Category: Cost of living

76 Cost of living posts found.

Face-to-face support for residents to access cost-of-living support at Shropshire Local

18/06/2026

Residents across the county are being reminded that Shropshire Local and Shropshire Local Mobile are here to offer in-person, face-to-face support, advice…

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Free swimming sessions for the whole family at Big Splash Weekend

03/06/2026
Free swimming sessions for the whole family

News from our partners Four Shropshire leisure centres are offering two days of free swimming lessons during the Big Splash Weekend, taking…

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New Crisis and Resilience Fund launches to support Shropshire residents facing financial hardship

09/04/2026
Cost of living

Shropshire Council has launched its new Crisis and Resilience Fund, providing vital financial support to residents who are struggling to meet essential…

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Shropshire families in line for Child Benefit increase

06/04/2026

Families in Shropshire will benefit from the upcoming increase in Child Benefit payments from April 6, as part of a nationwide rise…

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Shropshire Council Affordable Warmth and Energy Efficiency Team wins national award for insulation and fabric excellence

05/03/2026
Shropshire Council’s Affordable Warmth and Energy Efficiency (AWEE) Team has won a national award at the Energy Efficiency Awards 2025 for National Insulation & Fabric Project of the Year.

Shropshire Council’s Affordable Warmth and Energy Efficiency (AWEE) Team has won a national award at the Energy Efficiency Awards 2025 for National…

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Shropshire Council highlights financial support for residents following Council Tax rise

26/02/2026

Shropshire Council is keen to highlight the range of support available to any Shropshire residents who have are worried about paying their…

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Shire Services expands school catering portfolio with Leigh Trust partnership

22/08/2025
Shire Services Expands School Catering Portfolio with Leigh Trust Partnership

Shire Services, a leading provider of school catering and support services across Shropshire, Worcestershire, North Wales, and the West Midlands, is delighted…

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STAR Housing secures £9.4m to enhance energy efficiency in 1,300 homes

13/03/2025

Shropshire Towns and Rural (STAR) Housing, an arms-length management organisation of Shropshire Council, has been awarded £9.4 million from the Warm Homes:…

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Council’s Warm Welcome initiative continues into 2025

28/01/2025
Shropshire Warm Welcome graphic

Shropshire Council, alongside partners Marches Energy Agency and community groups, charities and the voluntary sector have come together to continue the Warm…

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Bookings now open for HAF (Holiday Activities & Food) winter holiday fun

05/12/2024
HAF winter activities 2024 logo

Bookings are now open for the Winter Shropshire HAF (Holiday Activities & Food) programme. Shropshire Council are working in partnership with local…

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