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26 January 2024
Three-year plan sets out strategy for managing trees affected by Ash Dieback
A three-year plan for managing trees affected by Ash Dieback has been drawn up by Worcester City Council.
The council plans to remove or prune trees which pose a health and safety risk, but will try to avoid large scale felling, so that people can continue to enjoy the city's parks, open spaces ...
23 January 2024
Biodiversity boosting plans get underway after public consultation
A scheme which will transform an unused strip of land in Warndon has been drawn up by Worcester City Council after consultation with local residents.
The Cotswold Way public open space lies between Cranham Drive and Chedworth Close and the plans include biodiversity enhancements and new pl...
22 January 2024
Next steps in ambitious plan for Worcester’s Shrub Hill Quarter
Ambitious plans for the major regeneration of Worcester's Shrub Hill Quarter are set to be considered by Worcester city councillors.
A formal Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) sets out proposals for the revamp of the 14-hectare site, including more than 500 new homes, new public spaces, and ...
15 January 2024
Revealed: Studio plans for Scala arts venue
Exciting visuals for the Scala's studio layout have been released, giving a glimpse of what the new Worcester arts venue will offer, subject to planning permission being granted.
The designs show three multi-use studios, currently named The Stage, The Screen, and The Box, as well as a café...
11 January 2024
Planning application for Worcester’s new arts venue is in
The planning application for Worcester's new Scala arts venue has been submitted, setting out an ambitious vision for a new performance and creativity hub in the heart of the city.
The City Council has drawn up a revised scheme to revive the historic Scala and Corn Exchange buildings in Angel St...