Amber heat health alerts issued for East Midlands, East of England, London, North West, South East, South West and West Midlands. Yellow heat health alert issued for North East. Alerts will be in place from Tuesday 11 August at 9am until Friday 14 August at 9pm. Risk Description Significant impacts are likely across health and social care services due to the high temperatures, including: a rise in deaths, particularly among those aged 65 and over or with health conditions. There may also be impacts on younger age groups likely increased demand on all health and social care services internal temperatures in care settings (hospitals and care homes) may exceed the recommended threshold for clinical risk assessment the heat affecting the ability of the workforce to deliver services indoor environments overheating increasing the risk to vulnerable people living independently in community and care settings issues managing medicines staffing issues due to external factors (for example, affecting transport) increased demand for power exceeding capacity other sectors starting to observe impacts (for example, travel delays) water‑related incidents may increase, including risks from cold‑water shock and drowning Dr Agostinho Sousa, Head of Extreme Events and Health Protection at UKHSA, said: Sustained periods of warm weather can result in serious negative health outcomes across the population, so it is important that everyone takes sensible precautions while enjoying the sun. Based on the current forecast, we don’t currently expect the health impacts to be as high as the heatwave we saw at the end of June but older adults and those with pre-existing conditions are still at risk.If you have friends, family, or neighbours who are more vulnerable, it is important to check in on them and ensure they are aware of the forecast and are following the necessary advice.Simple steps such as staying hydrated, avoiding the sun during the hottest part of the day, and keeping your home cool are effective ways to help keep yourself and others safe during periods of hot weather. UKHSA will continue to monitor and update alerts if necessary.

A team who play a critical role in caring for patients at Leicester’s biggest, busiest hospital have made an important move which bring closer the city’s planned new Women’s and Children’s Hospital. The pharmacy team’s office-based functions have temporarily relocated to Knighton Street, enabling the existing inpatient pharmacy to be refurbished into a fully clinical space. Pharmacy services will remain fully operational throughout the refurbishment, continuing to support the dispensing of both inpatient and discharge medications. This refurbishment is a crucial early step in extending the Windsor Building to house services which will move permanently to make way for the new women’s and children’s hospital. The move follows extensive planning and collaboration across multiple teams. Senior Project Manager Caroline Hind described the relocation as “the result of significant preparation and partnership working, marking the start of a long-anticipated phase of development.” A coordinated effort ensured the transition was completed smoothly. Specialist IT teams managed the disconnection, transfer and reinstallation of digital systems, while portering colleagues oversaw the physical move of equipment and resources. The inpatient pharmacy team themselves also played a central role, adapting quickly to their new temporary environment while continuing to provide essential medicines for patients. The move demonstrates what can be achieved through collaboration to minimise short-term disruption during a relocation which is essential to further improving care for patients and families. Melanie Cross, Pharmacy Lead General Manager, highlighted the significance of this moment, She said: “As the first service to relocate as part of the enabling works, it marks an important step forward. The planned refurbishment and extension will create a modernised pharmacy environment, supporting the continued growth of services and helping teams better meet the needs of patients.” Refurbishment of the pharmacy space is expected to take around 15 weeks, after which work will begin immediately on the Windsor Building extension. The wider project is scheduled for completion in autumn 2027 and will contribute to delivering improved facilities for patients, families, and colleagues across Leicester. Keep up-to-date with how we are building hospitals of the future. UHL News - 10 August 2026

Leicester's popular Hospital Hopper bus is reaching even more people thanks to a recent extension to its route. The service has been extended to Ashton Green, operating every 30 minutes Monday to Saturday, providing residents with direct, convenient access to key destinations across Leicester - including Beaumont Leys, the city centre and all three hospitals. The main weekday Hospital Hopper service is funded by University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, while its weekend service and recent extension to Ashton Green are funded by Leicester City Council, thanks to a Government grant. The Hospital Hopper is operated using five fully electric buses owned by Leicester City Council, reflecting the city's commitment to delivering cleaner, greener public transport. Councillor Geoff Whittle, assistant city mayor for environment and transport at Leicester City Council, said: “Supporting these types of journeys is a key objective of Leicester Buses Partnership's One Network, creating an integrated, high-quality network that is electric, frequent, reliable, easy to use and great value. "The Hospital Hopper is a fantastic example of how partnership working can deliver real benefits for local people. By working together with University Hospitals of Leicester, Centrebus and the Leicester Buses Partnership, we've been able to expand this important service to Ashton Green while continuing to invest in cleaner, greener transport. "The route not only provides a vital link between Leicester's hospitals, but also supports thousands of everyday journeys across the city for work, education, healthcare and leisure. It's exactly the kind of joined-up, sustainable public transport we want to deliver through our One Network Partnership, making it easier for more people to choose the bus.” The Hospital Hopper recently celebrated 20 years of connecting Leicester's hospitals, and the latest extension demonstrates the Partnership's continued commitment to improving public transport and ensuring new communities benefit from high-quality, sustainable bus services. There is also good interchange along the route to other destinations. All day and period tickets can now be used on any local bus operator, making it easier than ever to travel around Leicester by bus. For more information, including timetables and journey planning, visit www.leicesterbuses.co.uk Leicester City Council News - Published on Monday, August 10, 2026

Leicestershire Fire & Rescue Service (LFRS) has deployed resources to Nottinghamshire and Cambridgeshire to support colleagues dealing with major incidents in both areas. This cross‑border assistance ensures communities continue to receive a safe and effective emergency response during a period of significant demand. LFRS want to recognise and thank our on‑call firefighters, who have stepped forward and made themselves available at short notice. Their commitment has strengthened our resilience and enabled us to provide support beyond our own county. Their professionalism and flexibility remain a key part of how we maintain service to the public. The assisting stations are Castle Donington Fire and Rescue Station, Melton Fire and Rescue Station, Uppingham Fire and Rescue Station, Wigston Fire and Rescue Station. LFRS News - 09/08/26 22:15

Officers from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are investigating a fatal incident on the A42 – and are appealing for anyone who can help to come forward. Police were called to the slip road of the northbound carriageway at junction 14, for Tongue, just after 2.30pm yesterday (Sunday 9 August) following a report of a collision involving a silver Vauxhall Astra, silver Ford Kuga and an HGV. The driver of the Astra – a woman in her 40s – was pronounced dead at the scene. A passenger in the Kuga is continuing to receive treatment in hospital for serious injuries but the other two occupants did not sustain serious injuries. The HGV driver was not injured. Officers attending the incident were informed that the Astra had been seen travelling southbound on the northbound carriageway prior to the collision occurring. Detective Sergeant Charlotte Mee, from the SCIU, said: “Our investigation to understand the circumstances of this incident is continuing and I’m appealing for anyone who can help to get in touch. “I’d like to speak to anyone who was on the A42 around the time the collision occurred and either saw what happened or saw any of the vehicles involved beforehand. “I’d particularly like to speak to anyone who captured the incident on a dashcam as any footage could assist with our enquiries.” You can pass on information by visiting https://www.leics.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/rs/road-safety/making-a-road-traffic-incident-report/ and quoting incident 418 of 9 August. Alternatively call 101. Leicestershire Police News - Published: 16:32 10/08/2026

A man who has been charged with several theft and vehicle related offences is due to appear in court this week. Kyle Osbourne, 33, of Lime Grove Close, Leicester, has been charged with four counts of theft from motor vehicle, eight counts of vehicle interference, possession of a class A drug, criminal damage and two counts of theft from person. He is due to appear at Leicester Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (13 August). The charges relate to incidents in several areas including West Leicester, Charnwood and Hinckley and Blaby NPAs, between January and April this year. Leicestershire Police News - Published: 10:27 10/08/2026

Catherine Street Leicester is currently closed due to a Road Traffic collision involving a car and motorbike. Please find alternative routes. This is affecting bus routes, and the traffic is building up in the area. The closure is between Dysart Way and Ulverscroft Road Roundabout. East Midlands ambulance service are at the scene. We have no details of any injuries at this time. Update 17:30 This road has now been reopened in both directions.

Police have closed off Gipsy Lane in Leicester this evening. Gipsy Lane is closed between Sutton Avenue and Catherine Street due to a Road Traffic Incident. Please find alternative routes, updates to follow. Update 19:00 The road has now been reopened. It’s believed that a child was hit by a car. The Air Ambulance service was at the scene, landing in a nearby park. The child has been taken to the hospital by road ambulance. We have reached out to Leicestershire Police and are waiting for a statement. More to follow.

The Parade in Oadby came alive today with Oadby Motorfest event. Numerous classic sports cars and bikes, as well as some vintage buses Pictures and Video by Russell Thorpe for Leicester Media Online

Sunday 23rd August 2026, 10am-1pm at Kirby Muxloe Village Hall, Station Road, LE9 2EQ. THIS MARKET IS FULLY BOOKED FOR STALLHOLDERS. Kirby Muxloe Community Markets are events designed to bring the whole community together, and provide something for everyone, all whilst raising much-needed funds for the amazing children’s mental health charity, The Little Beam Foundation. Visit the Facebook event page click the button below. Charity information Charity Number - 1192658 The Little Beam Foundation is a charity designed to support children and young adults (3-18yrs) struggling with Mental Health Issues by providing access and grants to gain effective support through. CLICK HERE FOR WEB SITE Little Beam Foundation

Oadby Motorfest - returns for 2026! The Parade Oadby LE2 5BF 10am start Oadby will come alive with Leicester heritage busses. We welcome classic, sports cars and bikes (maybe even some tractors) We have the sporting bears offering dream rides. Lots of offers in many shops. Please come for a great day out and social meet event. Sunday 9th August 2026 no cars before 9.30 please. Free event for everyone. For more information visit the Facebook page

County council asks Government to draw up fresh plans. Leicestershire County Council has formally expressed its concern about the Government’s decision to expand the Leicester city boundary. Councillors today (Thursday) agreed to call on the Government to go back to the drawing board and put together new plans for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. They’re also asking ministers to retain the current city boundary and ensure the residents of Leicestershire and Rutland have local government that reflects their local needs and interests. In the meantime, council officers are continuing to work constructively with partners to help shape future arrangements and ensure services continue to be delivered for communities. The council’s full council met this afternoon and agreed the motion below: 1. This County Council condemns the government’s proposal for Local Government reorganisation in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. 2. Their proposal to drag 100,000s of Leicestershire County residents into Leicester City, overwhelmingly against their will, is an undemocratic disgrace. 3. This Council notes that the Liberal Democrat group opposes the government’s proposal to put the rest of Leicestershire and Rutland into one Unitary authority, believing such an authority will be too remote from many residents. They also oppose City expansion. This Council also notes that the Reform and Conservative Groups support a one Leicestershire Council with no expansion of the city. 4. Public consultation on the proposals demonstrated significant opposition to the expansion of Leicester City's boundaries, with 88% of respondents opposing such expansion. 5. Any future local government structure must deliver effective public services, strong local representation, value for money and long-term financial sustainability. 6. This Council believes that: (a) Leicester City's existing boundaries should be retained and that communities should not be transferred into Leicester City against their wishes. (b) The results of public consultation should be properly respected and reflected in any future proposals. (c) Decisions on the future structure of local government in Leicestershire should be based on evidence, sustainability, service effectiveness, and democratic accountability. (d) The Government's decision-making process should be transparent, evidence-based, and capable of withstanding public scrutiny. Where decisions appear inconsistent with the evidence submitted or fail to reflect the outcome of public consultation adequately, it is appropriate for the Council to consider all available legal remedies including judicial review. 7. This Council therefore resolves to: (a) Note that legal advice is being sought on the lawfulness and robustness of the Government’s decision-making process in relation to local government reorganisation in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland and, subject to that advice, consider what further steps, including any available legal remedies, may be appropriate if reasonable grounds are identified for doing so. (b) Call on the Government to safeguard local democracy by confirming that, should the timetable for this reorganisation slip beyond 1 April 2028, the scheduled May 2027 elections for the district and borough councils, Leicester City Council, the City Mayor and Rutland Council will proceed as soon as is possible, in order to maintain democratic accountability across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland during any extended transition period. (c) Call on the government and the new Prime Minister to go back to the drawing board and put together new plans for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. Plans which will keep the city boundary the same as it currently is and ensure the residents of Leicestershire and Rutland have local government that can reflect their local needs and interests. Leicestershire County Council News - Thursday, 6 August, 2026