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November 2022
Monday, 21 November 2022
National Safeguarding Adults Week
This week, 21 - 27 November, is National Safeguarding Adults Week. If you notice changes in an adult with care and support needs which cause you concern, contact adult social care services in the area they live.
Wednesday, 16 November 2022
Council commits additional funds to boost local Cost of Living support offer
Oadby & Wigston Borough Council (OWBC) is committing to an extensive and comprehensive financial programme offering support to those struggling the most with the cost of living crisis. At its Full Council meeting on Tuesday 15 November, borough..
Monday, 14 November 2022
Disposal of Land at London Road Oadby – share you views
Oadby & Wigston Borough Council has received an above market value offer from an individual wanting to purchase a strip of land which currently forms part of the Reflection Garden in London Road, Oadby.
Thursday, 10 November 2022
Ukrainian Tea Club is opening in Oadby
The social space for Ukrainians in our community to find support and friendships is launching at The Barnabas Centre, St. Paul's Church, Oadby on Saturday 26 November from 10am - 12pm.
Thursday, 10 November 2022
Help shape the future of our customer service offer
Residents, businesses and organisations are being encouraged to share their views and opinions on the future of our customer service offer.
Monday, 7 November 2022
Have you thought about standing in next year's local elections?
Find out more about becoming a borough councillor before voters head to the polls on May 4 2023.
Monday, 7 November 2022
Remembrance parades return to Oadby & Wigston
Residents of Oadby & Wigston are being encouraged to come out and support the borough’s Remembrance parades, which will be returning this year after a two-year pause due to the pandemic. The parades and church services, which will take place in..
Thursday, 3 November 2022
Save the dates - it's time to turn on our Christmas lights!
Three light switch on events are taking place in Oadby & Wigston this November bringing stalls, fun fair rides, live music and the Christmas spirit to our borough!
October 2022
Friday, 28 October 2022
Nuisance neighbour hit with closure order
A partial Closure Order has been granted for a flat on Blaby Road in South Wigston after local residents and businesses in the area raised repeated concerns about persistent anti-social behaviour.
Thursday, 27 October 2022
Renovation work under way as borough council builds for a greener, financially stable future
Renovation work at Brocks Hill Country Park in Oadby to transform the main building to incorporate a new home for Oadby & Wigston Borough Council (OWBC) is under way.
Tuesday, 25 October 2022
Have your say at our Residents' Forums this November
All are invited to join our Residents' Forums in November and learn about and have your say on topics such as crime and antisocial behaviour, local health and wellbeing opportunities, and upcoming consultations.
Friday, 14 October 2022
Free parking at East Street Car Park, Oadby
To support businesses while essential water pipe works take place in Oadby Town Centre, car park charges in East Street Car Park have been paused.
Friday, 7 October 2022
Relaunch of Mental Health Support Service on World Mental Health Day
*Shared in partnership with Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland Health and Wellbeing Partnership The NHS in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) together with the local authorities in the city, county and Rutland are joining forces to..
Thursday, 6 October 2022
HMP Fosse Way - Progress Update
Work continues on the new prison being built in Glen Parva, HMP Fosse Way.
Monday, 3 October 2022
Community’s poignant new sculpture officially unveiled
Community groups in Oadby have pulled together to add a new sculpture to an ever-improving and developing reflection park in the town.
September 2022
Wednesday, 28 September 2022
Gold for Oadby & Wigston in East Midlands In Bloom competition
Oadby & Wigston has been awarded ‘Gold’ in the annual East Midlands in Bloom competition thanks to the dedicated efforts of community groups, volunteers and organisations across the borough. The annual Oadby & Wigston entry is..
Wednesday, 21 September 2022
Armed Forces veterans and serving personnel are invited to breakfast!
Do you know someone that's served in our Armed Forces, loves a natter, a cup of tea and a breakfast sandwich?
Tuesday, 20 September 2022
Muslim and Hindu leaders call for Leicester community calm
Leaders of Leicester's Muslim and Hindu communities have echoed calls for calm following recent tension and disorder in the city. They gathered on the steps of a city mosque on Tuesday 20 September to condemn the violence. In total, 47 people..
Tuesday, 20 September 2022
East Leicester disorder - man jailed as investigations continue
*Shared in partnership with Leicestershire Police* A 20-year-old man has been sentenced 10 months in prison following his arrest during the disorder in East Leicester. Amos Noronha, of Illingworth Road, Leicester, appeared at Leicester Magistrates’..
Wednesday, 14 September 2022
Service of Commemoration and Thanksgiving for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
On the eve of the state funeral, people of all faiths and none are invited to attend Leicestershire’s Service of Commemoration and Thanksgiving for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Two hundred seats have been made available on a first come, first..
Tuesday, 13 September 2022
Letter of condolence to King Charles III from the Council Leader
In line with official protocols the Leader of Oadby & Wigston Borough Council, Cllr John Boyce, has written a letter of condolence to offer the sympathies of the borough to King Charles III.
Thursday, 8 September 2022
Her Majesty The Queen - Statement from the Mayor
The Mayor of Oadby & Wigston and councillors and officers of Oadby & Wigston Borough Council are deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty The Queen. The Mayor of Oadby & Wigston, Councillor Rosemarie Adams, said: “It is with great..
August 2022
Friday, 12 August 2022
With no rain in the forecast and the driest July since 1911, Severn Trent asks people to use water wisely
With temperatures hitting the 30s once again and after the UK saw the driest July since 1911, Severn Trent is asking people to use water wisely as demand increases to some of the highest peaks on record.
Monday, 1 August 2022
Oadby & Wigston parks land Green Flag award for 15th time
Brocks Hill Country Park in Oadby and Wigston’s Peace Memorial Park have achieved the Green Flag Award for the 15th year running.
July 2022
Thursday, 21 July 2022
Have your say at our Residents' Forums
Our next Residents' Forums are taking place in August.
Monday, 18 July 2022
New electric vehicle charging points installed in South Wigston
Residents in South Wigston are being supported to make greener choices following the installation of new electric vehicle charging points in Countesthorpe Road Car Park.
Friday, 15 July 2022
Red warning: Emergency services issue a plea to stay safe in the heat
With temperatures set to soar this weekend, NHS, police, fire and council chiefs are joining forces amid concerns about growing pressure on hospitals and ‘risk to life’. The Met Office have now issued a red weather warning for the East Midlands..
Thursday, 14 July 2022
Oadby and Wigston aim for Gold in East Midlands in Bloom competition
Judges from East Midlands in Bloom arrived in Oadby and Wigston this week to assess the borough’s efforts in the annual competition.
Wednesday, 13 July 2022
Innovative Oadby & Wigston council office move gets green light
Oadby & Wigston Borough Council (OWBC) will swap its primary offices to Brocks Hill Country Park in an innovative, green and cost-saving move. The move will see the council better its financial position by more than £2million over the next 10..
Tuesday, 12 July 2022
Hot Weather Anglian Water update
*Shared in partnership with Anglican Water The ongoing hot weather is driving a big increase in demand for water, although there are no significant impacts on customers at this time. With the hot weather forecasted to continue we are expecting to see..
Friday, 1 July 2022
Srebrenica Memorial Week
This year’s Srebrenica Memorial Week is taking place from Monday 4 – Monday 11 July.
June 2022
Wednesday, 29 June 2022
Region's universities sign first-ever agreement to tackle local issues together
Universities and councils across Leicestershire have signed an historic agreement to work together to drive economic growth and tackle social challenges across the region.
Monday, 27 June 2022
Armed Forces Day 2022
Oadby & Wigston Borough Council has raised the Armed Forces Day 2022 flag at our offices in Wigston.
Friday, 17 June 2022
Age UK announced as Platinum Jubilee Shop Front Competition winner
Age UK in Wigston has been announced as the winner of the Oadby & Wigston Borough Council (OWBC) Platinum Jubilee Shop Front Competition.
Friday, 10 June 2022
Two fraudsters issued with POCA orders
Two women who were convicted of fraud offences against Oadby and Wigston Borough Council and a cancer charity have been issued with Proceeds of Crime Act orders.
May 2022
Tuesday, 31 May 2022
Free parking over the bank holiday weekend
To support events and activities across the borough over the bank holiday weekend, parking will be free in all our car parks from Thursday morning through to Sunday night.
Tuesday, 31 May 2022
Council tax rebates issued to 20,000 Oadby & Wigston residents
All 20,000 residents automatically due the £150 council tax energy rebate payment in Oadby & Wigston have now either received their payment or a letter advising them on how to claim it. Councils across the country have been tasked with..
Monday, 30 May 2022
Join our Platinum Jubilee celebrations!
To celebrate The Queen's Platinum Jubilee, three Big Jubilee Lunch events are taking place in the borough over the June bank holiday weekend.
Friday, 27 May 2022
Council office move a step closer after planning approval
Innovative plans that could see Oadby & Wigston Borough Council move its primary offices to Brocks Hill Country Park have been approved by its development control committee. The council revealed plans last year which would see Bushloe House - the..
Friday, 27 May 2022
Oadby Community Choir is looking for members
Are you looking for a new hobby? Oadby Community Choir is welcoming new members
Thursday, 26 May 2022
Funding scheme launches in Oadby & Wigston to reduce energy bills
Oadby & Wigston Borough Council has secured Government funding to help residents improve the warmth and efficiency of their homes.
Monday, 23 May 2022
Get ready for an active adventure in Blaby Road Park!
Eight parks across Leicestershire and Rutland are hosting the Let’s Get Moving Active Adventure challenge.
Friday, 13 May 2022
Councils to consider approach over housing and employment distribution
This press release has been issued on behalf of Leicester City Council, Leicestershire County Council, Blaby District Council, Charnwood Borough Council, Harborough District Council, Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council, Melton Borough Council,..
Thursday, 12 May 2022
Celebrate the Platinum Jubilee in Oadby & Wigston with family-friendly trails
The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Beacon Trail has arrived in South Wigston, Wigston and Oadby offering a fun and free activity for the whole family to get involved in and learn more about The Queen’s 70-year reign.
Wednesday, 11 May 2022
Oadby & Wigston appoints new Mayor as Wombles recognised for litter picking efforts
Councillor Rosemarie Adams has been appointed as Mayor of Oadby and Wigston for the 2022-23 municipal year.
Tuesday, 10 May 2022
Join new Wistow to Wigston trail in honour of local saint
People are being invited to join together for an extraordinary ‘pilgrimage’ between two communities in honour of a Leicestershire saint.
Monday, 9 May 2022
Solar Together scheme launches in Oadby & Wigston
Save on energy bills and help cut carbon emissions by investing in solar panels through an exciting new group-buying energy scheme.
Monday, 9 May 2022
First 6,000 council tax rebate payments made in Oadby & Wigston
More than 6,000 residents in Oadby & Wigston have now received their £150 council tax energy rebate, with thousands more due for payment in the coming days. Councils across the country have been tasked with administering payments to households..
Tuesday, 3 May 2022
Leicestershire Building Control Partnership launches
An exciting new agreement bringing together six council’s Building Control teams into one service has started.