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Have your say now on the future of local councils in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland
Published on Monday 9 June 2025Residents, businesses and organisations are being urged to have a say on the future of local councils in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
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Views on council car parks invited
Published on Thursday 5 June 2025Harborough District Council is asking for feedback to help to ensure its car parks meet the needs of residents, visitors, and people who work in the district, now and in the future.
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Share your views on public open spaces
Published on Wednesday 4 June 2025Harborough District Council is inviting residents to have their say on the future of public open spaces in the district.
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Councillors' Ward Improvement Grant Scheme is now open for 2025/26
Published on Monday 2 June 2025Harborough District Council has made more money available to support local projects that will benefit residents and improve the environment within their ward.
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New business support service launched by council
Published on Monday 2 June 2025Businesses are encouraged to access a new programme of business support, the Harborough District Business Advice Service (HDBAS).
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Businesses encouraged to apply for Green Growth and Innovation Fund
Published on Monday 2 June 2025Funding is now available from Harborough District Council for innovative ideas and green growth.
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Corporate Peer Challenge 2024 – full report and action plan published
Published on Monday 2 June 2025Harborough District Council is pleased to publish its full report from the Local Government Association Peer Challenge which took place in November 2024.
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National and local partners express support for Market Harborough Rewilding Project
Published on Friday 30 May 2025A number of local landowners from adjacent plots have come forward to express an interest in joining an ambitious district council-led rewilding project to the north of Market Harborough.
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Pétanque piste officially open for play
Published on Thursday 29 May 2025A specially built area where residents and visitors can play pétanque has officially opened in a well-loved Market Harborough park.
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Inclusive Friendship Park opens to the community
Published on Thursday 29 May 2025Market Harborough’s Friendship Park has officially opened to the public to enjoy.
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Awards set to celebrate volunteers for second year
Published on Wednesday 28 May 2025Following their success last year, the Harborough District Community Awards will be held for the second time this autumn.
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Councils working together on Harborough District draft local plan
Published on Tuesday 27 May 2025.
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Possible town council for Market Harborough to be discussed
Published on Friday 23 May 2025A report about the benefits of creating a town council for Market Harborough will be considered by the Market Harborough Special Expense Advisory Panel on 11 June 2025.
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The Symington Building and Market Hall to have restoration work
Published on Thursday 22 May 2025Major improvements are to be made to two of Market Harborough’s iconic community assets to preserve their condition.
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Employment scheme extended to help more people into work
Published on Wednesday 21 May 2025A scheme aimed at getting people into full time employment has been extended.
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New Chairman confirmed at Annual Council
Published on Tuesday 20 May 2025Councillor Peter James has been elected as Chairman of Harborough District Council for the 2025/26 council year.
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Freedom of the District honour granted to Lauren Henry
Published on Tuesday 20 May 2025Gold medallist Lauren Henry has been granted the Freedom of the District for her amazing sporting achievement.
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Climate friendly information to be shared at Sustainability Accelerator Event
Published on Friday 16 May 2025A sustainability-focused convention is scheduled for local businesses during Great Big Green Week.
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Funding available for rural businesses and organisations
Published on Wednesday 14 May 2025Rural enterprises and community organisations across the Harborough district are invited to apply for shares of over £200,000.
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Grant scheme launched to boost local vibrant event scene
Published on Monday 12 May 2025New grant funding is available for the growth and support of public events that attract visitors to Harborough district’s towns and villages.
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New heritage grants to celebrate Harborough district’s history and culture
Published on Monday 12 May 2025Businesses and organisations in Harborough district are invited to apply for new grant funding designed to support the celebration and promotion of local heritage, culture and historical venues.
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Flood Support Grant for Harborough residents extended
Published on Tuesday 6 May 2025.
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Statement – death of Cllr Barbara Johnson
Published on Friday 2 May 2025Everyone at Harborough District Council is deeply shocked and saddened by the unexpected death of Cllr Barbara Johnson.
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Council provides assurances over valued sports hall
Published on Wednesday 16 April 2025Harborough District Council is reassuring residents and clubs over the future of the Harborough Leisure Centre sports hall, after rumours have circulated around possible future uses.
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Tree-mendous response as fruit trees are given away
Published on Wednesday 16 April 2025Thousands of residents living in the Harborough district have benefitted from the council’s free fruit tree scheme.
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Join events to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day
Published on Friday 11 April 2025Residents are invited to join events taking place in Harborough district to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe, known as Victory in Europe Day (VE Day).
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Works to conserve historic church supported by council
Published on Tuesday 8 April 2025A heritage conservation project has been completed at St Dionysius Church, Market Harborough.
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Local residents work together to plant a new Tiny Forest in their community
Published on Saturday 22 March 2025Residents got together and brought their spades, shovels and gardening gloves for a free family tree and shrub planting event at The Headlands Recreation Ground in Market Harborough.
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Council cuts total annual greenhouse gas emissions by 39% since 2019-20
Published on Friday 21 March 2025Harborough District Council has cut its total annual greenhouse gas emissions by 39% since 2019-20, while Harborough district’s overall emissions have reduced from 12.6 tonnes per person in 2005 to 7.7 tonnes per person in 2022.
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Council continues to support local communities and businesses through UKSPF funding
Published on Friday 21 March 2025Harborough District Council has secured an additional £710,593 from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) to boost local businesses, skills, and community initiatives in 2025/26.
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