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.
Police appeal after reported sexual threats in Camp Hill
Police are appealing for witnesses and CCTV footage after a man reportedly approached a house in Orchard Way, Camp Hill, and made sexual threats to the occupants.
Leicestershire recycling centres launch ReHome Zones for unwanted household items
All 13 household waste recycling sites across Leicestershire now have ReHome Zones, allowing residents to give unwanted items in good condition a second life instead of sending them for disposal.
Hinckley Leisure Centre Car Park to be closed for one day
Hinckley Leisure Centre Car Park to be closed for the day on 20th October 2026 for large steel sections to be delivered for the next stage of the improvement works
Van driver found guilty of trying to rape woman near M1 services
A van driver has been found guilty of attempting to rape a woman near services on the M1 earlier this year.
Hinckley and District Poppy Appeal holds tribute to the fallen at Triumph
Veterans, local dignitaries and members of the public gathered at the Triumph Motorcycle Experience in Hinckley this morning 17th October 2026 for a special event organised by the Hinckley and District Poppy Appeal.
Crimestoppers offers £1,000 reward to help find wanted Nuneaton man
A reward of up to £1,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest of Jayden Bailey, who is wanted on recall to prison and for breaching a slavery and trafficking risk order.
Police investigate seven courier fraud reports across Leicestershire
Police are urging residents to warn older relatives, friends and neighbours about courier fraud after seven reports across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. Victims are being targeted by callers pretending to be police officers or bank staff.
Hinckley Banking Hub to open in December
A new Banking Hub for Hinckley town centre is expected to open in December, bringing face-to-face banking services to the town.
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