Four Worcester parks win national awards
For the second year running four of Worcester's parks have been named as among the very best in the entire country – with each of them awarded a coveted Green Flag award. The awards have been announced at a time when millions of people are seeing the value of having great quality green spaces on ...
Over 6,000 new trees to be planted in Worcester
6,100 new trees are to be planted in Worcester, as a result of successful applications by Worcester City Council to central Government's Urban Tree Challenge Fund.The Urban Tree Challenge Fund aims to support the planting of more than 130,000 trees across England's towns and cities.4,000 mi...
Mark Remembrance Sunday from home, says Mayor of Worcester
The Mayor of Worcester is calling on Worcester residents, members of the armed forces and veterans to mark Remembrance Sunday from home this year. The impact of the pandemic and the need for social distancing mean that the traditional Civic Procession from the Guildhall to the Cathedral, the Mili...
Support for Worcester City Council to tackle climate emergency
Worcester City Council's role in leading the local response to climate change has been endorsed by residents, local businesses and stakeholders. Last year the City Council declared a climate emergency and pledged to make Worcester carbon neutral by 2030. The Council set up a cross-party steering...
Making Worcester safe for vulnerable residents
People who are exempt from the wearing of face coverings in indoor settings are guaranteed a warm welcome at shops and cafes in Worcester which have signed up to the national Safe Place scheme.The Safe Place initiative gives the elderly and people with a disability, illness or learning difficulty...
