Category: Democracy

1329 Democracy posts found.

Draft plan published for proposed new walking and cycling routes

01/03/2023

People could soon get the chance to share their thoughts about an ambitious proposed network of new and upgraded walking and cycling…

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Leader urges BBC bosses to think again on changes to local radio

03/02/2023

Lezley Picton, Leader of the Council, has written to the BBC’s head urging a rethink on the broadcaster’s plan to change its…

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Councillors make recommendations for tackling poor quality building work

03/02/2023
A row of houses

A group of councillors set up last November [2022] to scrutinise longstanding concerns and complaints from residents on new housing developments has…

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Meet the Leader in Bridgnorth on Thursday 16 February from 10am until 12pm 

01/02/2023
Lezley meets a local resident at her Meet the Leader event in Bishop’s Castle.

Lezley Picton, Leader of Shropshire Council, is to host a Meet the Leader event in Bridgnorth later this month. Lezley will be…

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Last few days to give us your views on budget plans

24/01/2023
Budget consultation 2023/24 graphic

Many people have so far given their views on Shropshire Council’s budget plans for the next five years, and there’s a few…

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Voters in England asked to show ID at polling stations from May 2023

06/01/2023
A picture of a polling station to demonstrate voting.

From 4 May 2023 voters in England will need to show photo ID to vote at polling stations in some elections, including…

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Become a co-opted independent member of Audit Committee

20/12/2022

Do you live in Shropshire and have practical experience in financial management or accountancy? We’re looking for just such a person to…

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Changes to Shropshire Council’s Cabinet responsibilities

02/12/2022

Simon Jones is stepping back from his Cabinet responsibilities covering adult social care and public health, due to suffering long term effects…

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Have your say on a new political map for Shropshire Council

22/11/2022
Map of Shropshire showing the current electoral boundaries.

News from our partners: The Local Government Boundary Commission A new pattern of electoral divisions is being developed for Shropshire Council. The…

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Councillors to examine housing development concerns and complaints

17/11/2022
A row of houses

A new group of councillors is to scrutinise longstanding concerns and complaints from residents on new housing developments. Made up of members…

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