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‘Short-sighted’ move to propose ticket office closures
Call for rail travel to be safe and inclusive
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Council shortlisted for top equalities award
The council has been shortlisted for the Local Government Chronicle Workforce awards
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Wellbeing group supports veterans across South Leicestershire
The South Leicestershire Veterans Drop-In and the council's Local Area Co-ordinators have worked together to provide a wellbeing group for armed force personnel and veterans
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Call to spare time to support children in care
Opportunity to 'make real difference' to young people's lives
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Have your say on refreshed plan to improve lives of people with dementia in Leicestershire
A consultation has launched on new plans for people diagnosed with dementia
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Volunteering work supporting families officially recognised
"Social interaction through volunteering is magic!" - service gains the prestigious Investing in Volunteers Award
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County roads refreshed to go the extra mile
Highways team maintain over 660,000 square metres of road in the summer months
![Field at sunset](/sites/default/files/styles/medium_16_9_660x371_/public/2023-06/Farmer%20resized.jpg?itok=2CEeREku)
Council appointed to aid nature recovery
Strategy will identify locations to create or improve habitat, to provide the greatest benefit for nature and the wider environment
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Leicestershire schools go for gold with school food excellence
Local schools shine to help children make good food decisions
Take advantage of early bird discount on GoLearn! courses
Bookings set to open for this year's GoLearn! courses
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Chance to see council’s aspirations to improve cycling and walking routes
Find out more about our future plans to cycling and walking
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Council re-signs Covenant to show its support for armed forces community
The Armed Forces Covenant promises to ensure that no member of the armed forces community should face a disadvantage
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Free holiday clubs, gym passes & coaching sessions offered this summer
Children and young people claiming benefits-related free school meals can sign up now
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Homeless role clarified as council agrees consultation
Consultation to ask for views on delivering support in a different way
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Stay safe and be allergy aware when eating out, says Trading Standards
Everyone should feel comfortable to speak up about their allergy and feel safe when eating out
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New watering call to help trees thrive
People are being urged to do their bit by giving young trees a much-needed water
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Join the fun ‘Ready, Set, Read’ for this year's Summer Reading Challenge
The Summer Reading Challenge is back for 2023