Waste and Recycling

Councils submit plans for the future of local government

Eight Leicestershire and Rutland councils have worked together to submit a bold vision to government for future council structures.

The North, City, South plan  would see three strong unitary councils delivering services for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland from April 2028.

Postal vote reapplications

If you vote by post, new rules mean you will need to reapply every three years. All postal voters who applied before 31 October 2023 are now required to reapply for their postal vote by 31 January 2026. 

Community Grants

Do you represent a local charity, community group or sports club seeking funding? The next deadline for Community Grant applications is Friday 5 December at 5pm.

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Side Waste

We do not collect additional waste left near your bins, including cardboard. 

Items that can't fit inside the correct bin with the lid fully closed should be taken to your local household waste and recycling site.