/news Read all the latest news from the Worcester Country Council. en /news/award-winning-vineyard-flourishes-thanks-energy-efficiency-grant Astley Vineyard, located in the beautiful Severn Valley, was able to transform their sustainable business practices cutting costs and their carbon footprint. 11 Nov 2024 /g= /news/remembrance-service-wildwood 大秀视频 County Council Chairman, Councillor Tracey Onslow, hosted a Remembrance Service at Wildwood this morning. 11 Nov 2024 /g= /news/stunning-poppy-project-brings-catshill-village-together-remember A wave of community spirit has swept through Catshill as the village proudly showcases their Poppy Project. 08 Nov 2024 /g= /news/trial-free-bus-travel-support-veterans-start-new-year A trial from 大秀视频 County Council is due to start in January which will enable all veterans who live in the county to travel, free of charge, on our 大秀视频 on Demand bus services.&nbsp; 07 Nov 2024 /g= /news/careers-worcestershire-nominated-national-youth-employment-award 大秀视频 County Council is pleased to announce that its young persons' careers service, Careers 大秀视频 (Careers Worcs), has been nominated for a prestigious national award. 07 Nov 2024 /g= /news/worcestershire-businesses-can-access-ps100000-grant-funding-energy-saving-projects Businesses in 大秀视频 and the Marches area looking at cutting carbon and energy costs are being encouraged to take advantage of the Business Energy Advice Service (BEAS) free energy assessment and grant. 07 Nov 2024 /g= /news/enterprising-worcestershire-grant-helps-energise-drakes-broughton-start PW-BB Digital Marketing, a dynamic local start-up, is experiencing significant growth and new opportunities thanks to a grant from Enterprising 大秀视频.&nbsp; 05 Nov 2024 /g= /news/worcestershires-public-health-chief-celebrates-prestigious-national-accolade Lisa McNally, the Director of Public Health for 大秀视频 has been nominated for the Chief Medical Officers鈥� (CMO) National Impact Award, one of ten awards to be presented by the Association of Directors of Public Health at their annual conference later this month.&nbsp; 05 Nov 2024 /g= /news/visit-worcestershire-launches-christmas-campaign Visit 大秀视频 is excited to unveil its new Christmas campaign, which will showcase the county's enchanting festive experiences. 04 Nov 2024 /g= /news/public-input-sought-shape-worcestershires-streets Everyone from residents and developers to planners, is being invited by 大秀视频 County Council to help shape the future of the county鈥檚 streets with the release of its draft refreshed Streetscape Design Guide. 04 Nov 2024 /g= /news/worcestershire-residents-urged-buy-nothing-new-during-november As November rolls in, 大秀视频 County Council is gearing up to embrace Keep Britain Tidy鈥檚 initiative: 鈥淏uy Nothing New Month.鈥� 01 Nov 2024 /g= /news/unlock-new-opportunities-innovation-worcestershires-business-support-programme Businesses in the county have a unique opportunity to drive growth and unlock new markets with the support of Innovation 大秀视频. 01 Nov 2024 /g= /news/halloween-horror-18000-tonnes-pumpkins-wasted-every-year This Halloween, 大秀视频 County Council is issuing a call to action to keep your celebrations spooky AND sustainable! 31 Oct 2024 /g= /news/time-running-out-complete-worcestershire-ageing-well-and-planning-survey Time is running out for residents across 大秀视频 to share their views to help shape healthier, more adaptive and inclusive homes and communities for our future. 31 Oct 2024 /g= /news/a38-bromsgrove-route-enhancement-update Work on the A38 Bromsgrove Route Enhancement continues, delivering vital infrastructure improvements to support the local area. 29 Oct 2024 /g= /news/consultation-starts-planning-enforcement-plan A new consultation has opened to get residents feedback on the latest plan for monitoring and enforcing mineral and waste management developments. 28 Oct 2024 /g= /news/rooms-hire-your-local-library-book-online-today Looking for a convenient, affordable venue for your next meeting or event? Your local library has you covered! 28 Oct 2024 /g= /news/powick-old-bridge-renovation-update We are pleased to confirm, following recent media reports, that there is no "Whirlpool" on Powick Old Bridge. Our latest inspections have also shown no further degradation to the existing hole, despite recent flooding. 28 Oct 2024 /g= /news/safe-vape-disposal-focus-disposable-vape-ban-set-june-2025 Following the announcement last week of a UK-wide ban on disposable vapes set to take effect in June 2025, 大秀视频 County Council is reminding residents of the safe and environmentally-friendly way to dispose of vapes. 28 Oct 2024 /g= /news/county-council-employees-awarded-worcestershire-wildlife-medal This year鈥檚 prestigious 大秀视频 Wildlife Medal has been awarded to two 大秀视频 County Council employees. 25 Oct 2024 /g= /news/get-ready-healthier-winter Now that the colder months are setting in, it's a good time to prepare for winter and take steps to stay healthy. 25 Oct 2024 /g= /news/worcestershire-welcomes-further-extension-household-support-fund Residents across the county are able to apply for the Household Support Fund as the scheme continues as we head into the colder months. 25 Oct 2024 /g= /news/less-week-go-apply-high-school-place-2025 If you are applying for a high school place in 2025 for your child, there are only a few days left until the deadline. 25 Oct 2024 /g= /news/have-safe-firework-season 大秀视频 County Council鈥檚 Trading Standards team is asking the public to follow the firework code during the annual fireworks season. 25 Oct 2024 /g= /news/council-decides-engage-refreshed-streetscape-design-guide Following approval from the County Council Cabinet earlier today (24 October 2024), 大秀视频 County Council is set to embark on a new chapter of transport planning. 24 Oct 2024 /g= /news/county-council-issues-thanks-all-involved-following-recent-flooding-0 Following last week鈥檚 flooding, 大秀视频 County Council would like to thank all those who came together in a fully co-ordinated response effort. 24 Oct 2024 /g= /news/discover-journey-your-recycling-hive-worcester From Monday 21 October to Sunday 10 November, 大秀视频 residents are invited to a fascinating and informative exhibition at The Atrium in The Hive, Worcester. 23 Oct 2024 /g= /news/county-council-mission-improve-mobile-connectivity-across-worcestershire-0 In an initiative to enhance mobile connectivity, 大秀视频 County Council is taking action to tackle the growing issue of poor mobile connectivity impacting residents and local businesses. 21 Oct 2024 /g= /news/enjoy-enchanting-october-half-term-holiday-hartlebury-castle The spookiest of half-term holidays returns this month 鈥� and there is plenty of Halloween-themed fun to be had at Hartlebury Castle. 21 Oct 2024 /g= /news/worcestershire-secures-ps11m-revitalise-shrub-hill-quarter An impressive 拢1.1 million has been secured by 大秀视频 County Council from the Government鈥檚 Brownfield Land Release Fund to unlock further areas in the transformation of the Shrub Hill Quarter. 21 Oct 2024 /g= /news/fostering-everything Fostering can mean everything to those involved. That is the message of a powerful new fostering film launched today (17 October) from over 100 councils. 17 Oct 2024 /g= /news/county-council-making-steps-improve-plans-children-and-young-people-send 大秀视频 County Council has been working to make improvements to the plans that support children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). 16 Oct 2024 /g= /news/county-council-joins-national-movement-rescue-recycling-champions This year's Recycle Week (14 to 20 October 2024) is underway with 大秀视频 County Council teaming up with the UK's largest recycling campaign to save five everyday &nbsp;items from the black bin! 16 Oct 2024 /g= /news/worcestershires-gritting-teams-ready-action Winter may still be weeks away, but the Council isn鈥檛 wasting any time gearing up for the colder months!&nbsp; 15 Oct 2024 /g= /news/uncover-worcestershires-rich-history-archaeology-day-2024 Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of 大秀视频 at the annual Archaeology Day, hosted by 大秀视频 County Council鈥檚 Archive &amp; Archaeology Service.&nbsp; 15 Oct 2024 /g= /news/first-steps-towards-vibrant-new-shrub-hill-quarter Work is about to begin on Shrub Hill Quarter, a transformative regeneration project that promises to breathe new life into the heart of Worcester. This exciting development will turn the area into a thriving destination, creating a dynamic new community for residents and visitors alike. 14 Oct 2024 /g= /news/improve-your-digital-skills-your-local-library Do you know someone with little or no experience using a computer? 大秀视频 County Council鈥檚 Library service is here to help them build digital skills during Get Online Week. 14 Oct 2024 /g= /news/springfield-park-bridge-replacement-works-start-later-month Work will begin later this month on installing a new bridge in Springfield Park in Kidderminster. 14 Oct 2024 /g= /news/do-you-know-how-restart-heart On Restart a Heart Day (Wednesday 16 October), 大秀视频 County Council is encouraging everyone to learn how to perform CPR and use a defibrillator, skills that can save lives. 11 Oct 2024 /g= /news/venue-and-sponsor-announced-202425-visit-worcestershire-tourism-awards Visit 大秀视频 is delighted to announce Three Counties Showground as the venue for their 2024/2025 Tourism Awards, with The Valley Evesham taking on the headline sponsor role. 10 Oct 2024 /g= /news/council-urges-residents-join-great-cable-challenge-international-e-waste-day This International E-Waste Day, 大秀视频 County Council is teaming up with Recycle Your Electricals to tackle the mountain of forgotten cables cluttering homes across the UK. 10 Oct 2024 /g= /news/new-book-club-launches-discuss-worcestershire-reads-and-listens-recommendations The 大秀视频 Book Chat, a new online book club launches next week, building on the success of the Reads &amp; Listens Borrowbox titles selected by the County Council鈥檚 Library Service. 10 Oct 2024 /g= /news/unlock-business-potential-during-global-entrepreneurship-week-0 Enterprising 大秀视频 is excited to join Global Entrepreneurship Week 2024 with workshops empowering local entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners. 08 Oct 2024 /g= /news/malvern-sees-rise-demand-bus-service-use The 大秀视频 on Demand bus service in the Malvern Hills District has seen a big rise in usage in recent months. 08 Oct 2024 /g= /news/evesham-pupils-turn-civil-engineers-day Pupils from The De Montfort School (TDMS) in Evesham had the unique opportunity to step into the shoes of civil engineers, thanks to a hands-on session organised by 大秀视频 County Council's key contractors, Griffiths and Jacobs. 07 Oct 2024 /g= /news/running-legends-promote-healthy-worcestershire-business-expo Top Athletes Steve Cram and Allison Curbishley will be making an appearance on the Health and Wellbeing Zone at this year's Business Expo. 07 Oct 2024 /g= /news/county-council-wraps-2024-surface-dressing-programme With 120 miles of roads treated, enhancing longevity and safety across the county, 大秀视频 County Council has successfully completed its annual Surface Dressing Programme for 2024. 04 Oct 2024 /g= /news/planning-application-submitted-new-worcester-secondary-school-and-hospital-car-park A planning application has been submitted by 大秀视频 County Council and healthcare property company Prime plc to continue progress of a new Worcester City Secondary School and new car parking facilities adjacent to 大秀视频 Royal Hospital. 03 Oct 2024 /g= /news/worcestershire-launches-new-free-stop-smoking-service-stoptober Thousands of people across the country pledge to quit smoking every year for Stoptober on 1 October. 01 Oct 2024 /g= /news/help-us-shape-worcestershires-future-homes-and-communities-we-grow-old Residents across 大秀视频 are invited to share their views to help shape healthier, more adaptive and inclusive homes and communities for our future. 01 Oct 2024 /g= /news/more-older-adults-are-staying-active-ever Physical activity rates in older adults have increased across 大秀视频. 30 Sep 2024 /g= /news/taste-worcestershire-launches-malvern-autumn-show A celebration of 大秀视频's food and drink sector begins this weekend as Taste 大秀视频 makes its grand debut at the Malvern Autumn Show. 27 Sep 2024 /g= /news/time-recognise-worcestershires-outstanding-voluntary-groups &nbsp;大秀视频鈥檚 Lord-Lieutenant is calling on local communities to nominate outstanding volunteer groups for the prestigious King鈥檚 Award for Voluntary Service.&nbsp; 26 Sep 2024 /g= /news/consultation-changes-school-system-pershore-closes-sunday Residents are being encouraged to have their say on changes to the school system in the Pershore area, ahead of the consultations closing date this Sunday (29 September) 25 Sep 2024 /g= /news/construction-kepax-bridge-continues-apace There鈥檚 a huge amount of work taking place on one of 大秀视频 County Council鈥檚 key infrastructure projects; the construction of Kepax Bridge in Worcester. 24 Sep 2024 /g= /news/powick-old-bridge-repair-progresses-crane-site-building-working-platform A crane is now on site lifting bags of stone (ballast) into the riverbed to create a dry working area at Powick Old Bridge, a key component in the long term repair of the historic monument. 24 Sep 2024 /g= /news/worcestershire-doubles-careers-and-apprenticeship-event Following a positive response to hosting two young adult employment events last year, 大秀视频 County Council hope to duplicate that success with another double dose of the <strong>大秀视频 Careers and Apprenticeship Roadshow</strong> this October. 24 Sep 2024 /g= /news/worcestershire-libraries-get-prepared-emergencies-save-life-september Life-saving trauma kits have been installed in libraries across 大秀视频 for use in emergencies. 20 Sep 2024 /g= /news/new-data-shows-international-visitors-worcestershire-are-spending-more According to the latest card spending data released by VisitEngland and Visa, spending by international visitors in 大秀视频 increased by 31% in 2023. 19 Sep 2024 /g= /news/plans-published-improving-services-children-and-young-people-send 大秀视频鈥檚 Local Area Partnership have published their plans for improving services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). 18 Sep 2024 /g= /news/new-classrooms-unveiled-comberton-primary-school Comberton Primary School is buzzing with excitement as they introduce a fantastic new addition to their campus this academic year with state-of-the-art permanent classrooms. 17 Sep 2024 /g= /news/unique-partnership-creates-greater-education-choice-young-adults-special-educational-needs Young adults with special education needs and disabilities now have more choice about where they learn new skills for adulthood thanks to funding from 大秀视频 County Council. 17 Sep 2024 /g= /news/have-your-say-plans-cycling-walking-and-wheeling-redditch The views of residents in the Redditch area are being sought to shape plans to make cycling, walking and wheeling a more attractive and safer choice for local journeys. 16 Sep 2024 /g= /news/one-million-megawatts-energy-recovered-envirecover Energy generated from the EnviRecover Energy from Waste facility in 大秀视频, has recovered a huge one million megawatts of energy from waste that would have gone to landfill. 16 Sep 2024 /g= /news/record-number-finalists-confirmed-worcestershire-apprenticeships-awards 大秀视频 Apprenticeships has announced a record number of finalists for the 2024 大秀视频 Apprenticeships Awards in November. 16 Sep 2024 /g= /news/new-careers-worcs-hub-officially-opens-redditch A new Careers 大秀视频 hub in Redditch, was formally opened this week (Monday 9 September) 13 Sep 2024 /g= /news/county-council-mission-improve-mobile-connectivity-across-worcestershire In an initiative to enhance mobile connectivity, 大秀视频 County Council is taking action to tackle the growing issue of poor mobile connectivity impacting both residents and local businesses. 12 Sep 2024 /g= /news/calling-all-worcestershires-volunteers-help-shape-our-new-volunteering-portal 大秀视频 County Council is leading a partnership project to develop a new county-wide volunteer portal. 11 Sep 2024 /g= /news/last-chance-complete-worcestershires-summer-reading-challenge As the summer draws to a close, 大秀视频 County Council鈥檚 Library Service is reminding challenge starters not to miss out on claiming their Summer Reading Challenge Medal. 06 Sep 2024 /g= /news/worcestershire-sees-increase-active-travel-rating 大秀视频 County Council鈥檚 commitment to improving provision for those who walk, wheel and cycle in the county has been recognised in Active Travel England鈥檚 latest capability ratings. 05 Sep 2024 /g= /news/deadline-approaching-worcestershire-residents-apply-home-upgrade-grant The deadline for 大秀视频 residents to apply for Government funding to help save energy and make homes warmer is fast approaching. 05 Sep 2024 /g= /news/back-school-0 With schools preparing to welcome students back to the classroom next week, 大秀视频 County Council are promoting the importance of regular attendance. 02 Sep 2024 /g= /news/consultation-changes-school-system-pershore-launched-0 Residents are being encouraged to have their say on changes to the school system in the Pershore area. 02 Sep 2024 /g= /news/all-you-need-know-about-accessing-adult-social-care-support-worcestershire 大秀视频 County Council provides Adult Social Care support for residents aged 18 and over living in the county. The Council are sharing all you need to know about getting help for yourself or a loved one and how it鈥檚 paid for.&nbsp; 30 Aug 2024 /g= /news/youth-cabinet-reflect-2020-lockdown Members of 大秀视频 Youth Cabinet got together last week to look through their time capsule video of the Covid-19 2020 lockdown.&nbsp; 30 Aug 2024 /g= /news/free-business-consultancy-extended-support-tourism-businesses Visit 大秀视频 and 大秀视频 County Council are continuing to support the tourism sector with specialist 1:1 business consultancy. 29 Aug 2024 /g= /news/applications-next-years-county-school-places-open-1-september-0 Applications for school places in 大秀视频 for 2025 are set to open on 1 September 2024.&nbsp; 29 Aug 2024 /g= /news/westlands-roundabout-works-set-get-underway Works to improve connectivity for those walking, wheeling and cycling around the Westlands in Droitwich are set to get underway next week. 29 Aug 2024 /g= /news/global-manufacturer-given-green-light-headquarters-county <strong>Yet another global business is set to join the already impressive list of renowned companies based at Worcester Six Business Park.</strong> 28 Aug 2024 /g= /news/fun-day-looked-after-children Looked after children in 大秀视频 enjoyed their annual fun day last week (20 August 2024). 28 Aug 2024 /g= /news/final-chance-catch-county-council-roadshow-summer 大秀视频 County Council is set to host its final roadshow of the summer this Saturday, 31 August, at the SaltFest Festival in Vines Park, Droitwich Spa.&nbsp; 27 Aug 2024 /g= /news/careers-worcestershire-ready-support-after-exam-results As students across 大秀视频 receive their exam results, Careers 大秀视频 are letting all local 16-24 year old's know that they are ready to support them with their next steps. 23 Aug 2024 /g= /news/worcestershire-county-council-achieves-prestigious-gold-award-commitment-employees-armed-forces 大秀视频 County Council has been awarded the highest possible award in recognition for its offer to current and future employees with Armed Forces connections. 23 Aug 2024 /news/explore-redditchs-past-new-town-archives-celebration Curious about the history of the town you live in today? Join 大秀视频 County Council鈥檚 Archive and Archaeology Service for an exciting event celebrating the Archives of Redditch New Town. 22 Aug 2024 /g= /news/gcse-results-2024-worcestershire Today, students across the county received their GCSE results.&nbsp;&nbsp; 22 Aug 2024 /g= /news/more-success-adults-social-worker-shortlisted-national-award 大秀视频 County Council is proud to announce that one of its social workers has been shortlisted for recognition at the Social Worker of the Year Awards. 20 Aug 2024 /g= /news/watch-out-imported-american-candy-illegal-additives-sale-worcestershire Sales of American Candy, is on the rise, including here in 大秀视频. 19 Aug 2024 /g= /news/keeper-banned-keeping-livestock-five-years A 大秀视频 man who kept sheep in appalling conditions has been banned by Magistrates from keeping livestock for five years. 16 Aug 2024 /news/chapel-street-next-bromsgroves-town-centre-improvements Improvements for Bromsgrove鈥檚 town centre are set to move on to the next phase. 16 Aug 2024 /g= /news/level-results-2024-worcestershire Today, students across the county received their A-Level results. 15 Aug 2024 /g= /news/great-news-malverns-library-members-libraries-unlocked-launches-next-week Libraries Unlocked, the new service will go-live at Malvern Library on Monday 19 August 2024. 13 Aug 2024 /g= /news/survey-showcases-exceptional-visitor-experience A recent survey revealed that the satisfaction levels of tourists visiting 大秀视频 are high, with 95% of visitors surveyed likely to visit the county again. 12 Aug 2024 /g= /news/finalists-announced-visit-worcestershire-tourism-awards 55 大秀视频 businesses have been shortlisted for the county鈥檚 annual Tourism Awards in partnership with the VisitEngland Awards of Excellence. 09 Aug 2024 /g= /news/big-boost-bromsgrove-bus-service Getting around Wythall, Alvechurch, Stoke Pound, Stoke Prior and Bromsgrove is about to get much easier with the expansion of 大秀视频 County Council鈥檚 innovative on demand bus service 鈥� 大秀视频 on Demand. 09 Aug 2024 /g= /news/planning-hampton-bridge-takes-steps-forward Planning for the construction of a new pedestrian and cycling bridge at Hampton, Evesham, has significantly progressed with the recent opening of a nearby Toucan crossing on Pershore Road. 08 Aug 2024 /g= /news/deadline-register-solar-panel-and-battery-storage-scheme-extended The deadline to register for the Solar Together 大秀视频 scheme has been extended by a month.&nbsp; 08 Aug 2024 /g= /news/county-council-roadshows-stop-kidderminster-and-worcester-weekend The 大秀视频 County Council Roadshows will be at Kidderminster and Worcester this week as their tour of the county continues! 07 Aug 2024 /g= /news/over-3000-children-sign-summer-reading-challenge Over three thousand children signing up for 大秀视频 County Council鈥檚 Summer Reading Challenge. 07 Aug 2024 /g= /news/get-involved-plans-cycling-walking-and-wheeling-evesham The views of residents in the Evesham area are being sought to shape plans to make cycling, walking and wheeling a more attractive choice for local journeys. 05 Aug 2024 /g= /news/help-grow-more-community-orchards-and-mini-forests-worcestershire Support is available from the Coronation Living Heritage Fund to help create new community orchards and mini forests across the county.&nbsp; 05 Aug 2024 /g=