News
September 2021
Monday, 13 September 2021
University of Leicester receives Freedom of the Borough honour
Oadby & Wigston Borough Council (OWBC) has bestowed the highest civic honour it can give – Freedom of the Borough – upon the University of Leicester in the year that it celebrates it’s Centenary. The University of Leicester has been..
Friday, 3 September 2021
New route to homeownership for working families in a first for Leicestershire
Local people in Oadby and Wigston have the unique chance to become homeowners without the need for an upfront deposit in a first for Leicestershire. Rentplus homes allow working people to move into brand new home with no deposit. They pay affordable..
Wednesday, 1 September 2021
Permit offer to keep parking price low for locals and regular shoppers
Details of the new parking scheme and charges for Oadby and Wigston
August 2021
Wednesday, 25 August 2021
Pop-up vaccinations in South Wigston - 26, 27 & 28 August
The NHS has announced that a vaccination drop-in site in will be in South Wigston on 26, 27, 28 of August. No appointments are needed and you can just turn up at North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College in Blaby Road (LE18 4PH) without an..
Friday, 20 August 2021
Oadby & Wigston Borough Council in pledge to help Afghan families
Two Afghan families forced to flee from Afghanistan will be invited to relocate in Oadby & Wigston after the borough council pledged its support. The Taliban’s recent takeover of the country has put thousands of locally employed staff and their..
Friday, 6 August 2021
Cannabis user fined in court after neighbours complain about quality of life
A 26-year-old woman is successfully prosecuted for cannabis use which was having a negative impact on the lives of neighbours
Monday, 2 August 2021
Keep Safe Places available as lockdown eases
*Shared in partnership with Leicestershire County Council* With lockdown restrictions eased and more people getting out and about, shoppers are reminded that “Keep Safe Places” are available. Residents are reminded that a number of venues are..
July 2021
Thursday, 22 July 2021
Get vaxxed and enjoy being back
Get vaxxed – enjoy being back is a new local campaign created to encourage young people to get their Covid-19 vaccinations
Thursday, 22 July 2021
New summer campaign puts small tourism and hospitality businesses in the spotlight as country reopens
*Shared in partnership with the Federation of Small Businesses New summer campaign puts small tourism and hospitality businesses in the spotlight as country prepares to reopen Local cafes, restaurants and night-time venues are being celebrated..
Monday, 19 July 2021
FSA explains PPDS changes for food businesses
The Food Standards Agency's (FSA’s) are running a webinar for UK food businesses on the topic of prepacked for direct sale (PPDS) food labelling.
Monday, 19 July 2021
‘Keep looking out for your community’ as Covid-19 restrictions lifted
Communities in Oadby & Wigston are being urged to apply caution and continue to support each other as Covid-19 restrictions end. Oadby & Wigston Borough Council will be supporting the Leicestershire wide ‘It’s Down to Us’ campaign which..
Monday, 19 July 2021
Waste Site Arrangements - 19 July Update
As of Monday, 19th July, no appointments will be necessary to visit a county council recycling and household waste site in Leicestershire.
Thursday, 8 July 2021
Notification Of Essential Safety Maintenance Works M1 Junction 20 to M1 Junction 21 Northbound
Highways England will be carrying out essential maintenance work on the M1 between junction 20 and junction 21 on the northbound carriageways only.
Thursday, 8 July 2021
COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics To Be Held At King Power Stadium
Walk-in COVID-19 vaccination clinics will be running at King Power Stadium next week, to encourage more people in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland to get their jab.
Wednesday, 7 July 2021
Car Parking Charges - John Boyce response to Neil O'Brien
Leader of the Council, Councillor John Boyce responds to a letter from Neil O'Brien OBE MP regarding parking charges in Oadby and Wigston.
Wednesday, 7 July 2021
Get the covid jab; get back to what you enjoy
Anyone who has not yet been vaccinated or is due their second dose of the Covid-19 vaccine in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland is urged to go and get their jab in the next two weeks, as the local NHS scales up the number of vaccine opportunities..
Tuesday, 6 July 2021
Citizens Advice (LeicesterShire) Services
Citizens Advice LeicesterShire services available to residents in Oadby and Wigston
June 2021
Monday, 28 June 2021
Sign Up for Free Holiday Clubs this Summer
Free holiday clubs are available this summer for children and young people who are eligible for free school meals.
Friday, 25 June 2021
Big Vaccination Weekend in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland 25 – 27 June
Health leaders in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) are encouraging all adults (18+) in LLR that are yet to have either their first or second dose of the Covid-19 vaccine to get vaccinated this weekend.
Thursday, 24 June 2021
Final week to submit EU Settlement Scheme applications
EU citizens living in Leicestershire and Rutland are being urged to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme before the deadline of Wednesday 30 June.
Tuesday, 22 June 2021
Armed Forces Day 2021
Oadby and Wigston Borough Council is delighted to show its support for Armed Forces Day this year and every year.
Friday, 18 June 2021
Closure Order Granted on Council Flat in Wigston
A closure order has been granted for a council flat at Boulter Crescent in Wigston after people living nearby raised repeated concerns about the tenant’s persistent anti-social behaviour.
Friday, 18 June 2021
Are you 18 years of age and over? You can book your COVID-19 vaccination
If you are 18 and over you can now book your COVID-19 vaccination.
Wednesday, 16 June 2021
Letter from District Councils as Leicestershire County Council’s intends to reject the 15m government grant to support Melton’s relief road.
Read the statement from District Councils in response to Leicestershire County Council’s intent to reject the 15m government grant to support Melton’s relief road.
Friday, 11 June 2021
Leader of The Council responds to Neil O’Brien MP - Draft Car Parking Strategy Consultation
Leader of The Council, Councillor John Boyce, responds to a letter from Neil O’Brien MP regarding the consultation of the Council's draft Car Park Strategy.
Thursday, 10 June 2021
Additional Test Kits Available to Help Fight Virus
The county council is taking more steps to prevent the spread of coronavirus after a ‘concerning’ rise in cases over the past few days.
Thursday, 10 June 2021
Citizens Advice Reminds EU citizens to Apply to EU Settlement Scheme Before 30 June
Citizens Advice LeicesterShire is reminding EU citizens to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme before the deadline of 30 June 2021.
Monday, 7 June 2021
Pride Month Activities
Events taking place across Leicestershire for Pride Month 2021.
Monday, 7 June 2021
Community Action Partnership
Do you need help to get around? If you live in Oadby & Wigston the Community Action Partnership can help.
Monday, 7 June 2021
Call for residents to ‘take care’ as cases double
Leicestershire residents are being urged to ‘take action now’ to stem a rise in coronavirus rates after cases more than doubled in a week.
Tuesday, 1 June 2021
Community Clean Day
The Housing department will be holding a community clean day at Junction Road on Thursday 3rd June at 9.30am.
May 2021
Thursday, 27 May 2021
Pressures on Primary Care Services - Facebook Live Event
GPs in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland have issued a heartfelt thank you to local people for their support during the pandemic and ask for their continued patience as they begin to restore services and help increasing numbers of patients to get..
Wednesday, 26 May 2021
Leader of The Council responds to Neil O’Brien MP Regarding Draft Car Parking Strategy Consultation
Leader of The Council responds to Neil O’Brien MP Regarding Draft Car Parking Strategy Consultation
Wednesday, 26 May 2021
Leicester Guidance on COVID Restrictions
Over the last 48 hours there has been confusion regarding extra COVID restrictions for certain hotspot areas which included Leicester.
Wednesday, 19 May 2021
Installation of Charging Points for Electric Vehicles Now Complete
The installation works, undertaken by EB Charging, are now complete at all three of the selected sites in the borough. From today, residents and visitors in Oadby and Wigston will be able to use the charge points.
Wednesday, 12 May 2021
Lateral Flow Tests for Those Attending Wembley on Saturday
In light of Leicester City Football Club securing a place at the FA cup final, all ticket holders are required to have a lateral flow test within 48 hours of travelling down to Wembley.
Monday, 10 May 2021
Mental Health Awareness Week
Hosted by BOWS (Blaby, Oadby,Wigston & South Wigston) and Nationally by the Mental Health Foundation, Mental Health Awareness Week will take place from 10-16 May 2021. The theme is 'Nature'.
Friday, 7 May 2021
Have Your Say on the Introduction of a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO)
Residents of Oadby and Wigston 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.
April 2021
Wednesday, 28 April 2021
Dialogue Society Leicester - Virtual Iftar
Details about the Dialogue Society's virtual Iftar.
Tuesday, 20 April 2021
Virtual Business Breakfast Meeting With OWBC
This is the second Business Gateway Growth Hub and Oadby and Wigston Borough Council breakfast webinar of 2021. In this session which is targeted at our SME businesses a range of topics will be presented focussed on support and development..
Tuesday, 20 April 2021
Collection of Contact Details Regulations
Now that restrictions are easing and venues are reopening it is essential to have the right tools in place to help prevent transmission of COVID-19.
Thursday, 15 April 2021
Bin Collections - Oadby
The crews were unable to gain access to two streets in Oadby.
Friday, 9 April 2021
Installation of charging points for electric vehicles at Wigston Leisure Centre now complete
The installation works, undertaken by EB Charging, are now complete at Wigston Leisure Centre in Wigston. Residents and visitors in Oadby and Wigston will be able to use the charge points.
Friday, 9 April 2021
Leader of the Council pays tribute to HRH Prince Philip
A tribute statement from the Leader of Oadby & Wigston Borough Council, Councillor John Boyce on the death of His Royal Highness, the Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh on 9 April 2021.
Friday, 9 April 2021
County leaders pay tribute to The Duke of Edinburgh
Following the sad death of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, HM Lord-Lieutenant of Leicestershire, Michael Kapur OBE, said: “I am deeply saddened by the death of The Duke, who dedicated his life to the service of our country and to..
Thursday, 8 April 2021
COVID Assessment for Businesses
Have you taken all the safeguards and measures to protect your staff and customers? Apply to the Council for your COVID assessment before reopening.
Thursday, 8 April 2021
South Leicestershire Local Authorities Online Landlord Forums
South Leicestershire Local Authorities Online Landlord Forums.
Thursday, 8 April 2021
Refuse Collections on Jordan Avenue and Florence Avenue
Refuse crews tried to gain access to Jordan Avenue and Florence Avenue today to empty refuse bins but unfortunately access to the roads was blocked by cars.
Wednesday, 7 April 2021
Prohibition of Right Turn from Wakes Road into McDonalds
Leicestershire County Council Highways has agreed to a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order at Wakes Road, Wigston.
Thursday, 1 April 2021
New Business Support Grants Available
There are two government business support grants available on the Councils website. The Additional Restriction Grant(ARG) and the Restart Grant.