Green Open Homes invites all
Guest article from Jess Walton of Marches Energy Agency: With autumn on its way, and energy bills set to rise again, you may be looking to make your home more comfortable and energy efficient, to save both money and carbon.But where should you start? How do you know what steps to take? Green Open Homes […]
Land transformed into natural oasis
An unused plot of land in Telford and Wrekin, has been turned into a natural oasis for nature and residents. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The Telford African and Afro-Caribbean Resource Centre (TAARC) has been working with partners including Telford & Wrekin Council’s Safer & Stronger Communities project to create the garden […]
Best foot forward for council’s active travel plans
From resurfacing and crossing points to school bike lessons, workshops and major flagship schemes, Telford & Wrekin Council is leading the way when it comes to safe, direct and high-quality walking, cycling and wheeling routes for day-to-day travel. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Investment into infrastructure, events, equipment and facilities are also […]
Residents and businesses invited to share their views on proposed measures to improve air quality in Shrewsbury and Bridgnorth
Shropshire Council is seeking feedback on its Draft Air Quality Action Plans (AQAPs) for Shrewsbury and Bridgnorth, which outline the actions the council will take to meet the air quality objectives and reduce the health impacts of air pollution in the two towns. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: The Air Quality Action Plans (AQAPs) […]
Views sought on Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS)
Local Nature Recovery Strategy seeks views from farmers, landowners and the public. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Farmers, landowners, and local communities in Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin are invited to offer their perspectives and share their views on the region’s natural environment to assist in shaping and preserving its features for […]
Community tree scheme returns – council offering 15,000 free trees
Residents and community groups in Shropshire are being encouraged to do their bit to help the natural environment by applying to Shropshire Council’s free tree scheme. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: This year the council is offering 15,000 free tree saplings to residents, schools, landowners, farmers and community groups, as well as charities and […]
Restoring Shropshire’s Verges Project (RSVP)
Guest article from Janet Cobb of RSVP: Supporting the recovery of Shropshire’s wildlife Over the last 60 years 97% of our wildflower meadows have been lost. This loss has had a huge impact on wildlife. There are more threatened species associated with meadows than with any other habitat in the UK. Road verges offer a real […]
‘It’s taken three years to get permission to apply for permission’
inews.co.uk recently published an article titled ‘Onshore wind farms blocked by planning rules favouring fossil fuels. The article featured the local Bishop’s Castle Heat Initiative. Quoted from from the i newspaper Newsroom: Almost three years ago, a group of residents of Bishop’s Castle in Shropshire hatched a plan to transform the town’s energy supply. Research […]
First tenants move into Nuplace’s sustainable Future Homes Standard properties
Telford & Wrekin Council has welcomed the first wave of tenants to its latest properties in Donnington, marking a significant milestone in the completion of Nuplace’s latest housing development. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Wild Walk is a mixed tenure development with a total of 329 new homes which are being bought […]
Telford businesses connect and collaborate at Telford Sustainability Solutions Summit
The Telford Sustainability Solutions Summit, hosted by the Telford Sustainability & Energy Cluster (TSEC) in collaboration with Telford & Wrekin Council, achieved its goal of connecting local businesses with local suppliers in support of their sustainability and net zero journey. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Hosted by Telford College, local businesses and […]
Extra funding boost to Telford and Wrekin businesses to go green
Businesses in Telford and Wrekin and the Marches will receive an additional £2.3 million in funding to support their efforts in reducing carbon emissions and transitioning towards Net Zero. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: This boost in funding, allocated to Telford and Wrekin Council through the pilot Business Energy Advice Service (BEAS), […]
Volunteers team up to create new Arleston wildlife habitat
A team of volunteers have been building a new home for wildlife at an Arleston park as part of a social value project. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The group of employees from Telford-based Lyreco UK have scarified and seeded a new wildflower meadow area at John Broad Avenue Park, Arleston. Once fully-established the […]
Bishop’s Castle Heat and Wind Project gets some wind in it’s sail
Latest update from Light Foot Enterprises: The Bishop’s Castle Wind Turbine-powered Community Heat project has been awarded a substantial grant to carry out further studies. The work will include Ecology and Technical studies, and obtaining ‘expressions of interest’ from the Town’s householders, organisations and businesses – including the Community College and SpArC, who wish to […]
Council-run bus services celebrate 150,000 passengers
Council-run bus services in Telford and Wrekin have seen encouraging growth since they were introduced almost a year ago. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Investment by the council of £1.4m has resulted in journeys increasing by almost 30%, equal to more than 144,000* journeys since December 2022. Seven services with capped fares […]
Telford & Wrekin Council strategy strives for even better air quality
Telford & Wrekin Council has launched a new plan to further improve air quality across the borough at cabinet today. (Thursday, February 15) Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The strategy sets out a new framework for maintaining the existing overall ‘very good’ standards and builds on regular monitoring that already takes place, […]
Rough Park is set to blossom after bulb planting sessions
A Telford local nature reserve is set to blossom after volunteers stepped in to plant over 2,500 native species of woodland bulbs. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Up to 40 helpers took part in the planting at Rough Park, co-ordinated by the council’s Environment Community Liaison Officer Rick Shaw and Treeman Tree Specialist – […]
Reuse pop-up shop back by popular demand
A reuse pop-up sale, where residents will be able to buy household items, good quality furniture, toys and baby items for incredibly low prices, returns next month. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The sale takes place on Tuesday 13 February, from 2.30pm-5pm, at Telford Theatre, Oakengates, and all money made will go […]
Unwanted trees free for rehoming
Unwanted trees will be finding forever homes thanks to an initiative run by Shropshire Council and Shrewsbury Town Council. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: People with ‘unwanted’ trees have been donating them to the Shrewsbury Town Council nursery at Weeping Cross, where they have been tended and cared for under the partnership Trees Outside […]
Big Town Plan Partnership launches Shrewsbury Moves: A 10-year vision for movement and public space in Shrewsbury
An “ambitious and exciting” plan for transforming how people travel in and around Shrewsbury over the next 10 years and beyond has been launched. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: Developed by the Shrewsbury Big Town Plan Partnership, the ‘Shrewsbury Moves’ strategy includes a raft of proposals to reduce through-traffic, improve public space and encourage people to […]
Telford Town Park Strategic Framework launched
A new Strategic Framework for Telford Town Park has been launched and sets out a ten-year vision for the Town Park which recognises the special quality of the site and looks to building upon existing successes and meet new national and local priorities. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Covering 150 hectares Telford […]
Community projects in Telford and Wrekin celebrate share of £500,000
Local community groups, projects and initiatives across Telford and Wrekin received over half a million pounds in support in the last twelve months, thanks to funding awarded by Telford & Wrekin Council Members. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The Telford & Wrekin Councillors’ Pride Fund is allocated annually to each member, to […]
Stunning images on display as Wildlife Photographer of the Year arrives in Shrewsbury
The world-renowned Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition, on loan from the Natural History Museum in London, will open at Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery on Saturday 6 January 2024. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: Wildlife Photographer of the Year is the most prestigious photography event of its kind, providing a global platform that […]
Business sustainability webinars launched to support Telford businesses
Telford & Wrekin Council’s, Invest Telford team has partnered with E4environment, a leading Shropshire-based environmental consultancy firm to run a series of webinars to help businesses navigate the intricacies of carbon reduction, cost-saving and energy efficiency. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The webinars which start on 23 January 2024 and then follow […]
Shropshire Council joins Hydrogen Valley Consortium
Shropshire Council has signed up to be part of the Hydrogen Valley Consortium to improve the nation’s energy security and reduce carbon. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: The Hydrogen Valley is being delivered in collaboration by Cadent and National Gas Transmission who are working together to create a clear roadmap and vision to kickstart […]
Marches LEP awards nearly £340,000 of energy grants in green boost for business
Nearly £340,000 in grants has been awarded across the Marches under a new scheme to improve energy efficiency and drive down carbon emissions. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: Thirty companies and community groups across Shropshire, Herefordshire and Telford & Wrekin have been awarded the funding from the Marches Energy Grant – the first wave […]
Fly-tipper hit with hefty fine after council issues CCTV appeal
A fly-tipper who dumped construction waste at the back of houses, causing a fire risk, has been tracked down and handed a £1,000 fine following a CCTV appeal by Telford & Wrekin Council. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Through Telford and Wrekin Watch – an initiative launched by the council to tackle the scourge […]
Communities offered free trees to grow their own orchards
Community groups across Shropshire are being offered the chance to grow their own King’s Orchards for free after Shropshire Council was granted more than £12,000 from the Coronation Living Heritage Fund. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: Shropshire Council has 200 fruit trees, including apple, pear, plum and damson trees, to be given away in […]
Green Flag Award announced Apley Woods as Best of the Best winner
Telford & Wrekin Council has congratulated The Friends of Apley Woods after they won one of the 10 Best of the Best awards for 2023, in the annual celebration operated by Green Flag Award. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The accolade rewards projects which have made a real difference in some of […]
Telford & Wrekin declares new local nature reserves
Today (28 November) Telford & Wrekin Council has announced the legal declaration of one new and the extension of two Local Nature Reserves (LNRs). Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The decision adds further protections to diverse natural habitats across Telford and Wrekin, supporting biodiversity and increasing residents’ access to wellbeing-boosting natural spaces […]
Investment supports Shropshire Council carbon savings projects
Grant funding has allowed more than £300,000 to be invested in projects reducing Shropshire Council’s carbon footprint and increasing energy efficiency. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: The Sustainable Energy in Public Buildings (SEPuBu) programme, led by Herefordshire Council in partnership with Shropshire Council and Telford and Wrekin Council, and supported by the Marches Local […]
As the temperature drops, get outside and get your heart pumping by being active in the beautiful parks and nature reserves across Telford with Green Spaces Are Go.
Autumn is a stunning time of year to see all the autumnal colours of the trees, so wrap up for the weather and get out there with a choice of activities, walks and events as part of our Green Spaces Are Go campaign. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: There are great health […]
Telford and Wrekin Council reduces carbon emissions by 60% since 2019
Telford & Wrekin Council today revealed that it is another step closer in its journey towards net zero carbon emissions by announcing that it has now reduced its carbon emissions by 60% since 2019. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: In 2019 Telford and Wrekin Council declared a climate emergency and set out […]
Telford and Wrekin residents are invited to get out in nature and exercise in a green space with a choice of two local walks later this month, organised by The Friends of the T50 50 mile trail
The walks are being held as part of Telford & Wrekin Council’s “Green Spaces Are Go” campaign, to encourage us all to embrace the outdoors and step into the borough’s newly invigorated green spaces. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Throughout the year, a series of captivating activity-themed events and improvements are taking […]
Court will not hear New Works Solar Farm appeal
The High Court will not hear an appeal against New Works Solar Farm after it was granted planning permission by a government minister earlier this year. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Telford & Wrekin Council mounted a legal challenge against the farm and neighbouring Steeraway Solar Farm, which together, will cover 230 […]
Community fund deadline looms
Community groups and schools across Telford and Wrekin still have time to apply for a grant of up to £1,000 but will have to hurry. The closing date for applying for an EnviroGrant is the end of the month. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Grants are for projects that improve or protect […]
Have your say on recycling and waste services in Telford and Wrekin
Residents are being asked to give their views on the borough’s kerbside collection and Household Recycling Centre services. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Telford & Wrekin Council’s recycling and waste partner, Veolia, conducts a customer satisfaction survey every three years to gain feedback on the recycling and waste services offered to residents. The […]
Reuse Pop-Up Shop coming to Telford
There’s a chance to pick up good quality furniture, household items and toys at rock bottom prices by heading to a Reuse Pop-Up Shop coming to Telford next month. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: There will be large items such as coffee tables, bookcases and dining chairs on sale as well as […]
Telford ‘off gas’ households can benefit from Home Upgrade Grant
Households in Telford and Wrekin which don’t use gas to heat their home could be eligible for government funding to make their properties more energy efficient. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The Home Upgrade Grant (HUG2) offers a range of fully-funded energy efficiency measures including loft insulation, wall insulation, low carbon heating, double glazing […]
Habitat restoration work getting underway at Muxton Marsh
Conservation work to restore a nationally important wildlife habitat in Telford and Wrekin is due to start this week. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Muxton Marsh is a Site of Special Scientific Interest covering about 73,000 square metres and lying within Granville Local Nature Reserve. It was given protected status in 1987 […]
Shropshire teachers to get chance to deliver cycle training
Shropshire teachers will soon be able to help their pupils learn to ride a bike, after Shropshire Council was chosen to take part in the third phase of the Bikeability Trust’s In-School Cycle Training Pilot. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: The pilot will launch in September [2023] and will give teachers and teaching assistants […]
Council submits legal challenge against Steeraway Solar Farm
Telford & Wrekin Council will legally challenge the government’s decision to allow Steeraway Solar Farm to go ahead. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The council believes there are arguable legal grounds to challenge the government’s decision because the Planning Inspector who considered the case did not properly apply planning policies. Councillor Shaun […]
Be healthier and save money by joining Telford and Wrekin’s active commuting scheme
Telford & Wrekin Council are asking commuters to try active commuting to help them save money, be healthier and combat climate change. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The council are looking for people to participate in its “Active SMiles” project, which incentivises commuters to ditch their cars and walk, cycle or wheel […]
Council marks Clean Air Day by switching more fleet vehicles to electric
Telford & Wrekin Council has marked Clean Air Day today (15 June) by announcing that it has added a further eight electric vehicles to its fleet. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The announcement comes just days after the news that Telford has been ranked in second place out of England’s 55 largest […]
Council invests in Wellington green space
Telford and Wrekin Council is about to begin work to enhance a community green space in Wellington. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Murphy Field, which is protected from future development under the council’s ‘Green Guarantee’ site status, will receive investment to further enhance the popular site for recreational use by the local […]
‘Buzzing’ summer ahead for residents
Residents are in for a ‘buzzing’ summer, as Telford and Wrekin Council, teams up with Shropshire Wildlife Trust to offer free activity sessions during the summer. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Some 15 sites will see sessions from 11-2.30, hosted by the trust and will include activities like bug hunting, den building, […]
Residents to be asked for views on Shropshire Council’s highways and transport services
Shropshire residents are to be asked for their views on Shropshire Council’s highways and transport services – from the condition of roads and footpaths to the quality of cycling facilities – in this year’s annual National Highways and Transport (NHT) Public Satisfaction survey. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: A questionnaire will be sent to […]
Large rooftop solar installation in Tenbury Wells
Is this the UK’s most sustainable and ethical large-scale rooftop solar installation? Latest update from Big Solar Co-op on the Shropshire Council online Newsroom: Pioneering UK-wide community energy business the Big Solar Co-op is kicking off its first large rooftop solar installation using sustainable and more ethical high-tech solar panels made by Swiss company Meyer […]
Go-ahead for £1.7m schemes aiming to reduce River Severn flooding
Two projects that aim to provide nature-based solutions to reducing flooding on the River Severn are to go ahead after gaining the approval of Shropshire Council’s Cabinet today, 7 June 2023. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: The two projects are part of a wider programme of testing and learning planned for the upper part […]
Small businesses identify carbon outputs with help of Cool Shropshire & Telford
Small businesses across Shropshire have identified 15 tonnes of carbon output in a year, after signing up to a partnership project funded by Shropshire Council. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: Cool Shropshire & Telford is a £20,000 initiative to aid small businesses in making the move towards improving sustainability. The council’s climate team partnered […]
Opportunity to have a say in what happens in Shropshire’s Great Outdoors
People are being asked to get involved and have a say on what matters to them in Shropshire’s Great Outdoors annual survey. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: The Annual Outdoor Recreation User Survey, led by Shropshire Council’s outdoor partnership service, includes questions about the outdoor facilities and activities residents and visitors make use of, […]
Shropshire Council reports drop in carbon emissions
Shropshire Council has seen a further decrease in its gross carbon emissions in the last year, according to a performance report due before Cabinet next week (Wednesday 7 June 2023). Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: The Corporate Carbon Performance Monitoring Report 2022 cautions the past three years of carbon monitoring have been influenced significantly by the pandemic, […]
Worm farm owner turns to council-funded project for sustainability advice
A Shropshire worm farmer has sought expert advice from a council-run project on how to make his eco-friendly business more sustainable. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: Luke Boxall, who runs the vermiculture business Soil Nurture in Neenton has taken advice from Cool Shropshire & Telford, a £20,000 project which sees Shropshire Council and Telford […]
Biodiversity supported with launch of Wild Gloucestershire
Gloucestershire County Council have launched their Wild Gloucestershire campaign that aims to support local biodiversity across Gloucestershire. Latest update from Gloucestershire Council Newsroom: We are excited to announce the launch of our Wild Gloucestershire campaign which aims to support local biodiversity all across Gloucestershire. Over the next two months we will be sharing all kinds […]
Shropshire Council awarded over £600,000 of active travel funding
Shropshire Council has been awarded more than £600,000 from the Government’s active travel fund following a successful application for funding. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: Shropshire Council has been awarded more than £600,000 from the Government’s active travel fund following a successful application for funding. Active Travel England has awarded the council a total […]
Solar farm powers community grants of nearly £100,000
Shropshire community projects have benefitted from nearly £100,000 of funding thanks to grants generated by a county solar farm. Latest update from Shropshire and Telford Community Energy through the Shropshire Council Newsroom: The Twemlows Solar Farm on the edge of Whitchurch – which has a 10MW capacity and can power up to 3,300 homes – […]
Get involved in Walk to School Week 2023
Warwickshire’s parents and carers and their children are encouraged to take part in walk to school week between 15 and 19 May. Latest update from Warwickshire Council Newsroom: Walk to School Week is a national initiative organized by Living Streets, which encourages families to walk to school instead of using a car or other vehicle. […]
Massive boost to tree planting in Gloucestershire
The tree planting season has come to an end and the county council is proud to announce that 130,006 trees have been planted this season. Latest update from Gloucestershire Council Newsroom: It is another step closer to the county council’s ambition to plant one million trees by 2030, bringing the current total up to 220,396. […]
Supporting communities to adapt to the impacts of climate change in Warwickshire
It’s great news for Warwickshire residents as Warwickshire County Council announces its new climate change adaptation action plan. Latest update from Warwickshire Council Newsroom: Flooding, extreme heat, wildfires, drought and famine. The impacts of human-driven climate change are now impossible to ignore, with incidences of extreme natural phenomena increasing each year along with how widely […]
Residents urged not to cut their grass in May to help wildlife
People in Staffordshire are being urged not to cut their grass in May and to join Plantlife’s annual No Mow May campaign. Latest update from Staffordshire Council Newsroom: The campaign aims to help support wildlife, creating a haven for them while improving biodiversity. By letting long grass and wildflowers grow naturally, lawns become healthier, and […]
Find out more about planned cycle path in Cheltenham
Public drop-in events are being held next week for people to find out more about a planned new cycle route between the Prince of Wales Stadium and the Racecourse Roundabout in Cheltenham. Latest update from Gloucestershire Council Newsroom: The route forms part of the proposed walking and cycling improvements on the A435 between Cheltenham and […]
Training demonstrates commitment to Shropshire Council’s climate pledge
Shropshire Council is demonstrating its commitment to the climate strategy by continuing to target carbon literacy training at key staff and senior managers. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: The ongoing commitment supports the council’s existing, active programme of carbon literacy training, delivered by Save Our Shropshire, and which resulted in Shropshire Council being formally […]
Libraries go green for May
Visitors to Staffordshire’s libraries during May are getting the chance to take part in fun activities to help promote the importance of caring for the environment. Latest update from Staffordshire Council Newsroom: The month-long #GreenLibraries campaign includes a programme of online and in-person events, including the Green Living Fair at Burton Library and an upcycle […]
Gloucestershire Recycles campaign encourages residents to get composting
Gloucestershire Recycles are supporting International Compost Awareness Week with their latest campaign – Get Gloucestershire Composting. Latest update from Gloucestershire Council Newsroom: The new campaign will encourage residents across the county to compost at home. Making and using compost is easy and can save money in the garden while also helping the environment and boosting […]
Community Green Grant to create wildlife haven in Walsall’s Reedswood Park
A neglected area of Reedswood Park in Walsall will be transformed into a thriving haven for amphibians and other wildlife thanks to a £70,000 Community Green Grant from the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA). Latest update from West Midlands Combined Authority Newsroom: The WMCA grant to the Froglife Trust, a national charity working to conserve the UK’s […]
Cycling and walking plan roadshow to visit seven Shropshire towns this week
A series of roadshow events will take place across Shropshire this week, to enable people to find out more about proposals for new and improved cycling and walking routes in seven of the county’s market towns. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: Shropshire Council’s draft cycling and walking plan is out to consultation until 16 […]
Council to challenge ‘irrational’ solar farm decision in High Court
Telford & Wrekin Council will challenge the government’s decision to allow New Works Lane solar farm to go ahead in the High Court. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The council’s planning committee refused planning permission for the 99-acre solar farm between Arleston and Lawley and the government’s local planning inspector agreed with […]
Nature projects in Dudley and Sandwell awarded Community Green Grants
Over £400,000 has been handed to 16 projects that are improving residents access to nature since the West Midlands Combined Authority launched its Community Green Grants scheme last year. Latest update from West Midlands Combined Authority Newsroom: In the latest round of successful applications, three community-led projects in Dudley and Sandwell have shared £70,000. Community […]
Beryl chosen to deliver new West Midlands e-scooter scheme
Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) has appointed leading UK shared transport operator Beryl to deliver the region’s brand new e-scooter hire scheme. Latest update from West Midlands Combined Authority Newsroom: The first phase of the scheme will see e-scooters hit the streets of Birmingham in June, with further phases to be rolled out during the […]
Get up with the larks to enjoy a guided dawn chorus walk
Guides are ready to tune in to nature and lead a dawn chorus walk at Severn Valley Country Park (SVCP) near Alveley. To celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day, Shropshire Council’s park ranger Guy Border will share his expertise and identify different bird calls on the walk, which starts at the visitor centre at SVCP on […]
Helpful new guidance on solar farms development for town councils and parish councils
A new guidance document to help Shropshire’s town councils and parish councils begin early engagement with potential solar farm developers has been issued. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: Shropshire Council and Shropshire Association of Local Councils (SALC), which represents town councils and parish councils, have jointly prepared new guidance to encourage interested parties to […]
Warwickshire’s Food Strategy set to boost affordability and sustainability
Warwickshire County Council Cabinet has approved its ambitious approach to transforming the county’s food system and improving the health and wellbeing of its residents. Latest update from Warwickshire Council Newsroom: Taking action on food poverty and making good quality, healthy and affordable food available for all is at the heart of this new strategy. To […]
Make a stand for biodiversity: Take part in No Mow May 2023
Warwickshire gardeners are being asked to put away their mowers as part of No Mow May 2023. Latest update from Warwickshire Council Newsroom: Warwickshire gardeners are being encouraged by Warwickshire County Council to take part in the national No Mow May campaign, simply by putting away their mowers for the entire month. The initiative, which […]
News from our partners: Free event to help Shropshire businesses become more sustainable
News from our partners Business Net Zero Businesses from across Shropshire are being invited to a free event which will help them understand better what actions they can take to become more sustainable. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: Business Net Zero (BNZ) has teamed up with the Marches Growth Hub Shropshire to stage a […]
A442 clean up complete
Telford & Wrekin Council have completed the annual spring clean on the A442 Eastern Primary after the Easter break, picking up just over 17 tonnes of discarded litter. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The litter collected, weighs the equivalent of nearly three African elephants and included: a large roll of rubber matting, […]
Technology giant Ricoh hosts renewable energy sessions at Telford schools
Ricoh UK gave pupils at three Telford and Wrekin schools a fascinating insight into renewable energy over four sessions. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Students at Hadley Learning Community School, Telford Park School and Ercall Wood Academy attended the workshops which were delivered as part of Ricoh’s social value commitment to make […]
‘Slow Mow May’ will balance grass cutting operations in the borough
The Council has announced it will support this year’s No Mow May campaign. After listening to feedback, following supporting the campaign last year, the Council will ensure there is a balanced approach, as not everyone agreed with leaving the grass uncut. Latest update from Cheshire West and Chester Council Newsroom: National charity, Plantlife, launched the […]
700 more streetlights to be converted to LED lighting this month
More than 700 Shropshire Council streetlights are set to be converted to LED lighting in April [2023] Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: Since 2013, over 7,900 of the more than 20,000 lights owned by the council have been converted from conventional ‘sodium discharge’ or mercury lighting to LED lighting. By the end of the […]
Longer summer opening makes recycling easier at your friendly local recycling centre
Warwickshire County Council is reminding residents that recycling will become even easier with extended summer opening times now in operation. Latest update from Warwickshire Council Newsroom: Offering greater flexibility with a late-night opening on Wednesdays until 6:15 pm (excluding Stockton, Shipston and Wellesbourne). All recycling centres (excluding Shipston) are open until 5:45 pm over the […]
New Sustainable Warwickshire Podcast Explores Strategies for Increasing Cycling and Reducing Carbon Emissions
Find out more about the latest episode of the Sustainable Warwickshire Podcast. Latest update from Warwickshire Council Newsroom: The latest episode of the Sustainable Warwickshire podcast tackles the subject of transport, which at 44%, is the biggest cause of carbon emissions in our County. Reducing this is critical if we are to reach our net zero emissions by […]
Plans for electric vehicle charging points accelerating
Plans by Gloucestershire County Council to install 1,000 electric vehicle charging points over the next three years are progressing. Latest update from Gloucestershire Council Newsroom: About 30 locations across the county have been proposed for the first phase of the roll-out and letters have been sent to residents who live close to the sites requesting […]
Two weeks to go to apply for green spaces grant
Not-for-profit organisations in Telford and Wrekin have two weeks left to apply for grants to encourage activity in the borough’s green spaces. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: A pot of around £50,000 is up for grabs from Telford & Wrekin Council’s Green Spaces Are Go Grant Fund. The council has created the fund […]
Help the environment with a greener Coronation for King Charles
A campaign has been launched to encourage people to enjoy a ‘greener Coronation’ for King Charles in May. Latest update from Gloucestershire Council Newsroom: The nation will come together on Saturday 6 May to celebrate the crowning of King Charles III at Westminster Abbey, with street parties and other celebrations. The Gloucestershire Resources and Waste […]
Funding to help deliver future electric vehicle charging network welcomed
Funding worth more than £5 million to help deliver a plan for the county’s future electric vehicle charging network has been welcomed by the county council. Latest update from Staffordshire Council Newsroom: Simon Tagg, Cabinet Member for environment, infrastructure and climate change at Staffordshire County Council explained that the offer of funding was welcome and […]
Councils climate change work gains recognition as a finalist in the MJ awards
Staffordshire County Council has been named as a finalist in the prestigious MJ Awards for its innovative approach to delivering sustainability. Latest update from Staffordshire Council Newsroom: The council has been shortlisted in the ‘Innovation in Delivering Sustainability and Social Value’ category, which recognizes organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to delivering positive social and […]
Shropshire business people certified as Carbon Literate
The Marches Growth Hub Shropshire is pleased to share 19 Shropshire businesses are now certified as Carbon Literate. This announcement follows a training event held on 9 November 2022 where attendees learnt about carbon literacy, and have since been assessed and certified as Carbon Literate. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: The programme, led by […]
People urged to have their say about proposed new walking and cycling routes
People will soon be able to share their thoughts about an ambitious proposed network of new and upgraded walking and cycling routes across Shropshire – including new cycle lanes, footpaths, crossings and bridges. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: A six-week consultation into Shropshire’s draft first Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) will start […]
Thank you for helping to make our county cleaner and greener
Volunteers across Herefordshire are coming together to clean up their local communities this spring, Latest update from Herefordshire Council Newsroom: Across Herefordshire, purple bags are appearing by the roadside as hundreds of like-minded individuals join forces to help keep their community clear of litter Litter-picking is simple and anyone can do it to make an […]
Council continues energy saving drive
Cheshire East Council is continuing its drive towards achieving its carbon neutral target by 2025 with further improvements at one of its main buildings in Crewe. Latest update from Cheshire East Council: Major improvement works will take place this year at Delamere House, which will make significant energy savings. The works will include the replacement […]
Winners named at first West Midlands Natural Environment Awards
A sensory garden for veterans and an inner-city wildlife and wellbeing haven are among the winners of the first West Midlands Natural Environment Awards. Latest update from West Midlands Combined Authority Newsroom: Set up by the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA), the awards showcase and celebrate the community organisations, educational institutions, public sector bodies and […]
Two areas of Gloucestershire set to benefit from new walking and cycling facilities
New walking and cycling facilities are set to be built in two areas of Gloucestershire as part of the 26-mile cycle spine. Latest update from Gloucestershire Council Newsroom: At a meeting on Wednesday 29 March, Gloucestershire County Council’s Cabinet will be asked to approve a procurement exercise for the construction of two new routes in […]
Multi-agency fly-tipping operation continues to get results
Cheshire West and Chester Council has once more joined forces with Cheshire Constabulary’s Rural Crime team to carry out intensive enforcement across the borough to tackle fly-tipping and waste transfer offences as part of the on-going Operation Flycatcher. Latest update from Cheshire West and Chester Council Newsroom: Enforcement officers examined reported fly-tips across the borough, […]
Shrewsbury Movement Strategy programme making good progress
News from Shrewsbury Big Town Plan Partnership Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: A study looking into how people could travel in and around Shrewsbury in the future is due to go out to public consultation later this year. The Shrewsbury movement and public realm strategy has involved extensive consultation over the past year with […]
New recycling wheelie bins delivered to over 100,000 homes across Shropshire
More than 103,000 wheelie bins for recycling cans, glass and plastic have been delivered to homes across the Shropshire Council area in less than a year. Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: The purple-lidded bins are available on request, with orders opening in January 2022 and deliveries beginning in May 2022. As of 17 March […]
Fully-funded retrofit plans for a warmer home, that’s kinder to the planet
News from Shropshire County Council’s partners Marches Energy Agency Latest update from Shropshire Council Newsroom: People across Shropshire are recognising the importance of making their homes as energy efficient as possible, but knowing where to start can be a challenge. That’s where a retrofit plan comes in. Retrofitting means adding or changing things in your […]
New green space declarations for Telford and Wrekin
This week Telford & Wrekin Council has announced the legal declaration of four new Local Nature Reserves (LNRs). Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The Cockshutt LNR, Rough Park LNR, Randlay Valley LNR and Lightmoor LNR join 13 other declared sites across the borough, meaning Telford and Wrekin now has a total of […]
Community cycling project coming soon in Ketley Bank, Oakengates and St Georges
A project that will encourage people to cycle more by helping to teach people how to ride and fix bikes, provide courses in schools, and skill up volunteer “Ride Leaders,” is due to start in April. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Known as ‘KOG’, the Ketley Bank, Oakengates, and St Georges Community […]
Councillors to consider creating new nature reserve
Shropshire Council’s Cabinet is being asked to support a plan to make Much Wenlock’s Windmill Hill a Local Nature Reserve (LNR). Much Wenlock Town Council has asked for the land to be designated a LNR so that it can attract funds and open up the countryside even more to the public. Latest update from Shropshire […]
Innovative moss filters to help clean City air, naturally
Following the introduction of the first moss filter in Hereford in the summer, two further moss filters are now being installed in the City. Latest update from Herefordshire Council Newsroom: Air pollution causes heart and lung disease and results in between 28,000 and 36,000 deaths every year in the UK (Gov.uk). Clean air is essential […]
Business Retreat Boutique ready to reduce costs after receiving eco grant boost
An eco grant will help an Oakengates business cafe cut down on its water usage and install more energy efficient appliances. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: Business Retreat Boutique on Market Street is using the Pride in Our High Street funding to buy a series of items to save money during the […]
Local people are encouraged to join local litter picks in Telford & Wrekin
Telford & Wrekin Council is proud to announce its participation in Keep Britain Tidy’s annual Great British Spring Clean and are calling on others to lend a hand too. Latest update from Telford and Wrekin Council Newsroom: The campaign, which runs from 17 March to 2 April, encourages communities to come together and keep their […]