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DOZENS of mature trees in a city park will have to be felled after becoming infected with terminal diseases.

VOLUNTEERS from across Leicester are taking part in schemes ranging from environmental improvements to litter picking as part of two campaigns taking place this week.

A NEW network of plant-topped ‘Living Roof’ bus shelters is springing up across Leicester as part of a major programme to replace and revamp the city’s bus stops.

A FLEET of electric buses powered by 100% renewable energy will replace diesel vehicles on Leicester’s three park & ride routes next week.

AN award-winning scheme that encourages local volunteers to get involved in improving the city’s parks and open spaces is back up and running after a year-long pause.

LEICESTER residents, commuters and visitors are being encouraged to sign up for a new ebike hire scheme by 17 May if they want to take advantage of an introductory trial offer.

A MONTH-LONG festival that celebrates Leicester’s great outdoors will get under way on Saturday (1 May).

AIR pollution in Leicester was at its lowest level ever recorded last year, as the city saw a huge reduction in traffic as result of the coronavirus lockdown. 

LEICESTER City Council has been awarded nearly £250,000 of Government cash to help make further improvements to local air quality.

LEICESTER’S innovative new electric bike share scheme is opening up to all city residents on Wednesday 14 April.

PEOPLE living in Leicester will see no changes to their household waste and recycling collections over Easter.

OVER 90 council buildings in Leicester, including schools, leisure centres, libraries and community centres are set to benefit from a multi-million pound programme of low carbon, energy efficient improvements.