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Leicester’s Bold Expansion Sparks Backlash | Leicester News
Leicester is set to swallow up nearby towns and villages starting in 2028, affecting 45,000 residents currently under Charnwood Borough Council — a move sparking fierce local backlash. After a dramatic 90-minute debate at Loughborough Town Hall ended with a 29-16 vote against the expansion, opponents — including Conservatives and Greens — hailed it as a victory for democracy. Residents are furious, calling it an undemocratic “land grab,” citing a government consultation where 87% opposed the plan. The government defends the decision as strategically necessary for housing, infrastructure, and…
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