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November 2024

Tue 12 November, 2024

Council presses for clarity on recycling collection laws

North West Leicestershire District Council (NWLDC) has asked the government for clarity about household recycling collections so that decisions on local recycling containers can be made.

Fri 8 November, 2024

Coalville gears up for a sparkling festive celebration

Coalville is gearing up for a festive extravaganza as the annual Christmas in Coalville celebration returns on Saturday 23 November from 10am to 5pm. Parts of the event have been sponsored by award-winning leisure operator Everyone Active - who run..

October 2024

Tue 29 October, 2024

Changes proposed to council tax in a bid to reduce empty properties

North West Leicestershire District Council (NWLDC) is proposing changes to council tax discounts and exemptions that could lead to fewer empty homes in the district.

Fri 18 October, 2024

Call for Coalville businesses to get involved in Christmas competitions

Businesses in Coalville are being encouraged to sign up to a best dressed window competition as well as a light inspired competition to illuminate the town for Christmas.

Mon 14 October, 2024

Over 65,000 bulbs planted across the district

More than 65,000 bulbs will be planted across the district thanks to North West Leicestershire District Council’s (NWLDC) Green Shoots Scheme and the support of the community.

Fri 11 October, 2024

Council uniform swap shop campaign wins a second national award

North West Leicestershire District Council (NWLDC) is celebrating after being recognised nationally for the second time for its School Uniform Swap Shop Campaign that ran earlier this year.

Fri 4 October, 2024

District-wide delivery of waste collection calendars to end

North West Leicestershire District Council (NWLDC) will no longer deliver copies of waste collection calendars to every household from this autumn.

September 2024

Mon 23 September, 2024

Mother and Child statue officially unveiled in new permanent location

Coalville’s newly restored Mother and Child statue has been officially unveiled in its new location at the entrance to Belvoir Shopping Centre.

Wed 11 September, 2024

Council encourages older people to claim pension credit – to retain winter fuel allowance payment

Older people in North West Leicestershire are being encouraged to claim the pension credit they’re entitled to – to unlock their access to winter fuel allowance.

Wed 4 September, 2024

Ashby Statutes fair comes to town

North West Leicestershire District Council (NWLDC), along with Ashby de la Zouch Town Council and organisers Pat Collins Funfair, announces the return of Ashby Statutes fair from next week.