This is the first time that East Midlands Ambulance Service has declared a Critical Incide
East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EMAS) declared a critical incident on Monday 6 January 2025.
They said that they put out more ambulance resources than ever before.
A combination of significant patient demand, pressure within local hospitals, and flooding across the East Midlands, led to this level of escalation.
Tributes to former leader Nick Rushton
Leicestershire County Council pays tribute to former LCC Leader Nick Rushton who has sadly passed away
British Heart Foundation announces closure of 150 Stores over two financial year
British Heart Foundation announces closure of 150 Stores over two financial year with Nuneaton and Coalville stores on the list of closures.
Carelessly Discarded Cigarette Sparks Serious House Fire in Measham
Discarded cigarette in a wheelie bin sparks serious house fire in Measham which spread rapidly to a car. Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service says a few simple precautions can help prevent devastating fires.
How local government re-organisation looks in Leicestershire
Part of Charnwood would be under an expanded City council, the rest would be run by a Unitary authority for Leicestershire and Rutland
New ticket barriers planned at Nuneaton station
Nuneaton railway station is set to receive new ticket barriers as part of a £33 million Government programme aimed at tackling fare evasion and creating a fairer rail network.
Couple recreate first date at Leicestershire railway
A couple from Leicestershire have enjoyed a nostalgic journey on the Great Central Railway after a home care worker nominated them for a special surprise.
Joint Statement from Conservative politicians on local government changes
Local Conservative MPs and Councillors have condemned the Government's decision to press ahead with plans to transfer significant parts of historic Leicestershire into Leicester City and force Rutland into a new authority against its wishes, describing the move as a bitter blow for communities across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
Leicestershire County Council leader says they will "challenge" reorganisation plans
A decision to expand Leicester City has been branded ‘a disastrous day for democracy’ by Leicestershire County Council’s leader.
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