Category: Public protection

299 Public protection posts found.
Public protection

Coronavirus: Beware of scams targeting consumers, householders and businesses

25/03/2020
Citizens Advice

There are signs that the coronavirus pandemic has led to several scams and unscrupulous practices targeting consumers, householders and businesses; we can…

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Coronavirus (COVID-19): waste and recycling services

19/03/2020

We are working closely with our partner Veolia to minimise the impact of coronavirus on recycling and waste services. Business continuity plans…

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Bridgnorth: Flood and support UPDATE

26/02/2020

Shropshire Council continues to work with partners to ensure the safety of people in Bridgnorth and to offer support and advice to…

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Shropshire Council preparing for floods in Bridgnorth

25/02/2020
An image of a Shropshire Council officer offering support to a resident affected by the floods caused by Storm Dennis

Shropshire Council are in Bridgnorth and surrounding areas today and tonight (Tuesday 25 February 2020) to give advice and support to residents…

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Support for those affected by floods

25/02/2020
An image of a Shropshire Council officer offering support to a resident affected by the flooding in Shropshire.

Shropshire Council is continuing its efforts to support those affected by the current floods. Evacuation and Reception Centre at Shirehall The council…

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Your health and flooding: flooding presents several risks to health

24/02/2020

Do not under any circumstances be tempted to enter flood water. The flow of a swollen river along with its under-current can be…

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Recovery underway across Shropshire as flood response continues

20/02/2020
An image of a Shropshire Council officer offering support to a resident affected by the floods caused by Storm Dennis

Shropshire Council’s recovery effort concerning the flooding is already underway across the county. As the worst of the weather passes and flood…

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Shropshire road closures – UPDATE 5.30pm Thurs 20 Feb

20/02/2020

As the rivers in the county recede, we have been able to begin opening roads. While some are now open, there are…

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Storm Dennis: Bridgnorth Rest Centre to remain open through the night

18/02/2020
Castle Hall in Bridgnorth is open as a rest centre for those affected by the flooding caused by Storm Dennis.

The rest centre opened in Bridgnorth by Shropshire Council is to remain open through the night (into Wednesday 19 February) for those…

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Storm Dennis: Update from SC’s chief executive – 6pm Mon 17 Feb

17/02/2020

Shropshire Council continue to work round the clock in response to Storm Dennis and want to reassure people affected that all partners…

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