The Leicester based Marks Electrical retailer must refund nearly 40,000 customers and pay a fine after it automatically opted customers into additional paid services. Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) orders around £600,000 to be repaid to customers – an average of £15 per person Marks Electrical also fined £720,000 for breaking consumer law Action is part of the CMA’s work to clamp down on illegal online pricing practices The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has

The Flag of the Armed Forces will be raised at Leicester’s Town Hall on Monday (22 June) to mark the start of Armed Forces Week. Leicester’s Lord Mayor, Cllr Kulwinder Singh Johal, will be joined by the Lord-Lieutenant, Mike Kapur OBE, CStJ, for the ceremony at 1.30pm. The flag will be flown until Armed Forces Day on Saturday (27 June), when Leicester will host its annual Armed Forces Day parade. The parade, led by the Pipes and Drums of the Seaforth Highlanders, will be made

Leicester’s Museum Square was once again transformed into a vibrant hub of Caribbean joy as the Windrush Tea Party returned for another amazing celebration today (Saturday 20th June) Here is some pictures taken by Craig Thorpe for Leicester Media Online You can share them just open, click and save for FREE.... Organised by Opal22, this event runs from 12pm to 8pm at Museum Square, New Walk, Leicester, families, friends, and communities of all backgrounds to come together for

A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after a fire at the Shell service station on Uppingham Road this afternoon. A spokesperson from Leicestershire Police said: “Officers are in attendance at a petrol station in Uppingham Road, Leicester, following reports of a van on fire. The force was called at 1.19pm this afternoon (Saturday). When we arrived, along with Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service and East Midlands Ambulance Service, we fo

Leicestershire Fire and rescue service are currently attending an incident at the Shell service station on Uppingham Road this afternoon. Police have place a cordon around the Shell Garage whilst the Fire service deal with this serious incident. A white van appears to have caught fire at the pumps. The service station is closed surrounding roads have also been closed. Uppingham Road closed between Colchester Road and Coleman Road. Scraptoft Lane between Uppingham Road and Col

A large area of roof has collapsed due to the fire BREAKING NEWS Fire crews from across the county are currently tackling a blaze at the Thurmaston Shopping centre this morning. Fire Service received multiple calls at 4am to reports of a large fire at Thurmaston Shopping Centre affecting several units. Leicestershire Fire and Rescue service currently have 8 fire engines, 2 Aerial appliances and over 40 firefighters in attendance. There is a significant smoke plume and local

One person has died after two trains collided in Bedford, according to British Transport Police The ambulance service says 89 people have been injured, with 11 of them suffering "very serious injuries" Both trains were en route to London St Pancras when the collision occurred. One train was the 4:40 pm East Midlands Railway service traveling from Corby to London St Pancras, while the other was the 3:50 pm service from Nottingham to London St Pancras. East Midlands Railway say

At least 50 passengers sustained injuries when two passenger trains collided near Bedford. Numerous individuals are seriously injured following the horrific crash, prompting hospital staff to be 'on standby'. Passengers described hearing a 'huge bang' prior to the abrupt crash that resulted in injuries. The exact number of seriously injured individuals is still unknown, but reports indicate that at least 50 casualties will be transported to Bedford Hospital as a result of the

This weekend, Leicester’s skies will be transformed as the city hosts its first-ever Balloon Festival, one of a series of major family-friendly events expected to attract hundreds of thousands of visitors to Leicester and Leicestershire. Picture by Trevor Sewell for LM News Balloon Festival on Victoria Park 2026 Picture credits - Leicester Balloon Festival Pictures taken by Craig Thorpe for Leicester Media online Alongside this the daytime activities will include some incredi

Two men who filmed themselves threatening, assaulting and stealing from several victims have been convicted. In the early hours of 21 November last year, police received a report that several men had attended an open party at an address in North Kilworth which had been advertised on Snapchat. Shortly after arriving the group – led by Richile Vangu, 20 – began threatening attendees with a knife. He demanded they hand over designer clothing and forced them to transfer money. Tr

As the weather gets warmer, The fire service typically sees an increase in reports of people swimming in open water – often unaware of the dangers that can lead to injury and sadly in some cases, to accidental death. It’s may look inviting, but open water swimming is vastly different to swimming in a pool and is much more dangerous. Even in warm weather, the water is often a lot colder than you expect and sudden immersion can lead to cold water shock. Even the strongest of sw

“You can ask for help” – This is the message a woman has asked us to share following the sentencing of a man for offences including assault, intentional strangulation and controlling and coercive behaviour. Earlier this month, Tom Horn, 33, was jailed for 32 months after pleading guilty to three counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, one count of intentional strangulation, one count of intentional suffocation, and one count of controlling and coercive behaviour. He

The Hare Krishna Festival of Chariots returns to Leicester on Sunday 28 June 2026, bringing colour, music, and celebration to the city’s streets. One of the brightest processions in the Midlands, the vibrant festival will begin at Gallowtree Gate with a tumultuous welcome ceremony called a pahandi. The inauguration will commence at 11.30am. This year’s event is especially significant as the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) marks its 60th anniversary,

A care home in Quorn is inviting the local community to celebrate Armed Forces Day in style. On Saturday 27th June from 2pm–4pm, Care UK’s Lonsdale Mews, on Farley Way, is opening its doors to honour the Armed Forces with its very own party. Armed Forces Day is an opportunity for the nation to show their support for the people who make up the Armed Forces, from currently serving personnel to service families, veterans and cadets. Visitors will be able to enjoy the home’

Latest The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued an updated heat-health alert (HHA) for parts of England, warning that rising temperatures may increase health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups. An amber heat-health alert is now in place for the East of England, South East, South West and London until 8pm on Tuesday 23 June. A yellow heat-health alert is in place for the West Midlands and East Midlands during this time. Other regions of England are currently una

The FIFA World Cup 2026 might be coming home, but the crown for the best curry capital remains firmly planted here in Leicester the home of curry lovers. England, let's go! As you watch the next game, have your beers ready and order in a curry. Leicester has been confirmed as England’s Curry Capital for the next two years! The city was successful in its bid to retain the title of England Curry Capital and was confirmed as the winner in a special presentation ceremony at the

Our neonatal homecare team has celebrated a major milestone after successfully supporting its 1000th baby through its innovative home phototherapy service for newborn jaundice. Baby Fernandes became the 1000th baby to receive treatment through the service after being referred to the Advanced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (ANNP)-led jaundice clinic by a community midwife, when he was found to be jaundiced at home at just two days old. Following assessment, baby Fernandes was abl

Great Central Railway (GCR) is introducing a new programme of Relaxed Running Days, designed to provide a calmer, more accessible heritage railway experience for visitors with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), sensory sensitivities, anxiety, and other additional needs. Launching on Thursday 18 June, the initiative will take advantage of the railway’s quieter midweek operating days to create a more predictable and supportive environment for visitors and their

The Great Central Railway is saddened to announce the passing of its much-loved Traffic Department cat, Onslaught, who passed peacefully on Wednesday 17 June, surrounded by those who cared for her. For the past 12 years, Onslaught has been a familiar and cherished presence at Loughborough Central station, where she spent much of her time around the Traffic Office. Whether greeting visitors, keeping staff company, finding opportunities to share in a packed lunch, or simply enj

Leicester’s Museum Square will once again be transformed into a vibrant hub of Caribbean joy as the Windrush Tea Party returns for another amazing celebration on Saturday 20th June. Organised by Opal22, the event takes place from 12pm to 8pm at Museum Square, New Walk, Leicester, and invites families, friends, and communities of all backgrounds to come together for an unforgettable day honouring the legacy of the Windrush Generation. With entrance operating on a ‘pay-what-you