The urban area of Leicester is one of the fastest growing areas in the country, with a diverse population of about 650,000. Planning for the future involves anticipating future growth and making decisions about where we allow more development for homes and jobs, as well as identifying the built...More
We initially intended to consult on the draft Local Plan in Spring 2020. However, the launch date was suspended due to the onset of Covid-19. During that period, additional studies have been completed which will inform the next stage of the Local Plan consultation process (after responses to the...More
Background:
Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPO) were introduced in the Anti-Social Behaviour Crime and Policing Act 2014. They are intended to deal with a particular nuisance or problem that is detrimental to the local community’s quality of life by imposing conditions on the use...More
We’re looking at how we can bring the Haymarket Theatre back into use to support the changing needs of the local community, whilst also delivering a range of artistic, educational, entertainment and hospitality opportunities.
We'd like to hear views and opinions from a wide range of people...More
As we the prepare to welcome you back to our leisure centres we are implementing safety measures in line with government guidance. We want to ensure that our valued customers and members are comfortable to return. And to address any concerns that you may have at this stage.
Your...More
Leicester City Council has produced Social Care and Education Participation Approach, a draft strategy which looks at how we can provide young people with unique opportunities to participate in decision making and service development processes.
We would like to hear views on the draft...More
The Equipment Management Board has confirmed that the current contractual arrangement with NRS will end on 31 March 2022 and a commissioning review has begun to procure a new service.
As part of this review, we are seeking stakeholder views on both the current service and future requirements...More
We are looking at how we can improve the way we work with local providers of accommodation and support for young people aged 16-25.
To help us understand more, we'd like to hear your views and experiences of current services, and your thoughts on what future services could look like.
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Originally scheduled for launch on 23 March 2020, Leicester City Council’s draft Local Plan consultation has been postponed until future notice due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) emergency.
However, a number of documents are available on this site which set out the council's current...More
Leicester City Council's Statement of Community Involvement (SCI) sets out how the council involves local residents and businesses in the preparation of planning policies and proposals for Leicester.
It also has information about how and when individuals and local communities can be involved...More
Following concerns by residents about speeding on Thurncourt Road, Leicester City Council is proposing to install traffic calming between Scraptoft Lane and Nursery Road..
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As someone who holds an allotment, we would like to find out a little more about you and how you feel about the service provided. We would be grateful if you could spend a few moments completing this survey, which would help us to plan and prioritise our services better in the future.
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This project concentrates on having meaningful conversation with women, to better understand the issues they face today.
Funded by central government, the Women Talking, City Listening project will collect the voices of women across the city until the end of June. We will then report...More
We are seeking your views on a 30-year transport blueprint for Leicester and Leicestershire.
A draft document on Leicester and Leicestershire Strategic Transport Priorities (LLSTP) has been prepared by the county and city councils to outline priorities for the two Local Transport...More
The council currently limits the number of hackney carriage (taxi) licences it issues. We are carrying out a survey to see if we should keep this limit, change it, or get rid of it altogether.
On-street observations of vehicle movements and usage have already taken place, and a survey of the...More
We are reviewing our policies and procedures for licensing private hire operators. This is part of our taxi strategy, where we will look at all areas of taxi licensing to see where improvements can be made.
Please note: In view of the Covid 19 pandemic we have extended the closing date for...More
We are reviewing our policies and procedures for licensing 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.
Please note: In view of the Covid 19 pandemic we have extended...More
Leicester City Council owns 20,830 properties across the city. This includes council houses, flats, maisonettes and bulgalows (this accounts for one in six homes in Leicester).
In order to ensure these properties are managed and maintained properly, we regularly review services for current...More
The number of children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) in Leicester is above the national average. This strategy sets out how we will support children with SLCN.
A comprehensive online and face-to-face audit was completed in 2019 to better understand the level of support...More
Scientists now agree that the climate is changing as a result of human activity. Global average temperatures have increased by 1ºc from pre-industrial levels and sea levels are rising. In Leicester and the rest of the UK we are already seeing the early signs of change.
More frequent intense...More
The Connexions Service was created in 2000 as a national support service for all young people aged 13-19 (up to 25 with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities). Funding that was originally given to local authorities for this service ended in 2011 as part of the Government’s public service...More
The Education Welfare Service (EWS) has responsibility for:
Promoting good attendance by reducing absence, including persistent absence
Enforcement of school attendance via the Courts (S444 Education Act 1996)
Administration of the Penalty Notice system (S444A and 444B Education...More
A number of residents have raised concerns about rat running, speeding and inconsiderate parking within Humberstone Village.
Main roads affected by proposed traffic calming measures:
Main Street
Stanley Drive
Steins Lane
Tennis Court Drive
Vicarage...More
The council's policy on pavement cafe licensing has not been reviewed for a number of years. The purpose of this consultation is to check that the policy still meets our requirements and takes account of any changes since the last review that might impact on the policy.
One aspect of the...More
This draft joint commissioning strategy on mental health in Leicester aims to improve services and people’s experience of them by focusing on factors affecting health and wellbeing, developing prevention and early intervention services and appropriate care, while at the same time addressing...More
If you have been Christmas shopping, skating at Jubilee Square ice rink, visiting Santa in the Square and other festive activities or just enjoying the city festive atmosphere, we would really appreciate you telling us about your experiences.
The survey will take around five minutes to...More
The council's policy on pavement cafe licensing has not been reviewed for a number of years. The purpose of this consultation is to check that the policy still meets our requirements and takes account of any changes since the last review that might impact on the policy.
One aspect of the...More