Latest news

• Join the business innovators at exciting virtual event

  Published on Friday 11 June 2021

  The most innovative and entrepreneurial businesses in the Harborough district are set to take part in a unique virtual event – and more people are being invited to take part.

• Fly-tipping in district falls for second year in row

  Published on Friday 11 June 2021

  Harborough District Council's successful Tip Off campaign continues to drive down fly-tipping in the Harborough district – bucking the national trend which has seen incidents increase.

• Woman first to receive higher fine after fly-tipping

  Published on Wednesday 9 June 2021

  A woman has been fined £400 for ‘duty of care’ offences, relating to fly-tipping, under new tougher measures introduced by the Council.

• More than £925,000 given out to local projects

  Published on Wednesday 9 June 2021

  A diverse range of community projects have received a welcome financial boost – totalling more than £925,000 – thanks to the district council.

• Council to become LOROS 'Compassionate Workplace'

  Published on Tuesday 8 June 2021

  Harborough District Council is set to become the first LOROS ‘compassionate workplace’ in the East Midlands.

• Harborough’s independent businesses to join Fiver Fest High Street campaign

  Published on Friday 4 June 2021

  Local independent shops and businesses across Harborough District are once again taking part in the Totally Locally National Fiver Fest in a bid to boost the local economy.

• Tell us how we can work together to tackle climate emergency

  Published on Tuesday 1 June 2021

  People are being asked to have their say on tackling climate change across the Harborough district.

• Town’s Sunday antiques market set to return

  Published on Friday 21 May 2021

  The popular Antiques Market is set to return to Market Harborough over the bank holiday weekend – with a new Sunday carvery available too.

• Jobs initiative to continue to help people into work

  Published on Wednesday 19 May 2021

  Job seekers are set to have a permanent route into the workplace thanks to a successful Harborough District Council initiative becoming long-term.

• Bid to install extra electric vehicle charging points

  Published on Tuesday 11 May 2021

  More electric vehicle charging points could be introduced across the Harborough district if a bid for funding is successful.

• Statement on Planning Committee – 11 May 2021

  Published on Friday 7 May 2021

  Following a High Court ruling on 4 May 2021 that local authority meetings must be open to the public in a physical sense, we have had to review the arrangements for the Planning Committee on 11 May.

• ‘Stay vigilant’ message as woman gets fly-tipping fine

  Published on Friday 7 May 2021

  Residents and businesses are being urged to ‘stay vigilant’ and ensure that anyone removing rubbish from their premises is legally allowed to do so.

• Have a say on proposals to tackle psychoactive substance misuse

  Published on Thursday 6 May 2021

  Residents are being asked to have their say on the introduction of a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) for use of psychoactive substances, such as nitrous oxide, linked to anti-social behaviour.

• Council Chairman to continue in role for next year

  Published on Wednesday 5 May 2021

  The current Chairman of Harborough District Council, and Vice Chairman, will continue in their civic roles for the coming year.

• Department for Education Notice

  Published on Tuesday 4 May 2021

  DIOCESE OF LEICESTER MOWSLEY ST NICHOLAS CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL

• Landlords’ Forum – join free virtual event

  Published on Tuesday 13 April 2021

  Calling all landlords, letting agents and those with an interest in housing!

• HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

  Published on Friday 9 April 2021

  The Chairman of Harborough District Council has paid tribute to HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

• People urged to respect parks and behave appropriately

  Published on Wednesday 31 March 2021

  Update on Council-owned parks and open spaces after concerns raised about anti-social behaviour.

• Call for sites with potential for development

  Published on Monday 29 March 2021

  Landowners, developers, site promoters and property agents are being encouraged to come forward if they have land which could be suitable for development.

• Funding support for leisure centres to help recovery

  Published on Wednesday 24 March 2021

  Leisure centres in the Harborough district, which are set to reopen after lockdown, are set to benefit from Government funding announced this week.

• Council marks one year on from the start of lockdown

  Published on Tuesday 23 March 2021

  Single cherry trees are being planted in two locations in the Harborough district to acknowledge the impact of Covid-19 one year since the first national lockdown began.

• New window display to welcome shoppers

  Published on Tuesday 16 March 2021

  An innovative and eye-catching window display is now adorning an empty shop in Market Harborough town centre.

• First ever Harborough Jobs Week set to get underway

  Published on Monday 15 March 2021

  Are you looking for a job? Maybe you need support in updating your CV or sharpening your interview skills? If so, don’t miss the first ever Harborough Jobs Week.

• Young people step into workplace thanks to scheme

  Published on Friday 12 March 2021

  More than 30 work placements, created to help young people struggling to find employment in the challenging economic climate, are now ready to be filled.

• Strong progress in providing future jobs and homes

  Published on Thursday 4 March 2021

  Much-needed housing, employment and infrastructure are continuing to be provided for people who need it in the Harborough district, according to a new report.

• Planning decisions– 2 March 2021

  Published on Wednesday 3 March 2021

  Decisions from Harborough District Council's planning committee meeting on 2 March 2021.

• Get involved with Harborough Jobs Week

  Published on Wednesday 24 February 2021

  Calling local employers! Do you have upcoming job vacancies?

• Council approves budget amid financial challenges

  Published on Tuesday 23 February 2021

  Harborough District Council has approved its budget as it looks to tackle significant financial challenges over the year ahead.

• Affordable homes plan given go-ahead

  Published on Wednesday 17 February 2021

  Plans to create 38 affordable homes in Market Harborough have been approved.