The headlines in Hinckley and Nuneaton

23/12/2024

FLIGHTS

• People heading off for a festive break are reminded of the do’s and don’ts of airport security by the team at East Midlands Airport.

• They are reminding passengers Christmas crackers, party poppers, and fireworks are all banned items

• The team have had to confiscate a frozen turkey before.

FAMILIES

• Hundreds of Leicestershire families needing extra support will receive a helping hand this Christmas.
• Food hampers, toys, food vouchers and activities have been organised by Leicestershire County Council’s Targeted Family Help service.
• In Hinckley and Bosworth, it is thought that up to 500 children will receive toys donated through its annual toy appeal, as well as the £10,000 worth of food bank vouchers

NHS

• Colleagues at the Emergency Department (ED) Transfer Hub at the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust put together a Christmas-themed weekend for patients.
• People were offered food, music, entertainment and beauty therapy.
• The Transfer Hub helps to reduce ambulance waiting times by supporting patients who have been seen in the emergency department and are awaiting transfer to a ward.