- A large pile of household-type waste was illegally dumped in a field off the A47 between Hinckley and Earl Shilton — officials call it a “serious and deliberate” waste crime.
- Evidence suggests the rubbish was hidden with soil and two vehicles suspected of being involved have been removed by the council.
- Police and the Environment Agency are now involved; council asks anyone who saw anything unusual to come forward as locals express anger at the countryside being spoiled.
The news, distilled into what matters.
Get the full experience in the app — topics, comments, and audio summaries.