Shropshire residents, councillors, and town and parish councils are being advised of new mandatory Government rules for deciding planning applications across England.…
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New national planning decision rules to take effect in Shropshire
Shropshire Council recognises achievements of county’s looked-after children
On Saturday 26 September, Shropshire Council celebrated the achievements of children in care at an annual award ceremony. Over 160 looked-after children…
Garden waste subscriptions hit nearly 80,000
People wising to have their garden waste collected in the next 12 months can sign up from today (1 October 2026) –…
Shropshire Council formally submits response to Government review
Shropshire Council has formally submitted its response to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) following the Best Value Notice…
Stoptober: Shropshire residents of all ages encouraged to quit smoking this October with free local support
Shropshire residents of all ages are being encouraged to make a fresh start this Stoptober by signing up for free support from Shropshire…
Team running Shropshire Council children’s homes celebrated at regional awards
The work of Shropshire Council’s children’s residential team to improve the lives of the children in their care has been recognised at…
Full council approves proposals for new strategy to raise education standards in Shropshire
On Thursday 24 September, Shropshire Council’s full council endorsed a proposal approved by Cabinet on Wednesday 8 July to implement a new…
New contract for Specialist Holiday Club
Shropshire Council is pleased to announce that Action for Children has been awarded the contract to deliver the Specialist Holiday Club service…
Shropshire Council partners with local students on digital change project
Shropshire Council has launched an exciting new partnership with students studying for a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Leadership and Management at…
A4169 near Shifnal to be resurfaced
The A4169 is to be resurfaced from Shifnal to The Hem – including Bridgnorth Road roundabout and its approaches – from Monday…
