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Leicester's Climate Assembly application form
Leicester City Council declared a climate emergency in February 2019, along with many other councils across the UK. Since then, we have developed proposals for how we think Leicester will need to change to become carbon neutral. . We will be holding a Climate Assembly in Leicester city centre on Saturday 18 January 2020 to enable residents to have their say on the proposals. We are currently seeking to recruit 50-70 local people who would like to be a part of the Climate... MoreClosed 31 December 2019 -
20mph speed limit - Wentworth Road area
Leicester City Council is proposing to change the speed limit from 30mph to 20mph in the Wentworth Road area. MoreClosed 16 December 2019 -
Brading Road and Medina Road proposed traffic calming scheme
Leicester City Council is proposing to install traffic calming on Brading Road and Medina Road to help reduce speeds, improve safety and discourage through traffic. This is in response to a petition received from residents of Brading Road requesting the installation of traffic calming features. Traffic calming on Medina Road is included in the scheme to discourage displaced traffic from Brading Road. MoreClosed 9 December 2019 -
Children and young people living in care
We believe in supporting all of our children and young people to have a safe place to live and thrive. We recognise that most children and young people are best brought up within their own families, however where this is not possible, we do our best to find a family or a home that best meets their needs and offers the support and opportunities needed for success and happiness in later life. To meet this vision, we need to have the right home, in the right place, at the... MoreClosed 1 December 2019 -
Early outcomes fund speech, language and communication survey
This survey is a joint project involving Leicester City Council, Nottingham City Council and Derby City Council, working with Better Communication CIC. It relates to an Early Outcomes Fund project funded by the Department for Education that aims to improve outcomes for children and young people with speech, language and communication needs. As part of this work, we are seeking parents', carers' and providers' views on current support for children and young people, as well what changes... MoreClosed 30 November 2019 -
Domestic abuse and sexual violence services consultation
Leicester City Council, Leicestershire County Council, Rutland County Council, and the Police and Crime Commissioner for Leicestershire are in the process of re-commissioning sexual and domestic violence and abuse services across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. This involves looking at ways in which we can improve how we respond to perpetrators and support victims and their families We currently commission a range of independent services for people affected by domestic or... MoreClosed 24 November 2019 -
Hackney and private hire vehicle driver licensing
We are reviewing our policies and procedures for licensing drivers of hackney carriages and private hire vehicles. This is part of our taxi strategy, where we will look at all areas of taxi licensing to see where improvements can be made. MoreClosed 17 November 2019 -
Social care charging policy
Leicester City Council is proposing a change to its financial assessment for people who receive non-residential care. This survey can be filled in by anyone, not just those who receive help from adult social care. Why is change needed? The Care Act 2014 introduced changes to the guidance on financial assessments. We plan to bring our assessments in line with the current guidance. What are we proposing? Everyone who is eligible for adult social care has a financial... MoreClosed 15 November 2019 -
Leicester Local Plan reference documents
This page contains links to relevant reference documents from the recent Leicester Local Plan consultation. Please note that the consultation, which ran from 26 July - 17 December 2017, is now closed and that all of these documents are available for reference purposes only. Sustainability assessment refererence document Sustainability assessment questionnaire document Potential development sites reference document Potential development sites... MoreClosed 31 October 2019 -
Charnwood tenants survey
Leicester City Council's Housing Department would like to hear your views and comments on issues that affect your home and local community - in this instance, the Charnwood Estate. This survey will help us plan for the future and decide where we spend funding to improve the environment of the estate. Questions in this survey relate to issues that have been raised by local residents. MoreClosed 31 October 2019 -
Polling District Review 2019 Stage 2
In accordance with the Representation of the People Act 1983, the council has a duty to divide the city into polling districts and to designate a polling place for each of these districts. The legislation also requires every local authority to complete a review of its polling districts and polling places by 31 January 2020. Consequently, we are commencing our review from Monday 12 August 2019. MoreClosed 18 October 2019 -
Groby Road bus lane
We are considering the introduction of a bus lane to tackle the issue of a 'bus pinch point' on Groby Road (A50). A pinch point for buses occurs where there is a lot of traffic and/or the road narrows. This leads to traffic slowing down and congestion, causing bus services to be delayed and become unreliable. The proposed bus lane will be on the city-bound section of Groby Road between Mary Road to Medina Road. As the A50 is a major route for bus services into the city, it is anticipated... MoreClosed 30 September 2019 -
Dovelands / Letchworth Road North 20mph zone
Leicester City Council is proposing to introduce 20 mph zones in the area around Dovelands School, and also around Letchworth Road to the north of Glenfield Road. This proposal will involve changing the speed limit to 20 mph and the installation of traffic calming features on streets that show higher vehicle speeds. Download map showing streets affected by the proposed Dovelands 20mph zone . Download map showing streets affected by the proposed Letchworth Road North 20mph... MoreClosed 29 September 2019 -
20mph Zone - Somerset Avenue Area
Leicester City Council is proposing to change the speed limit from 30mph to 20mph on Somerset Avenue and surrounding streets in the vicinity of Alderman Richard Hallam School. To help reduce speeds, improve safety and discourage through traffic we are proposing to install traffic calming on Avebury Avenue, Somerset Avenue, and Cheltenham Road. MoreClosed 23 September 2019 -
20mph zone - Thurnby Lodge School Area
Leicester City Council is proposing to change the speed limit from 30mph to 20mph on streets surrounding Thurnby Lodge School. To help reduce speeds, improve safety and discourage through traffic, we are proposing to install traffic calming on Elmcroft Avenue, Ocean Road, Dudley Avenue and Dakyn Road. MoreClosed 23 September 2019 -
Statement Of Community Involvement
Leicester is a city that has recently seen great change in its buildings, public spaces, shops and attractions. It has plans to continue its economic growth working with local businesses and the community. This growth must be well planned to ensure that it continues to support businesses and the economy as well as delivering attractive buildings and places. An important part of good planning is meaningful engagement and discussion with the community, businesses and services that... MoreClosed 13 September 2019 -
Polling District Review 2019
In accordance with the Representation of the People Act 1983, the council has a duty to divide the city into polling districts and to designate a polling place for each of these districts. The legislation also requires every local authority to complete a review of its polling districts and polling places by 31 January 2020. Consequently, we are commencing our review from Monday 12 August 2019. MoreClosed 6 September 2019 -
New Walk Character Appraisal and Management Plan
The Character Appraisal and Management Plan for the New Walk conservation area identify what makes the area special, and set out proposals and actions to preserve and enhance the area's special character. We are inviting comments on both the appraisal and the plan. MoreClosed 5 September 2019 -
Public Spaces Protection Order for Dog Control
Leicester City Council's currently operates three Public Spaces Protection Orders for Dog Control across the city: Fouling Exclusion Dogs on leads These grant the council legal powers to take enforcement action in relation to any dog control issues that may occur. The current powers are valid for three years, and are due to expire on 1 December 2019. We are asking key stakeholders and members of the public for their views on our plans to extend the current Public... MoreClosed 11 August 2019 -
Morland Avenue area 20mph limit
Leicester City Council is proposing to introduce a 20mph speed limit on Morland Avenue and Grenfell Road. This is part of our commitment to improve road safety and encourage walking and cycling near to schools and in residential areas. The speed limit on these streets is currently 30 miles per hour. No further traffic calming measures are proposed. Download map showing streets affected by the proposed 20mph speed limit . MoreClosed 9 August 2019 -
Heathley Park area 20mph zone
Leicester City Council is proposing to introduce a 20mph zone in Heathley Park. This is part of our commitment to improve road safety and encourage walking and cycling near to schools and in residential areas. The speed limit on these streets is currently 30 miles per hour. No further traffic calming measures are proposed. Download map showing streets affected by the proposed 20mph zone . MoreClosed 9 August 2019 -
Apprenticeship Graduation 2019
This year's Apprenticeship Graduation Ceremony was held on Friday 28 June at De Montfort Hall. If you've been a participant in the event, please give us your feedback. MoreClosed 21 July 2019 -
Recycling banks consultation
Leicester City Council currently provides a network of recycling bank sites for residents of Leicester City to recycle glass bottles and jars, and paper, cardboard and textiles. To achieve savings whilst improving the service we are proposing the following changes: Remove all the paper and card recycling banks at the 27 sites where these are provided, and all the glass banks at the 62 sites where these are provided. Introduce new recycling bins that accept a wider... MoreClosed 10 June 2019 -
Childcare Sufficiency Assessment – Parental Survey 2019
We are seeking the views of parents and carers about their needs for childcare. Your views are important to us as they will help us decide how to plan new childcare services, and ensure that places meet the needs for local families. In particular, we would like to know how you use childcare, what you think about it, and whether you would like to use more. All responses will be treated in absolute confidence and will only be used to help us assess the need for future childcare... MoreClosed 26 May 2019 -
Joint health and wellbeing strategy
Our Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy (JHWBS) sets out the health priorities for Leicester and provides details of Leicester City Council and the city’s Health and Wellbeing Board’s plans over the next five years to tackle these priorities. Our strategy is a ‘call to action’ to tackle the origins of ill health in our city by fostering a shared understanding and approach to protecting health and wellbeing with local organisations and communities. Evidence shows that simply... MoreClosed 19 May 2019 -
Museums and Galleries Service Survey
We are carrying out market research to gain insight into people’s views of our museum and art galleries service. These include New Walk Museum and Art Gallery, Newarke Houses Museum, Abbey Pumping Station, The Guildhall and Belgrave Hall and Gardens. MoreClosed 19 May 2019 -
MyAccount customer survey
MyAccount is part of Leicester City Council’s website which allows people to: access council services 24/7 create and view requests save time keep up to date with email alerts. MyAccount was launched in 2015 and since then we have been constantly adding new services to the site to allow greater online access for residents. The council is now looking to improve the customer experience. We are asking you how we could... MoreClosed 5 May 2019 -
Selective licensing of privately rented homes
Leicester City Council is considering the introduction of Selective Licensing to areas of the city where there are high levels of private rented accommodation. These include parts of: Braunstone Park and Rowley Fields Castle Fosse Saffron Stoneygate Westcotes The scheme could also be introduced to other parts of the city if it was considered appropriate. Under Selective Licensing anyone who rents out a property in a designated area would be required... MoreClosed 5 May 2019 -
Parks and open spaces byelaws
Leicester City Council carried out a consultation on proposed changes to park and open spaces byelaws in October / November 2018. Responses were analysed and a decision was made to implement the proposed changes as there were no overwhelming objections or identification of needs. T he Secretary of State has given leave for the proposed byelaw to be progressed, and this consultation provides members of the public with the opportunity to comment in the final... MoreClosed 24 April 2019 -
Joint Health and Social Care Learning Disability Strategy 2019-2022
This draft strategy aims to improve services and people’s experience of them in Leicester. We have a legal duty to write a strategy and deliver a plan that will improve services for people with a learning disability. This includes what we should change about the way we work in order to meet the needs of people with a learning disability. Learning disabilities are conditions that affect the way a person understands information and how they communicate. A learning disability can be mild... MoreClosed 23 April 2019
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