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Leicester Pride announce that their 15th Anniversary Festival in on the move to Abbey Park in the centre of the city. Martyn Parker, Chair of Leicester Pride said “I’m looking forward to our 15th Anniversary. We have worked extremely hard over the last 15 years to put the event together and I’m very proud of my team that work relentlessly to make sure that we deliver a successful event for the LGBT plus community. We are honoured to be recognised as one of Leicester’s main cultural events.” Simon Harrison, Event Manager says “We’re thrilled we’ve managed to get a new licence to move to Abbey Park this year. It’s been something we’ve been in talks with Leicester City Council Festival & Events and Parks teams since before lock down and it will really give a new lease of life to the event in so many ways”. We would also like to confirm that our plans to move from Victoria Park to Abbey Park were well underway before any plans from Festival Republic’s event started and we hope that both events can support each other and our city in bringing some great festivals to Leicester this summer. We recently announced the move to Abbey Park on our social media channels as we had received so many messages and emails asking if Pride was taking place this year due to the licence application being posted to residents near Victoria Park. The feedback online about the move to Abbey Park has been amazing and really positive. The vibrant parade will once again take place - starting as always outside Curve in the centre of our Cultural Quarter. It will then make its way around the City Centre, with a new route, taking in lots of famous Leicester landmarks, including the Cathedral and Kind Richard Exhibition. The parade will then make its way up to Jubilee Square where the parade will be met by BBC Radio Leicester before makings its way back down High St towards the Clock Tower. The parade is due to arrive at Abbey Park over the Charter Street Bridge, near the Morningside Arena around 1pm. Leicester Pride event site is built up of so many different sections on the day, including the fair, main stage, bars, food outlets, market stalls & charity stalls, as well as other stands and the DJ tent. We have felt for some time now that the setup of Abbey Park gives us more options to spread attractions into different areas with better separation of the sound too. The main stage will be situated in the band stand area of the park next to Billy Bates & Sons Fun Fair who will stay in their Summer Fair location and slightly reconfigure to join onto the Pride arena. We will be announcing the main stage acts in the next few months where we look forward to welcoming back some Leicester Pride Alumni as well as some new and local acts. Kennedy Bates from the fair also added "It’s been amazing to see how Pride has grown over the past 15 years. We have worked closely with the Pride team since year one and this feels like a great achievement to see the 15th anniversary year move to Abbey Park. The move has enabled us to bring a larger Fair with a more diverse selection of attractions. Overall the event will have so much more to see and explore and with a much cosier feel, we can’t wait!" Helsinki Night Club will be hosting the DJ tent this year with a selection of their DJs playing different styles of music throughout the day. Everyone on the Leicester Pride Committee is thrilled with the new plans for this year’s celebrations & can’t wait to welcome everyone to one of the UKs largest free LGBTQ+ events in the country. Watch last year's video here To get involved or support Leicester Pride please contact simon@leicesterpride.com For market stalls Bizzle@leicesterpride.com www.leicesterpride.com Leicester Media is the official proud media partner for Leicester Pride

Four people have been found guilty of the “callous and cold-blooded” murder of two men after their car was rammed off a dual carriageway during a high-speed chase. Saqib Hussain and Mohammed Hashim Ijazuddin, both 21, died instantly when their vehicle was rammed off the A46 near Six Hills, Leicestershire, during the early hours of 11 February last year crashing into a central reservation barrier and a tree. Mr Hussain, who was a passenger in the car, had made a 999 call just seconds earlier stating they were being chased by people in balaclavas, being rammed off the road and that they were going to die. A murder investigation was launched which led to Ansreen Bukhari, Mahek Bukhari, Raees Jamal, Rekan Karwan, Sanaf Gulamustafa, Ameer Jamal, Natasha Akhtar and Mohammed Patel all being arrested and charged with the murder of Mr Hussain and Mr Ijazuddin. Today, following a trial at Leicester Crown Court, Ansreen Bukhari, Mahek Bukhari, Raees Jamal and Rekan Karwan were found guilty of the murders of Saqib Hussain and Mohammed Hashim Ijazuddin. Sanaf Gulamustafa, Ameer Jamal and Natasha Akhtar were found not guilty of murder but were found guilty of the manslaughter of Mr Hussain and Mr Ijazuddin. Saqib Hussain and Mohammed Hashim Ijazuddin Ansreen Bukhari Mahek Bukhari Raees Jamal Rekan Karwan Mohammed Patel was found not guilty of murder and not guilty of manslaughter. Enquiries carried out during the murder investigation showed Mr Hussain had been in relationship with Ansreen Bukhari for around three years. After Ansreen Bukhari, who was married, tried to end the affair, Mr Hussain made threats to expose the relationship to her husband and to share sexual images and videos of Ansreen Bukhari. Ansreen Bukhari had offered to pay back money which Mr Hussain had spent during the relationship and it was arranged for Mr Hussain to meet with Ansreen Bukhari and her daughter Mahek Bukhari, who knew about the affair. However, Ansreen and Mahek Bukhari arrived at the arranged meet-up in the Tesco car park in Hamilton, Leicester, along with the six other defendants. The eight defendants were in two vehicles – an Audi TT and a Seat Leon. Mr Hussain then arrived at the car park in a Skoda Fabia, being driven by his friend Mr Ijuzaddin, who had said he would take him. CCTV footage showed the Skoda Fabia arrive in the car park and then immediately leave. The Audi TT and Seat Leon followed the Skoda out of the car park two minutes later. The cars then ultimately ended up in a chase before the 999 call was made by Mr Hussain. The collision itself was not captured on CCTV. Enquiries carried out by a force forensic collision investigator showed the Audi TT reached speeds of up to 100mph during the chase. The speed of the Skoda at the time of the collision was estimated at being in excess of 80mph. Damage found on the front of the Seat Leon was found to be consistent with colliding with the rear of the Skoda Fabia. The impact of the collision was found to have caused the Skoda to split into two and the engine of the car to detach from the body. Both victims died immediately from multiple injuries, prior to the fire taking hold. Both the Audi TT and the Seat Leon were found to have driven past the crashed vehicle before later driving back past the collision site. None of the defendants called 999. Ansreen Bukhari, Mahek Bukhari and Akhtar were arrested during the same morning of the collision with Raees Jamal and Karwan being arrested three days later. Ameer Jamal and Gulamustafa were arrested in March. Senior Investigating Officer in the case, Detective Inspector Mark Parish said: “This was a callous and cold-blooded attack which ultimately cost two men their lives. “After setting Mr Hussain and Mr Ijazuddin up, chasing them at high speed and then ultimately ramming their car off the road, none of the defendants made any attempt to help the victims or to call for help. Instead they drove on and then even drove back past the collision site. Still no-one attempted to offer any help. “As the defendants found guilty were arrested, charged and stood trial before a court, lies were continually told in order to try and cover their tracks. Their only concern during the whole incident and investigation has been for themselves. “My thoughts at this time remain with Mr Hussain and Mr Ijazuddin and their families. The past 16 months has been an extremely difficult and heart-breaking time for both families. They have not only had to come to terms with losing a family member in the most horrific way but have then had to hear extremely distressing details of this in court, waiting for justice to be done. My heartfelt thanks go to them for their bravery, support and co-operation throughout this time. “This investigation was an extremely complex case which involved officers from across different forces working together to ensure quick action was taken, that the full facts were established and that those responsible were quickly brought into custody. Thank you to every officer and staff member that has been involved in this investigation from the initial response to the investigation and court hearing. Your professionalism and dedication helped lead to this result here at court today.” Ansreen Bukhari, 46, of George Eardley Close, Stoke-on-Trent; Mahek Bukhari, 24, of George Eardley Close, Stoke-on-Trent; Raees Jamal, 23, of Lingdale Close, Loughborough; Rekan Karwan, 29, of Tomlin Road, Leicester; Sanaf Gulamustafa, 23, of Littlemore Close, Leicester; Ameer Jamal, 28, of Catherine Street, Leicester and Natasha Akhtar, 23, of Alum Rock Road, Birmingham; have all been remanded into custody and are due to be sentenced on Friday 1 September.

A man has died following a collision in Melton Road, Leicester, yesterday afternoon (Friday 16th December). Police were called at 4.20pm to the incident which involved a lorry and a male pedestrian. The collision happened near to the junction with Moira Street. Sadly the pedestrian, who is in his 50s, died at the scene of the incident. No other injuries were reported. Detectives are continuing to establish the full circumstances of the collision and are appealing to anyone with any information to make contact. Detective Sergeant Lisa Wood, from the force’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Sadly the male pedestrian died at the scene of this incident. We are providing full support to his family as we continue our enquiries into the collision. “If you have any information regarding the collision, please do get in touch. I know that at the time of the incident, the area was very busy with a large number of pedestrians and lots of traffic. Please think back to if you were in the area yesterday afternoon. "Did you witness the collision or did you see the pedestrian or the lorry involved prior to the incident? If you have any dashcam footage or CCTV from the time of the incident, please also check this and make contact with us.” Anyone with any information can report online at www.leics.police.uk or call 101 quoting incident 410 of 16 December.

Officers are appealing for public help after a number of people were involved in an incident of disorder in the city centre yesterday afternoon (Saturday 13 January). Around 2.45pm officers were called to the Gallowtree Gate area after a report of robbery. The victim sustained an injury to his jaw and was treated in hospital. When officers attempted to arrest the two suspects a number of people gathered and prevented officers from carrying out their duties and leaving the area with the suspects. In the interests of public safety officers were deployed to the scene to contain the crowds. Five people were subsequently arrested in connection with the incident and have all since been released on bail pending further enquiries. During the incident six officers were assaulted but didn’t sustain any injuries. As a result of the disorder a Section 35 Dispersal Order was put into place in the area. The order, which was authorised from 4.15pm yesterday remains in place until 4.15pm today (Sunday), allows officers the power to require people to leave the area to reduce the risk of causing harassment, alarm or distress to local businesses and the community and to also reduce the risk of any further public disorder. Detective Sergeant Jack Cornick is investigating the robbery and disorder. He said: “Enquiries into both the robbery and the disorder are continuing but we would urge anyone who witnessed the incident or the events leading up to the disorder to get in touch. “There were a number of people in the area around the time of the incident and some may have recorded what happened on their phones. “If you have any footage of the incident we would like to you to come forward as it may help us with our investigation.” Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 or report online via www.leics.police.uk, quoting crime number 24*26244. #LeicsPolice #Leicester #GallowtreeGate

Michaela Kerr is the force’s new Assistant Chief Constable (Crime, Intelligence, Criminal Justice) and joins us from Greater Manchester Police. In her 27 years in policing, ACC Kerr has spent the majority of her career in core CID roles. She joined West Midlands Police in 1996 and became a detective inspector in the Major Investigations Team and Head of Public Protection for Walsall and Wolverhampton Local Authority areas. She’s also worked in professional standards, intelligence and community safety. After 20 years at WMP, ACC Kerr took a five-year secondment to National Counter Terrorism Policing where she led on the CT and Serious and Organised Crime (SOC) prison intelligence portfolio and the national CT firearms teams which she describes as an amazing experience. “In my last year there I was part of the leadership team that set up the first joint intelligence unit involving the security services, the Ministry of Justice and HM Prison and Probation Service. It’s something I’ll always be very proud of being part of.” That led, in November 2021, to ACC Kerr moving to GMP on promotion to chief superintendent where she led the Public Protection Department and throughout that time remained a Senior Investigating Officer. ACC Kerr has won two national awards of which she is rightly proud. In 2017 she won the Police Federation National Investigation of the Year Award for her role as the SIO in a complex public protection investigation about abuse in a care home. "We used new forensic techniques which had never been explored in the UK before to prove that one of the carers had poisoned numerous residents. It was the first time that the Judge ordered a whole life sentence which was a hybrid sentence because the offender was mentally unfit. However, the Judge ordered that when she was deemed mentally fit she would then serve the whole life sentence, ensuring victims and the families got justice and she served the full term of her sentence. This was new legislation which hadn’t been used previously and we were delighted to be able to deliver that to the victims.” In 2021 ACC Kerr was presented with the Women in Policing National Coaching Award. “The thing that matters to me the most are people. It’s a real privilege to be able to identify and support talented people, not just police officers. I am a great advocate for police staff and ensuring the role they play in policing is suitably recognised and they have the opportunity for career progression too.” Commenting on her first week at Leicestershire Police, she said; “I cannot believe the warmth and welcome I have been shown here in just my first week. There is a real sense of strong values and family. “I couldn’t have picked a better portfolio – helping the vulnerable is just so important to me. Protecting domestic abuse victims and children in particular really matters. Welfare is also important. I know the impact these cases can have on families, victims and communities but also our officers and staff as well and we have got to get our welfare offer right. “I heard a lot about ‘Team Leicestershire’ when I was researching and applying for the job but now I am here I can really feel it – from the minute I arrived. It feels very genuine and I am very much looking forward to my future here at Leicestershire Police.” ACC Kerr is married with a 17-year-old son. Her husband is a retired police officer and they have two Collie dogs – Dave and Colin! “I just love walking them as much as I can. No matter how tough my day has been, walking them always makes me feel re-energised and happy.”

Breaking News Police are appealing for information from the public following the death of a 48-year-old man who was found in Pluto Close, Highfields. Police were called at approx. 2pm on Sunday 13 August to reports of a seriously injured man lying in the road near to Framland House, in Pluto Close, Highfields. The ambulance service attended but sadly, the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Police are in the process of contacting his next of kin and confirming his identity. Two women (aged 42 and 26) were arrested in connection with the incident and remain in police custody. Detective Inspector Tom Brenton said “Our investigations are in the early stages to establish the full circumstances leading to this man’s death. We would like to hear from anyone who may have seen or heard anything prior to when the man was found at approx. 2.30pm. In particular, residents within the Framland House block may have information that would assist us in our enquiries and I would encourage them to come forward.” Enquiries continues and cordons remain in place near to Framland House. Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 or via www.leics.police.uk, quoting incident number 350 of 13 August. Police update 15/08/23 The two women (aged 42 and 26) arrested in connection with this incident have since been released on bail pending further enquiries. #LeicsPolice #PlutoClose #Highfields

During wintry conditions our overnight gritting programme makes our most important roads safer and free of ice for morning traffic. We also provide over 500 grit bins across the city for community use. Gritting during winter period We aim to keep the most important roads clear during the winter service period (runs between October - March), which includes the resilient road network, bus routes, emergency service infrastructure and known problem locations. This equates to 180 miles of main roads - more than a third of the city’s entire road network. We spread rock salt also known as grit on our roads using gritters, which are specially designed lorries with spreading units attached. By spreading grit on the roads, it prevents freezing and ice forming maintaining safe road conditions and the safety of residents. We have produced a Winter Service Operational Plan, which presents our Winter Service provision in detail. This document is updated annually and is available for download on this page. If you have problems accessing or viewing the Winter Service Operational Plan, please email flooding@leicester.gov.uk. Gritting routes View our gritting routes map Footways, public footpaths and cycleways Pedestrians are advised to take extra care as footways, public footpaths and cycleways are not gritted. During periods of heavy snowfall, when conditions permit, snow is cleared from footways in the city centre, some shopping areas, and some heavily used footways. Due to limited public finances, we are unable to grit every road in the city. So, we provide grit bins for communities to grit known problem areas. Find your nearest grit bin Find your nearest grit bin The locations of all the grit bins in the city are presented in Appendix 8 of the Winter Service Operation Plan. Please note: The grit is for use on the public highway not for use on private property. Grit bin refill or replacement Request a grit bin refill or replacement Request a new grit bin To request a new grit bin for your local area, where one is not already in place, you must submit a request to your local Councillor. You can find your Councillor, their contact details and surgery times using Your ward and entering your post code. For the latest information on gritting You can find out the latest by following us on Twitter and or Facebook where we will post relevant information to keep you informed.

A murder investigation has been launched by detectives from the East Midlands Special Operations Unit (EMSOU) after a man was stabbed in Narborough Road. Police were called to the scene – between Harrow Road and Norman Street – by the East Midlands Ambulance Service at around 9.45pm yesterday (Wednesday 27 September). A man in his 50s was reported to have suffered a stab wound injury and was taken to hospital, but he was pronounced dead a short time later. Three people – an 18-year-old man and two boys aged 16 – have been arrested on suspicion of murder. They all remain in custody. A scene preservation remains in place in Narborough Road between the junctions of Norman Street and Paton Street. Detective Inspector Mark Parish, the senior investigating officer, said: “Our investigation is in its early stages and officers will be in the area this morning carrying out further enquiries and providing reassurance to the community. “This incident happened in an area of city that experiences a high footfall of both pedestrians and vehicles. I’d therefore ask eyewitnesses and motorists with dashcams – to come forward if they have any information or footage that could help.” A dedicated major incident portal has been set up, where information can be passed on directly to the investigation team. Please visit https://mipp.police.uk/operation/33EM23I35-PO1 Alternatively call 101. #LeicsPolice #NarboroughRoad #WestEnd #LivesNotKnives

The street has been closed and nearby flats evacuated A man has been seriously injured in an explosion at a flat this afternoon in Beaumont Leys. A man has been injured following a report of an explosion at a flat in Kelbrook Close. The road and a number of surrounding roads remain closed, and some nearby flats have been evacuated as a precaution. Police and Leicestershire fire service are at the scene while enquiries continue. Pictures by Leicester Media The windows of a ground-floor flat have been blown out and there's glass everywhere. "A man has been taken away in an ambulance. It seems to be a gas explosion." The witness said staff from gas supplier Cadent were at the scene. The company has been contacted for comment. Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service was called to Kelbrook Close in Beaumont Leys at around 4.10pm today to reports of smoke seen coming from a flat and an explosion heard. A spokesperson said: "There is no cause at the moment but we are going back to investigate tomorrow. An appliance has just left the scene but we will be returning for re inspection for any hotspots." Initially, all residents from the flats connected to the one involved in the incident were evacuated. The fire service said some have been able to return to their homes. Those who cannot are being supported by the British Red Cross. Cadent gas at this stage does not believe the explosion is related to the gas network. A spokesperson for gas emergency service, Cadent said: “We are at the scene of this incident to support the emergency services and ensure everything related to gas is safe. Whilst it is too early to say what caused the explosion, we do not believe it is related to the gas network. “Incidents like this serve as an important reminder – to call the national gas emergency service on 0800 111 999*, day or night, if you smell gas.” Update 🔴 Arrest after man seriously injured in flat explosion. Leicestershire Police said officers were called to a report of an explosion in Kelbrook Close, in Beaumont Leys, at 16:07 today. A man in the property sustained serious injuries and has been taken to hospital. Police said an investigation was under way and a 32-year-old man had been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life. Update 🔴 25/01/24 11:00 Man arrested yesterday has been de-arrested Enquiries are continuing in Kelbrook Close Flat explosion Leicester this morning. Officers received a call at 4.07pm yesterday (Wednesday 24 January) following a report of an explosion at a flat. A man within the property sustained serious injuries and he remains in hospital receiving treatment. A 32-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life has since been de-arrested. Kelbrook Close remains closed as police and Leicestershire Fire and Rescue continue to examine the scene. Update 🔴 25/01/24 13:00 Residents will be able to move back in soon says The City Council. A Leicester city council spokesperson said: “We’ve been at the site of yesterday’s explosion to help affected residents. “The building is structurally safe. “Some asbestos had fallen from the ceilings in the communal areas, which our contractors are due to clear up today (Thursday). “Once this is complete, households will be able to move back in. “One resident who lives in a downstairs flat which was not affected has already been able to return. “We have helped four households into hotels, and a further two households are staying with friends and family. “One resident from the flat where the explosion occurred is currently in hospital.” #LeicsPolice #BeaumontLeys #KelbrookClose Last Update 25/01/24 13.00 #LeicsPolice #Flatexplosion #KelbrookClose

With just a week to go until Leicester Restaurant Week returns to the city for a third year, organisers BID Leicester are thrilled to announce the venues that have signed up so far and the mouth-watering offers they are putting on the table. LRW 2023, Audrey Taking place from Monday 16 – Sunday 22 October, Leicester Restaurant Week will be, once again, shining a spotlight on some of the best restaurants in the city. It will give participating eateries the chance to showcase a specially selected, limited-edition menu, or to get creative and offer something new and exclusive to customers –for one week only. Plus, for the first time, Restaurant Week will coincide with some monstrous goings on in the city centre, as the Leicester Monsters trail launches in the same week – also presented by BID Leicester. Keep an eye out for the huge, illuminated beasts popping up atop some of Leicester’s city centre landmarks! Leicester Restaurant Week 2023 is already set to be bigger and better than last year, with 40+ venues confirmed to be taking part already, offering almost 60 deals for discerning diners in the city – and more to come! Here are just some of the tasty deals and venues already confirmed: Offers start from as little as £5, including coffee and cake at Merchant of Venice or Esquires Coffee House. Savoury-lovers can enjoy a samosa, a bar snack and drink from Two Tailed Lion for £7, too. This year sees several new additions to Leicester’s food scene, including Art’s Greek Cuisine, Sixes Social Cricket, Cocco & Delilah, and My Delhi – the latest restaurant to open on Belvoir Street. If you find it hard to choose what to eat, head over to Chutney Ivy for a taste of their menu, with multiple starters and mains served. Meanwhile, there are 2 and 3 course menus available from Black Iron Social, Bistrot Pierre, Giggling Squid, Kayal, Herb, Knight & Garter, Las Iguanas, Middletons Steakhouse & Grill, Queen of Bradgate, Sonrisa, The Frame, The Globe and Wygston’s House. For those who prefer a daytime feast over dinner, offers from Audrey, Bodega Cantina, Desi Street Food, Dough WHAT, Grand Union, Rutland & Derby, Oh My Pizza, and Slim Chickens include taster plates and lunch classics to enjoy, starting from £10. Leicester Restaurant Week also coincides with half-term in the city and there are some great offers for families to take advantage of, including Crafty’s kids’ meal for just £5; a spooky, Halloween-themed Afternoon Tea at Holiday Inn; a special “Peter & Family” deal at Peter Pizzeria and it’s just £15 for kids to take part in the cricket, food and drink offer at Sixes Social Cricket. There really is something for everyone’s tastes and pockets. Elahi Shah Amin, Director at My Delhi Indian Streetery, commented: “We’re delighted to be taking part in Leicester Restaurant Week and look forward to welcoming new customers to experience the culinary journey of My Delhi. Our Leicester Restaurant Week offer allows you to enjoy a mix of both our street plates and roadside curries, each offering an authentic flavour of the vibrant streets of Delhi, with both daytime and evening deals. As a new member of the Leicester restaurant community, we can’t wait to get fully involved." Owner of Audrey, Ruby Finnegan, said: “We are incredibly proud to be part of Leicester Restaurant Week. It’s an amazing opportunity both for Audrey, and other venues in Leicester, to showcase the amazing hospitality scene in the city. We look forward to welcoming people throughout the week and showcasing the delicious food on offer.” BID Leicester Director, Simon Jenner, added:“Our aim with Leicester Restaurant Week is to showcase as many of our fantastic eateries as possible. It’s great to see so many fantastic offers coming through from such a wide variety of restaurants in the city. “The event will give locals and visitors alike the opportunity to try somewhere new, or an excuse to head back to their favourite dining spot to make the most of the one-week-only delicious deals on offer.” Leicester Restaurant Week 2023 will be running throughout the city from Monday 16 – Sunday 22 October 2023. There are 40+ participating venues and almost 60 offers already online, with more to be added! To find out more about Leicester Restaurant Week, the venues that are involved and their special offers, please visit: www.leicesterrestaurantweek.co.uk If you’re a restauranteur or business owner who would like to get involved in Leicester Restaurant Week, please email: info@bidleicester.co.uk Follow Leicester Restaurant Week on social media for all the latest news - Facebook: @LeicesterRestaurantWk Instagram: @leicesterrestaurantwk Twitter: @LE_RestaurantWk TikTok: @LeicesterRW

People across Leicester will remember the city’s fallen service men and women in the annual Remembrance Day service this weekend. On Saturday, November 11, at 11am, Leicester Market will observe its traditional two-minute silence, with shoppers and traders joining the Lord Mayor of Leicester, Cllr Dr Susan Barton, along with the Reverend Canon Karen Rooms from Leicester Cathedral, and a lone bugler for a small service of Remembrance. The city’s main Remembrance Day service takes place at the War Memorial in Victoria Park, on Sunday, November 12. A parade, led by the Seaforth Highlanders Pipes and Drums, and made up of members of the Armed Forces, reservists, veterans and cadets, will step off from De Montfort Hall at around 10.45am to make its way to the Arch of Remembrance ready for the service at 10.55am. The Right Rev the Lord Bishop of Leicester, Martyn Snow, will conduct the service with support from former BBC Radio Leicester presenter, Dave Andrews. A bugler will sound the Last Post before the firing of salutes which marks the start and end the two minutes of silence. A piper from the Seaforth Highlanders will play a lament before the service continues. The salutes create a very loud bang and may cause alarm or distress, particularly to young children and pets nearby. Official wreaths will be laid by the Lord-Lieutenant of Leicestershire, Mike Kapur OBE and The Lord Mayor of Leicester, Councillor Dr Susan Barton, together with representatives from local emergency services, military units and faith representatives. There will be an opportunity for members of the public to lay wreaths at the end of the service. The Salvation Army will accompany hymns, supported by the City of Leicester Singers and the Leicester Cathedral Choir. Limited public seating will be available on a first come first served basis and there will be a designated seating area for those with a disability or who are unable to stand for long periods. Watch our video from 2022 A returning parade will step off through the War Memorial and back onto Centenary Walk at the end of the service, returning to the front of De Montfort Hall. Granville Road car park will be closed from midnight on the Saturday until around 1pm on Sunday, November 12, and vehicles should not be left overnight in the car park. Road closures will be in operation on both Granville Road and Regent Road from 9.30am until 12.30pm on the Sunday. Access will be available for residents of Salisbury Road. Leicester Lord Mayor Councillor Dr Susan Barton said: “This is a time of reflection, for us to think about and remember all those killed in the tragedy of war and armed conflict, in the past and up to the present day.”

A murder investigation has been launched by detectives from the East Midlands Special Operations Unit (EMSOU) after a 59-year-old man was stabbed in Conduit Street. East Midlands Ambulance Service contacted police at approx.1930hrs to Conduit street as they were treating a patient with stab wounds at the location. A man, aged 59, was treated at the scene but sadly was pronounced dead a short time later. Police arrested a man, aged 29, near to the scene on suspicion of murder and he remains in custody. A scene preservation remains in place with Conduit Street closed. Detective Chief Inspector Mark Sinski, the senior investigating officer, said: “A lot of people were in and around Conduit Street at the time of the incident and would have witnessed what happened. I would urge them to come forward and speak to us. I would like to thank those who have already be in touch with us and are assisting us with our enquiries. If you were on Conduit street between 1900hrs and 1930hrs on the 30 September we would like to hear from you – equally if any drivers who have dashcam.” Officers are in the process of contacting the next of kin and a post-mortem will take place in due course. Enquiries are continuing at this time. There are a couple of events happening in and around Conduit Street today (Sunday 1 Oct) and police will try to keep the disruption to a minimum and open the street as soon as possible. If you have information please contact police via 101 quoting log 558 of 30 September or if its an emergency call 999.