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Council continues to help thousands of households thanks to Household Support Fund money

07/03/2024
Household support fund 4 graphic

Residents struggling to cope with the cost of living and energy costs will continue to be supported thanks to the Government’s announcement…

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Ellesmere store prosecuted for selling alcohol to a minor

07/03/2024

The owner/premises licence holder of the Premier shop in Scotland Street, Ellesmere has been ordered to pay fines and costs of £1,924…

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Trees to be felled on A489 due to ash dieback

06/03/2024

Essential tree felling work will be carried out on the A489 between Horderley and Plowden from Monday 25 March 2024 to Friday…

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Shropshire communities encouraged to help people quit smoking in run up to No Smoking Day

06/03/2024
No Smoking Day 2024 graphic

To mark the 40th anniversary of No Smoking Day on Wednesday 13 March 2024, communities across Shropshire are being encouraged to help…

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Views sought on independent living and specialist accommodation in Shropshire

06/03/2024
Library image of man with dog. Photo credit Centre for Ageing Better

Residents and businesses are being asked for their views on a draft plan that will help vulnerable people in the county have…

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Families continue to shape the future of SEND services in Shropshire

06/03/2024
We want to hear your thoughts about SEND services

News from our partners NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin The NHS and Shropshire Council are working together, listening to the feedback from…

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Grants of up to £10,000 now available to small businesses

06/03/2024
UKSPF funding available for small businesses in Shropshire.

Small businesses in Shropshire will soon be able to access grants of between £2,000 and £10,000 to purchase new equipment or make…

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Councillors asked to approve Shropshire cycling and walking plan

05/03/2024

Shropshire Council’s Cabinet will next week (13 March 2024) be asked to approve a plan that sets out proposed new and improved…

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Green light for Smithfield Riverside’s new public park in Shrewsbury

05/03/2024
Smithfield Riverside illustrative view

Shropshire Council’s Northern Planning Committee has today (Tuesday 5 March 2024) voted to approve the first stage of the Smithfield Riverside regeneration…

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Plans published for improving road safety in Meole area of Shrewsbury

05/03/2024

Shropshire Council has announced a new package of highway improvement works to improve road safety in the Meole area of Shrewsbury. The…

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