever-popular Festive Feast food and craft market in Hinckley on Sunday (14 December). Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:42:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/510/give_your_views_on_economic_future_of_hinckley_and_bosworth People in Hinckley and Bosworth are being asked for their views to shape the next five years of economic regeneration in the borough. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 13:07:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/509/free_trees_to_be_planted_across_borough Thousands 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. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:27:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/508/christmas_and_new_year_arrangements_2025 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. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:02:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/507/new_planters_at_community_hospital ​​​​​​​The Borough Council has helped to install new garden planters at Hinckley & Bosworth Community Hospital, creating more vibrant spaces for patients. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:53:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/506/eight_councils_submit_bold_vision_for_local_government_structure Eight Leicestershire and Rutland councils have worked together to submit a bold vision to Government for future council structures. Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:47:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/505/festive_carol_service_brings_christmas_cheer Residents 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. Thu, 27 Nov 2025 13:47:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/504/a_festive_feast_for_shoppers As 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. Thu, 27 Nov 2025 13:22:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/503/time_to_nominate_your_active_heroes Nominations are now open, and it’s time to celebrate your community’s heroes. Wed, 26 Nov 2025 12:09:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/502/urgent_government_action_needed_on_business_rate_relief_changes Market 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. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:57:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/501/hinckley_s_spectacular_christmas_lights_switched_on Thousands of people visited Hinckley town centre to see the town’s spectacular Christmas lights switched on. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:40:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/499/council_flat_closed_after_anti-social_complaints A council flat in Earl Shilton has been closed for three months after neighbours raised concerns over anti-social behaviour. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:23:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/497/new_festive_walking_trail_launched_for_light_switch-on_event Visitors 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. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:41:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/496/free_parking_on_saturdays_this_christmas_season 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. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 12:40:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/495/remembrance_sunday_in_hinckley People across the borough paid their respects at this year’s annual Remembrance Sunday services this weekend. Mon, 10 Nov 2025 16:49:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/494/hinckley_s_spectacular_christmas_lights_switch-on_2025 Thousands of people are expected to visit Hinckley town centre later this month to see the town’s spectacular Christmas lights switched on. Mon, 10 Nov 2025 09:41:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/493/hinckley_students_scoop_prizes_in_recycling_hero_competition Five Hinckley youngsters have been crowned Recycling Heroes after scooping prizes at a school competition. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 12:49:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/492/borough_council_service_helps_margaret_90_after_fall A 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. Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:15:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/490/spooktacular_celebrated_in_hinckley Families, shoppers, and visitors celebrated Halloween in style when they took part in the Borough Council’s popular Spooktacular on Saturday (25 October). Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:27:00 +0000 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/489/community_initiative_funds_open_for_applications_202627 Community 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. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:18:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/488/delivering_devolution_and_growth_key_to_a_council_reorganisation_plan_published_today A draft plan to reorganise councils, accelerate devolution and unlock economic growth across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland has been published today. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 14:12:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/487/remembrance_sunday_in_hinckley Residents are being invited to pay their respects at Hinckley’s annual Remembrance Sunday service. Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:37:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/486/have_your_say_on_local_plan Residents, 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. Fri, 17 Oct 2025 12:50:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/485/free_tree_scheme_launches_for_2025 Residents, 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. Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:19:00 +0100 https://www.hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk/news/article/484/borough_council_hosts_free_business_events_to_boost_skills_and_connections_across_hinckley_and_bosworth Businesses in Hinckley and Bosworth are invited to take advantage of two free upcoming events hosted by the Borough Council and local partners. Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:45:00 +0100