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- Fine for illegal works in Glenfield
- Planning appeal in Blaby
- Cosby Yarn Bomb ending
- Park transfer agreed
- Job Fair coming soon!
- Explore our Ice House
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- Stepping to better health
- DWP at Council Offices
- New Youth Green Forum
- Have your say - Boundary review
- Play the Blaby Lottery
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🌳 Fines for illegal tree work in Glenfield
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Fines totalling £5,880 have been given to both a tree specialist and a landowner for illegal work to a mature ash tree in Glenfield protected by a Tree Preservation Order.
Arboriculturist Mr Lee Ward of Mountsorrel undertook extensive work on the tree under the instruction of Mr Paul Powell at Steyning Crescent, Glenfield, despite being protected by a Tree Preservation Order since 1990 along with other trees in the area.
As a result of the severity of these illegal works, and the condition that the tree had been left in (which can be seen with the picture above), the Council prosecuted both Mr Ward and Mr Powell. At Leicester Magistrates’ Court on 29 June 2022 and 24 August 2022 both were fined for their involvement in the works.
Mr Ward, who undertook the works without consent, was ordered to pay a fine of £1,600, with £980 in costs and a victim surcharge of £160. Mr Powell, who instructed the works without consent, was ordered to pay a fine of £1,360, with £1,620 in costs and a victim surcharge of £160.
Find out more by using the link below.
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⚖️ Date set for Blaby planning appeal
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An appeal hearing for an application we refused in Blaby in May 2020 will take place later this month.
The hearing against the application on land off Sycamore Street will be held on 22-23 September 2022 at the Council’s offices in Narborough.
Following the appeal hearing, the Planning Inspectorate will either agree with the Council’s refusal and ‘dismiss’ the appeal or disagree with the decision and ‘allow’ the appeal, which will grant planning permission.
More information is available in a Fact Sheet using the link below.
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🧶 Yarn Bomb enters its last days!
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Have you been to see the Cosby Yarn Bomb yet? Time is running out to see this year's edition!
Once again volunteers have outdone themselves with incredible displays across the whole village and their 'Make a Splash' theme.
You still have a chance to see the incredible and colourful sea themed displays, as well as a few surprises! Our Visit Blaby team have also sponsored one of the displays, this fantastic 'Al-ask-a-Salmon' installation you can see above.
The display will start to come down on Monday (05 Sept) so this weekend is your last chance! You can find more pictures of what you can see, as well as more details about visiting the village using the link below to visit their Facebook page.
Everyone at Blaby District Council would like to congratulate the group for their amazing efforts, and for ensuring Cosby remains a popular tourist destination for so many people.
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🤝 Agreement reached to transfer park
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We are delighted to say that that an agreement in principle has been reached with Enderby Parish Council to transfer the ownership of Southey Close Recreation Ground.
Southey Close Recreation Ground, known locally as Wimpey Park, is a former landfill site and popular open space with a football pitch and playground. The agreement, subject to approval by Blaby District and Enderby Parish Councillors, will see the Parish Council own and maintain the site to be used as open space forever more.
As part of the agreement both councils committed to ensuring the whole site will remain an open space and that no development will ever take place.
Find more using the link below.
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👍 Job Fair just days away!
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We're back with another Job Fair! Here's your chance to take a look at hundreds of opportunities available for you or someone you know.
Whether you're looking for work, just got your A-Level results and aren't sure what to do next, or simply want to look for a new challenge, you can join us at Everards Meadows and meet face-to-face with a host of employers.
The Job Fair runs from 11:30am-4pm on Wednesday 14 September, and there's up to three hours free parking at Everards Meadows. Set your sat navs to LE19 2AN.
There's a range of local employers, including Everards, Hilton Hotel, Marriott Hotel and Busy Bees Nursery. We'll even be there to show the opportunities available at Blaby District Council.
Find out more below.
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🧊 Take a tour of the historic ice house
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We thought you might enjoy this classic picture of the historic ice house in Blaby, which was taken in 1995.
You might remember reading and seeing the work we undertook in the last year to restore the ice house back to its former glory, along with our archaeological dig on Bouskell Park, where the ice house sits.
The history of both the park and the ice house is fantastic, and we're giving you the chance to take a look round and experience the ice house and park for yourself on one of our tours.
Use the link below to find out more and to book your place. The one-hour tour is just £5 per adult, with up to four children FREE with every paying adult. Our next tour is scheduled for Saturday 24 September to don't delay and book your place now!
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🦶 Steady Steps helps you to better health
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If you (or anyone you know) are 65+, and:
- Feel unsteady on your feet
- Have a fear of falling or have a history of falls
The Steady Steps 24-week falls prevention programme could be ideal for you!
Each weekly class improves your balance and confidence, and helps people with a history of falls, fractures and osteoporosis. It also includes home-based exercises.
For referrals and more information, you can email the Active Blaby team below.
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ℹ️ Access a work coach here in Narborough
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Anyone living in the district can now access a DWP work coach at our Council offices in Narborough.
In June we successfully launched the service with the DWP to support residents with advice from a work coach that can help with employment support, training opportunities, money advice and more.
The service currently runs three days per week on Monday, Wednesday and in the afternoons only on Friday.
Access to a work coach is by appointment only and you can book appointments by emailing us using the link below.
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📍 Young people can make their voice heard
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We're looking for members for our Youth Council and Youth Green Forum!
Our Youth Council meets monthly and gives young people the chance to discuss issues close to their heart, engage with our councillors and to make a difference within the local community. This year, our Youth Council has chosen to focus on hate crime and vaping.
The Youth Green Forum is a newer group, with current members working on the agenda for the next year. Green Forum members meet monthly and give young people a voice to talk about and act on their concerns about climate change and our environment.
Interested in joining? Know someone who might want to be a part of our Youth Council or Youth Green Forum? Anyone can join up to the age of 19! Benefits of joining include:
- Valuable skills and experiences for the future
- Certificates of achievement to add to a CV
- Volunteer hours that can be used towards Duke of Edinburgh or other accreditations
- Getting an insight and active role in local democracy
If you would like to join either (or both!) of these groups, or you would like any more information, please email our team using the link below.
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👍 Polling Place Review consultation
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With boundary changes set to take place in time for next year's District Elections, we want your views on our Polling Place Review.
The proposals will change where a very small number of people in Glenfield, Blaby, Braunstone Town and Leicester Forest East vote. All affected residents would be informed by letter well before the next polling day.
Find the details and have your say using the link below before 15 October.
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💸 Money available for your community group!
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Play the Love Blaby Lottery today and get the chance to win the Jackpot of £25,000!
Not only this but you’ll be supporting your local community while you play! It’s a win-win!
Every time you buy a ticket you can select a local Good Cause to support, with 50p of the £1 ticket going to helping them thrive, with a further 10p going into the Blaby District Community Fund to support other Good Causes across the District!
Support your local community and play the Love Blaby Lottery today! Click the button below to find out more.
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