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Ofsted rate children’s residential home ‘outstanding’ for second year running

03/05/2024
Some fabric bunting with the letters WELCOME and dried flowers in vases underneath

For the second year running, Ofsted inspectors have rated a Shropshire Council-run children’s home ‘outstanding’. Inspectors were effusive in their praise, with…

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Little Stars charity to open first-ever shop in Shrewsbury’s Darwin shopping centre

02/05/2024

Little Stars, a dedicated local charity committed to supporting babies and children in need, is to open its first charity shop, in…

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Views sought on short breaks services for children and young people with disabilities

01/05/2024
Library image of woman and young girl painting: Credit Mikhail Nilov, Pexels images

Families and professionals in Shropshire are being asked to share their views by taking part in a survey on Short Breaks services…

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Applications for the UKSPF Small Business Grant Scheme will open again on 7 May

01/05/2024
UKSPF funding available for small businesses in Shropshire.

Following an overwhelming response in March, this highly successful grant scheme will open again for applications on 7 May 2024. The UKSPF…

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Farmer ordered to pay £45,000 for demolishing dovecote without consent

30/04/2024

A Shropshire farmer has been ordered to pay fines and costs of more than £45,0000 for demolishing a Grade II listed dovecote…

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People asked for views on future of Whitchurch Civic Centre

30/04/2024
Whitchurch civic centre

People living in and around Whitchurch are being asked for their views about the future of Whitchurch Civic Centre in a consultation…

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MMR catch-up campaign significantly boosts uptake across country

29/04/2024
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News from our partners NHS England and UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) A campaign encouraging young people to get up-to-date with their…

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Council leadership scheme wins national award for excellence

29/04/2024

Shropshire Council’s leadership programme designed specifically for council officers has been recognised with an award for excellence in learning and development. Called…

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New residential home in Shropshire ready to welcome young people

26/04/2024
A bright, clean and tidy corner of a child's bedroom. There is a blue sofa, a shelving unit, a desk and chair and a large window.

Shropshire Council has completed the development of a brand new children’s home, which will open its doors to three young people under…

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Consultation begins into Shropshire’s Local Plan

25/04/2024
A row of houses

Shropshire Council has begun an important public consultation regarding the emerging Local Plan for the county. When adopted, the draft Shropshire Local…

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