News

Dear Residents,

Please find below the most recent updates on our beat priorities:-

PRIORITY

Rural Crime - you told us you were concerned about rural crime, this is crime specifically targeting rural matters, or rural communities. Along with the rural crime team we are looking to address this.

ACTION TAKEN

The force has established a rural crime team, who will lead the way in co-ordinating and dealing with... Read More »

Dear Residents,

ASB Awareness Week 2024 runs from 18 to 24 November. It encourages communities to take a stand against ASB and highlights the actions that those experiencing it can take. This week there will be a number of ASB events running across our policing area. You can keep up to date via our social media channels.

Please scan the QR code on the attached ASB leaflet to learn more on our website.... Read More »

Want to bring a boost to your biking by trying an e-bike? Leicestershire County Council have got just the course for you!

The County Council are inviting Leicestershire residents (not Leicester City - sorry!) to have a go on their bikes 🚲

Put power to your pedal and in your pocket - you'll be able to claim £300 off an e-bike!

Join them on 20 November at County Hall, Glenfield - book now - https://www.choosehowyoumove.co.uk/cycling/ebike/... Read More »

Please see the attached newsletter.

It's hard to believe that it's already been a year since we teamed up with SimpliSafe to help enhance safety in homes and communities for everyone.

In the last 12 months, we've achieved so much together: sharing safety tips, sponsoring the Volunteer Recognition Awards, donating systems to those in need, and raising the profile of our charity's work as a result of the feedback from our Crime & Community... Read More »

This is a very important safety message around parking at schools and the potential dangers to school children, staff and parents.

All of our schools around Harborough district suffer with this issue. Please follow this message and park in a safe place making sure zig zags yellow lines are clear.

Parking on zig zag lines is an offence and could result in a fine and points on your licence. More importantly... Read More »

Is your community prepared? Do you have a Community Flood Warden?

It is recommended that every parish should have at least 2-3 wardens, not just those who have a large river, brook or watercourse running through their area.

During the 2023 Storm Babet and Ciaran, Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland saw large amounts of flooding including areas that are not normally affected. This was due to the saturated... Read More »

Leicestershire Police have put the attached poster together for people to display if they do not want any trick or treaters this halloween.

The Home Upgrade Grant (Phase 2) is a Government backed scheme delivered by local authorities to improve home energy efficiency.

For full details please see here: Green Living Leicestershire Home Upgrade Grant (HUG) | Leicestershire County Council

People across Leicestershire can take advantage of free bus travel this autumn, details below:

• WHEN – All Saturdays between 19th October and 30th November 2024 inclusive people can travel for free. You can travel from the first timetabled service of the day to the last bus.
• WHO – No age restrictions, if you already qualify for free travel, board the bus the usual way.
• HOW - To qualify for... Read More »