News
December 2024
Council Leader's statement on English Devolution White Paper
18th Dec
The Leader of Charnwood Borough Council, Cllr Jewel Miah, has issued a statement following the Government’s publication of the English Devolution White Paper. Cllr Miah said: “I welcome the new Government’s intention to devolve more power and..
More than 130 Loughborough businesses receive crime reduction and digital support
17th Dec
More than 130 businesses in Loughborough have received support through initiatives aimed at tackling crime and improving digital skills. The initiatives are part of the Living Loughborough project, which is being led by Charnwood Borough Council and..
Mayor of Charnwood's Christmas and New Year's message
17th Dec
It is with such immense joy that in the 50th year of the formation of the borough of Charnwood, we took office as Mayor and Mayoress. We feel extremely privileged to be sending this heartfelt Christmas message to you all and wanted to share what a..
Tree-mendous giveaway takes place in Charnwood
12th Dec
Over 3,500 free tree saplings have been on offer to residents across Charnwood. The giveaway took place on Saturday, 30 November and Sunday, 1 December in two locations in Loughborough and Birstall. The remaining trees were then given out to..
Join the Mayor of Charnwood for a festive carol service
11th Dec
The Mayor of Charnwood’s Annual Community Carol service will take place during the Christmas period. The festive event takes place on Thursday 19 December at 7pm (to be seated by 6.45pm) at All Saints with Holy Trinity Church, Steeple Row,..
Charnwood Sports Awards 2024 winners revealed
10th Dec
Sporting excellence and achievement in Charnwood has been celebrated at an annual awards ceremony. The 14th Charnwood Sports Awards were held at Burleigh Court in Loughborough on Monday evening (9 December). The event, which is organised and run by..
Consultation on draft Council budget
10th Dec
Views are invited on Charnwood Borough Council’s draft budget for 2025/26. The Council’s lead member for finance, Cllr Ian Ashcroft says the draft budget shows the authority continues to focus on careful financial management and ensuring value..
Charnwood’s hospitality sector scoops up top local awards
9th Dec
A number of businesses and events in Charnwood collected top prizes at a regional tourism awards ceremony. The Leicestershire Promotions Tourism & Hospitality Awards recognise the successes and event and businesses across the past 12 months. The..
Support your local businesses on Small Business Saturday
3rd Dec
Residents are being encouraged to support local businesses in the run up to Christmas. Small Business Saturday returns on Saturday, 7 December and is asking people to shop small where they can. Charnwood Borough Council, in partnership with Discover..
'If you or someone you know has a disability, make it the norm to discuss it'
3rd Dec
Charnwood Borough Councillor Robin Popley, who represents the Shepshed East ward, has written the following article to mark the UN’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities on Tuesday, 3 December, 2024... As I sit down to write this..
Active Charnwood team win national award
2nd Dec
The Active Charnwood team have been celebrating after winning a national award. They have been named Community Partner of the Year at the 21st annual Sense Awards, which recognise the achievements of people with complex disabilities and the people..
Christmas Lights Switch-On launches festivities in Loughborough
2nd Dec
Thousands of people visited Loughborough on Friday, 29 November to see the Christmas lights being switched on. The event, organised by Charnwood Borough Council, kickstarted a weekend of festive fun with stage entertainment, festive food and drink,..