News
August 2020
Friday, 14 August 2020
Refuse and Recycling Collection on Manor Road Extension
Due to road works the Refuse and Recycling Team were unable to get down Manor Road Extension on 13th August. There will be a double collection next week to rectify this.
Thursday, 13 August 2020
Extended Local Lockdown Discretionary Business Grants Fund
Oadby and Wigston have been allocated £400K as part of the extended local lockdown discretionary business grants fund.
Monday, 10 August 2020
Oadby Educational foundation - Higher Education Grant
Grant application for students in full-time Higher Education.
Thursday, 6 August 2020
Oadby & Wigston Libraries to Open on 10th August
Fourteen Leicestershire libraries re-opened their doors for browsing, borrowing and returning books on Monday 3 August using an appointment system, with Oadby and Wigston libraries to follow on Monday 10 August.
Wednesday, 5 August 2020
Local Leisure Centres Reopening Date Announced
Local leisure centres in Oadby and Wigston are set to reopen, after being given the ‘green light’ by Prime Minister, Boris Johnson.
Wednesday, 5 August 2020
Shielding Advice to Be Relaxed in Oadby & Wigston
The Government will relax shielding advice in the Oadby and Wigston area in two stages on 10 August and 24 August. This is because the number of people with the virus in Oadby and Wigston area has fallen. You are advised not to travel into Leicester..
Wednesday, 5 August 2020
New Grant Scheme – Kickstarting Tourism
The Government recently announced a new support package for tourism businesses - Kickstarting Tourism - to help them adapt. The grants are 100% funded by the European Regional Development Fund and there will be no requirement to contribute..
Tuesday, 4 August 2020
Car Parking Charges Within The Borough
Parking charges for over three hour stays will be re-introduced from Wed 5th August.
Tuesday, 4 August 2020
Re-opening of play areas and outdoor gyms
Our play areas and outdoor gyms are now open but the equipment is to be used at your own risk.
July 2020
Friday, 31 July 2020
Armed Forces Award - Achieving Silver
Oadby and Wigston Borough Council is delighted to have been awarded the Armed Forces Silver Award as part of the Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS).
Friday, 31 July 2020
More Information Regarding The Lockdown Announcement
Information about the recent announcement regarding the lockdown in Oadby and Wigston.
Friday, 31 July 2020
Statement From Councillor John Boyce Regarding The Recent Lockdown Announcement
Statement from Councillor John Boyce, Leader of Oadby and Wigston Borough Council regarding the recent lockdown announcement.
Friday, 31 July 2020
Leicester City Council - Food Parcel Calls
Leicester City Council are in receipt of a list of shielded persons and are proactively contacting them to offer assistance and asking if they require a food parcels.
Friday, 31 July 2020
Joint statement regarding Raksha Bandhan 2020
Joint Statement regarding Raksha Bandhan 2020 from the NHS, Leicestershire County Council, Oadby and Wigston Borough Council, The Police and Crime Commissioner for Leicestershire, Leicestershire Police and Leicester City Council.
Thursday, 30 July 2020
COVID-19 Shielding Update
Shielding update for those shielding due to coronavirus (Covid-19).
Wednesday, 29 July 2020
10 Scams to Be Aware of During COVID-19
Ten scams to be aware of during COVID-19.
Wednesday, 29 July 2020
Innovation Friday Online Event
The Leicester Innovation Hub team, would like to invite you to their next Innovation Friday Online event on the 31st July at 10am. This month they are focusing on Engineering and Manufacturing Innovation with great opportunities and examples.
Tuesday, 28 July 2020
Joint Statement regarding Eid al-Adha 2020
Joint Statement regarding Eid al-Adha 2020.
Tuesday, 28 July 2020
Visiting Our Parks - Dog Owners
Although it is not apart of the government's guidelines, we request that if you are visiting our parks with your dog, could you please be mindful of other people out for a walk and other dog owners by ensuring your dog is kept under control.
Thursday, 23 July 2020
Pavement Café Policy
The Council has adopted a Pavement Café Policy to help promote vibrant and diverse areas of the town for people to enjoy.
Thursday, 23 July 2020
Census Engagement Manager
The Office of National Statistics are recruiting a Census Engagement Manager for Census 2021.
Monday, 20 July 2020
Businesses and Venues That Must Remain Closed to The Public
On 4 July 2020 regulations were introduced closing certain businesses and venues in Leicester. These regulations now only apply to the City of Leicester and the Borough of Oadby and Wigston.
Thursday, 16 July 2020
Statement by Leader of the Council, John Boyce
Statement by Councillor John Boyce after the statement in parliament on 16 July regarding localised lockdown.
Thursday, 16 July 2020
Additional Data of Affected Wards
We have now received additional data to show where there are higher numbers of confirmed coronavirus cases in the borough.
Wednesday, 15 July 2020
More Waste Sites in the County Set to Re-Open
Leicestershire County Council is finalising plans to re-open the remainder of its recycling and household waste sites which have been closed since mid-March.
Monday, 13 July 2020
Protect Communities by Taking Test, Oadby and Wigston Residents Urged
Residents in parts of Oadby and Wigston are being urged to get tested for coronavirus as mobile units are scaled up in the county area with the highest infection rate.
Thursday, 9 July 2020
Brocks Hill Officially Designated a Local Nature Reserve
Brocks Hill Country Park has officially been designated a Local Nature Reserve.
Thursday, 9 July 2020
Further COVID-19 Data Released
Leicestershire County Council has released more detailed data as part of efforts to urge residents to play their part in tackling the rate of coronavirus infection in the county.
Monday, 6 July 2020
Open Letter from Lord-Lieutenant, Mike Kapur
Open Letter from Lord-Lieutenant, Mike Kapur.
Monday, 6 July 2020
Stay Alert and Stay Home in Leicester
As Leicester city and parts of Leicestershire continue to follow stricter lockdown restrictions, than other parts of the country, the Councils and Public Health England are asking residents to stay at home and stay safe, particularly this weekend as..
Wednesday, 1 July 2020
Leader, John Boyce – Statement to the Borough
On the evening of Monday 29 June, Matt Hancock MP, Secretary of State for Health and Social Care made a statement to Parliament regarding the spike in COVID19 cases in the Leicester and Leicestershire area. He announced new lockdown measures to..
June 2020
Tuesday, 30 June 2020
COVID19 TIGHTENING OF GUIDELINES
Following on from the Government’s announcement last night regarding the plans for localised tightening of the coronavirus rules in Leicester below is an update on the situation as it stands on 30 June.
Monday, 29 June 2020
Mental Health Support for Children, Young People & Families During COVID-19
The lockdown and the uncertainty of when life will return to normal can be difficult to think about and deal with. If you are concerned about your mental or emotional health and wellbeing, you can find below, advice and information about support..
Friday, 26 June 2020
5 Ways to Wellbeing
The Five Ways to Wellbeing are a great place to start keeping mentally and physically well.
Thursday, 25 June 2020
Hot Weather Warning Issued to People ‘Shielding’ and More Vulnerable Groups
Public Health England has issued a heat warning encouraging vulnerable people to take care during the exceptionally hot weather forecast this week.
Monday, 22 June 2020
Critical Workers Exempt From Parking Charges
The Council is pleased to announce that critical workers can obtain a pass which provides evidence of entitlement to free parking for those on duty as an NHS staff member, health or social worker or NHS Volunteer Responder.
Friday, 12 June 2020
Top Tips for Town Centre Reopening
As we begin opening up our Town Centres in the Borough from Monday 15 June, we want to ensure that we are helping to create a safe environment in our high streets to welcome our communities back.
Friday, 12 June 2020
High streets in Leicestershire & Rutland Get Ready for Safe Shopping
A press release from LRF - High streets in Leicestershire & Rutland Get Ready for Safe Shopping.
Friday, 5 June 2020
A 'Thank You' to Volunteers
In this volunteers week, as the officer within the Council who leads the hub I wanted to pay tribute to the volunteers who have supported us.
Thursday, 4 June 2020
Congestion as a Result of Re-opening of Wigston McDonald's
Prior to the re-opening of the McDonald’s in Wigston Oadby and Wigston Council liaised with both McDonald’s and County Highways to push for access to the premises to be left turn only in order to avoid traffic building on the roundabout and..
Wednesday, 3 June 2020
Safe and Welcoming Shopping Areas
This webpage contains advice and information for traders and shoppers.
Monday, 1 June 2020
Local Authority Discretionary Grants Fund - What You Need to Know
Local Authority Discretionary Grants Fund - What you need to know.
Monday, 1 June 2020
Invite to Tender - Oadby & Wigston Advice Service
The Council is letting a contract for the provision of advice to the residents of Oadby, Wigston and South Wigston; the service is to be known as the “Oadby & Wigston Advice Service”.
May 2020
Thursday, 28 May 2020
NHS Test and Trace Launches Today
The NHS Test and Trace service launches today (Thursday, 28 May). You can play your part to help control the virus and get life back to normal.
Saturday, 23 May 2020
Hand Car Washes
Hand car washes are now opening back up but restrictions are in place.
Friday, 22 May 2020
Council Holds Its Inaugural Virtual Public Meeting
The Council held its inaugural virtual public meeting yesterday evening, 21 May 2020.
Wednesday, 20 May 2020
BrightSparks Launch New Programme to Support People with Creativity During Lockdown
BrightSparks Arts in Mental Health are delighted to launch a new programme to support people through creativity throughout the lock down.
Thursday, 14 May 2020
Parks and Open Spaces Re-open
Following on from the recent Government announcement regarding parks and open spaces, we can confirm that some areas will now re-open.
Thursday, 14 May 2020
Oadby Tip To Re-open
The Oadby Tip run by Leicestershire County Council will recommence operation on Monday 18 May from 9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.
Tuesday, 12 May 2020
Business Support Webinar
A free to attend online support event for all small businesses and the self-employed in the Oadby, Wigston and South Wigston Area.