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.
July 2024
Binosaurus and Green Guardian join the wagon line-up!
23rd Jul
Two new refuse and recycling vehicles in Charnwood have been officially named! Charnwood Borough Council ran its popular Name That Wagon competition once again and put a call out to young residents to help name two new bin lorries which recently..
Get snapping those open spaces in Charnwood!
22nd Jul
Charnwood residents are invited to take snaps of their favourite parks and open spaces in the borough for a photo competition. Charnwood Borough Council launched the competition in 2021 as part of the ‘Love the outdoors in Charnwood’ campaign to..
Partnership to keep Charnwood clean for further seven years
18th Jul
Charnwood Borough Council has awarded a new contract to long-term refuse and recycling partner Serco to ensure the borough continues to remain clean and tidy for years to come. The borough council and Serco have worked together since 2009 and the new..
Consultation over Charnwood Local Plan modifications
17th Jul
A consultation is underway over proposed changes to the draft Charnwood Local Plan 2021-37 as the process to develop it reaches an advanced stage. The draft Local Plan provides a robust strategy for growth in Charnwood and identifies how the borough..
Local beauty spot becomes local nature reserve
17th Jul
Booth Wood in Loughborough has been designated as a local nature reserve to help support and encourage more wildlife at the site. Charnwood Borough Council manages the 10-acre woodland to the west of the town. The site has been confirmed as a local..
Time is running out to nominate your Charnwood Community Heroes
16th Jul
Charnwood residents are being encouraged to thank those that continue to go above and beyond in the borough. Charnwood Community Heroes recognises those in the local community who have carried out a good deed – no matter how small or large. This..
Work starts on Hope Bell which will mark pandemic’s impact on Charnwood communities
16th Jul
Initial foundation work is underway on the installation of the Hope Bell in Loughborough which will mark the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on local communities. The structure will be a tribute to the NHS and key workers and a reminder of how..
Networking events continue to engage with council tenants
12th Jul
Council tenants and leaseholders attended a special event in Birstall on Monday July 8. The latest tenant networking event took place at Birstall Village Hall from 10am until 2pm. It followed the event that took place at Loughborough Town Hall last..
Rosie finds a new home thanks to Mayor visit
12th Jul
Six-month old bull terrier Rosie is on her way to a new home thanks to the power of social media. The Mayor of Charnwood, Councillor Dr Julie Bradshaw MBE, paid a visit to Dogs Trust Loughborough on Thursday June 20. Dogs Trust is one of the..
Loughborough boosted by new market stalls
11th Jul
Loughborough’s historic market has invested in the future after taking delivery of new stalls for its traders. The market, which has operated for over 800 years and is now run by Charnwood Borough Council, has replaced 69 stalls with new robust..