Author: Andy Smith

MP asks for clarity on single sex spaces

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Mark Pritchard MP said: “The NHS says it is waiting for EHRC guidance, but it is the Equality Act that organisations must comply with, and the position in law has already been made crystal clear by the Supreme Court judgment.

“To ensure safety and privacy, in particular for women and girls, single sex spaces must be protected in NHS hospitals and other NHS facilities.”

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Hospital director wins national finance award

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Carol McInnes, Director of Planning and Transformation at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH), has been named ‘Finance Champion of the Year’ at the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) Awards.

The award recognises and celebrates someone who stands out for demonstrating exceptional dedication and initiatives within their organisation.

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Dawley students turn reporters for writing contest

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Year 6 pupils at Captain Webb Primary School in Dawley have been showcasing their creative talents this month. The school recently reached out to share the work of their young writers following a similar project held last year.

The winning entry from Ariella was a completely independent piece of work. She described the student as a talented writer and said the school is excited to see what she creates in the future.

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Memorial bench for volunteer gardener who died suddenly aged 40

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Chris Nutt, who worked at Fujitsu and initiated the firm sending volunteers to the Friends of Telford Town Park (FOTTP) group as part of a staff welfare programme, died suddenly in December 2024, aged 40.

A bench in memory of him has now been installed by Fujitsu and the Friends as they were so grateful for the work he did and wanted to honour him.

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Police council tax set to rise for Telford

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Mr Campion is proposing a £15 annual increase for the average household, but he says even this will not be enough to bridge the gap.

“To put it simply, my hands are tied,” said PCC John Campion. “Whilst the Government will claim record uplift of funding for policing, they do not make it clear that it is at the expense of inflation-busting council tax rises.”

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