Broadband speed is a hot topic at the moment. The
prime issue is that private service providers do not
consider there to be an economic case for improving
broadband provision in some areas with poor
connectivity. A key element of this is that it usually costs
providers considerably more to provide broadband
services in rural areas than it does in more urban areas
emda recently hosted a rural broadband summit
which brought together stakeholders from across the
region to explore the potential for improved broadband
connectivity in areas that are least likely to be reached
by mainstream market providers. Delegates were
invited to put forward their ideas to inform a rural
broadband manifesto for the region.
Broadband connectivity has been identified as a
key priority within the Leicester and Leicestershire
Strategy for Economic Growth, 2010-20. Prospect
Leicestershire, as a delivery partner with the new subregional
governance arrangements, is currently leading
interventions within the County. More »

The Kilby Woodland Trust is in process of creating a new woodland amenity for the Village. Land to the rear of the Dog & Gun towards Fleckney Rd has been acquired on lease from the County Council and will be planted with native trees, wildflowers and meadow areas as a natural public recreation area.

Do you have an idea for an exciting local project but need a boost? Are you a local resident looking to have your say on how funding is spent on local activities? Are you a representative of a local community group? If the answer to any of these questions is “YES!” this is the event for you!

We are offering residents and representatives of community groups from Lubbesthorpe, Enderby, Narborough, Glen Parva, Blaby, Countesthorpe, Cosby, Whetstone and Kilby, the opportunity to propose and vote on exciting, innovative local projects worthy of a share of £20,000. More »

The results for Kilby Scheme running from 7/01/08 - 03/02/08
A 20 mph speed limit is in force in the village

Total Amount of Vehicles 437
Average Speed 29.9
24/5/6/Mph 43
27/8/9 Mph 199
30Mph+ 185
40Mph+ 10

The highest speed recorded was 43mph by two vehicles in a 20mph zone.

One youth had been interviewed and had admitted his involvement in all the crime and disorder incidents reported with the exception of the broken window.

The general view was that such incidents had reduced but there were still occasional reports of nuisance behaviour. The Police would be returning to Kilby again with their Neighbourhood Police van to allow the reporting and discussion of any incidents.

Community Speed Watch: Training will be given on the 3rd January at the United Reformed Church with the scheme going into action the the 7th January 2008. It is hoped this will encourage motorist to keep within the 20mph speed limit that is enforce through the village of Kilby.