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Leicester Expansion Sparks Local Outcry | Leicester News
Leicester’s city limits are set to expand dramatically, swallowing up surrounding towns and villages in a move touted by the government as a step toward efficiency, economic growth, and 30,000 new homes by 2046. But local leaders are furious, calling it a “land grab” and threatening legal action, arguing residents weren’t consulted or given a choice. Critics say the decision ignores community will, while Mayor defends it as overdue, promising better local representation and $46 million in annual savings. Shadow elections are scheduled for May 2027, with full transition to new councils by…
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