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Rutland County Council’s public meetings decline sharply

By Sarah Ward - Local Democracy Reporter

6th Nov 2024 | Local News

Despite having the same statutory responsibilities, Leicestershire County Council met 13 times compared to Rutland Council's 5. (Photo: LDRS)

The number of public meetings held by Rutland County Council is declining rapidly and set to be half the number convened three years ago.

Rutland Council plans to dip into reserve to balance budget this year

By Sarah Ward - Local Democracy Reporter

5th Nov 2024 | Local News

Rutland County Council has come under fire throughout this year for cutting local services. (Photo: Nub News)

A council is planning to dip into its reserves to balance its budget this year’s finances with school funding needs much higher than expected.

Road closures in Oakham and Rutland for Remembrance Day

By Grace Kennington

5th Nov 2024 | Local News

Major roads will be closed in Melton, Stamford and Oakham town centres for Remembrance Day services. (Photo: Grace Kennington)

There are several major roads in Oakham, Stamford and Melton that will be shut on Sunday 10th November for Remembrance Day. .

Rutland MP’s Christmas card competition closes this week

By Grace Kennington

5th Nov 2024 | Local News

Last year's winning design was presented to then- Prime Minster Rishi Sunak (Photo: Alicia Kearns Office)

Alicia Kearns, MP for Rutland and Stamford, reminds local primary schools that her fifth annual Christmas card competition closes on Friday 8th November. .

Campaigners hope Rutland Council will reject expansion of Ketton Quarry following delays

By Grace Kennington

5th Nov 2024 | Local News

Grange Top Quarry hopes to extract minerals in more areas, as well as expand over the next thirty years. (Photo: Wiki Commons)

Campaigners against the expansion of Top Quarry in Ketton hope that Rutland County Council will reject plans after a precedent set by UK Supreme Court.

Deadline to register to vote in Oakham North East Councillor byelection approaches

By Grace Kennington

4th Nov 2024 | Local News

The Oakham North East by election has four candidates hoping to be voted the new councillor. (Photo: NubNews)

The Oakham North East byelection will be held on Thursday 21st November, with some of the deadlines for voter registration closing this week. .

Rutland MP says she’s “deeply disappointed” in response to Chancellor’s Autumn Budget

By Grace Kennington

4th Nov 2024 | Local News

Rutland MP Alicia Kearns describes new budget as devastating for farmers and small businesses. (Photo: Alicia Kearns)

Alicia Kearns, MP for Rutland and Stamford, has released a statement in response to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget.

This Rutland town council will get an extra £3k from increasing market rent

By Sarah Ward - Local Democracy Reporter

4th Nov 2024 | Local News

Uppingham Town Council will get an additional £3,000 from increasing the rent for market stalls. (Photo: LDRS)

Uppingham Council decides to increase market rent in Rutland market town after a decade of price freezes.

Brooke Road in Oakham opens for two hours a day for pedestrians

By Grace Kennington

4th Nov 2024 | Local News

Brooke Road initially shut from 22nd July until 11th October, but will now be closed until 30th November.

Rutland County Council will now open Brooke Road in Oakham for two hours a day for pedestrians in the week, but local people continue to be frustrated.

Oakham vet shares top tips to keep your pets calm this Bonfire Night

By Grace Kennington

3rd Nov 2024 | Local News

Chris Booth from Oakham Veterinary Hospital has shared his top tips for reducing anxiety and keeping your pet calm during fireworks. (Photo: Serjan Midili)

Clinical Director of Oakham Veterinary Hospital, Chris Booth MRCVS, has shared some of his top tips for keeping your pet calm during fireworks.

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