News – Melton Borough Council

Celebrating Champions at the Let’s Get Moving Melton Awards

The 2025 Let’s Get Moving Melton Awards brought the community together for an inspiring evening of recognition and celebration.

26 January 2026

Cllr Higgins handing over a cheque to community group

Councillors forgo allowance increase to fund local community causes

Councillors agree to spend £18,000 on funding local community causes.

19 January 2026

Leader calls for urgent Government action as budget pressures intensify

Next week, Melton Borough Council's Scrutiny Committee will consider the Cabinet's draft budget proposals for 2026/27.

14 January 2026

Call for Communities to ‘Stand up to Flooding’ Anniversary

Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland's Local Resilience Forum (LRF) is calling on residents and businesses to prepare for future risks through its ‘Stand up to Flooding’ campaign.

14 January 2026

Council announces new housing repairs and maintenance contract in response to tenant feedback

A new contract to deliver repairs and maintenance services for council tenants across the borough will commence in April 2026.

22 December 2025

Stockyard Project Advances with Design Enhancements

The Cabinet at Melton Borough Council are set to decide on significant improvements that have been announced for Stockyard Melton Mowbray, including a Cultural Hub, upgraded facilities, and a new approach to site management.

10 December 2025

North City South map showing proposed areas

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.

28 November 2025

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.

21 November 2025

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.

19 November 2025

Fraud Awareness week - everyone has a part to play

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.

18 November 2025