Leicestershire County Council2 days agoAuthority confirms plans for 2.99% council tax riseThe Reform UK-led administration says it does not want to burden residents with a maximum 4.99% rise.2 days ago16 Jan 2026Union wants action over Muslim prayer comments Carl Abbott made the remarks during an internal counter-terrorism briefing held by the council.16 Jan 202613 Jan 2026No police action over alleged threat to councillorTory Craig Smith says he attended a voluntary interview with police over Dan Harrison's allegation.13 Jan 20269 Jan 2026Councillor criticised over Muslim prayers commentsCarl Abbott made the remarks during an internal counter-terrorism briefing held by the county council.9 Jan 202628 Dec 2025Spike in complaints against councillors revealed The council's Reform UK leader said some of the complaints were politically motivated.28 Dec 202511 Dec 2025Council faces 'real crisis' over £23m budget gapThe Reform UK-led authority says it is unlikely to be able to balance it books without using reserves.11 Dec 20255 Dec 2025Council cost-cutting drive called into questionOpposition councillors say a £1.4m Reform UK review will not identify large-scale savings.5 Dec 20253 Dec 2025Reform council leader claims Tory threatened himReform's Dan Harrison alleges that Tory councillor Craig Smith threatened to "knock my block off".3 Dec 202521 Nov 2025Children's services boss set for council's top jobJane Moore is to replace long-serving chief executive John Sinnott when he retires.21 Nov 2025...
