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The interim submission – which includes outline plans for expanding Leicester’s boundaries – has been put forward in response to the Government’s invitation to councils to explore how local government could be reorganised.
It proposes the creation of an expanded city council alongside a second, new unitary authority covering the remaining area of Leicestershire and Rutland, both meeting the Government’s target population of 500,000 or more residents.
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The Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) – which was introduced over 40 years ago – uses radio signals to tell some electricity meters to switch heating or hot water systems on or off. It is due to be phased out by the end of June 2025, as the system is no longer viable.
Around 4,000 households in Leicester are affected, most of which have storage heaters linked to an old-style RTS electricity meter that will need to be replaced as soon as possible.
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With Leicester City Council publishing its statutory report last month on the flooding that affected more than 150 properties in the city at the beginning of 2024 because of Storm Henk, and with the second year of flooding hitting just a few days ago - we've put together some key points from the report and what's being done to help homeowners in future.
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For landlords in Leicester, subletting is a topic that can bring both risks and opportunities. While tenants may find subletting a convenient option to manage their living arrangements, landlords must stay informed and vigilant about the legal and contractual implications.
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You can give your views on how the special character of one of Leicester’s 25 designated conservation areas should be preserved or enhanced.
Leicester City Council has launched a public consultation inviting comments on a new draft character appraisal and management plan for the Knighton Village conservation area.
The Knighton Village Conservation Area was first designated in 1975 to cover the historic core of the former village of Knighton.
