Britain’s Silver Bullet: Marking the Government’s Record on Education 29th January 2024 If there is one underpinning issue in political debate and government from which all others develop, it must surely be education. This is entirely natural... Opinions
PCC empowers householders to take control of their safety as free home security scheme takes off 27th January 2024 Eligible householders in areas of Leicestershire will be offered high-quality security upgrades this week under a major crime prevention project led by Police... Local News
Frisby on the Wreake leaflets 27th January 2024 On 27 January I was in Frisby on the Wreake for a meeting, but I arrived about half an hour early so I decided to spend the time delivering some leaflets around... Local News
New crime statistics show that people are 40 per cent more likely to be victims of crime in areas run by Labour. 26th January 2024 I don't often cover national news on this website, but the new figures are pretty startling, so I thought I'd share them here. The headline finding is that... Opinions
PCC joins officers using metal detecting wands in the fight against knife crime 25th January 2024 Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews has joined officers on the front line, tackling knife crime in the city, as part of a national campaign week. In... Local News
PCC funds iconic blue lamps in homage to golden era of neighbourhood policing 24th January 2024 Several police stations across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland will soon receive Victorian-style blue lamps outside the building as part of a plan to make... Local News
Meet the PCC and Chief Constable in West Leicester 23rd January 2024 Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Rupert Matthews has called a meeting on 20 February to give residents in West Leicester the opportunity to share their views... Local News
Public Meeting in East Leicester 17th January 2024 On Tuesday 17 January, my office organised a public meeting for the residents of Leicester East. And so I made my way to Wesley Hall, just off Spinney Hill Park... Local News
Ward Surgery with Cllr Ravi Mahesh, Leicester 16th January 2024 On 13 January I went to the St Barnabas Library to join Cllr Ravi Mahesh at his regular surgery held for residents in his ward of North Evington. It proved to... Local News