Category: Leicester

One person has been injured and a number of buildings evacuated after part of a building collapsed and scattered debris in Leicester city centre.Police were called to Wharf Street South on Monday evening to reports of the collapse and several roads in the area were closed.A person who was in the street sustained minor injuries and was discharged by East Midlands Ambulance Service at the scene, officers said.Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is dealing with the incident and is carrying out an assessment of the damage.Leicestershire Police also confirmed the damage was not caused by an explosion.Dryden Street, Old Milton Street, Lee Circle, Fleet Street, Gladstone Street, Wharf Street South, Clyde Street, Gladstone Street, Wharf Street and St Matthews Way were all closed.

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a man who was found seriously injured in a street in Leicester.Leicestershire Police said it was contacted at 06:58 BST on Sunday after East Midlands Ambulance Service found a man in his late 20s in Compton Road. He was pronounced dead at the scene.Two men, 36 and 27, were arrested on suspicion of murder on Sunday evening and remain in custody, the force said.Officers added they had set up a major incident public portal for anyone with information to contact them.Police said the man’s next of kin had been identified and were being supported by trained officers.Det Insp Kevin Hames said: “We are in the very early stages of this investigation with full inquiries being carried out as we continue to establish what has happened.”As we progress our inquiries, I do of course ask that anyone with any information makes contact with us as soon as possible.”

A man has suffered serious facial injuries in a stabbing in Leicester city centre. Leicestershire Police said they attended Belvoir Street at 00:25 BST on Sunday and found a wounded man in his 40s. He was taken to hospital where he remains in a stable condition. A cordon remains on Belvoir Street while detectives continue to investigate. Det Sgt Pala said: “The city centre was of course a very busy area at the time of this incident and we are appealing to anyone with any information, who has not yet spoken to police, to please make contact.”Our inquiries are very much progressing as we continue to establish the full circumstances of what has happened and officers do remain in the area.”

Homeowners have been asked to help tackle the ash dieback “challenge” that is facing Leicestershire. The destructive disease, caused by a fungus, has wiped out thousands of ash trees across the UK in the past 14 years. Leicestershire County Council said the disease can pose a threat to the public as it can cause trees to shed branches or to fall. Adam Tilbury, cabinet member for environment, said the disease continued to have a “significant impact” on the county’s landscape.The ash dieback fungus originated in Asia and was introduced to Europe about 30 years ago.It was first recorded in the UK in 2012 and experts estimate that 85% of all ash trees could be affected by the disease.The council said many of Leicestershire’s ash trees are on private land, and the body is working to raise awareness of the issue among residents, businesses and landowners. Tilbury said the council was urging landowners to “remain vigilant” for the signs of ash dieback, including thinning canopies, dark lesions on the bark and dieback in branches.”Ash dieback continues to have a significant impact on our landscape, and it is vital that landowners understand their responsibilities in managing affected trees safely,” he said. “Dead or weakened ash trees can present a serious risk to people, property and our highways if not properly maintained.”Everyone has a role to play in protecting public safety and preserving our natural environment, so please take the time to check your trees and seek professional advice where necessary.”

Part of a Leicester road will be closed for up to seven weeks while traffic calming measures are installed.The £250,000 project begins on Gipsy Lane on Sunday, said Leicester City Council, with a closure between Northfield Road and Oliver Road.Two existing zebra crossings will be raised onto tables, while speed cushions will also be installed and footpaths widened.Two existing 20mph zones will also be linked by a new order to expand the regulations along Gipsy Lane between Oliver Road and Naseby Road.The council said the work aimed to reduce speeds near North Mead Primary Academy, in response to local concerns.Assistant mayor for transport councillor Geoff Whittle, said: “This road closure is required while important road safety improvements are carried out to this busy route which runs alongside a local school.”The work will be carried out during the school summer holidays when traffic is considerably reduced, and we will do all that we can to ensure that work is completed quickly and that the road reopens in good time.”A diversion will be signposted during the works, said the council.

Monga made his Premier League debut for the Foxes at the age of 15 and has decided to join City despite interest from other top clubs.
The 17-year-old played 37 times for Leicester and was also the youngest player to start a game for the club.

Jeremy Monga (right) in action for Leicester against West Bromwich Albion (Nick Potts/PA).Monga told City’s website: “When I became aware that Manchester City were interested, I knew instantly this was the right choice for me.
“For any young footballer, to become part of this amazing club is a dream come true.”

A number of properties have been evacuated after a house fire spread to the roof space in a row of terraces in Leicester.Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service said it had been called to a house fire in Coral Street in Belgrave on Friday afternoon. The fire service said eight fire engines, including an aerial ladder platform, were at the scene.Residents have been told to close their windows and doors while motorists were warned to expect delays. The fire service added there were “no reports of casualties”.

East Midlands Railway will be operating a reduced timetable across several of our routes until Sunday 12th July, due to forecasted severe weather.East Midlands Railway (EMR) has renewed its travel advice as hot weather continues, urging passengers to travel only if their journey is essential while high temperatures affect the rail network.In an update issued on Friday 10 July, the operator said the Met Office is forecasting temperatures above the seasonal average, with highs of up to 33°C expected in London, the East Midlands and parts of southern England. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) also has an amber heat-health alert in place for the East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, South East and South West.EMR said customers should only travel between Wednesday 8 July and Sunday 12 July if their journey is essential.EMR said on Friday 10 July:‘The Met Office are advising that temperatures this week are expected to be above average for the time of year, with highs of 33°C anticipated in London and various areas of southern England and the East Midlands.‘The UK Health and Security Agency’s (UKHSA) has issued an amber heat alert for the East Midlands, West Midlands, East of England, London, South East and South West.‘East Midlands Railway are advising customers to only travel between Wednesday 8th and Sunday 12th July if their journey is essential.’ 

Added by Love Business East Midlands | 9 July 2026

An amazing £75,000 donation from Heart Link has funded a new cryoablation console for the East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre (EMCHC).

The equipment will help the paediatric electrophysiology team at the EMCHC to treat selected children and young people with abnormal heart rhythms – including supraventricular tachycardia, also known as SVT.

SVT is a condition where the heart suddenly beats much faster than normal. This can cause palpitations, dizziness, chest discomfort, breathlessness, fainting, or repeated trips to hospital. Some children need a procedure called catheter ablation to treat the small area of heart tissue which is causing the fast rhythm.

Cryoablation is a special type of catheter ablation. Instead of using heat, it uses freezing energy. This can be helpful when the abnormal rhythm pathway is close to the heart’s normal electrical system, where extra care is needed.

The introduction of cryoablation at the EMCHC means selected children can now access this specialist treatment closer to home. This enhances patient experience by reducing travel and supporting a simpler, safer and more effective care pathway.

Consultant Paediatric Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist, Dr Haris Kotidis, said:

“This is an important development for our paediatric arrhythmia service. Cryoablation gives us another treatment option when an abnormal rhythm pathway is close to the heart’s normal electrical system.

“In the past, some children needed to have their procedure stopped in Leicester and repeated in Birmingham. This was stressful for children and families, and added pressure to both hospital services. 

“Thanks to Heart Link, more children will now be able to have their treatment safely in Leicester. We are extremely grateful for their support, which will make a real difference to children, families and to our clinical team.”

Heart Link has supported children with heart conditions and their families since 1981. The charity has raised millions of pounds to improve care and facilities for young patients at UHL.

Graeme Williams, Vice Chair and Trustee of Heart Link, said:

“We are proud and excited to have been able to fund the cryoablation equipment, making this specialist treatment available to children at the East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre.

“Investing £75,000 to bring cryoablation to Leicester was never in doubt. Now, selected children can be treated here, reducing the need for referral to other hospitals and giving a much-improved experience for young heart patients and their families when they need it most.”

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A driver has died following a crash between a tractor and a car in a village in Leicestershire.Leicestershire Police said officers were called to reports of a collision between a black Renault Laguna and a red Massey Ferguson tractor pulling a trailer in Ratcliffe Road, Thrussington, at about 22:50 BST on 26 June.The car driver and a passenger were taken to hospital with serious injuries while two further passengers in the car sustained minor injuries.The force said it had since been notified that the car driver died two days after the crash while the passenger has been discharged from hospital.It is believed the Renault was travelling in the direction of Thrussington and the tractor was travelling in the opposite direction when the crash happened, officers said.Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage of the vehicles involved has been asked to contact the force.