2018 News
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Residents urged to complete budget survey
Residents urged to complete budget survey 19/12/2018People are being urged to have their say on a range of budget proposals put forward by Wyre Forest District Council’s Cabinet.
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Wyre Forest leads the field in business growth
Franchise Brands, based in Kidderminster is top of the league of the 50 fastest growing companies in Worcestershire...
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Improvements to Worcester Street Kidderminster progressing well
Improvement works to increase footfall in Kidderminster and boost economic development in the town are progressing well.
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Christmas messages from Chairman and Leader
Christmas messages from Chairman and Leader 14/12/2018Christmas messages from Chairman and Leader
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Council Leader and Chairman thank local postmen and women as they gear up to deliver a first class Christmas
Christmas is Royal Mail’s busiest time of the year...
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Local Plan 2016-2036 - consultation closes 17 December
Last chance to have your say on pre-submission Local Plan.
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Cabinet proposes parking charges freeze in draft budget
A freeze on car parking charges is included in a package of budget proposals to be discussed by Wyre Forest District Council’s Cabinet next week (Tuesday 18 December).
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Work starts on major town centre investment scheme
Work has started on a major refurbishment of Wyre Forest District Council’s Green Street depot in Kidderminster.
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Volunteer Rangers lend a hand giving West Midlands Safari Park elephants their 5-a-day
Green-fingered volunteers for Wyre Forest District Council’s Ranger Service were busy feeding the elephants at West Midlands Safari Park last week.
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Wyre Forest Register of Electors Published
Wyre Forest Register of Electors Published 04/12/2018Nearly 77,000 people in the Wyre Forest district are on the newly published Register of Electors. A total of 76,881 electors are listed which represents a slight decrease of 350 (0.45%) since the register was compiled in December 2017.
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Christmas bin collections
Christmas bin collections 03/12/2018Arrangements for bin collections over the festive period have been announced today.
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Chance to save on energy bills
Chance to save on energy bills 30/11/2018Wyre Forest Big Energy Switch is back offering residents another chance to reduce energy bills by swapping suppliers.
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Grab yourself a garden waste offer this Christmas!
Gardeners in Wyre Forest can treat themselves this Christmas by taking advantage of Wyre Forest District Council’s latest brown bin offer.
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Public consultations on new nature reserve to take place in December
A series of public meetings to discuss the future of the former Burlish Park golf club site will take place next month.
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Council announces resignation of long-serving councillor
Wyre Forest District Council has announced the resignation of Councillor Jamie Shaw, who represented the Areley Kings & Riverside ward in Stourport-on-Severn.
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Theatre group applauds Localism support
Theatre group applauds Localism support 23/11/2018A Stourport-based theatre group is making a real song and dance about receiving a £1,000 windfall from Wyre Forest District Council.
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Council leaders launch White Ribbon campaign
Council leaders launch White Ribbon campaign 14/11/2018Council leaders launch White Ribbon campaign
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Park for free after 4pm this Christmas!
Park for free after 4pm this Christmas! 13/11/2018Shoppers can take advantage of free parking at all Wyre Forest District Council car parks after 4pm during the festive period. The ‘free Christmas parking after 4pm’ offer will run from Saturday 17 November 2018 until Sunday 6 January 2019.
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9 out of 10 households respond to 2018 electoral canvass
Almost nine out of ten households in the district have registered someone living there to vote. Anyone who has not registered only has until Thursday 22 November 2018 to make sure they respond to the 2018 canvass. By law, every resident must register, whether or not they intend to vote in future elections.
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Have your say on Local Plan
Have your say on Local Plan 01/11/2018Wyre Forest District Council has today (Thursday 1 November) launched its pre-submission consultation on the Local Plan 2016-2036.
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Community Localism Fund safeguards future of historic building
An appeal to safeguard the future of a 500 year old Tudor community building in Stourport is off to a great start thanks to a £2,000 grant from Wyre Forest District Council.
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Council demands law change over business rate debts
Councillors in Wyre Forest are backing a national campaign to prevent companies using sharp legal practices to avoid paying business rates.
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Council invests to raise income
Council invests to raise income 30/10/2018Wyre Forest District Council is continuing to invest in property as a way of raising vital income to fund local services.
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Council unveils revised Local Plan including proposals for new village at Lea Castle
Council unveils revised Local Plan
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Crown House demolition on hold
Crown House demolition on hold 16/10/2018The demolition of Crown House, Kidderminster has been put on hold for an indeterminate period. The tenant of the building, Telereal Trillium, has pulled out of a demolition deal at short notice.
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Celebrities to unite against hate crime
Celebrities to unite against hate crime 09/10/2018Popular public figures including a Paralympian, a radio show host and former “The Apprentice” candidate are taking to the stage to speak out against hate crime this month.
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Local services to benefit from new investment
District services could benefit to the tune of £28,000 per year thanks to a new commercial investment by Wyre Forest District Council.
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Nominations for Wyre Forest Sports Awards now open
This annual evening of celebration takes place every January and honours local individuals, coaches, volunteers, clubs and schools in recognition of their talent, commitment and hard work in helping people of all ages and abilities access sport and physical activity.
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First Wyre Forest Volunteer Fair hailed a huge success!
Charities, community groups and local organisations have signed up scores of new volunteers following a successful new initiative organised by Wyre Forest District Council.
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Council confirms new property acquisition
Council confirms new property acquisition 26/09/2018An office block has been purchased by Wyre Forest District Council as part of its ongoing plans to generate income to support local services.
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Horrors of litter highlighted in new campaign
The horrors of a range of environmental crimes from littering to fly-posting and graffiti will hit home as part of a new Halloween-themed campaign across Wyre Forest this autumn.
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Bewdley & Rock by-election result
Bewdley & Rock by-election result 21/09/2018Result from the Bewdley & Rock by-election.
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Home visits for unregistered households
Home visits for unregistered households 19/09/2018Residents who have still not replied to a letter about registering to vote can expect a knock on their door from one of Wyre Forest District Council’s canvassers.
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Keep warm, keep well this winter
Keep warm, keep well this winter 13/09/2018Need help with your winter fuel bills? Then come along to one of our free energy advice surgeries taking place in Wyre Forest.
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Call for witnesses following Depot break-in
Call for witnesses following Depot break-in 12/09/2018Wyre Forest District Council has issued an appeal for information following a criminal break-in at its Operational Services Depot in Kidderminster.
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UK polls opens to find people's favourite park
Three Wyre Forest parks are in the running to become one of the UK’s top 10 favourite outdoor spaces in a new nationwide “people’s poll”.
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Neighbourhood area set to be approved
Neighbourhood area set to be approved 11/09/2018Cookley and Caunsall looks set to be designated as a neighbourhood area next week.
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Kidderminster Town Hall hosts the Wyre Forest Volunteer Fair
Volunteers from more than 40 organisations will be hoping to recruit like-minded community spirited supporters at a showcase event at Kidderminster Town Hall next month.
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Localism boost for new community workshop
Localism boost for new community workshop 04/09/2018A new community workshop in Bewdley that gives local people the chance to try their hand at traditional arts and crafts, has been awarded a grant by Wyre Forest District Council.
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Council leader welcomes new Silverwoods bus service
A new bus service serving the district’s flagship leisure centre on Silverwoods, Kidderminster, has been welcomed by the leader of Wyre Forest District Council.
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Scrutiny for neighbourhood area application
Scrutiny for neighbourhood area application 29/08/2018An application to designate Cookley and Caunsall as a neighbourhood area will be discussed at Wyre Forest District Council’s Overview and Scrutiny Committee next week (Thursday 6 September).
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New scout headquarters to be discussed at council meeting
Organisations working together to create a new scout headquarters on the site of disused changing rooms on a Kidderminster estate will unveil their plans at a Wyre Forest District Council meeting next week.
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Chairman to raise the flag for Merchant Navy Day
A special event to highlight the UK’s ongoing dependence on Merchant Navy seafarers will take place at Wyre Forest District Council’s headquarters on Monday 3 September.
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Get green with the Depot team at gardening show
Local gardeners will be able to bag themselves a great special offer from Wyre Forest District Council at a local horticultural event next month.
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Town centre alcohol restrictions to be extended
Alcohol restrictions in Kidderminster town centre are to be extended with the backing of local organisations and residents.
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28,000 return electoral registration form – have you?
Around 18,500 reminders are being sent to residents who have not responded to a letter asking them to check whether electoral registration information is correct.
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New licensing rules for housing in multiple occupation
Landlords who rent out a property to five or more tenants with shared facilities will require a licence from Monday 1 October 2018.
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New environmental penalties come into force
New environmental penalties come into force 24/08/2018New fixed penalties for a range of environmental offences come into force in Wyre Forest next week, Saturday 1 September.
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Bewdley & Rock Ward by-election candidates announced
Four candidates are standing for election to fill a vacant seat on Wyre Forest District Council.
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Council unveils paving stone to honour local hero
A paving stone to commemorate a Kidderminster soldier who was awarded the Victoria Cross is being unveiled on Monday 3 September 2018.
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Vandals set fire to park play area
Vandals set fire to park play area 16/08/2018Councillors have condemned vandals who set fire to play equipment at Wyre Forest’s flagship park.
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Council supports Pickup Artists’ recruitment campaign
A new campaign to recruit more community-minded volunteers to join the district’s celebrated litter-picking group The Pickup Artists has received a boost from Wyre Forest District Council.
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Council Leader announces Cabinet changes
Council Leader announces Cabinet changes 10/08/2018The Leader of Wyre Forest District Council, Councillor Marcus Hart, earlier today (Friday 10 August) informed councillors of changes that he is making to portfolios within his Cabinet.
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5 Ways to Wellbeing: Give
5 Ways to Wellbeing: Give 09/08/2018‘Give’ is the next theme in a year-long campaign to help residents improve their mental wellbeing.
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Festival of music, dance and entertainment comes to Stourport
A taste of the Wild West is coming to Stourport this summer.
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Crackdown on blue badge misuse
Crackdown on blue badge misuse 02/08/2018Civil Enforcement Officers at Wyre Forest District Council have completed a week-long operation as part of a district-wide crackdown on the misuse of disabled blue badge permits within the district.
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Roll up, roll up - KAF is back!
Roll up, roll up - KAF is back! 02/08/2018This summer Kidderminster will come to life with music, dance, art and theatre!
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Launch of council’s new online mapping system!
The council’s online mapping system is now live!
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Statement of Accounts 2017/18
Statement of Accounts 2017/18 31/07/2018The Statement of Accounts 2017/18 was approved by Audit Committee on 30 July 2018.
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Celebration of inspirational young people
Celebration of inspirational young people 25/07/2018Community-minded young people from across the district’s schools were celebrated at this year’s Young Citizenship Celebration Evening at Kidderminster Town Hall.
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Residents urged to reply about voter registration information
Last year, almost one in ten households did not reply to Wyre Forest District Council’s letter asking them to confirm their electoral register details – costing the authority more than £30,000, money which could have been spent on essential local services.
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Council regrets rejection of Business Improvement District for Kidderminster
Plans to launch a new Business Improvement District in Kidderminster town centre have been rejected.
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Flying the green flag in Wyre Forest
Flying the green flag in Wyre Forest 18/07/2018Two Wyre Forest parks have retained their green flag status.
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Tributes to former district councillor
Tributes to former district councillor 18/07/2018Tributes have been paid to former Wyre Forest District Councillor Mike Price, who has died aged 66.
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Family Fun Day in Kidderminster
Family Fun Day in Kidderminster 17/07/2018Residents can learn all about living a healthier lifestyle by joining in a day of fun!
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Chairman pays tribute to councillor
Chairman pays tribute to councillor 16/07/2018Tributes have been paid to Wyre Forest District Council member Rod Wilson who sadly passed away at his home this morning (Monday 16 July).
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Cherry Fair and 1940s weekend
Cherry Fair and 1940s weekend 13/07/2018Bewdley’s annual celebration of all things cherry will be held at Bewdley Museum on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 July.
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Celebrate those who see no barriers
Celebrate those who see no barriers 11/07/2018An award scheme which recognises those that go the extra mile for people with disabilities is now open.
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Bewdley Town Council by-election candidates announced
Candidates for the Bewdley Town Council by-election.
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Villagers urged to use their vote
Villagers urged to use their vote 09/07/2018Voters in Wolverley and Cookley will go to the polls this Thursday (12 July) to vote in a local advisory poll.
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Have your say on restricting alcohol consumption in Kidderminster Town Centre
An order restricting alcohol consumption in Kidderminster Town Centre could be extended until 2021.
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Plans to introduce simpler Council Tax Reduction Scheme
A scheme that helps people on low incomes pay their Council Tax is being reviewed.
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International Market returns to Kidderminster
Immerse yourself in the sounds, aromas and flavours of an International Market event right on your doorstep in Kidderminster over the weekend of Friday 13, Saturday 14, and Sunday 15 July.
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District to make a stand against domestic abuse
A national campaign to support people experiencing domestic abuse looks set to get the backing of Wyre Forest District Council.
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Council continues to develop the Lion Fields area of Kidderminster
Final proposals to complete the regeneration of a prime development site in Kidderminster town centre will be discussed by Wyre Forest District Council’s Cabinet in July.
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Centre’s popularity continues to grow
Centre’s popularity continues to grow 28/06/2018The number of visits to Wyre Forest Leisure centre has grown to an average of 46,000 each month.
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Council plans to renew its Local Development Order
A successful scheme which allows businesses to build and expand premises without the need to make a planning application looks set to be renewed.
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Council set to deal with eyesore town centre site
A key gateway into Kidderminster looks set to get a make over. Wyre Forest District Council says it is prepared to use its compulsory purchase powers if necessary to tidy up the former British Heart Foundation (BHF) shop fronting Market Street in Kidderminster.
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Council to get tough on litter louts
Council to get tough on litter louts 28/06/2018Plans to get tough on litter louts by increasing fines for a range of environmental offences are due to be discussed by Wyre Forest District Councillors next week.
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Lazy Sunday afternoons ahead at summer outdoor concerts
Music-lovers are in for a summer of lazy Sunday afternoons thanks to Wyre Forest District Council’s annual programme of FREE outdoor concerts.
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Council Invests in Kidderminster town centre
Council Invests in Kidderminster town centre 27/06/2018A block of retail units in Kidderminster town centre has been purchased by Wyre Forest District Council for £1m in a bid to boost regeneration and raise vital income to support local services.
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Session to help you recycle more plastics
Session to help you recycle more plastics 26/06/2018There is a chance to find out more about plastic recycling and alternatives to plastics at an event at Wyre Forest House next week (Tuesday 3 July).
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Council expresses delight at Court refusal to allow review of planning inspector’s decision
Council expresses delight at Court refusal to allow review of planning inspector’s decision 25/06/2018Delight at High Court's refusal for permission for a judicial review of an independent planning inspector’s decision in Bewdley.
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Designated neighbourhood area sought for Cookley and Caunsall
Parish Council applies for the designation of a neighbourhood area for Cookley and Caunsall.
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Showcase of services for older people
Showcase of services for older people 22/06/2018Encouraging older people to keep learning will be part of this year’s Showcase of Services for Older People.
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Songs from musicals in the garden
Songs from musicals in the garden 22/06/2018Forget Broadway and the West End – tickets are now on sale for an open air summer concert in Bewdley featuring songs from the musicals.
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A jam-packed summer of fun is coming to Wyre Forest
Schools will soon be out for the summer so take a look at all the great things Wyre Forest District Council has organised to help keep the children entertained.
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream comes to Bewdley Museum
A story of love, intrigue, magic and celebration will be taking centre stage in Bewdley next month.
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Council takes possession of Wyre Forest Golf Club
Wyre Forest District Council has confirmed that it has now taken possession of the Wyre Forest Golf Club after its previous tenant, Burlish Golf Centres Ltd, had gone into administration in 2017.
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2017/18 Final accounts highlight savings of nearly half a million
Wyre Forest District Council achieved savings of around £444,000 over the last 12 months. The council has done this by careful budget management, including both cost savings and increased income generation.
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Deadline for local advisory poll
Deadline for local advisory poll 14/06/2018Tuesday 26 June is the deadline for registering to vote in the local advisory poll in Wolverley and Cookley.
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Rogue waste operator fined for fly tipping
Rogue waste operator fined for fly tipping 11/06/2018A rogue waste operator has been fined by Kidderminster Magistrates.
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Raise a flag for our Armed Forces
Raise a flag for our Armed Forces 07/06/2018Armed Forces Day will be marked in Wyre Forest with the annual flag flying ceremony.
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District council’s work on Localism earns more national recognition
Wyre Forest District Council’s work on Localism has attracted more national recognition.
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Pre-audit statement of accounts
Pre-audit statement of accounts 01/06/2018The Pre-Audit Statement of Accounts 2017-18 was endorsed by Audit Committee on 30th May 2018. A copy of the Statement, along with the Public Inspection Notice is now available.
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Have your say about community governance in Wolverley and Cookley
Wolverley and Cookley residents are getting the chance to have their say on whether they think each village should have its own parish council.
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Audit Committee Independent Person
Audit Committee Independent Person 01/06/2018Would you like to play an important role by contributing towards maintaining high standards of governance at Wyre Forest District Council?
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Council to agree new Local Plan timetable
Council to agree new Local Plan timetable 31/05/2018The next stage of consultation on Wyre Forest District Council’s proposed Local Plan looks set to take place in October.
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Localism Grant helps church with new TV screen
A campaign to bring a taste of ‘Holy’-wood to Kidderminster has won funding from Wyre Forest District Council.
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Council agrees to hold community governance review of Wolverley and Cookley
Residents of the Wolverley and Cookley parish get the chance to have their say on whether the present parish should be split into two.
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Fourth term in role for Chairman at Wyre Forest District Council
The new chairman and vice chairman for Wyre Forest District Council have been sworn in at annual council.
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Rock your way into summer 2018
Rock your way into summer 2018 21/05/2018Music lovers, classic car enthusiasts and those that just love a good boogie are in for a treat when Rock ‘N’ Roll – Party in the Park comes to town.
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Appointment of External Auditor
Appointment of External Auditor 18/05/2018In accordance with section 8 (2) of the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014, we are required to publish a notice relating to the appointment of our local auditor.
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Community Localism Fund launches for 2018
Community Localism Fund launches for 2018 18/05/2018Community groups and organisations in Wyre Forest are invited to apply for grants and funding from Wyre Forest District Council.
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Residents are urged to unite against dementia
Residents can get involved in Dementia Action Week from Monday 21 to Sunday 27 May by attending pop-up events in the district.
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Owners reminded to keep dogs on leads in Jubilee Gardens
Dog owners are being reminded they must keep their pets on a lead in the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Gardens in Bewdley.
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Funds boost for local village hall
Funds boost for local village hall 08/05/2018Villagers in Far Forest have been given a helping hand with funding towards the restoration of the village hall floor.
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Call for residents to ‘Be Active’ during May
Call for residents to ‘Be Active’ during May 08/05/2018Residents can put their best foot forward this May by taking part in range of activities organised by Wyre Forest District Council.
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The UK’s youngest councillor?
The UK’s youngest councillor? 04/05/2018A newly elected member to Wyre Forest District Council is believed to be the youngest councillor in the United Kingdom.
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Rangers scoop up top conservation awards
Rangers scoop up top conservation awards 02/05/2018Countryside rangers from Wyre Forest District Council have scooped two top awards for their work protecting local habitats across the district.
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Grab yourself a garden waste offer this May!
Grab yourself a garden waste offer this May! 27/04/2018If you’re heading out into the garden this May then don’t miss out on the latest brown bin special offers from Wyre Forest District Council.
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Bank holiday display of Stourport Riverside Meadows masterplan
Residents and visitors will have another chance to comment on suggestions for improving Stourport Riverside Meadows this coming Bank Holiday Monday.
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Candidates for district elections announced
Candidates for district elections announced 06/04/201855 candidates are standing for election in Wyre Forest District Council elections on Thursday 3 May.
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Resurfacing works marks end of regeneration scheme
Resurfacing work on the newly extended Load Street car park in Bewdley will take place next week marking the end of a major regeneration scheme of the town centre.
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Apply to be a stall holder at Volunteer Fair
Apply to be a stall holder at Volunteer Fair 03/04/2018Community groups in Wyre Forest are being asked to put themselves forward for a FREE stall at an upcoming Volunteer Fair.
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Artwork transforms Kidderminster subway
Artwork transforms Kidderminster subway 28/03/2018A Kidderminster subway has been given a makeover thanks to a Safer Wyre Forest and Kidderminster Arts Festival (KAF) project.
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Space Open Showcase Event highlights wellbeing in the workplace
Businesses invited to find out more about wellbeing in the workplace.
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5 Ways to Wellbeing gets active
5 Ways to Wellbeing gets active 27/03/2018‘Be Active’ is the next theme in a year-long campaign to help residents improve their mental wellbeing.
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International Market comes to Kidderminster this weekend
Immerse yourself in the sounds, aromas and flavours of an International Market event right on your doorstep in Kidderminster over the weekend of Friday 23 to Sunday 25 March 2018.
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Easter drop-in session on Stourport Riverside Meadows masterplan
Residents and visitors will get the chance to comment on suggestions for improving Stourport Riverside Meadows this Easter Monday.
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Register to vote in time for May local elections
On Thursday 3 May residents in Wyre Forest will go to the polls to have their say on who represents them at a local level.
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Gladman appeal dismissed
Gladman appeal dismissed 14/03/2018An independent planning inspector has upheld a decision by Wyre Forest District Council to refuse planning permission for 195 new homes near Bewdley.
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New mobile parking payments service launches in Wyre Forest
Motorists in Wyre Forest will soon be able to use their phones to pay for parking in council-owned car parks.
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Dog control orders keep Wyre Forest safe, clean and looking good
New dog control orders are helping keep Wyre Forest district safe, clean and looking good.
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Residents to have their say on community safety meetings
Residents in Wyre Forest are being urged to complete a short survey about how they raise issues around community safety in the district.
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Popular Garden Waste collection service is back
Gardeners in Wyre Forest can rejoice as the annual garden waste collection service restarts on Monday 5 March!
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Local Plan review update
Local Plan review update 22/02/2018Planning policy officers from Wyre Forest District Council are busy cataloguing and considering thousands of comments and suggestions from local people who took part in a major public consultation on future housing and regeneration of the district.
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Council sets budget for year ahead
Council sets budget for year ahead 22/02/2018Spending plans that protect frontline services and continue to drive forward the district’s regeneration have been formally adopted by Wyre Forest District Council.
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Town centre improvements have created multiple economic benefits for Kidderminster
A study has revealed that the recent £2 million improvements to Kidderminster town centre public realm have delivered multiple economic benefits...
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Localism fund fuels charity's drive for volunteers
A local transport charity run by a group of volunteers has received vital support from Wyre Forest District Council to help with their ongoing recruitment drive.
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Council takes steps to acquire land in Horsefair
An eyesore parcel of land in Horsefair, Kidderminster, could be redeveloped for housing under a plan being put forward by Wyre Forest District Council.
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Bewdley Museum re-opens with a bang!
Bewdley Museum re-opens with a bang! 20/02/2018Visitors can immerse themselves in an exotic culture, at the re-opening of Bewdley Museum on Saturday 3 March and explore the East Asian Collection.
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KAF 2018 to celebrate town’s strength and resilience
Plans are being drawn up for Kidderminster Arts Festival (KAF) 2018 which will take place in August.
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Facebook group hailed as local litter heroes
Facebook group hailed as local litter heroes 19/02/2018Hundreds of community-minded Facebook users in Kidderminster have become local heroes by organising a series of litter picks around the town.
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Sustainability event goes down a storm
Sustainability event goes down a storm 14/02/2018Eco-conscious people arrived in record numbers to the Greener Living Fair on Saturday (10 February).
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Woman fined for drinking in restricted area
Woman fined for drinking in restricted area 14/02/2018A 40 year old Kidderminster woman who was spotted drinking cider in a restricted part of the town centre, has been fined by the town’s magistrates.
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Balti house fined after cockroach infestation
A Kidderminster balti house that was temporarily closed down by food inspectors after the discovery of a cockroach infestation has been fined £20,000 by magistrates.
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Chinese restaurant fined after rodent infestation
A Chinese restaurant in Stourport has been fined more than £1,000 by magistrates after the discovery of an infestation of mice and rats.
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Gender pay figures highlight it’s a woman’s world at Wyre Forest
The release of gender pay figures have highlighted that women employees at Wyre Forest District Council earn on average 10% more than male employees.
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Cabinet pledge on community led housing
Cabinet pledge on community led housing 12/02/2018Cabinet members have pledged their support to a new drive to encourage local communities to get involved in increasing the number of affordable homes in the district.
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Council wins school grounds maintenance contract
An independent Wolverley school has appointed Wyre Forest District Council to keep its grounds in tip top condition for the next three years.
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Government funding boosts Churchfields urban village project
Plans to develop around 300 new homes in Churchfields, Kidderminster have been boosted by funding from the Housing Infrastructure Fund (HIF).
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Wolverley & Cookley Parish Council By-Election
Wolverley & Cookley by-election result announced.
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Stourport Town Council by-election candidates announced
Five candidates are standing for election to fill a vacant seat on Stourport-on-Severn Town Council.
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Wolverley and Cookley Housing Needs Survey
Wolverley and Cookley Housing Needs Survey 30/01/2018People who live and work in Wolverley and Cookley are being asked about their future housing needs in a new survey that will help shape future residential development in the parish.
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Localism Grant helps community group secure new play area
A campaign to raise money for a play area in Rock has won funding from Wyre Forest District Council.
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Have your say on Stourport Riverside Meadows
Have your say on Stourport Riverside Meadows 25/01/2018Residents, traders and visitors are being urged to have their say on how a popular riverside park in Stourport can be improved for future generations to come.
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Stourport Town Council by-election date announced
A by-election for a vacancy on the Stourport Town Council in the Stour & Wilden ward will be held on Tuesday 27 February.
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Tribute to former council chairman
Tribute to former council chairman 23/01/2018Tributes have been paid to a former Wyre Forest District Council Chairman Gordon Hinton (Tony) who passed away on Monday 15 January 2018.
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Free advice to keep warm and well this winter
Are you worried about your winter fuel bills? Then come along to one of our free energy advice surgeries taking place in Wyre Forest.
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Greener Living Fair at Kidderminster Town Hall
Want to live life greener? Then don’t miss out on a free event that celebrates sustainable living!
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Green light for Depot investment plan
Green light for Depot investment plan 17/01/2018Plans to develop Wyre Forest District Council’s Green Street depot have been given the green light.
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5 Ways to Wellbeing
5 Ways to Wellbeing 09/01/2018A new year-long campaign to help residents improve their mental wellbeing is being launched by Wyre Forest District Council.
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Strala Yoga Course comes to Bewdley Museum
Strala Yoga Course comes to Bewdley Museum 02/01/2018Start your year off right by coming along to a new 6 week Strala Yoga Course at Bewdley Museum.