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Eight councils submit bold vision for local government structure

Eight Leicestershire and Rutland councils have worked together to submit a bold vision to Government for future council structures. 

Meeting the housing and support needs of an ageing population 

As part of its strategic focus to support the housing needs of an ageing population, Melton Borough Council is considering the most appropriate future for its own older persons’ housing services in the borough.   

Changes to waste and recycling collections in Melton will support national recycling ambitions 

Melton Borough Council’s Cabinet is due to consider a refreshed Household Waste and Recycling Collections policy.  

Fraud Awareness week 2025

Fraud is a real and persistent threat to our public services. Everyone can play a part in fighting fraud and report those who have committed fraud against the council. Ensuring that all our spending goes on delivering and improving public services. 

Melton Mowbray’s Magical Christmas – Shop Local, Celebrate Big

Shop local, soak up the festive spirit, and celebrate big in Melton Mowbray this Christmas.

Plans for new Cultural Hub announced following Loughborough College Group consultation on Melton Theatre

Remembrance Parade 2025

The Remembrance Parade will take place on Sunday 9 November 2025 in Melton Mowbray town centre.   Residents are invited to come together to watch the parade and attend the church service at St Mary’s, showing support to the local Armed Forces and recognise their sacrifices, past and present. 

Council leader makes statement on Stockyard Melton Mowbray

The leader has issued this statement, which gives an update on the Stockyard project, including what’s happened so far, what’s coming next, and how it will benefit the local area and community.

Letters to Heaven Initiative Blossoms into Wildflower Tribute at Melton Country Park

Melton Borough Council is pleased to invite members of the public to a special wildflower planting event at Melton Country Park near Doctors Lane on Wednesday, 26 November 2025 at 10:00am, marking the next chapter in the Letters to Heaven initiative. 

Delivering devolution and growth key to a council reorganisation plan published today 

A draft plan to reorganise councils, accelerate devolution and unlock economic growth across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland has been published.