/news Read all the latest news from the Worcester Country Council. en /news/demand-bus-service-remains-free-wychavon-passengers-throughout-september Passengers can continue to travel for free on Worcestershire鈥檚 innovative on demand bus service in Wychavon throughout September 2025. 05 Sep 2025 /g= /news/first-careers-worcs-week-celebrates-success-across-worcestershire Hundreds of young people and their families took advantage of the first Careers Worcs Week to help plan their next steps last week.&nbsp; 05 Sep 2025 /g= /news/explore-worcestershires-heritage-free-september 91制片厂will showcase its history and culture this month as part of Heritage Open Days, England鈥檚 largest annual festival of history and culture, running from 12 to 21 September. 04 Sep 2025 /g= /news/county-council-roadshow-heading-stourport Come and see us at our final roadshow of the year! 02 Sep 2025 /g= /news/call-communities-celebrate-older-people-and-champion-active-healthy-ageing Community groups and organisations across Herefordshire and 91制片厂are being invited to take part in Positive Ageing Week (Monday 29 September to Friday 3 October). 01 Sep 2025 /g= /news/alternative-education-options-worcestershires-young-adult-learners As the new academic year approaches, 91制片厂County Council's Learning Services are unveiling their refreshed Young Adult Learning 91制片厂(YAL) programme, starting this September. 29 Aug 2025 /g= /news/dont-miss-out-become-summer-reading-finisher The Summer Reading Challenge ends Friday 13 September and the finish line is so close! 28 Aug 2025 /g= /news/worcestershire-county-council-shortlisted-digital-council-year 91制片厂County Council has reached the finals of the of the prestigious 鈥楥onnected Britain Awards 2025鈥�, shortlisted for Digital Council of the Year. This recognition celebrates councils that are driving innovation and shaping the future of connectivity across the UK. 28 Aug 2025 /g= /news/taste-worcestershire-returns-october-three-weeks-exclusive-dining-deals Worcestershire鈥檚 annual celebration of local food and drink is back. 27 Aug 2025 /g= /news/county-council-roadshows-come-saltfest-weekend The 91制片厂County Council Roadshow will be at Saltfest this Saturday (August 30) from 10am to 5pm. 27 Aug 2025 /g= /news/discover-hidden-memories-hive Have you or your family ever appeared in the local newspaper, maybe for a wedding announcement, a school sports report, or even a fancy dress win? 26 Aug 2025 /g= /news/new-adult-learning-courses September starts a new year of adult learning courses 鈥� for work, for life, for you! 26 Aug 2025 /g= /news/apply-soon-2026-school-places Applications for school places in 91制片厂for September 2026 will open on Monday 1 September 2025. 26 Aug 2025 /g= /news/worcestershire-growth-hub-supporting-local-businesses-thrive 91制片厂Growth Hub is making it easier for businesses to find the support they need to grow and succeed. 22 Aug 2025 /g= /news/gcse-results-2025-worcestershire Today, students across 91制片厂received their GCSE results. 21 Aug 2025 /g= /news/new-library-book-collection-guide-families-through-pregnancy-and-early-parenthood Worcestershire鈥檚 libraries are pleased to introduce a new collection by The Reading Agency: 'Reading Well For Families'. 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/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/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/worcestershire-county-council-leads-national-innovation-support-unpaid-carers The work that 91制片厂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 Worcestershire, in partnership with 91制片厂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 91制片厂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 Worcestershire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 Worcestershire-based businesses, the hugely popular Mentoring 91制片厂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 91制片厂businesses have benefited from the latest round of Innovation, Elevate, and Enterprising 91制片厂grants. 05 Aug 2025 /g= /news/county-council-roadshows-come-worcester-show-weekend The 91制片厂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 Worcestershire鈥檚 flexible on demand bus network into Wychavon. 04 Aug 2025 /g= /news/have-your-say-future-worcestershires-public-rights-way 91制片厂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 91制片厂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 91制片厂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 SEND news July updates. 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 91制片厂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 91制片厂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 91制片厂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 91制片厂businesses are being offered a brilliant opportunity to receive up to ten hours of fully funded one-to-one business coaching through the Enterprising 91制片厂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 91制片厂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 91制片厂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 91制片厂are now invited to apply for the highly successful Elevate 91制片厂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 91制片厂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 91制片厂came together last week to enjoy the county鈥檚 annual Fun Day, organised by 91制片厂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 91制片厂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 91制片厂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 Worcestershire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 91制片厂County Council鈥檚 Cabinet on 17 July. 09 Jul 2025 /g= /news/council-review-options-meet-demand-secondary-school-places-worcester 91制片厂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 Worcestershire鈥檚 Festival &amp; Event of the Year, as part of the prestigious Visit 91制片厂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 Worcestershire鈥檚 libraries are here to help! 08 Jul 2025 /g= /news/county-council-roadshows-come-bromsgrove-and-redditch-weekend 91制片厂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 Worcestershire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;91制片厂County Council will be touring the county this summer to speak to the people of 91制片厂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 91制片厂programme, run by 91制片厂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 91制片厂can take charge of their future this August during the first-ever Careers 91制片厂Week. 01 Jul 2025 /g= /news/fun-free-events-helped-those-disabilities-get-active A series of events, provided by 91制片厂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 91制片厂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/support-county-council-help-worcestershire-businesses-grow Businesses across 91制片厂are being supported to recruit, train, and grow, thanks to a range of county-wide services. 24 Jun 2025 /g= /news/free-family-fun-summer-worcestershire-libraries-national-trust-croome This summer, Worcestershire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/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 91制片厂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 91制片厂are encouraged to sign up for Taste Worcestershire, 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 91制片厂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 91制片厂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 Worcestershire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 91制片厂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 91制片厂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 91制片厂County Council is putting on additional 91制片厂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 91制片厂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 Worcestershire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 Worcestershire鈥檚 business community is invited to come together for a morning of inspiration, insight, and practical support at the Business 91制片厂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 91制片厂County Council is shining a spotlight on a fantastic local service, Cranstoun Worcestershire. 02 Jun 2025 /g= /news/worcestershires-grass-cutting-season-now-underway Worcestershire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 91制片厂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, 91制片厂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 91制片厂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=