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Businesses in Leicester are claiming the series of Taxi protests are damaging their trade at the busiest time of year.

Tonight sees a fourth "Go Slow" protest by Hackney cab drivers, who are angry at a new penalty points scheme they claim is unfair and will damage their livelihoods. During a demonstration at the city council's headquarters, Leicester branch secretary Umar Khan told us they will continue as it's the only way to get their message across. However, we also hear from the City Mayor, with his thoughts.

Now as the streets become more and more crowded with people flooding into Leicester to do their Christmas shopping - its not just businesses who're hoping to make money - it's also the season when petty thieves will try and get rich...

With that in mind, Leicestershire Police are out and about, and are also reminding people to take steps to protect their things. 大象传媒 Radio Leicester's Jo Hollis joined one of the city's police officers on his beat.

And, after years of waiting the seventh chapter of the epic Star Wars saga is released today.

There were midnight showings for the most dedicated fans to get a first glimpse of Luke, Leia and Han back in action and amongst those to stay up late was our very own Jack Rafferty. We'll get his spoiler free review in just a moment but first, if you're planning to catch the latest film this weekend, you might need a reminder of the story so far.