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Joining up people’s NHS and social care records
Information can be accessed by different people who are directly involved in supporting people
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Leicestershire’s roads set for £3m boost
Plans for three-million-pounds to go towards county's roads, cycle paths and pavements
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Green fingered experts wanted to inspire Leicestershire gardeners
Volunteers needed to help increase composting in the county
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Councillor Kevin Feltham continues to take on Chairman mantle
Current chair to take on position for second term
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Harborough Museum impresses Visit England
Inspection leads to higher score for Market Harborough-based museum
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Leicestershire couple urge others to find out about starting a fostering journey
Couple share experiences to encourage others
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New scheme for healthier workplaces launched
New programme to help workplaces and organisations across the county
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Council supports national drive to boost numbers skills
The council’s Multiply team and community providers are hosting several free events on National Numeracy Day, Wednesday 17 May
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Islamic scholar exhibition hosted at Battlefield centre
New exhibition brings to life eminent Islamic scholar at Richard III battlefield site
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Creating wildflower areas continues to grow places
Around 60 parish councils now signed up to scheme
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Council makes case for fair funding at Downing Street
Follow up meetings are being set up after the positive discussion with the Chancellor
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Public invited to service to celebrate King’s Coronation
There are 200 places for members of the public, which will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Lord-Lieutenant’s Young Person of Year 2023 announced
Inspirational winners announced at Lord Lieutenants award ceremony
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Tree wardens celebrate 40 years of helping to keep the county green
Tree wardens help protect trees by reporting pests, disease and vandalism and help look out for opportunities to plant more trees in the local community.
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Record number of youngsters secure primary school place choices
Nearly 99% of children due to start school this autumn have been given a top three preference
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Volunteering fit for a King – do your bit for The Big Help Out
People across the county are being encouraged to pledge to volunteer in their local communities on Monday 8 May and beyond
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Space Park Leicester partnership signals formal start of operations at East Midlands Freeport
Government green light means East Midlands Freeport is now open for business