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Back to EpisodesLeicester Schools' July Fortnight: A Beloved Tradition at Risk?
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Leicester schools traditional two-week July break, a cherished tradition since the 1960s, faces a potential change. The Leicestershire County Council proposed shortening it to one week, but the Leicester City Council, led by Mayor Sir Peter Soulsby, advocates for maintaining the status quo. The decision hinges on a public consultation later this spring, as opposition leaders argue that scrapping the extra week would burden families with increased costs and childcare challenges.
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