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Temporary closure of Borlemill Bridge on 9 January

19/12/2022
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Borlemill Bridge, which carries a unclassified road over Borle Brook, will be closed to traffic on 9 January 2023, from 9.30am to…

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Negotiation results in Acton Scott Historic Working Farm returning to estate’s control

19/12/2022

Shropshire Council Cabinet has approved a recommendation to hand back the site of Acton Scott Historic Working Farm to the owners of…

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Closure of Lawley North No 2 Bridge for repair work

19/12/2022
Road ahead closed

Lawley North No 2 Bridge – which carries a “C” classified road along Frodesley lane junction to the 30mph start at Acton…

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Increase in financial support for foster carers

16/12/2022
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From 1 April 2023, the amount Shropshire Council pays foster carers will significantly increase in a bid to encourage more people to…

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Volunteers recognised for service to Shropshire museums

16/12/2022

Enthusiastic volunteers who share their knowledge and experience with visitors at venues across Shropshire Council’s Museums Service are being recognised for their…

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News from our partners: NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin wants to support people to access the right services and understand how to make the right choice.

16/12/2022

A survey has been launched to help the NHS gain a better understanding of public awareness of the range of urgent and…

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Musicians – Ensemble! Shropshire Music Service launches new ensembles in New Year

15/12/2022
Shropshire Music Service Ensembles

Shropshire Music Service, part of Shropshire Council, is launching a brand-new suite of ensembles to welcome in 2023. Eleven ensembles will be…

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The Shropshire labour market – what’s changed since 2011? Census 2021 data released

15/12/2022

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) published the next wave of Census 2021 data last week for England and Wales. This data…

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News from our partners: paying for Christmas with ‘buy now, pay later’ deals

15/12/2022
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This time of year is always so expensive, with presents to buy and heating bills going up. I’ve seen offers for ‘Buy…

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Overnight closures of Battlefield Road in Shrewsbury in January

15/12/2022
Road ahead closed

From 9 to 14 January [2023] Battlefield Road in Shrewsbury will be closed between Mayfield Close and the Battlefield Roundabout from 8pm…

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