This section contains our latest press releases as well as links to our press release archive.
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For media inquiries, please contact the council communications team on 01509 634705 or 01509 634681 email communications@charnwood.gov.uk.
The communications team includes Mike Roberts, communications manager, Stacey Comery, senior communications officer, Lewis Harbon, communications officer and Daley Francis, communications officer.
May 2024
Council to recognise care experienced people as protected characteristic
15th May
Steps have been taken in Charnwood to reduce discrimination of people who have come through the care system. Charnwood Borough Council has voted to treat care experienced people as a protected characteristic when it makes decisions and develops..
Record breaking swimmer appointed new Mayor of Charnwood
14th May
An open water swimming world record holder has been sworn in as Mayor of Charnwood for 2024-25 at the Council’s Annual Meeting. Cllr Dr Julie Bradshaw MBE, who has been a borough councillor since 2011, has said it is a proud moment to be appointed..
Work underway on Town Deal-backed arts facility project
10th May
Loughborough Town Deal's chair has welcomed news that work has begun on a 1930s derelict building in Loughborough to transform it into a multi-media arts hub. The Generator project, which is supported by a £1.6 million grant from Loughborough..
Refuse supervisor looks back at 50 years on the bins
3rd May
A refuse supervisor who has been collecting waste and recycling in Charnwood for 56 years, has shared some of his memories as the borough marks its 50th anniversary. The Council is highlighting everything that is great about the area, including its..
Loughborough East Ward by-election results
3rd May
The Loughborough East Ward by-election took place on Thursday May 2, 2024. Counting of the vote took place at Loughborough Leisure Centre on Friday May 3. The results from the by-election can be found on the Council's website.
April 2024
New market to help young people kickstart businesses
30th Apr
Young people in Charnwood are being invited to sign-up to take part in a new market in Loughborough which aims to support budding businesses. A pilot Loughborough KickStart Market will take place on Sunday May 26 between 10am-4pm and will provide an..
Remember your photo ID on May 2
30th Apr
Voters in Charnwood are being encouraged to have a say in the two elections taking place on Thursday May 2. People will be able to cast their vote in the Leicestershire Police and Crime Commissioner election and Loughborough East by-election. In..
Fresh produce on the menu in Syston thanks to Charnwood Community Grant
26th Apr
A community garden in Syston which is encouraging residents to live sustainably whilst offering free and fresh produce is being supported by a Charnwood Community Grant. Grow, Give, Live has received £1,000 through Charnwood Borough Council’s..
Life-saving defibrillator installed at the Outwoods
23rd Apr
A popular open space in Loughborough has had a life-saving defibrillator (AED) installed. Charnwood Borough Council has worked in partnership with Joe Humphries Memorial Trust (JHMT) to install the equipment at the Outwoods in Loughborough. The..
New summer event planned as part of action-packed programme
18th Apr
A series of exciting events will take place this year for residents and visitors to enjoy including a fantastic new summer event. The borough council will be holding ‘Celebrating Charnwood’ over a weekend in June which will include film..