Man in court over grandfather's death after pub incident
Nathan Gothard appears at Leicester Crown Court accused of murdering David Darke, 66, who died after an incident outside a Leicestershire village pub. The family pays tribute.
Nathan Gothard appears at Leicester Crown Court accused of murdering David Darke, 66, who died after an incident outside a Leicestershire village pub. The family pays tribute.
Maneer Khan denies murdering two men in a Wolverhampton shooting. He and a co-defendant have been remanded in custody ahead of a three-week trial starting in July.
West Bromwich Albion have parted company with head coach Ryan Mason following a last-gasp defeat to Leicester City. Assistant Nigel Gibbs also departs. Read the latest.
Jamie Oliver confirms the first UK location for his Jamie's Italian relaunch in London's Leicester Square, set for February 2026, with plans for up to 40 new sites.
Age UK urges Leicester residents to donate unwanted Christmas presents to its Superstore. The Great Winter Bag Drop raises funds for vital services combating loneliness in older people this winter.
Major state pension changes from 2026 will see the age rise from 66 to 67, forcing millions to delay retirement. Learn how to plan your finances now.
Parents claim a seven-year-old was pushed by a staff member at Stokes Wood Primary in Leicester, leaving the child with a head injury. The school's investigation concluded safeguards were followed.
Leicestershire Police launch urgent appeal to find Ivan Finney, 53, missing since New Year's Eve. Last seen heading to Morrisons in Leicester. Public urged to call 101 with information.
Professor Nishan Canagarajah, President of the University of Leicester, receives a knighthood in the 2026 King's New Year Honours for his transformative work in higher education and inclusion.
The DWP is moving the retirement goalposts. From April 2026, the state pension age will increase from 66 to 67. Find out how this change affects your retirement plans.
Major changes to the UK state pension age begin in 2026. Find out exactly when you can claim based on your date of birth and how it affects your retirement plans.
Professor Nishan Canagarajah, President of the University of Leicester, receives a knighthood for his transformative work in higher education and championing inclusion. Discover his remarkable journey.
Professor Michael Nicholson receives OBE for normothermic machine perfusion, a technique he pioneered in Leicester, transforming transplant medicine and saving lives.
A new report warns raising the state pension age to 70 is 'necessary' due to the 'unsustainable' Triple Lock. Discover the proposed reforms and their impact on retirement.
The DWP confirms the state pension age will increase from 66 to 67 between April 2026 and 2028. Find out how the phased change affects your retirement plans.
SNP MSP warns Scotland faces being 'punished again' as UK Labour government reviews state pension age. Calls for halt to increase due to lower life expectancy.
The UK state pension age is set to increase from 66 to 67 between 2026-2028. Learn how this affects retirement plans and why further rises are being considered.
The DWP confirms the state pension qualifying age will increase to 67 between 2026 and 2028, impacting thousands. Expert warns future hikes could accelerate.
Almost one million eligible UK households are missing out on an average £4,300 annual income boost from Pension Credit. The DWP and Age UK urge pensioners to check eligibility now.
The UK state pension age is set to increase from 66 to 67 starting in 2026. Find out exactly when you can claim and how to plan for the changes.
A sixth suspect is arrested over a serious assault in Leicester city centre that left a man in his 20s with critical head injuries. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
The State Pension age is set to rise from 66 to 67 between 2026 and 2028. Chancellor Rachel Reeves has commissioned a review to examine future sustainability. Learn what this means for you.
State Pension to rise by 4.8% in April 2026, bringing a £574 annual hike. Discover all five major changes, including the pension age increase and new dashboard launch.
Gregory Pichery, a former dance teacher, has been sentenced to four years in prison for sexually assaulting male students. The offences occurred between 2004 and 2019. Police urge other potential victims to come forward.
Minister Jess Phillips gives a sarcastic response as Pornhub sees a huge drop in UK visitors following the Online Safety Act's age verification rules. Read the latest.
After a decade of trying, Chris Woodgate from Leicester has won a £120,000 Rolls-Royce Wraith and £45,000 cash in a dream car competition. Discover his emotional reaction and life-changing plans.
Everything you need to know about Cruz from Simon Cowell's new boy band December 10, including his age, hometown, musical theatre background and Instagram. Discover the rising star.
Discover everything about Nicolas, the 16-year-old singer in Simon Cowell's new boyband December 10, from his Lisbon roots to his Harry Styles comparisons and rocky audition. Read the full story now.
Get the facts on Cruz, the 19-year-old star from Uxbridge in Simon Cowell's new Netflix boyband December 10. Discover his musical theatre roots and Instagram.
Human remains found in a Leicester woodland have been identified as Malgorzata Wnuczek, missing since 2006. A suspect has been identified, with international prosecution pending. Read the latest.