Council and democracy press releases

Council appoints Director of Children and Family Services

Published on Thursday 10th May 2012

Telford & Wrekin Council has appointed Laura Johnston as its Director of Children and Family Services as another key part of an ongoing senior management review – which has saved £2.1m a year.

Employee Commission sets top five areas of focus for the council

Published on Thursday 22nd March 2012

As part of Telford & Wrekin Council's commitment to becoming a Co-operative Council, an Employee Commission has been set up.

More opportunities for local firms, voluntary groups says Commission

Published on Friday 16th March 2012

Local firms and voluntary groups should be given more opportunities to bid for work at Telford & Wrekin Council, a report from the Council’s independent Co-operative Commission says.

Council launches Publication Scheme

Published on Wednesday 14th March 2012

Telford & Wrekin Council has launched an updated online service to make it easier for its residents and the wider public to access information which is freely available.

Council advertises Director of Children and Family Services post

Published on Monday 5th March 2012

Telford & Wrekin Council is advertising for a permanent Director of Children and Family Services following the completion of a senior management restructure.

Government cuts lead to reduced services and increased council tax

Published on Thursday 1st March 2012

Telford & Wrekin Council tonight approved its budget for 2012/13 which will see around £9m in cuts to services and raise council tax by 2.5 per cent, an amount significantly below inflation.

Youth Parliament representatives elected

Published on Tuesday 21st February 2012

More than 5,000 young people across Telford and Wrekin have gone to the polls to elect their new representatives for the UK Youth Parliament.

2.5 per cent increase in council tax, changes to budget proposals following consultation

Published on Wednesday 15th February 2012

Telford & Wrekin Council proposes to raise council tax next year by 2.5 per cent, equivalent to 41p per week for the average home in the borough.

Record response to toughest ever budget proposals

Published on Tuesday 14th February 2012

A record number of views from the public have been received on Telford & Wrekin Council's budget proposals.

Senior management restructure produces further savings

Published on Tuesday 7th February 2012

A review of Telford & Wrekin Council's senior management has now completed which will save the Council a further £406,000 a year.

Council launches MOD Logistics plan for Donnington

Published on Wednesday 1st February 2012

Telford & Wrekin Council is working with MOD Donnington to develop a strong business case for a Ministry of Defence Logistics Centre of Excellence to be located in the borough.

Council's first Managing Director confirmed

Published on Friday 20th January 2012

Telford & Wrekin Council has confirmed the appointment of Richard Partington as its first Managing Director following a vote last night by councillors.

Council lays down Co-operative Council achievements and plans

Published on Wednesday 18th January 2012

Telford & Wrekin Council has set out its main achievements and plans going forward as part of its drive to become a Co-operative Council.

Young people bidding to win UKYP election

Published on Monday 9th January 2012

Five young people are in the running to be elected as the United Kingdom Youth Parliament (UKYP) member and deputy to represent Telford and Wrekin for the year 2012/13.

Two events to mark Holocaust Memorial Day

Published on Wednesday 4th January 2012

Telford & Wrekin Council is holding two events later this month to mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2012.

All welcome at interactive budget consultation event

Published on Wednesday 4th January 2012

An important event in Telford & Wrekin Council’s budget consultation proposals takes place in just under two weeks as the Council seeks to bridge a funding gap totalling around £40 million by 2014.

Suggestion Box responses

Published on Tuesday 3rd January 2012

Suggestion Box was launched at the end of 2011 to give local people an easy way of submitting ideas to the Council. Ideas about how you think we could save money and be more efficient.

Postal voters required to give new signatures

Published on Friday 30th December 2011

In the first week of January, postal voters across Telford and Wrekin are being contacted to provide the Electoral Registration Officer with a new specimen signature.

Attendance shows community support for Forum

Published on Wednesday 21st December 2011

Around 50 residents, representatives from local groups and other interested people attended the launch of the Community Forum on Thursday (15 DEC).

Views to be sought on savings and options for Council tax

Published on Wednesday 14th December 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council has today outlined how it plans to make £20 million of savings next year as it seeks to find a total of £40 million of savings by 2014.

Managing Director chosen

Published on Tuesday 13th December 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council has chosen Richard Partington to be its first ever managing director.

30 November national industrial action update

Published on Wednesday 30th November 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council's leader has paid tribute the approach taken in the borough during today's national stike.

Keeping you informed of services affected by industrial action

Published on Friday 25th November 2011

On Wednesday 30 November, there is a national day of industrial action across the public sector.

New management structure proposes further savings

Published on Tuesday 8th November 2011

Proposals for a review of senior management at Telford & Wrekin Council published today would see total savings from cutting senior manager posts hit £2.1 million a year.

New Telford and Wrekin & Bridgnorth constituencies proposed

Published on Thursday 3rd November 2011

The national review of parliamentary constituencies should scrap its ideas and instead create two constituencies covering the Telford urban area and the surrounding Wrekin area and key market towns.

Hotline trial proves a huge success

Published on Thursday 3rd November 2011

A trial implemented by Telford & Wrekin Council's Customer Quality Team has proved so successful that recommendations are going to Cabinet to mainstream the service permanently.

Council's 100 day budget's widespread support

Published on Thursday 3rd November 2011

Proposals to revise Telford & Wrekin Council's budget and make major changes to the Council's building programme have received widespread support from the public.

Council budget on track despite intense pressures

Published on Thursday 13th October 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council remains on track to be within budget this year despite having to close a savings gap of £20 million.

Postal votes issued for Parish Council by-election

Published on Monday 10th October 2011

Postal ballot papers have now been issued to postal voters in Little Wenlock where the parish goes to the polls next Thursday (October 20).

Little Wenlock to have Parish Council election

Published on Wednesday 28th September 2011

Little Wenlock has a parish council election for a seat on the council on Thursday 20 October 2011.

Have you completed your voter registration form?

Published on Friday 23rd September 2011

Voter registration forms have been dropping through letterboxes across Telford and Wrekin since the end of August. Completing the form ensures people are eligible to vote in future elections.

Eight days left to give feedback on revised budget

Published on Thursday 22nd September 2011

Residents in Telford and Wrekin have eight days left to give their views and ideas about the borough and also feedback on proposed changes to this year’s budget

Mayor raising money for Diabetes UK

Published on Monday 19th September 2011

Councillor Malcolm Smith, the mayor of the Borough of Telford & Wrekin, launched his annual charity appeal on Monday (12 SEP).

Change in Cabinet responsibilities

Published on Thursday 15th September 2011

There has been a minor change in Cabinet responsibilities at Telford & Wrekin Council.

Inflation and service pressures make budget challenge tougher

Published on Wednesday 14th September 2011

The budget shortfall facing Telford & Wrekin Council over the next three years is growing ever more tough due to cuts in Government grant and the pressure of inflation and demands on services.

Consultation on polling districts review starts

Published on Monday 12th September 2011

A consultation on a review of polling districts and polling places in Telford and Wrekin started today (MON) as part of a statutory requirement under the Representation of the People Act 1983.

Council hails "fantastic effort" in Wellington

Published on Monday 15th August 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council has hailed a “fantastic effort” by the community of Wellington and the Council’s partners including West Mercia Police during the assemblies and demonstrations that took place today.

Council statement on march

Published on Friday 5th August 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council is disappointed that the EDL march will be going ahead in Telford on August 13.

Interim Chief Executive announcement

Published on Thursday 28th July 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council is pleased to announce that Richard Partington has been recommended by Personnel Board to become the authority’s Interim Chief Executive.

Budget Calculator gives residents chance to hold council purse strings

Published on Tuesday 26th July 2011

Telford and Wrekin residents are being given the chance to hold the borough's purse strings and decide which services the council should spend money on.

Your Views Matter - have your say on Council services

Published on Tuesday 12th July 2011

Would you like the chance to be able to talk to your Council more often and give us your views on services and policies which affect you?

Recruitment of interim chief executive

Published on Thursday 7th July 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council has begun the appointment process for an interim Chief Executive.

"Constructive" Pickles meeting paves way for closer government ties

Published on Wednesday 6th July 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council's leaders hope to use an "extremely constructive" meeting with Eric Pickles as a springboard for a closer relationship with Central Government.

Put Your Ideas Into The Suggestion Box

Published on Wednesday 6th July 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council is inviting people to come forward with their ideas for new ways to deliver services differently to help the Council save money or increase income.

Council delegation to meet Eric Pickles tomorrow

Published on Monday 4th July 2011

A delegation from Telford & Wrekin Council will join Telford MP David Wright at a meeting with Eric Pickles tomorrow (TUE JUL 5).

Cabinet review of senior management

Published on Friday 1st July 2011

As part of the Council's ongoing restructuring and becoming a Co-operative Council, a review of the senior management team will take place to align this more closely to a Co-Operative Council model.

Decorated police officer recognised by council leader

Published on Friday 24th June 2011

A dedicated local police officer last night (THU) became the first pillar of the community to be recognised by Telford & Wrekin Council’s new leader at the borough’s regular full council meeting.

Councillors allowances published

Published on Friday 24th June 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council has published how much each of its 54 councillors received in allowances and expenses in the last financial year.

New Mayor and Deputy Mayor Appointed

Published on Wednesday 22nd June 2011

A new Mayor for Telford and Wrekin, Cllr Malcolm Smith, has been appointed to represent the borough for 2011/12.

First steps in new budget

Published on Monday 13th June 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council will undertake widespread consultation on a range of budget proposals as part of its preparation for spending choices in the next two years.

Councillor to speak at House of Lords

Published on Monday 6th June 2011

A newly elected Telford & Wrekin Council member has been invited to speak at a high profile meeting in the House of Lords.

George Whyle made honorary freeman of Telford and Wrekin

Published on Friday 27th May 2011

A Donnington resident who gave 55 years of public service as a councillor has been made an honorary freeman of the borough at Telford & Wrekin Council's annual meeting.

Council elects new leader and cabinet appointed

Published on Friday 27th May 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council has formally elected a new Council leader, while a new deputy leader and seven strong cabinet have been appointed.

£££s for Projects - Edgmond Tree Project

Published on Wednesday 23rd March 2011

Telford & Wrekin Council is proud to share details of another successful £££s for Projects scheme.

Youth Parliament representatives elected

Published on Thursday 10th February 2011

Nearly 3,000 young people across Telford and Wrekin have gone to the polls to elect their new representatives for the national Youth Parliament.

Online petitions for people to have their say

Published on Monday 24th January 2011

It is now even easier for people who live, work or study in Telford and Wrekin to have a direct impact on council policies and services thanks to the introduction of online petitions.

Council considers 'Town Warden' scheme

Published on Monday 17th January 2011

A new 'Town Warden' scheme could get underway in Telford and Wrekin if councillor's give the initiative the go ahead at Telford & Wrekin Council's next cabinet meeting on 25 January.

Government announcement on budget cut levels

Published on Tuesday 14th December 2010

The Government's Revenue Support Grant (RSG) settlement has outlined the level of grant cuts faced by Telford & Wrekin Council over the next two years.

Have your say on next year's budget!

Published on Friday 26th November 2010

Residents are being given the chance to give their views as part of the Council's commitment to engage with local residents about where they would like to see money invested and savings made.

Councillor steps down after move

Published on Wednesday 17th November 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council has announced that Mike Swift has resigned as ward councillor for the Woodside area.

Council increases opportunities for local businesses

Published on Monday 15th November 2010

Local businesses across Telford and Wrekin could win more contracts thanks to new links between Telford & Wrekin Council and the Shropshire Chamber of Commerce.

Telford man jailed for non-payment of council tax

Published on Friday 5th November 2010

A Telford man has been jailed for 28 days for the non-payment of nearly £4,000 in council tax, relating to three separate properties.

Council restructure and savings

Published on Friday 5th November 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council has informed staff, unions and the Government that up to 530 council posts could be put at risk of redundancy over the next 18 months.

Council's Citizen Survey to hear the views of local people

Published on Thursday 4th November 2010

A random sample of 9,900 households across Telford and Wrekin has been selected to take part in a Citizen Survey to find out people's views of council services and how they can improve.

Council's strong financial management keeps budget on track

Published on Tuesday 2nd November 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council's expenditure is still projected to be within budget for 2010/11 - which the council says continues to demonstrate its track record of strong financial management.

Marches LEP Gets Green Light

Published on Monday 1st November 2010

In a much anticipated announcement by Vince Cable today, the Coalition Government formally approved the Marches Local Enterprise Partnership. The Marches LEP has become one of only 24 Partnerships to gain approval in the first tranche.

Becci heads for House of Commons debate

Published on Thursday 21st October 2010

Telford and Wrekin UK Youth Parliament member Becci Goodall will be joining more than 300 young people from across the country to debate in the House of Commons chamber on Friday 29th October.

Council Prepared For Cuts Announced

Published on Wednesday 20th October 2010

The precise detail of the impact of the Government's 28 per cent cut in funding to councils will not be known until early December, Telford & Wrekin Council says.

Council to start work on proposal to reduce councillor numbers by 25%

Published on Thursday 7th October 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council is to start investigating if it can cut the number of councillors it has to help it save more money.

Independent report's recommendations on councillors' allowances

Published on Thursday 30th September 2010

An independent panel is recommending a cut in the overall cost of Telford & Wrekin councillors' remuneration, freezing most councillors' allowances.

Health support groups boosted by Mayor's charity appeal

Published on Friday 17th September 2010

Local groups who help people with long term health issues to find ways to participate in every day life are set to benefit from a major charity push launched by Telford and Wrekin's borough Mayor.

Parish review proposals approved

Published on Thursday 16th September 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council has approved final proposals for the future electoral arrangements of Hadley and Leegomery Parish Council.

Telford and Wrekin represented at Youth Parliament annual sitting

Published on Wednesday 4th August 2010

Telford and Wrekin teenager Becci Goodall represented the borough at the annual sitting of the UK Youth Parliament (UKYP) at Stormont Castle in Belfast.

Council's £1 million cut in senior management cost to help meet savings

Published on Wednesday 7th July 2010

Cuts in senior management posts over the last 20 months will save more than £1 million a year from Telford & Wrekin Council's budget.

Parish review proposals published

Published on Monday 5th July 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council has published draft proposals for the future electoral arrangements of Hadley and Leegomery Parish Council.

Councillors allowances published

Published on Wednesday 23rd June 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council has published how much each of its 54 councillors received in allowances and expenses over the last year.

Call for suggestions for Council services or policies to go under microscope

Published on Friday 18th June 2010

People in Telford and Wrekin can put forward their suggestions for major council policies or services that they want to see put under the microscope.

Council's performance improving and on budget

Published on Tuesday 15th June 2010

Despite the effects of the economic downturn, Telford & Wrekin Council continues to demonstrate its strong financial management by keeping spend within its budget for the 2009/10 financial year, while increasing residents' satisfaction with the way it performs.

Specially made tiles to be handed to The Rifles

Published on Friday 21st May 2010

Decorative tiles have been specially designed and made at The Jackfield Tile Museum, near Ironbridge as a commemorative gift for The Rifles Regiment when they are granted the Freedom of The Borough next week.

Changes in Council's cabinet

Published on Friday 21st May 2010

A new cabinet position has been created on Telford & Wrekin Council's cabinet at the authority's Annual Council meeting.

New mayor in Telford and Wrekin

Published on Friday 21st May 2010

A new mayor has been appointed to represent the Borough of Telford and Wrekin for 2010/11.

Meet the Rifles

Published on Monday 17th May 2010

The Rifles Regiment will be in town on Saturday 29 May to receive the Freedom of the Borough from Telford & Wrekin Council.

Community to meet the Regiment

Published on Friday 7th May 2010

Telford & Wrekin residents, visitors to the borough and people from all over Shropshire and beyond will be able to meet the Rifles Regiment in Telford on Saturday, May 29 when Telford & Wrekin Council will be honouring the Regiment with the Freedom of the Borough.

General Election Results

Published on Friday 7th May 2010

MPs have been elected to the Telford and the Wrekin constituencies following the General Election.

Voters to step back in time in one of country''s most unusual polling stations

Published on Thursday 29th April 2010

Voters in Shropshire in the historic town of Ironbridge will be able to step back in time when they go to the polls in the General Election in a week?s time.

Council to honour the Rifles Regiment with the Freedom of the Borough

Published on Wednesday 28th April 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council is set to honour the Rifles Regiment with the Freedom of the Borough.

Postal voters hit record numbers for General Election

Published on Tuesday 27th April 2010

Telford & Wrekin Council has this week sent out a record number of postal votes to electors for the General Election for the Telford and the Wrekin constituencies.

General Election candidates

Published on Tuesday 20th April 2010

The names of all candidates standing in the General Election on May 6 for the constituencies of Telford and The Wrekin have been published.

Glitz and Glamour at the Mayor's Charity Ball

Published on Monday 19th April 2010

Telford and Wrekin Mayor, Councillor Karen Blundell, will be hosting her forthcoming Charity Ball on Friday 23 April 2010.

One week to ensure you're registered to vote and for postal votes

Published on Tuesday 13th April 2010

Anyone in Telford and Wrekin planning to vote in the General Election has just one more week to ensure they are registered to vote and to apply if they want cast their vote by post.

Where will you be on election day?

Published on Tuesday 6th April 2010

On Thursday 6 May, voters in Telford and Wrekin will have their say on who represents them in the Parliament.

Are you ready for the General Election?

Published on Thursday 1st April 2010

While the date for the General Election is expected to be declared soon, don't wait until it's announced before you secure your right to vote.

Parish Review signals no change

Published on Wednesday 24th March 2010

A meeting of the licensing committee of Telford & Wrekin Council will consider final proposals in two parish reviews at its meeting of 1 April.

By election results

Published on Friday 12th March 2010

The results have been declared in by election for two parish council seats and one town council seat on three different authorities in the borough of Telford and Wrekin.

Lowest council tax increase in over a decade

Published on Thursday 4th March 2010

Council tax bills for Telford & Wrekin Council services will rise next year by 1.9 per cent - the lowest council tax increase for more than a decade and around half the current level of inflation.

Postal votes issued for Parish Council by-elections

Published on Thursday 4th March 2010

Just over 5,000 postal votes have now been issued to postal voters in three parish wards who go to the polls next Thursday (March 11).

Deputy Mayor to stand down

Published on Friday 26th February 2010

The deputy mayor of Telford and Wrekin, Cllr Denis Allen has stepped down from this role.

Borough prepares for by-elections for Parish Council seats

Published on Tuesday 23rd February 2010

On Thursday (March 11) voters in three parish wards will be going to the polls to decide who will represent them on their parish councils.

Huge public support for Council's budget proposals

Published on Friday 19th February 2010

A major consultation of groups and people by Telford & Wrekin Council shows overwhelming support for the Council's proposed budget which would see council tax increase by the smallest amount for a decade.

Turnout rises as new Youth Parliament members elected

Published on Thursday 11th February 2010

Nearly 4,000 young people across Telford and Wrekin have gone to the polls to elect their new representatives in the national Youth Parliament.

Borough prepares for by-elections

Published on Tuesday 9th February 2010

On Thursday (February 11) voters in two borough wards and one town council will be going to the polls to decide who will represent their area.

Young people voting to elect Youth Parliament representatives

Published on Monday 8th February 2010

Young people in Telford and Wrekin have been voting throughout January and February to elect their representative and his or her deputy on the UK Youth Parliament.

By-elections for three Parish Council seats

Published on Wednesday 3rd February 2010

On Thursday 11 March, by-elections will take place to fill vacancies that have arisen on Parish Councils in the borough.

Residents reveal their priorities for council spending

Published on Friday 29th January 2010

Residents in Telford and Wrekin say their top priorities for the Council to focus its spending on in future include crime and safety and improving roads, pavements and street lights.

Memorial service for senior council officer

Published on Tuesday 26th January 2010

A memorial service is being held this Saturday (JAN 30) for a senior council officer who passed away after a short illness. The service will be at Wellington Methodist Church, New Street, at 2pm.

Candidates for Town and Borough Councillor elections

Published on Monday 18th January 2010

The candidates for the by-election of borough and town councillors, which takes place on February 11 have been announced.

three weeks left to take paert in consultation on parish arrangements

Published on Friday 8th January 2010

People in Lilleshall, Donnington and Muxton and in Dawley and Malinslee have until 29 January to comment on Telford & Wrekin Council's Draft Proposals that there should be no changes to the present parish council arrangements in their areas.

Telford man sentenced for benefit fraud

Published on Friday 8th January 2010

A Telford man was today jailed for eight months for fraudulently obtaining more than £32,000 in Housing Benefit over a period of eight years. Stephen Lexow, of Stonedale, Sutton Hill, was told by Shrewsbury Crown Court that he must serve a minimum of 4 months.

By-elections for Borouogh and Town Council seats

Published on Thursday 7th January 2010

On Thursday, 11 February, by-elections will take place to fill vacancies that have arisen on Telford & Wrekin Council and on Wellington Town Council. The vacancies for the College Ward of Telford & Wrekin Council and the College Ward of Wellington Town Council have arisen following the recent resignation of Gary Davies.