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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...
28 November 2022
AccessAble guide makes planning a trip to Worcester easy for all
Planning a trip to Worcester has never been easier with an ever-expanding number of shops, cafes and businesses being added to the city's accessibility guide.AccessAble is a free service which offers detailed information about the accessibility of a whole host of places across the city including ...
28 November 2022
Worcester’s political leaders make joint statement on asylum seekers in the city
A joint statement about the presence of asylum seekers in Worcester has today been issued by the leaders of the four political groups represented on Worcester City Council.Councillors Mel Allcott (Liberal Democrat), Marjory Bisset (Green), Lynn Denham (Labour) and Chris Mitchell (Conservati...
25 November 2022
Parking patrols stepped up and drivers fined over misuse of taxi ranks
Worcester City Council civil enforcement officers have stepped up patrols in the city centre after a spate of complaints about illegal parking around taxi ranks.Forty eight drivers have received £70 fines this month alone for the misuse of taxi ranks in areas including Foregate Street, The Cross ...