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Have your say on future of local government in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland

5 February 2026 HBBC

Communities are encouraged to have their say in a Government consultation on the future of local government in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

General HBBC News

Consultation launched on future of governance in Hinckley

28 January 2026 HBBC

Those with an interest in the town of Hinckley are invited to give their views on the future of its governance.

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Borough Council confirms line‑up of free community events for 2026

28 January 2026 HBBC

The Borough Council is delighted to announce a full programme of free community events taking place throughout 2026.

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Hinckley students showcasing talents at Atkins Gallery exhibition

20 January 2026 HBBC

A free-to-enter exhibition in Hinckley is showcasing the work of talented students from North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College.

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New weekly food waste recycling service launching in March 2026

14 January 2026 HBBC

A new weekly food waste recycling service is set to help residents recycle food waste and reduce their environmental impact.

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Awards celebrate local volunteers

17 December 2025 HBBC

Volunteers who make a real difference in Hinckley and Bosworth were honoured at the annual Making a Difference awards, recently held at Hinckley Rugby Club.

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BALLERS Pool Lounge opens in The Crescent, Hinckley

16 December 2025 HBBC

BALLERS Pool Lounge will officially open in Hinckley’s The Crescent this week, the first of its kind in the shopping complex.

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Visitors enjoy popular Festive Feast market in Hinckley

15 December 2025 HBBC

Thousands of people enjoyed the ever-popular Festive Feast food and craft market in Hinckley on Sunday (14 December).

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Give your views on economic future of Hinckley and Bosworth

15 December 2025 HBBC

People in Hinckley and Bosworth are being asked for their views to shape the next five years of economic regeneration in the borough.

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Christmas and New Year arrangements 2025

4 December 2025 HBBC

The following opening times during the Christmas and New Year period have been announced by the Borough Council, together with the arrangements that have been made for various council services.

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New planters at Community Hospital

3 December 2025 HBBC

The Borough Council has helped to install new garden planters at Hinckley & Bosworth Community Hospital, creating more vibrant spaces for patients.

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Eight councils submit bold vision for local government structure

28 November 2025 HBBC

Eight Leicestershire and Rutland councils have worked together to submit a bold vision to Government for future council structures.

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Urgent government action needed on business rate relief changes

25 November 2025 HBBC

Market towns across Leicestershire have joined forces to urge government to reconsider proposed changes to business rates relief, which they say threaten the future of hundreds of small businesses.

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Hinckley’s spectacular Christmas lights switched on

25 November 2025 HBBC

Thousands of people visited Hinckley town centre to see the town’s spectacular Christmas lights switched on.

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Injunction and power of arrest issued for anti-social behaviour at property in Burbage

21 November 2025 HBBC

Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council has successfully been granted an injunction and power of arrest on an individual, following complaints of anti-social behaviour by the tenant.

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Council flat closed after Anti-Social complaints

20 November 2025 HBBC

A council flat in Earl Shilton has been closed for three months after neighbours raised concerns over anti-social behaviour.

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New festive walking trail launched for light switch-on event

13 November 2025 HBBC

Visitors to Hinckley’s Christmas light switch-on event will be able to win prizes in a fun and free new festive walking trail when they come along on Friday 21 November.

General HBBC News

Free parking on Saturdays this Christmas season

12 November 2025 HBBC

Christmas shopping in Hinckley will be given a boost once again this year with free car parking in selected town centre car parks on Saturdays in the run-up to Christmas.

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Hinckley’s spectacular Christmas lights switch-on 2025

10 November 2025 HBBC

Thousands of people are expected to visit Hinckley town centre later this month to see the town’s spectacular Christmas lights switched on.

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Hinckley students scoop prizes in Recycling Hero competition

6 November 2025 HBBC

Five Hinckley youngsters have been crowned Recycling Heroes after scooping prizes at a school competition.

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Borough Council service helps Margaret, 90, after fall

29 October 2025 HBBC

A service from the Borough Council helped a 90-year-old Hinckley woman to summon help quickly when she fell outside her home earlier this month.

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Successful outcomes for unhappy neighbours in Earl Shilton and Barwell

28 October 2025 HBBC

Residents in Earl Shilton and Barwell have had their recent complaints heard and acted upon by the Borough Council’s planning enforcement team.

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Spooktacular celebrated in Hinckley

28 October 2025 HBBC

Families, shoppers, and visitors celebrated Halloween in style when they took part in the Borough Council’s popular Spooktacular on Saturday (25 October).

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Community Initiative funds open for applications 2026/27

24 October 2025 HBBC

Community groups in Hinckley and Bosworth are being encouraged to apply for their share of the Borough Council’s Parish Community Initiative Fund and Hinckley Community Initiative Fund.

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Delivering devolution and growth key to a council reorganisation plan published today

20 October 2025 HBBC

A draft plan to reorganise councils, accelerate devolution and unlock economic growth across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland has been published today.

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Have your say on Local Plan

17 October 2025 HBBC

Residents, community groups, local businesses and others with an interest in the area are invited to give their views on the latest draft of the Hinckley and Bosworth Local Plan.

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Free tree scheme launches for 2025

10 October 2025 HBBC

Residents, businesses and community groups in Hinckley and Bosworth are again being invited to apply for free trees to help make the borough a greener place and to help fight climate change.

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Borough Council hosts free business events to boost skills and connections across Hinckley and Bosworth

9 October 2025 HBBC

Businesses in Hinckley and Bosworth are invited to take advantage of two free upcoming events hosted by the Borough Council and local partners.

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Council Leader issues statement to reassure residents

8 October 2025 HBBC

The Leader of the Borough Council has spoken out in support of a proud and inclusive borough while highlighting concerns about misinformation which may be alarming residents.

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Atkins Gallery dives into the depths with Underwater Photographer of the Year 2024 exhibition

3 October 2025 HBBC

The Atkins Gallery is delighted to present the Underwater Photographer of the Year 2024 Exhibition, showcasing the breathtaking beauty and diversity of life beneath the surface.

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Businesses across Hinckley and Bosworth gain free access to a new free Learning Hub

1 October 2025 HBBC

Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council (HBBC) and Hinckley BID have launched a new business learning hub in partnership with SEEDL, a virtual live learning subscription service.

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Coat exchange scheme to launch

30 September 2025 HBBC

A coat exchange scheme is coming to venues across Hinckley and Bosworth this autumn.

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New Pool Hall & Sports Bar set to open in The Crescent

22 September 2025 HBBC

The Crescent is set to welcome its first-ever Pool Hall & Sports Bar, marking a milestone in its nine-year history.

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Councils across Leicestershire launch campaign to tackle long-term impact of litter

18 September 2025 HBBC

Councils across Leicestershire are shining a spotlight on the lasting environmental impact of litter with the launch of the Litter Lives On campaign.

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New exhibition marks Second World War anniversaries

11 September 2025 HBBC

A new exhibition remembering the end of the Second World War is now open at the Atkins Gallery.

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Visitors enjoy a fun-filled Burbage Common Open Day

10 September 2025 HBBC

Visitors to Burbage Common enjoyed a fun-packed day on Sunday (7 September) at its annual open day event.

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North, City, South council leaders cannot support city boundary expansion in draft reorganisation plan

5 September 2025 HBBC

A joint statement from the eight North, City, South councils in Leicestershire and Rutland:

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Heritage Open Days return for 2025

3 September 2025 HBBC

History enthusiasts and families are once again invited to a series of Heritage Open Days across the borough this September.

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Competition launched to name new food waste trucks

29 August 2025 HBBC

A competition has been launched giving residents the chance to name the council’s new food waste trucks.

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New blue plaque for Hinckley veteran and boxer Sydney Bolesworth

20 August 2025 HBBC

A new blue plaque in Hinckley commemorates local army veteran and decorated boxer Sydney Bolesworth.

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Have your say on the future of a Hinckley Town Council

20 August 2025 HBBC

Local residents are being urged to have their say on the future of local representation in Hinckley.

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Feast Hinckley 2025 a record-breaking success

4 August 2025 HBBC

The weather held out over the weekend as popular food and drink festival Feast Hinckley returned to Argents Mead in the town centre.

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Professor Dame Carol Black given Freedom of the Borough

25 July 2025 HBBC

Renowned physician Professor Dame Carol Black GBE FRCP was awarded the Freedom of Hinckley and Bosworth at a recent Extraordinary Council meeting.

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Snap Dragon Children’s Festival returns to Argents Mead

18 July 2025 HBBC

THE popular Snap Dragon Children and Families Festival is back with three fun filled days for all the family in Hinckley’s Argents Mead.

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Uniform Swap Shop returns for summer

18 July 2025 HBBC

School uniform swap shops return this summer and from Friday 1 August will be open in local co-ops and community venues across Hinckley and Bosworth to help families prepare for the new school term.

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Hollycroft Park and Argents Mead once again awarded coveted Green Flag Awards

16 July 2025 HBBC

Hollycroft Park and Argents Mead in Hinckley have once again raised the prestigious Green Flag Award, an international quality mark for parks and green spaces.

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The Art of Music Exhibition comes to Atkins Gallery

16 July 2025 HBBC

The Atkins Gallery in Hinckley is excited to present a new exhibition titled ‘The Art of Music’.

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Highly successful food festival Feast Hinckley returns

10 July 2025 HBBC

Popular food and drink festival returns to Argents Mead, Hinckley over the weekend 2 to 3 August, 10am to 5pm with over 45 vendors offering a range of national and international cuisine.

General HBBC News

Council recognised for tackling fuel poverty

9 July 2025 HBBC

The Borough Council’s commitment to tackling fuel poverty has achieved national recognition.

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Deadline to have a say on future of councils

8 July 2025 HBBC

Time is running out to have a say on the future of local councils in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

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