Leicestershire County Council24 Feb 2026Council leader says he wants staff back in officeHarrison says working from home affects employees' productivity, mental health and value for money.24 Feb 202620 Feb 2026Reform UK councillor defects to Restore BritainCharles Whitford announces he has joined MP Rupert Lowe's new party Restore Britain.20 Feb 202618 Feb 2026Council approves 'lowest tax rise in 12 years'The Reform-led administration says it does not want to burden residents with a maximum 4.99% rise.18 Feb 202610 Feb 2026Council boss calls for Reform UK to expel colleagueDan Harrison said a social media post supporting US immigration enforcers was the "final straw".10 Feb 20263 Feb 2026Authority 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.3 Feb 202616 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 2025...
