Evington Children's Home Proposal Delayed | Leicester News

Leicester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 13, 2026 · 1m

A new children’s home in Evington, Leicester, faces a major setback as the council delays approval amid fierce neighborhood opposition and mounting concerns over funding, location, and whether it truly serves local needs. Despite Ofsted’s positive rating for operator Jasmine Gardens and low demand for general children’s homes in the city, council members flagged potential profits for operators and questioned if the facility caters more to out-of-town kids. With eight similar applications already rejected — half still under appeal — the committee voted to hold off, calling for more clarity…