Last weekend I attended a charity event for Worcestershire’s Children First fostering service. It was an event organised by Kyle Daisley, Chairman of Worcestershire County Council. I’ve attended many charity events during my Mayoral year. Every event is a chance to learn something new. We heard about how foster parents help and support the most […]
Dear Editor We are writing in support of national charity Living Streets’ call to see 60% of children walking to school by 2029. Fewer than half of primary school aged children walk to school in England, this is a drop from 70% a generation ago. When we design streets for children, we create places that […]
WORCESTER cricket fans are reeling after it was revealed County Cricket may soon be played away from the city’s iconic New Road due to ‘unprecedented’ flooding and concerns over the long-term future of its famous tenants. Chiefs at Worcestershire County Cricket Club have revealed it is exploring every option, including a move away from New […]
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Green councillors Hannah Cooper and Karen Lewing have been visiting homes in the Arboretum where private tenants have damp or mould but are very worried about complaining. Hannah says, ‘In February, I raised my concern for extensive black mould in the communal staircase of a residential building in the Arboretum managed by a private landlord. […]
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Local families in Lansdowne Park have been rejoicing as a beloved seesaw has been brought back to life after years of being out of action. Previously surrounded by Heras fencing, the metal seesaw has been repaired and is now ready for playful adventures. This successful outcome is thanks to the dedicated efforts of Arboretum Ward […]
Read More… from Lansdowne Park Seesaw Swings Back into Action Thanks to Local Councillors!
The Green party has said it is confident that its candidates will hold a record number of seats after next month’s local elections in England, but also opened up the possibility of cooperating with other parties during the general election and with Labour if it wins power in Westminster. Launching its local election campaign in […]
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To celebrate World Autism Acceptance Week, we asked Cllr Neil Laurenson to share his thoughts on his own autistic experience and his hopes for the future. What does World Autism Acceptance Week mean to you personally, and why do you think it’s important to highlight the diversity of autistic experiences?My opinion about World Autism Acceptance Week […]
My time as Mayor is rapidly coming to an end. I’ve met with dozens of community groups and attended several major events in Worcester which simply could not function without the support of volunteers. People who volunteer tell me that they do it because they want to make a difference. However, what has also really […]
Read More… from Mayor’s blog: Volunteering can be so rewarding
It was a pleasure to be invited to the TOP Networking Worcester City group meeting at Kingsway House on Forgate Street on Friday 22nd March. The energy in the room was palpable! Nearly 40 local businesses, representing a wonderful cross-section of Worcester’s economy, filled the room. I heard from an accountant, a photographer, an estate agent, a […]
During my year as Mayor I have met so many interesting organisations and this week was no exception when I came across Worcester Language Exchange. Frances Burton, who set it up, told me: “It was an accident really. That’s the truth to how Worcester Language Exchange began.” Fran had moved to Worcester from Lincoln and […]
