‘Play on the way’ complete at Worcester green space
New ‘Play on the Way’ equipment has been installed to brighten school journeys for Worcester children.
Worcester City Council has completed the installation of new play equipment along a well-used walking route for local schoolchildren – between Cranham Drive and Chedworth Close…
City Council praised following independent assessment
Worcester City Council has received praise from an independent review team, who looked at how the authority is run.
The City Council was assessed in April by a group of senior councillors and staff from other authorities across the country in a process known as the Local Government Association (LG…
SWDPR likely to pass key stage
Planning Inspectors have indicated the South Worcestershire Development Plan Review (SWDPR) is likely to pass a key stage, allowing it to move forward to formal adoption.
The SWDPR was subject to public examination during hearings in March, which scrutinised the policies and evidence the Plan is b…
Survey reveals views on future of local councils
More than 4,200 people and organisations have taken part in a survey seeking views on how local councils should be reorganised.
The Shape Worcestershire survey took place in June and invited feedback on government plans to abolish Worcestershire County Council and the six district, borough, and ci…
Outgoing Mayor donates funds to children’s charity
The outgoing Mayor of Worcester, Councillor Mel Allcott, has handed over a cheque for £22,731.02 to her chosen charity.
During her year in office, Cllr Allcott headed an appeal to raise funds for Perdiswell Young People’s Leisure Club. This complemented her theme as Mayor, which…
