Category: Public protection

282 Public protection posts found.
Public protection

Rogue trader sentenced to 29 months in prison

11/09/2025

A Shrewsbury-based rogue trader has been sentenced to prison for a total of 29 months following an investigation by Shropshire Council’s trading…

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Suicide prevention awareness day – changing the narrative on suicide

09/09/2025
World Suicide Prevention Day 10 September

Suicide Prevention Awareness Day Wednesday 10 September 2025 Communities across Shropshire are being encouraged to take part in this year’s World Suicide…

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News from our partners: scams warning as Self Assessment customers targeted

20/08/2025
Scams warning as Self Assessment customers targeted

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is calling on Self Assessment customers to remain vigilant as scam attempts continue. Customers are urged to…

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Have Your Say: Help Shape the Future of Adult Mental Health Inpatient Services in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin

05/08/2025
Have Your Say: Help Shape the Future of Adult Mental Health Inpatient Services in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin

People across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin are being invited to share their views and experiences of adult mental health inpatient (hospital) services…

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Shropshire Council warns of fraudulent food consultants

24/04/2025

Shropshire Council’s food safety team have been made aware of reports concerning misleading approaches by consultants towards food business operators. Recent incidents…

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Safety tips for families visiting farms and other animal attractions this Easter

07/04/2025
Farmers grant scheme - photo of cows

With the Easter holidays approaching, families visiting farms or other animal attractions in Shropshire are being advised to follow advice to help…

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Shrewsbury shop director fined for illegal vape and tobacco sales

20/03/2025

The director of a Shrewsbury shop has been ordered to pay £3775 for the illegal sale of vapes and tobacco. In Telford…

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News from our partners: Restrictions brought in following bird ‘flu outbreak near Malpas

28/02/2025

Cheshire West and Chester Council’s animal health team is advising bird keepers in some areas of the borough of new restrictions concerning…

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Valentine’s Day: A Time for Love and Responsibility

12/02/2025

As we approach Valentine’s Day, traditionally a celebration of love and affection, it’s important to recognise that for some individuals in Shropshire,…

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Market Drayton shop ordered to pay over £4000 for vapes offences

04/12/2024

A Market Drayton shop, and its owner/director, have been ordered to pay more than £4,000 for the possession of vapes with excess…

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