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Dr Melanie Thompson from Woodside Medical Practice and Simon Fogell, Chief Executive Officer at Healthwatch Telford and Wrekin who we are partnering with to run the GP access survey.
If you've not already done so, there's still time to fill out a survey telling us about your experience of getting a doctor's appointment. More than 5,000 people already have.
It can be filled in online or a paper copy can be requested by calling 01952 739540. You have until Wednesday 13 December 2023 to share your experience.
A fly-tipper caught dumping household rubbish in Donnington has paid the £1,000 fine now in force showing we are determined to make people pay for breaking the law.
We take all acts of environmental crime extremely seriously, no matter how big or small, and this is a warning to those who think it is acceptable to blight our borough.
Today we’ve launched the Leader and Cabinet Members’ Young Person Grant for an eighth year.
With up to £500 available, if you're aged 15-25 you could join more than 500 other young people whose lives have been changed by the grant.
The Telford and Wrekin draft Local Plan consultation has been extended until Wednesday 31 January 2024, following feedback.
It means residents have more time to comment on the plan which sets out what development could happen and where across our borough.
Councillor Ollie Vickers, Councillor Carolyn Healy, Alan Preece, Ecology and Green Infrastructure Specialist and Councillor Fiona Doran at Central Hall Local Nature Reserve in Donnington.
We've declared another Local Nature Reserve (LNR) at Central Hall in Donnington while Dothill & Shawbirch (formerly Dothill LNR) and Granville have been extended.
These declarations bring the number of LNRs to 18 covering an area of more than 590 hectares of protected green space with a further five sites in the pipeline.
Six former councillors, who between them have given 153 years’ service to residents, have been awarded the title of Honorary Aldermen of the Borough.
It's the highest award a council can give in recognition of their dedication.
Mercy and Richard Smartt, owners of The Book-Ends in Wellington, are all smiles as they receive a trophy and certificate from Councillor Lee Carter.
Businesses across Telford and Wrekin have been recognised for the positive impact they have had on their high street ahead of Small Business Saturday tomorrow (2 December).
More than 20 High Street Heroes have been announced in our six towns– nominated by shoppers who feel they make a valuable contribution to the community.
Debating is an essential life skill that helps children develop their confidence and that’s why it’s one of the activities we encourage children to try by their tenth birthday.
St George’s Primary School organised an event inviting other schools to take part and pupils challenged each other to argue their point of view while having lots of fun.
Congratulations to The Friends of Apley Woods for winning a top award after being nominated by the council in the Best of the Best run by Green Flag Award.
The Friends scooped Volunteer Team of the Year for its work protecting Apley Woods Local Nature Reserve, a well-used green space for residents and an important habitat for wildlife.
Councillor Kelly Middleton with students, who are encouraged to join our Young Person's Year of Wellbeing campaign.
We are running a Young Person’s Year of Wellbeing campaign and along with the Young People’s Forum have launched a survey.
Those aged 11-17, and living in Telford and Wrekin, are being asked for their views on a range of issues that can affect how they feel mentally and emotionally.
The Chelsea and Maxell Gardens in Telford Town Park are dazzling.
Christmas on ice. Starting tonight (1 December) with a disco and fancy dress at Telford Ice Rink. See programme of events.
Treasure Island pantomime. Opening night is Friday December 8 until 6 January 2024. Book tickets for this swashbuckling adventure.
Festive Gardens. 15-20 December. Telford Town Park. A spectacular light and sound display. More details and book tickets.
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