Originally published 14th February 2011 Enderby residents and those elsewhere in Blaby district can recycle a wider range of items in their plastic and can box from April 2011. Additional materials residents can now recycle are: Food Trays Fruit punnets (including lids) Carrier bags Packaging film Margarine and ice cream tubs Small plant pots and…
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Fine for failing duty of care
Originally published 11th February 2011 A man whose rubbish was found dumped in his neighbour’s garden has been fined £65 and ordered to pay £15 victim support. Christopher Bull who lived on Main Street in Kirby Muxloe at the time said he hired a ‘man with van’ to help clear his waste as he was…
Councils share services to save money
Originally published 7th February 2011 Sharing computer technology with a neighbouring local authority will enable Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council and Blaby District Council to save in excess of £200,000 as a direct result of a new, expanded ICT partnership arrangement starting this month. Information technology provider Steria has been providing ICT services for Hinckley…
How will changes in housing benefit affect you?
Originally published 29th January 2011 People claiming housing benefit or those making new claims in Leicester or Leicestershire are being urged to check how changes being made to the system will affect the amount of financial support they receive. From 1st April 2011 tenants renting from private landlords may receive less money towards their rent,…
Information sought on injured border collie
Originally published 28th January 2011 Dog wardens at Blaby District Council are appealing for information after a border collie was found close to the Bulls Head on Hinckley Road with what appears to be infected bite marks on its neck. A member of the public found the dog on Monday January 24 at around 9am…