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07 December 2022
Extra support for Ukrainian guests in Worcester
Extra financial support is to be provided to Ukrainian guests and the families who are hosting them in Worcester.The City Council has agreed to use its share of a Government funding pot to help with rising energy bills and the additional costs that Christmas will bring for Ukrainian guests ...
07 December 2022
Worcester secures £2.96m Government investment
Worcester City Council has secured £2.96 million to invest in the city from the Government's UK Shared Prosperity Fund.The money will be used for a wide range of initiatives in the city, including boosting Worcester's profile as a visitor destination; support for community schemes, the arts and b...
06 December 2022
Plans unveiled for Worcester’s new arts centre
Draft plans have been revealed for an exciting new arts venue in the heart of Worcester city centre, and a new image of how the building could look has been released.Worcester City Council's Policy and Resources Committee will next week be asked to give its approval for a planning application for...
30 November 2022
Mayor digs in to launch Worcester’s tree-planting programme
The Mayor of Worcester has launched the city's latest tree-planting programme by helping to create an arboreal tribute to the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.Worcester is set to get greener over the winter months, with over 800 saplings being planted at locations across the city.As a Champion City in...
29 November 2022
Catch the free Christmas bus to enjoy Worcester’s amazing festive shopping
Worcester City Council and First Bus have joined forces to give shoppers and residents a fantastic early Christmas present – a whole day of free travel to the city centre to make the most of the city's amazing shops.Fares on First Bus routes in the city will be completely free on Saturday 10 Dece...