BBC Local Live: Leicestershire on Thursday 5 January 2017

Summary

Fenwick store closing
Three 'seriously injured' in Swinford crash
Armed police patrols in Leicestershire finish
Ndidi gets work permit in time for Everton match
Updates for Thursday 5 January 2017

Live Reporting

Amy Woodfield

No more armed patrolspublished at 14:37 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
The temporary policing operation which saw armed officers patrolled busy and crowded places in Leicestershire has come to an end.
Image source, Louis Connor Riley
The extra security was put in place over Christmas and New Year following a suspected terrorist attack on a Christmas Market in Berlin.
Your comments: Fenwick closingpublished at 14:28 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Facebook
Some more Facebook , externalcomments on the closure of Fenwick in Leicester.
Lisa Maria Shepherd said: "A beautiful classic 'Are You Being Served' style store. I am not entirely surprised - with the hub of the shopping being at the other end of town though. I don't shop there but hope the building is respectfully used."
Pamela Harrison said: "How sad a shop that has been in Leicester for so long is going - none of the older shops will be left. I noticed one of my Christmas presents came from there I shall always remember that."
Map glitch shows ocean bus stoppublished at 14:15 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Leicester Mercury
Anyone taking a 158 Arriva bus to Hinckley needs to watch out for sharks - because one of the stops appears to be in the Atlantic Ocean., external
Your comments: Fenwick closingpublished at 14:05 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
"Fenwick is on the outer limit of the city centre. People just don't want to walk that far. The centre of gravity has shifted in Leicester and Fenwicks has fallen off the edge.
"The north side of the city centre is well developed now. The south side needs some attention, else from the Horsefair Street boundary the only thing left to walk to will be the train station."
Jack Matthews
Ndidi available to start against Evertonpublished at 13:45 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
BBC Leicester Sport
Claudio Ranieri confirms Wilfred Ndidi’s work permit has come through and he will be available to face Everton on Saturday.
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Sparse attendance at Foxes presserpublished at 13:25 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Jason Bourne
BBC Radio Leicester Sport
Press conference not exactly well attended today. Got to be 5-6 journalists here. Usually double that at least.
It's like the old days!
'Outstanding' Fenwick staff praisedpublished at 13:10 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
There are 130 people currently working at the Fenwick store in Leicester.
Store director David Illingworth praised them in a statement today, saying: "I want to take this opportunity to thank our outstanding members of staff, many of whom I’ve had the pleasure of working with for over 20 years.
"The situation we find ourselves in is in no way a reflection of their commitment and I will now be focusing all of my energy on ensuring they are fully supported throughout the consultation process.”
Your comments: Fenwick closingpublished at 13:02 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
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We've have lots of comments on our Facebook , externalpage about Fenwick in Leicester closing.
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Ann Kirkpatrick said: "What a shame - spent many happy hours (and pounds) in Fenwicks."
Amanda Ovenall said: "I used to go in with my mum in the 50s and 60s when it was Joseph Johnson. I can't say I'm surprised it's closing though. It's not an area of the city I've frequented in many years."
Ranieri to speak at FA Cup press conferencepublished at 12:50 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Jason Bourne
BBC Radio Leicester Sport
Claudio Ranieri is due to speak to the media soon - I'm sure he'll be asked about new signing Wilfred Ndidi who joined the club on Tuesday.
City will be without three key players for this weekend's FA Cup clash with Everton due to the Africa Cup of Nations.
How seriously will Ranieri take the cup this season? We will find out soon.
Afternoon weather updatepublished at 12:40 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Charlie Slater
BBC Weather presenter
A cold but bright and sunny afternoon with plenty of blue sky and light winds - lows of 3C (37F).
Fenwick to 'prioritise employees'published at 12:20 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
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“This has been a very difficult decision for us, as we have been committed to serving the people of Leicester for over 50 years, but the challenging trading environment and gradual loss of footfall, has made it impossible for us to find a way forward that enables the business to trade successfully. Looking after our Leicester employees and customers will now be a top priority.”
Mark Fenwick, Group Chairman
Website to replace traditional storepublished at 12:07 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
Fenwick admits internet shopping has also played a part in the reduced footfall.
It will soon be launching an online store.
Footfall down 'due to Highcross and Fosse Park'published at 12:01 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
Fenwick says a decline in footfall is the reason it's closing the store.
The shop is based in the city's traditional shopping area but bosses say over recent years shoppers have been "diverted" towards the Highcross shopping centre and Fosse Park retail park.
Image source, Google
They claim many other stores in the Market Street and Belvoir Street area have also be affected by this.
Fenwick consulting with staffpublished at 11:54 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
Fenwick is quite a landmark in Leicester - it's been trading from the store on Market Street since 1962.
Image source, Google
A consultation has started with the shop's employees and Fenwick has said it will continue to trade as normal for the moment.
Fenwick closingpublished at 11:42 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
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Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
The Fenwick store in Leicester is to close permanently in the coming months as footfall declines.
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Council warns of unlicensed waste collectorspublished at 11:25 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
The council has said the man it prosecuted for fly-tipping claimed he collected the rubbish while moving house and paid a man with a van £40 to dispose of it.
He said he found the man on Facebook but didn't check he was a registered waste carrier.
Councillor David Hayes said: “If you get someone else to dispose of your rubbish then you need to make sure they are licensed because it could be you who ends up in court.”
Man billed for fly-tipping in Ansteypublished at 11:17 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
Check out this load of rubbish...
Image source, Charnwood District Council
It was found dumped on Gorse Hill in Anstey in July.
Charnwood District Council has told us the person who put it there will now have to pay a bill for more than £700.
Fatal house fire in Cottesmorepublished at 11:15 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
Quite late yesterday we got the news of a person dying in a house fire in Cottesmore in Rutland.
I've just spoken to the fire service and there's no update yet as to the cause of the fire.
You can read the full story here.
Police dogs awarded for 'excellent work'published at 10:58 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
He might look cute but this furry chap is a crime fighting hero in Leicestershire...
Image source, Leicestershire Police
Akie the police dog is part of the regional East Midlands Operational Support Service, external and has been recognised for all his hard work with a Crown Court Commendation.
Well done!
Firm comments on 'hot food to go' investmentpublished at 10:58 Greenwich Mean Time 5 January 2017
Amy Woodfield
BBC Local Live
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“We see the hot food to go sector as one area of real opportunity. This acquisition provides a great extension to our hot food to go capabilities and gives us another outstanding platform to develop our offer in this area.”
Alex Knight, Samworth Brothers Group chief executive