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Public hearings to scrutinise a key planning document setting out where thousands of new homes will be built across South Worcestershire by 2041 start today (4 March) and can be watched live online. Government-appointed inspectors are testing whether the South Worcestershire Development Plan Revie…

A new Worcester City Plan covering the five years up to 2030 has been agreed by Worcester City Councillors. The plan sets out the Council’s vision for an ambitious, vibrant and welcoming historic city with opportunities for everyone. The new City Plan has cross-party support. Labour’…

A Worcester event will celebrate the achievements of women, along with the fight for gender equality. Worcester Trades Union Council is organising the International Women's Day event at the Guildhall on Saturday 8 March between 10am and 3pm. The Worcester City Council-supported event will include…

The Council Tax bills for the 2025-26 financial year have been agreed by Worcester City Council. Although the City Council only accounts for 10% of residents’ Council Tax, it has the job of issuing the bills and processing the payment of them. Worcester City Council’s element of the b…

One of Worcester’s most popular family attractions is about to undergo a major refurbishment to ensure it’s back up and running for the summer. The Splashpad in Gheluvelt Park is a free water-based play facility that attracts thousands of children and their parents every year, but it h…