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Support for communities to develop 'green' projects
Shire Environment Grant scheme is open for applicants
COVID-19 - further data released by county council
Leicestershire County Council has released more detailed data as part of efforts to urge residents to play their part in tackling the rate of coronavirus infection in the county.
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Impact of lockdown on council services
Protecting residents remains our top priority - council leader
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Sports stars show their support for #SaluteOurForces
People urged to take a picture of themselves saluting
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Scheme enables first responders to continue saving lives
The group received £6,000 from the Communities Fund
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Pause to transport policy - and pledge to support families
Policy now to come into effect in September 2021
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Ultrafast broadband helping Leicestershire schools stay connected
Council upgrades rural school's broadband
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Groups apply for share of £1m funding to support communities
The first awards are set to be announced later this week
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Second COVID-19 case confirmed in Leicestershire
Public health director re-assures county residents on risks around coronavirus
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