News in Telford, Shropshire
The council has told its own planning department how it plans to go about the demolition process, which could start in April, 2026, and last for two months.
Refurbishment had been considered but officials decided that this was not as “cost effective as a new purpose-built and future-proof facility”.
Read moreThe Grade II listed Stockton House, an 18th-century Georgian gem located on the A442 between Telford and Bridgnorth, is hosting its final open event this Sunday, 8 March, ahead of a fully booked summer season.
The event, running from 11am to 3pm, marks the last opportunity for prospective newlyweds to view the house in a showcase format until October 2026.
Read moreHadley & Leegomery Parish Council had controversially tried to sell Hadley Cemetery Lodge but it ended up being taken off the property market at the end of last year.
Read moreA Wellington man has been dealt with by Magistrates following a campaign of unwanted calls and letters directed at a local woman.
A restraining order has now been issued to prevent any further contact—read the full court report here.
Read moreA talented young lifter from Telford has officially become a British Champion, shattering a national record at the British Classic Bench Press Championships. After only two years of competing, this local athlete is proving to be a powerhouse on the national stage.
Read morePlanning agent, chartered architect John Norfolk, wrote on the planning portal: “This is the first HMO I have worked on and had I known the upset that this proposal would have caused I would likely have declined to be involved…”
Read moreCharles and Amanda Bathurst spoke out at hearings examining the soundness of the local plan when they slammed the lack of small housing developments in smaller villages.
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Upskilling Project and the two phases of the Shropshire Skills Hub delivered more than 1,000 training opportunities
Shropshire Chamber of Commerce is celebrating the success of three major skills-boosting projects which all exceeded their targets.
Together, the Upskilling Project and the two phases of the Shropshire Skills Hub delivered more than 1,000 training opportunities, supporting hundreds of businesses and individuals
Read more-Over two thirds (69%) of female business leaders say they still experience gender-based discrimination in the workplace
-70% of respondents didn’t feel safe in the workplace, with the most common reasons cited being personal security, such as on-site security or lone working (36%)
-On a more positive note, 69% of women said they believed both sexes now receive equal pay for the work carried out.
Read moreA Telford family’s week of “sleepless nights” has ended in an emotional breakthrough at Manchester Airport after a mother took matters into her own hands to rescue her son from the ongoing flight chaos in the Middle East. Would you have done the same?
Read moreA prolific Telford shoplifter is starting a 30-week prison sentence this week after a court heard she repeatedly ignored a Criminal Behaviour Order to target local stores. From Stirchley to Wellington, read the full list of offences that finally caught up with this career thief.
Read moreA Better Tomorrow Charity officially launched this month to bolster the work carried out by the A Better Tomorrow CIC peer-led team in Telford, Shropshire.
Lord Lieutenant Anna Turner officially launched the charity and unveiled its new signage.
Read moreA regional drive to train cancer champion volunteers, encourage more everyday cancer conversations, and increase the uptake of cancer screening invitations has surpassed the 1,000 recruitment mark.
Read moreA plot of land is up for auction with a guide of £16,000 and planning already lodged for a modern three-bedroom detached bungalow.
Read moreThe Trust, which operates the Princess Royal Hospital in Telford and the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, has been under the highest level of national oversight since November 2018. The decision to remove the Trust from the Recovery Support Programme (RSP) follows a review by NHS England, which noted “substantial and sustained” improvements across finance, governance, and clinical performance.
Read moreA 35-year-old man from Dawley has been sent to prison following a series of prohibited contacts in Telford.
Read moreMajor developers have challenged the legality of a council plan to demand that at least one in every four homes built in Telford are ‘affordable’.
Council officials were this week defending a requirement for major housing developments in urban Telford include a minimum of 25 per cent ‘affordable’ homes, with 35 per cent in Newport and the rural areas of the borough.
Read moreFirefighters from Telford Central were called to a disused railway line near a busy town route on Wednesday evening. Crews arrived to find a fire involving rubbish on the embankment.
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When it comes to building careers that last, award-winning Telford construction company McPhillips has an impressive track record.
With more than 20 per cent of its 240-strong workforce made up of current or former apprentices, and 48 members of staff having clocked up 25 years or more with the company, McPhillips is living proof that a career in construction can be a career for life.
Read moreA Donnington man has been sentenced at Telford Magistrates’ Court after admitting to stalking a woman over several months. The court heard how he accessed private social media accounts and monitored the victim’s movements.
Read moreResident Kevan Hendy warned of problems from 10,000 extra car journeys causing problems on the A442 and M54.
Mr Hendy told officials that he had identified a £50 million shortfall in funding for highways over the local plan period to 2040.
“It’s an absolute nonsense,” Mr Hendy told officials as he challenged them to explain.
Read moreThe court heard how between October 2025 and February 2026 the 44-year-old stole a number of items from stores across Telford, despite having a CBO banning her from entering certain shops in the town.
During that time period Jefferies stole a dog bed, a book, a travel mug and chocolates
Read moreA 35yr old local firefighter and dad who coached at Randlay Colts is fighting for more time with his young family after a devastating cancer diagnosis.
Read moreA Broseley driver has been stripped of his licence for three years following a police stop in Telford. The 38-year-old was found to be significantly over the limit for two different drugs while behind the wheel of a Toyota Verso.
Read moreA councillor told the government inspectors examining the soundness of the local plan that it now seems to be a “done deal.”
Councillor Nigel Dugmore (Conservative, Muxton) said: “It all seems to be a done deal with Bratton and Muxton well advanced.
“What’s the point in having an inspectors report if things are going ahead?”
Read moreThe announcement, made to coincide with World Wildlife Day on 3 March, saw Priorslee Flash and Heath Hill & Pool Hill in Great Dawley officially designated as LNRs. Additionally, the existing Madebrook site has been extended to include Holmer Lake.
Read moreA 50-year-old Telford woman has been hit with a significant fine and a lengthy disqualification from the roads after being stopped by police on a busy town centre route.
Read moreAs International Women’s Day approaches, we take a look at the dedicated female team in Telford and Shropshire who are helping older residents maintain their independence. From domestic help to essential companionship, discover how these local women are going above and beyond to transform lives within the community.
Read moreThe 100m cordon was lifted around midnight after the EOD Team established that the items were not explosive. Residents were then able to return home.
Read moreResponding to Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Spring Statement, he said: “The reaffirmed commitments we heard today on affordable housing, defence spending and infrastructure investment are, on the face of it, encouraging.
“But, and this is a significant but, we have heard these kinds of promises before.”
Read moreWhen Robert Watkins enrolled at Telford College to study sports coaching and physical education, he never imagined he would end up as a member of the teaching staff.
But that’s precisely what has happened to the former Newport’s Adams’ Grammar School student…
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Read moreA Telford motorist has been stripped of his driving licence and ordered to pay over £250 in costs after being stopped by police on one of the town’s busiest roads.
The driver, who was found to be over twice the legal limit, also faced charges regarding illegal substances found at the scene.
Read moreThe money was raised throughout 2025 via a variety of community and partnership events with Bournville Village Trust and Lawley Running Club. These included the Lawley 5K Fun Run, Summer Fest, Christmas celebrations, the Christmas pantomime and organised coach trips, bringing residents together in support of a vital cause.
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Jake Busby is proving that age is just a number as the five-year-old prepares to take on the ACU Moto Mavericks British Championship with a new local backer.
A five-year-old motocross star from Telford has caught the eye of a major local developer as he prepares to compete on the national stage. Guided by a former world champion and backed by a new sponsorship deal, this young rider is one to watch as he hits the British Championship circuit.
Read moreOfficers were called to the area following a report that a man had attempted to pull a student’s trousers down and then attempted to take her bag whilst she was walking to school.
Read moreHelen Columb, owner of Telford-based Turas Accountants, said businesses would breathe a collective sigh of relief at the absence of political “psychodrama” around the statement after months of uncertainty in the second half of 2025.
Read moreThe inspector ruled that all the signs on the site “combines to create an overall negative visual impact of the site”.
Read moreLand at the junction of Hay Street in Tibberton, near Newport, has been pencilled in to take 25 homes in the draft local plan but Boningale Developments says it needs to take 85.
Read moreMagistrates heard how hundreds of pounds worth of cosmetics, clothing, and gift sets were taken during a shoplifting spree that targeted stores in both Shrewsbury and Telford.
Read moreNew ONS data has highlighted a worrying trend for the region’s health, with a significant gap opening up between different parts of the county regarding how many years residents can expect to live in good health. As figures fall to new lows, local health officials have spoken out about the complex reasons why some areas are struggling more than others.
Read moreA casual vacancy has been announced in the Lightmoor ward of The Gorge Parish Council after the resignation of Councillor Vivienne Moore.
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David Wilson Homes’ donation was made through its Community Fund scheme via
The Barratt Redrow Foundation.
A vital Telford charity that has supported thousands of homeless people over the last three decades has received a significant funding boost. As the team prepares to tackle the ongoing housing crisis, they have also announced the return of a major local event for 2026 that challenges residents to spend a night under the stars for a good cause.
Read moreWellington Cricket Club has applied to Telford & Wrekin Council for permission to update a drainage system that dates back to a time when Ken Barrington, Sir Colin Cowdrey and Denis Compton were playing for England.
Read moreOne councillor claimed that a “repetitive pothole” on the borough’s key A442 road had caused “blow outs” to as least six vehicles and was “already starting to fail”.
Read moreTelford & Wrekin Council has confirmed a new three-year deal to ensure vital support services remain available for residents facing domestic crisis.
With a focus on stability and “continuity of care,” the local authority has outlined how survivors and their families can continue to access expert help across the borough.
Read moreA local man has been ordered to pay compensation and complete a community order following a spree of incidents in Telford, including an attack on a pizza shop and a drunken disturbance at a popular local pub.
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Sgt Vicki Hallett, police dog in training PD Solo, and PCC John Campion outside the police dog training centre
The paw-some care for police dogs at West Mercia Police has been recognised for a seventh year with an accreditation from the Dogs Trust.
Read moreA young Telford woman has traded life as a fast-food shift manager for a career inspecting multi-million pound housing developments. Now excelling in a high-level apprenticeship, she is sharing her journey to encourage more women to break into the construction industry and ignore traditional stereotypes.
Read moreCommunity leaders have confirmed that Telford will submit a formal expression of interest to become an official Town of Culture in 2028. The move follows the Government’s announcement of a new initiative modelled on the successful City of Culture programme.
Is this something we should get behind?
Read moreA 55-year-old Telford man has been stripped of his driving privileges for three years and handed a community order following an incident involving a silver Mazda.
Read moreIntercity’s Charlie Blakemore beat off strong competition to take the prestigious title at the Business Desk West Midlands Awards in front of more than 300 people in Birmingham on Thursday evening.
Read moreThe firm was first incorporated in 2021, and had enjoyed great reviews on Yell, Google and Facebook with one commenting “It is probably an over used expression “Going the Extra Mile” but the guys at Shropshire Electrical certainly did that for me, nothing was too much trouble.”
Read moreA 29-year-old man has appeared in court following a series of thefts from major retailers across Telford. The shoplifting spree, which included high-value meat, toys, and designer gift sets, has resulted in a community order and a requirement to pay back the stores.
Read moreThe court heard that on 19 February 2026, he was caught masturbating in a public area within Telford. He was charged with an act of outraging public decency, an offence contrary to common law.
Read moreJason Wright has been blown away by the latest film from Pixar Studios.
I’ll be honest, when I walked into the cinema to see Hoppers, I was just looking for something light.
What I actually got was a complete emotional rollercoaster…
Read moreWe sat, mid-refurb, in a bright but currently dusty space as Tori explained how her career had placed her in this very spot.
ToriArts is a performing arts school based in Wellington right now, but on the cusp of opening a brand new location in Madeley, Telford. I caught up with founder Tori this week to hear about her plans.
Read moreA Madeley man has been sentenced at Telford Magistrates’ Court following a series of incidents involving harassment and theft. The court heard details of unwanted contact and loitering that led to a multi-year restraining order and a community sentence.
Read moreThe agricultural land off Church Road in Lilleshall, near Newport, has been placed in the draft Telford & Wrekin local plan as possibly taking 49 new homes.
Read moreTelford & Wrekin Council is tightening the rules on houses in multiple occupation with new planning regulations that will come into force next year across the borough requiring planning permission for all HMOs, regardless of size.
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