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26 March 2026
Adopted South Worcestershire Development Plan Review to guide long-term growth
A long-term plan for growth that will deliver thousands of new homes, key infrastructure and opportunities for job creation has been approved by councils across South Worcestershire.
The South Worcestershire Development Plan Review (SWDPR) was officially adopted by Worcester City, Malvern Hills Di…
26 March 2026
Securing a Vibrant Future for Worcester’s Hopmarket
The Hopmarket Charity, Worcester City Council, and Platform Housing Group have today confirmed a shared commitment to securing a vibrant and sustainable future for the Hopmarket building at the heart of Worcester city centre.
The Hopmarket is a prominent Grade II listed landmark made up of residen…
25 March 2026
Beautiful Worcester mural celebrates 200 years of rail travel and welcomes visitors to The Arches
Passengers arriving at Worcester Foregate Street train station are now being welcomed to the city by a beautiful new mural celebrating 200 years of trail travel.
The colourful design by local artist Sarah Brown, who worked with local people to create it, is also waymarking the entrance…
25 March 2026
Backing for plan to support homeless families
A plan to buy a large building in the city to provide temporary accommodation for homeless people has been approved by Worcester city councillors.
The move will contribute to the City Council’s plan of reducing its use of privately-owned bed and breakfast accommodation for homeless families…
25 March 2026
Corn Exchange set to come back to life as part of Scala arts centre
The refurbishment of Worcester’s historic Corn Exchange building is set to start in April, following a decision by Worcester city councillors.
The Grade II listed building, closed since 2013, will reopen as part of Scala arts centre. Boasting a stunning glass vaulted ceiling and with the cap…