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18 June 2021
2 minute read
A TREE trail in a country park that will provide a space for reflection and remembrance for those whose lives have been affected by coronavirus will be formally opened on Monday (21 June).
11 June 2021
4 minute read
DOZENS of mature trees in a city park will have to be felled after becoming infected with terminal diseases.
3 June 2021
2 minute read
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.
27 May 2021
3 minute read
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.
21 May 2021
5 minute read
A FLEET of electric buses powered by 100% renewable energy will replace diesel vehicles on Leicester’s three park & ride routes next week.
17 May 2021
2 minute read
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.
13 May 2021
3 minute read
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.
28 April 2021
3 minute read
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.
21 April 2021
4 minute read
LEICESTER City Council has been awarded nearly £250,000 of Government cash to help make further improvements to local air quality.
13 April 2021
3 minute read
LEICESTER’S innovative new electric bike share scheme is opening up to all city residents on Wednesday 14 April.
23 March 2021
1 minute read
PEOPLE living in Leicester will see no changes to their household waste and recycling collections over Easter.
17 March 2021
2 minute read
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.