Residents are urged to pick up their Lateral Flow Tests from pharmacies or order online until a national issue is resolved. There…
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Coronavirus: Shortage of Lateral Flow Tests at council collection sites
Coronavirus: Shropshire has highest COVID-19 rate in the West Midlands

During the seven-day period between 5-11 November 2021: 1,538 new COVID-19 cases reported An increase of 24% on the previous week The 7-day infection rate for…
Immunosuppressed people urged to come forward for third primary dose

People in Shropshire who are immunosuppressed are being strongly encouraged to come forward for their third primary dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Being…
Last chance to apply! Free central heating systems for eligible Shropshire households

With winter fast approaching, Shropshire residents who could be eligible for free first-time gas central heating have up until the 1st…
Coronavirus: News from our partners – Surgeon who recovered from COVID-19 urges booster and flu jab take-up

News from our partners Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin Integrated Care System (ICS) A respected clinician, who has recently recovered from COVID-19, is encouraging…
News from our partners: Report outlines the problems described by those facing food insecurity

News from our partners Healthwatch Shropshire A Healthwatch Shropshire report highlights the experiences of people in south west Shropshire who are living…
Appeal to people to join a rewarding and exciting career in social care

People interested in making a real difference to the lives of adults and children in Shropshire are being encouraged to choose a…
Praise for team supporting theatre’s return from pandemic

The Shropshire Council leisure team supporting Bishop Castle’s SpArC Theatre as it resets its programme after pandemic restrictions were lifted has won…
People needing hospital treatment locally for COVID-19 triples

During the seven-day period between 29 October – 4 November 2021: 1,232 new COVID-19 cases reported An increase of 1% on the previous week The 7-day…
Residents urged to remain cautious following Avian Influenza in the Chirk area

Residents with birds and animals living in the Chirk area and the Shropshire borders are being advised to remain cautious and to…