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Leicestershire County Council

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Tim Parker

County awaits political future after electionsTim ParkerPolitical reporter, BBC LeicesterBBCReform UK won 25 seats, just shy of the 28 needed to take full control of the authorityThe dust has far from settled after this month's elections to Leicestershire County Council. Reform UK took 25 seats - not quite enough to take overall control at County Hall but enough to end the Conservatives' 24-year grip on power there.
Conservatives rule out coalition after Reform surge at Leicestershire County Council

1 month ago | newssniffer.co.uk | Tim Parker

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Leicestershire County Council

1 month ago | bbc.com | Tim Parker

Roads a key issue in Leicestershire election debate Tim ParkerBBCDeborah Taylor, Rebekka Yates, Max Hunt, Michael Mullaney and Dan Harrison discussed the issues important to youPotholes and parking problems were among the topics discussed by candidates standing for election to Leicestershire County Council during a debate. The Conservatives, Green Party, Labour and Reform UK have candidates standing in each of the 55 seats on the council on 1 May, with the Liberal Democrats in all but one seat.
MP's petition 'to protect' county sent to Parliament

2 months ago | ca.news.yahoo.com | Tim Parker

A petition to protect Rutland's ceremonial status has been submitted to Parliament. The county's independent unitary council is under threat due to local government reorganisation which could see some councils being merged. The aim is to create larger, simpler councils which could then attract more powers and funding through a strategic mayor.
Rutland residents 'favour Lincolnshire merger plan'

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Tim Parker

A proposal to join Rutland's council with authorities in Lincolnshire was the favourite among residents attending a public meeting, an MP has said. Rutland and Stamford MP Alicia Kearns hosted the event at the Victoria Hall in Oakham on Monday to discuss local government reorganisation. On Friday, Rutland County Council put forward a proposal to the government declaring a merger with councils in North Leicestershire, Charnwood and Melton as the "best option".
Pros and Cons of Prepaid Tax Refund Debit Cards

2 months ago | businessandamerica.com | Tim Parker

If you’re paying someone to prepare your taxes for you this year and expect a return, they may give you the option of receiving it as a prepaid debit card. While that might seem like a great convenience, some aspects are worth considering, such as hidden or multiple fees or limits. Learn more about prepaid tax refund debit cards so you can decide whether they are an option for you. Many tax preparation services allow you to choose to load your tax refund onto a prepaid debit card.
Campaigners continue fight for library

Feb 28, 2025 | msn.com | Tim Parker

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Campaigners continue fight for library

Feb 28, 2025 | yahoo.com | Tim Parker

Campaigners trying to protect their village library in Rutland have said the county council's budget - just approved - offers them no assurance about its future. The annual budget, which included a council tax rise of 4.99%, was agreed by a majority of Rutland county councillors at a meeting on Thursday night. But the future of Ryhall library remains unclear. The authority says a consultation on its use is yet to conclude and plans will be drawn up after that point.
Rival plans emerge to reorganise Leicestershire

Feb 27, 2025 | yahoo.com | Tim Parker

Smaller councils have come up with a plan to reorganise themselves to meet government demands for reform. The joint approach by Leicestershire's seven district and borough councils and Rutland County Council looks at how they can make changes "positive" for residents, businesses and communities. It follows a plan revealed last week by Leicestershire County Council which would create one unitary authority for the whole county.
Fight to save SEND school transport funding goes on

Feb 26, 2025 | yahoo.com | Tim Parker

Parents of young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in Leicester have again lobbied councillors in the city over funding for transport to schools and colleges. Leicester City Council's education scrutiny committee is considering ending the home-to-school transport funding for SEND youngsters, aged 16 or over. The authority does not have any statutory duty to provide this transport and says it receives no funding from central government to do so.