Shropshire Council is warning that the county could face a serious inability to access national economic growth funding amid growing indications that…
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Shropshire faces major uncertainty over future access to national growth funds
Strong community support for planned enhancements at Abbey Foregate
News from our partners New seating, planting and other aesthetic upgrades are set to be introduced at the entrance to Abbey Foregate…
Shropshire Council launches new sponsorship opportunities
Shropshire Council has announced a new sponsorship programme, offering businesses and organisations the chance to support some of its cultural and leisure…
Work begins on new biochar plant in Ludlow
Construction work has begun today (Monday 26 January 2026) on Shropshire Council’s new biochar plant at Coder Road Business Park in Ludlow. Initial on‑site activity has focused…
Councils launch major plan to boost jobs, skills and economic growth across the Marches
Shropshire Council has joined forces with Herefordshire Council and Telford & Wrekin Council to launch the Get Marches Working Plan, a bold…
Shropshire town councils encouraged to consider UK Town of Culture bid
Shropshire Council has written to all town councils in its area to encourage them to express an interest in becoming UK Town…
Shropshire Council champions investment and economic growth with £20m funding bid
Shropshire Council is taking a leading role in shaping Local Innovation Partnerships (LIPs) by preparing to submit an expression of interest in…
Shropshire Growth Hub enters new era as new manager takes the helm
Shropshire Growth Hub will enter a new phase in 2026 as Emma Chapman – its manager for the past seven years –…
Shropshire Growth Hub pilots new Co-Work Hub for small businesses
In 2026 the Shropshire Growth Hub will launch The Co-Work Hub to support freelancers, creatives, remote workers, and small business owners. The…
Shrewsbury crowned Britain’s best high street for second year running
News from our partners Shrewsbury has once again been named Britain’s number one high street, after topping The Telegraph’s list of the…
