Work to demolish the Frankwell Bridge steps in Shrewsbury started on Monday (3 November 2025). For the past week, people venturing over the bridge towards the Smithfield Riverside…
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Improving access to Shrewsbury’s future public park
Marches Forward Partnership leads cross-border initiative to boost visitor economy
A new strategy with the aim of revitalising tourism across the Marches is being developed by the Marches Forward Partnership (MFP). Led…
Shropshire leaders demand urgent action on rural broadband delays
Shropshire Council has issued an urgent call to Government to honour its pledge to deliver full-fibre broadband to rural communities, warning that…
Shrewsbury station gyratory scheme update
The final phase of work in the Shrewsbury station gyratory area is now underway, with work due to be completed by 7…
Expert advice for high street businesses in Shropshire
Businesses on Shropshire’s high streets will soon benefit from support aimed at helping both new and established businesses thrive in today’s competitive…
Final call for landlords: limited grants available to revitalise Shropshire’s market towns
Shropshire Council is urging commercial landlords to act fast and apply for the Government-funded UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Property Improvements Grant…
Award-winning River Severn Partnership Advanced Wireless Innovation Region granted second extension and extra £400,000
The River Severn Partnership Advanced Wireless Innovation Region (RSPAWIR) has been awarded an additional £400,000 of funding from the Government to extend,…
Spooky fun and prizes at The Darwin, Shrewsbury this Halloween
The Darwin shopping centre in Shrewsbury is inviting families to a frightfully fun Halloween celebration packed with free activities and prizes this…
Connect to Work programme launches locally
As part of the Governments Get Britain Working strategy, Herefordshire, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin Councils have been awarded a combined £10.7…
Farmers’ knowledge vital to water management strategy in the Upper Severn Valley
A major new initiative is underway in the Upper Severn Valley to help farmers trial practical solutions to environmental issues such as…
