/news Read all the latest news from the Worcester Country Council. en /news/libraries-unlocked-launches-next-week-tenbury-library People in Tenbury will soon have more freedom to use their local library at a time to suit them. 14 Aug 2025 /g= /news/new-library-book-collection-guide-families-through-pregnancy-and-early-parenthood 海角换妻鈥檚 libraries are pleased to introduce a new collection by The Reading Agency: 'Reading Well For Families'. 14 Aug 2025 /g= /news/tips-stay-safe-around-open-water-young-people-summer At this time of year, with the end of the school year and the weather getting warmer, more young people are likely to head outdoors and find a cool spot by open water. 14 Aug 2025 /g= /news/level-results-2025-worcestershire Today, students across the county received their A-Level results.&nbsp; 14 Aug 2025 /g= /news/worcestershire-county-council-leads-national-innovation-support-unpaid-carers The work that 海角换妻 County Council is doing to support unpaid carers using assistive technology has been praised by the Social Care institute for Excellence (SCIE) as a 鈥渟trong example for transformation鈥�. 12 Aug 2025 /g= /news/specialist-business-support-returns-worcestershires-tourism-sector Visit 海角换妻, in partnership with 海角换妻 County Council, has launched a new round of specialist 1:1 business consultancy designed specifically for the tourism sector. 11 Aug 2025 /g= /news/have-your-say-south-worcestershires-walking-and-cycling-future A public engagement for the development of Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plans (LCWIPs) across the South 海角换妻 towns of Pershore, Droitwich Spa, and Malvern and Worcester City, has launched today 11 Aug 2025 /g= /news/new-heritage-lanterns-be-installed-stourport-bridge-next-week A full set of beautifully crafted heritage lanterns will be installed on Stourport Bridge beginning Monday, 11 August, restoring the historic charm of this iconic local landmark. 07 Aug 2025 /g= /news/finalists-announced-visit-worcestershire-tourism-awards-0 52 of 海角换妻鈥檚 leading tourism businesses have been shortlisted for the county鈥檚 annual Tourism Awards, held in partnership with the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence.&nbsp; 07 Aug 2025 /g= /news/business-mentoring-programme-back-sixth-year Following the success of supporting 82 海角换妻-based businesses, the hugely popular Mentoring 海角换妻 Programme is back for its sixth year and now open to new applicants looking to take their business to the next level. 06 Aug 2025 /g= /news/over-40-local-businesses-boosted-new-round-grant-funding Since April, more than 40 海角换妻 businesses have benefited from the latest round of Innovation, Elevate, and Enterprising 海角换妻 grants. 05 Aug 2025 /g= /news/county-council-roadshows-come-worcester-show-weekend The 海角换妻 County Council Roadshow will be at the Worcester Show this Sunday 10 August from 10am to 5pm. 05 Aug 2025 /g= /news/demand-bus-service-launches-wychavon A brand-new bus service has launched, extending 海角换妻鈥檚 flexible on demand bus network into Wychavon. 04 Aug 2025 /g= /news/have-your-say-future-worcestershires-public-rights-way 海角换妻 County Council is inviting residents to help shape the county鈥檚 updated Rights of Way Improvement Plan (ROWIP). 04 Aug 2025 /g= /news/have-your-say-draft-local-nature-recovery-strategy 海角换妻 residents are invited to have their say on a new draft strategy to help protect and restore the county鈥檚 natural environment. 04 Aug 2025 /g= /news/help-shape-worcestershires-electric-vehicle-charging-network Residents across 海角换妻 are being invited to play a key role in shaping the future of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure in their communities. 31 Jul 2025 /g= /news/send-improvement-updates-july Here is your link to the latest SEND news and updates: <a href="/council-services/schools-education-and-learning/send-local-offer/send-news-feedback-and-co-production/what-were-doing-improve-our-local-area">What we鈥檙e doing to improve our local area partnership SEND services | 海角换妻 County Council</a> 31 Jul 2025 /g= /news/businesses-urged-be-vigilant-and-check-who-they-do-business Consumers aren鈥檛 the only ones who have to be careful about who they do business with. 30 Jul 2025 /g= /news/celebrating-decade-early-careers-support-worcestershire 海角换妻 is celebrating 10 years of Early Careers - a flagship programme helping to inspire young people and embed meaningful careers education from the very start of their school journey. 30 Jul 2025 /g= /news/improving-access-local-bus-services Accessing bus services in 海角换妻 is becoming even easier, with new technology being introduced to simplify how passengers pay for their journeys. 28 Jul 2025 /g= /news/celebration-video-shines-light-walk-leaders-and-difference-they-make A new video captures a special event held celebrating walk leaders highlighting the incredible impact they have in local communities. 25 Jul 2025 /g= /news/free-online-nutrition-and-lifestyle-support Adults in 海角换妻 can now join a new, FREE 12-week online lifestyle programme to help them feel better, eat well, and move more. 25 Jul 2025 /g= /news/helping-local-businesses-grow-free-one-one-coaching 海角换妻 businesses are being offered a brilliant opportunity to receive up to ten hours of fully funded one-to-one business coaching through the Enterprising 海角换妻 programme. 24 Jul 2025 /g= /news/shrub-hill-quarter-demolition-works-progressing Work is progressing at pace on the transformation of Worcester鈥檚 Shrub Hill Quarter, with the demolition of Unit 1 now well underway. 24 Jul 2025 /g= /news/worcestershire-youth-cabinet-appoints-new-chair The 海角换妻 Youth Cabinet has appointed a new chair. 23 Jul 2025 /g= /news/new-website-help-children-worcestershire-have-best-start-life Expectant parents and families with young children in 海角换妻 can now find support, advice and local services online more easily than ever before. 23 Jul 2025 /g= /news/public-health-helps-worcesters-mixed-ability-rugby-team-go-global Worcester RFC Mixed Ability Rugby has already made an international impact this summer. 22 Jul 2025 /g= /news/applications-are-now-open-2025-elevate-worcestershire-growth-programme Established businesses across 海角换妻 are now invited to apply for the highly successful Elevate 海角换妻 Growth Programme. 22 Jul 2025 /g= /news/libraries-unlocked-coming-soon-tenbury-library Libraries Unlocked is a free membership upgrade that allows customers aged 15+ and local community groups to access the library outside staffed hours, from 8am to 8pm, six days a week. 21 Jul 2025 /g= /news/new-w6-commuter-connect-ticket-set-launch Bus travel to Worcester Six Business Park is about to get easier and more affordable. 21 Jul 2025 /g= /news/new-heritage-lanterns-set-light-stourport-bridge-once-again Stourport Bridge is set to shine once more as a full set of beautifully crafted heritage lanterns is due to be installed this August, &nbsp;restoring the historic character of this much-loved local landmark. 21 Jul 2025 /g= /news/three-county-parks-awarded-prestigious-green-flag-status 海角换妻 is celebrating national recognition as Worcester Woods Country Park, Waseley Hills Country Park, and St Wulstan鈥檚 Local Nature Reserve have once again been awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award, the international quality mark for parks and green spaces. 18 Jul 2025 /g= /news/annual-fun-day-welcomes-looked-after-children-day-sport-and-sensory-activities Looked after children and young people from across 海角换妻 came together last week to enjoy the county鈥檚 annual Fun Day, organised by 海角换妻 County Council鈥檚 Youth Voice team. 18 Jul 2025 /g= /news/over-1000-children-sign-first-week-worcestershires-summer-reading-challenge It鈥檚 a fantastic start to the county鈥檚 biggest reading adventure of the summer. 16 Jul 2025 /g= /news/kidderminster-college-opens-space-new-facility-students-send Kidderminster College is offering new specialist facilities for students with special educational needs and disabilities. 15 Jul 2025 /g= /news/have-your-say-planning-policy-worcestershire 海角换妻 County Council is calling on residents, businesses, and organisations to have their say on the future of local planning. 11 Jul 2025 /g= /news/headline-host-announced-worcestershire-apprenticeships-awards-nominations-draw-close Award-winning comedian and writer Shazia Mirza has been confirmed as the host of this year鈥檚 海角换妻 Apprenticeships Awards (WA Awards). 10 Jul 2025 /g= /news/worcestershire-county-councils-reablement-recruitment-event-success A recent recruitment event, held in collaboration with the Department for Work and Pensions, has had a huge impact for both employers and job seekers across the county. 10 Jul 2025 /g= /news/demand-bus-service-expand-across-county 海角换妻鈥檚 flexible on demand bus network is expanding, with a brand-new service launching in large parts of Wychavon in August 2025. 09 Jul 2025 /g= /news/future-county-hall-be-discussed-county-council-meeting A report about the future of the County Hall site has been published ahead of discussion at 海角换妻 County Council鈥檚 Cabinet on 17 July. 09 Jul 2025 /g= /news/council-review-options-meet-demand-secondary-school-places-worcester 海角换妻 County Council鈥檚 Cabinet will meet next week to discuss plans to make sure there are enough school places for local children. 09 Jul 2025 /g= /news/public-invited-vote-worcestershires-best-event-year Voting is now open for people to help crown 海角换妻鈥檚 Festival &amp; Event of the Year, as part of the prestigious Visit 海角换妻 Tourism Awards. 09 Jul 2025 /g= /news/reserve-your-get-school-ready-bookbag-today As September approaches, families across the community are getting ready for that exciting first step into school and 海角换妻鈥檚 libraries are here to help! 08 Jul 2025 /g= /news/county-council-roadshows-come-bromsgrove-and-redditch-weekend 海角换妻 County Council will be in two separate locations this weekend. 08 Jul 2025 /g= /news/love-locks-be-removed-diglis-bridge-maintenance The 'love locks' attached to Diglis Bridge in Worcester will soon be removed to enable essential maintenance work. 07 Jul 2025 /g= /news/worcestershires-summer-reading-challenge-launches-weekend-0 The Summer Reading Challenge is launching across 海角换妻鈥檚 libraries this weekend. It is the perfect way for children to dive into magical stories, meet amazing characters, and unlock the power of their imagination 鈥� all for FREE! 03 Jul 2025 /g= /news/county-council-roadshows-return-2025 Talk to us about council services this summer! &nbsp;海角换妻 County Council will be touring the county this summer to speak to the people of 海角换妻 about the services they get from the council and answer questions about the Local Government changes taking place over the next few years. 03 Jul 2025 /g= /news/celebrating-year-helping-people-stay-active-and-connected The Healthy 海角换妻 programme, run by 海角换妻 County Council鈥檚 Public Health Team, marked its first anniversary last week with celebrations taking place at venues throughout the county. 02 Jul 2025 /g= /news/new-efforts-champion-voices-children-and-young-people-send-worcestershire Two new Co-production Officers have been appointed to improve the way that the County Council and health services listen to children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). 02 Jul 2025 /g= /news/first-careers-worcestershire-week-spotlight-support-young-adults Young people across 海角换妻 can take charge of their future this August during the first-ever Careers 海角换妻 Week. 01 Jul 2025 /g= /news/fun-free-events-helped-those-disabilities-get-active A series of events, provided by 海角换妻 County Council鈥檚 Learning Disabilities Adult Social Care Team, have had a lasting impact for people with learning disabilities. &nbsp; 30 Jun 2025 /g= /news/young-people-worcestershire-urged-stay-safe-around-open-water At this time of year, with the end of the school year and the weather getting warmer, more young people are likely to head outdoors and find a cool spot by open water. &nbsp; 30 Jun 2025 /g= /news/amber-heat-health-alert-issued People in 海角换妻 are being encouraged to stay safe during the current period of warmer weather this week.&nbsp; 30 Jun 2025 /g= /news/send-improvement-updates-june <strong>What we're doing to improve our local area partnership SEND services.</strong> 30 Jun 2025 /g= /news/wythall-and-hollywood-fun-run-returns-style-over-750-participants More than 750 runners and their families gathered at Wythall Park last weekend for the Wythall and Hollywood Fun Run and some international GB athletes turned up to cheer everyone on. 26 Jun 2025 /g= /news/free-family-fun-summer-worcestershire-libraries-national-trust-croome This summer, 海角换妻鈥檚 libraries and National Trust Croome are teaming up to offer families an unforgettable experience of reading, creativity, and outdoor play, with an exciting programme of Summer Reading Challenge events and the National Trust鈥檚 Summer of Play. 24 Jun 2025 /g= /news/support-county-council-help-worcestershire-businesses-grow Businesses across 海角换妻 are being supported to recruit, train, and grow, thanks to a range of county-wide services. 24 Jun 2025 /g= /news/one-week-left-apply-school-and-college-transport Parents are reminded that there鈥檚 just one week left to apply for school and college transport for the start of the autumn term in September. 23 Jun 2025 /g= /news/foster-carer-breaks-stereotypes-support-local-teenagers A single male foster carer is helping to change perceptions about who can foster. 20 Jun 2025 /g= /news/improvements-send-services-support-children-and-families-across-county 海角换妻 County Council is implementing a new structure for its Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Services, designed to improve the experience of children, young people and their families as they navigate the Education, Health and Care (EHC) process. 20 Jun 2025 /g= /news/food-and-drink-businesses-invited-take-part-taste-worcestershire Local hospitality businesses across 海角换妻 are encouraged to sign up for Taste 海角换妻, returning from 6 to 26 October 2025. 20 Jun 2025 /g= /news/tie-knot-twice-celebrate-your-wedding-abroad-and-again-worcestershire Are you getting married abroad this year and would like to celebrate your marriage with a second ceremony on your return to the UK? 20 Jun 2025 /g= /news/worcestershire-businesses-come-together-growth-skills-grant-support-conference Over 120 business representatives gathered this week for the Business 海角换妻 Growth, Skills &amp; Grant Support Conference, held to showcase the wide range of support available to help local businesses grow, innovate, and thrive. 18 Jun 2025 /g= /news/work-due-start-new-shared-use-link-shrub-hill-quarter The construction of a new shared use link, a key step in the wider Shrub Hill Quarter regeneration project in Worcester, will get underway shortly. 16 Jun 2025 /g= /news/uncorking-worcestershire-wine-tourism-ahead-english-wine-week 海角换妻 is making its mark in England鈥檚 growing wine tourism industry 鈥� combining award-winning producers and vineyard stays to create memorable experiences for visitors. 16 Jun 2025 /g= /news/wythall-and-hollywood-fun-run-opens-way-blind-and-visually-impaired-runners This year鈥檚 Wythall and Hollywood Fun Run is aiming to ensure everyone can join in the fun run, including people who are blind or visually impaired. 16 Jun 2025 /g= /news/ten-worcestershire-residents-recognised-kings-birthday-honours-2025 海角换妻鈥檚 dedication to sporting excellence, rural heritage, and exceptional community service has been recognised in the prestigious The King鈥檚 Birthday Honours list for 2025. 14 Jun 2025 /g= /news/public-health-worcestershire-county-council-celebrates-national-win 海角换妻 County Council鈥檚 Public Health team is celebrating a major achievement after the We Are Westlands project won its category at a prestigious local government awards. 13 Jun 2025 /g= /news/care-experienced-young-people-worcestershire-showcase-powerful-artwork-worcester-cathedral A group of care experienced young people from 海角换妻 have created a moving and personal artwork now on display at Worcester Cathedral. 13 Jun 2025 /g= /news/extra-bromsgrove-demand-buses-running-wythall-hollywood-fun-run 海角换妻 County Council is putting on additional 海角换妻 On Demand buses in Bromsgrove on Sunday 22 June 2025, to support local travel during the popular Wythall &amp; Hollywood Fun Run. 12 Jun 2025 /g= /news/cranstoun-employment-service-transforms-lives New employment programme has supported 25 people currently accessing alcohol and drug support to get into work in its first year.&nbsp; 12 Jun 2025 /g= /news/next-chapter-shrub-hill-quarter-transformation-set-begin A major milestone in the transformation of Worcester鈥檚 Shrub Hill Quarter is about to begin, as demolition work kicks off this month to reshape the city鈥檚 gateway into a modern, vibrant destination. 12 Jun 2025 /g= /news/send-services-team-restructure We have made some changes to the structure of our SEND Services team. These changes are aimed at improving the way we manage the Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) process. 11 Jun 2025 /g= /news/walk-leaders-step-spotlight-cross-county-celebration Walk Leaders from across Herefordshire and 海角换妻 were honoured at a celebratory event for National Walking Month last week. 06 Jun 2025 /g= /news/library-volunteering-provides-new-chapter-retiree-paul When Paul retired, he never imagined helping out at The Hive, Worcester would become a highlight of this new chapter. 06 Jun 2025 /g= /news/apply-now-support-and-grant-funding-through-newly-expanded-elevate-programme 海角换妻鈥檚 small and medium-sized manufacturers can now apply for tailored support and grant funding through the newly extended Elevate Manufacturing programme, open until March 2026. 06 Jun 2025 /g= /news/worcestershire-celebrated-national-visitengland-awards-excellence Two of the county鈥檚 standout tourism and hospitality experiences have received national recognition at the VisitEngland Awards of Excellence, which was held at the Brighton Dome Corn Exchange on Wednesday 4 June. 05 Jun 2025 /g= /news/speakers-announced-business-worcestershire-conference-sixways-stadium 海角换妻鈥檚 business community is invited to come together for a morning of inspiration, insight, and practical support at the Business 海角换妻 Conference, taking place next Wednesday (11 June 2025) at Sixways Stadium. 04 Jun 2025 /g= /news/cranstouns-volunteering-service-giving-people-hope-and-purpose This Volunteers鈥� Week 海角换妻 County Council is shining a spotlight on a fantastic local service, Cranstoun 海角换妻. 02 Jun 2025 /g= /news/worcestershires-grass-cutting-season-now-underway 海角换妻鈥檚 grass cutting programme has now started with around 5,000 km of grass to trim. 02 Jun 2025 /g= /news/step-step-better-health-walk-may-challenge-huge-success Hundreds of walkers across Herefordshire and 海角换妻 have stepped up to the challenge and walked over 4,700 miles during the 鈥榃alk This May Challenge鈥�. 02 Jun 2025 /g= /news/recycling-disposable-vapes-safely-and-responsibly With the ban on disposable vapes coming into effect on 1 June 2025, 海角换妻 County Council is reminding residents of the safe and environmentally friendly way to dispose of vapes. 28 May 2025 /g= /news/worcestershire-producers-connect-65-regional-buyers-new-food-drink-event Over 25 of the county鈥檚 independent food and drink producers connected with buyers from across hospitality, retail and tourism at the first-ever Taste 海角换妻 Producer &amp; Buyer Event. 23 May 2025 /g= /news/dyslexia-association-may-newsletter Hereford and Worcester Dyslexia Association (HWDA) - supporting children with dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia for nearly 50 years. 23 May 2025 /g= /news/protecting-your-future-lasting-power-attorney-easier-you-think Read on to find out all about what a lasting power of attorney is and why you need to set one up now! 23 May 2025 /g= /news/worcestershire-growth-hub-launches-free-hr-support-series-local-businesses 海角换妻 County Council鈥檚 business support service, 海角换妻 Growth Hub, has launched a series of free HR workshops for local employers. 22 May 2025 /g= /news/new-leadership-brings-fresh-direction-county-council Marking the beginning of a new chapter, 海角换妻 County Council today appointed a new Leader and Cabinet at the first full Council meeting since elections on 1 May. 22 May 2025 /g= /news/last-chance-save-10-wythall-hollywood-fun-run Make the most of the late May bank holiday with an exclusive 10% discount on entry to the Wythall &amp; Hollywood Fun Run 5K and 10K races. 22 May 2025 /g= /news/worcestershire-county-councils-adult-learning-team-shortlisted-2025-family-learning-awards-finalist 海角换妻 County Council鈥檚 Adult Learning service has been shortlisted as a finalist in this year鈥檚 national Family Learning Awards. 21 May 2025 /g= /news/worcestershires-library-service-home-changing-lives For those facing challenges like health or mobility issues, 海角换妻鈥檚 Library Service at Home is transforming lives by bringing the library experience directly to your door. 21 May 2025 /g= /news/david-lloyd-clubs-announced-official-sponsor-wythall-and-hollywood-fun-run 海角换妻 County Council is thrilled to announce that David Lloyd Clubs in Solihull Cranmore and Bromsgrove has been named the official sponsor for this year's Wythall and Hollywood Fun Run. 20 May 2025 /g= /news/worcestershire-business-owner-transforms-career-help-enterprising-worcestershire A Redditch-based entrepreneur has turned nearly two decades of bid management and writing experience into a thriving consultancy thanks to the bespoke business support they received from Enterprising 海角换妻. 20 May 2025 /g= /news/neurodiverse-led-theatre-companys-free-workshops-are-hit-malvern This week is Creativity and Wellbeing Week we are showcasing some of the amazing ways creativity have boosted wellbeing, quality of life and community connectedness across 海角换妻. 19 May 2025 /g= /news/worcestershire-county-councils-young-adult-learning-programme-opens-its-doors-september 海角换妻 County Council鈥檚 Learning Services are now enrolling for September, offering 16鈥�19-year-olds more choice beyond Year 11 through Young Adult Learning 海角换妻. 19 May 2025 /g= /news/visit-worcestershire-strikes-gold-national-award Visit 海角换妻 is celebrating national recognition after being awarded gold certification, honouring the county鈥檚 commitment to responsible tourism that supports local communities, landscapes, and businesses. 16 May 2025 /g= /news/successful-winter-season-ends-worcestershires-road-surface-dressing-programme-begins 海角换妻 County Council is marking the official end of a successful winter gritting season and turning its focus to the start of the annual surface dressing programme to maintain and improve the county鈥檚 roads. 16 May 2025 /g= /news/new-services-provide-major-boost-worcestershire-parkway-station 海角换妻 Parkway Railway Station is set to take a significant step forward in regional and national connectivity with the launch of new rail services from Sunday 18 May 2025. 16 May 2025 /g= /news/signpost-broadway-receive-kings-award-voluntary-service Signpost was presented with the King鈥檚 Award for Voluntary Service by the Lord-Lieutenant on 16 May 2025. 16 May 2025 /g= /news/business-worcestershire-conference-returns-support-growth-skills-and-grant-success The Business 海角换妻 Conference is back this summer with a dynamic event designed to empower local businesses with expert insights into growth, skills development, and grant support. 15 May 2025 /g= /news/wheely-different-theatre-company-receive-kings-award-voluntary-service Wheely Different Theatre Company was presented with the King鈥檚 Award for Voluntary Service by the Lord-Lieutenant on the 15th May.&nbsp; 15 May 2025 /g=