News in Telford, Shropshire
Telford & Wrekin Council has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling domestic abuse and violence against women and girls (VAWG) through its support of White Ribbon Day and the international 16 Days of Action campaign, running from 25 November to 10 December 2025.
Read moreA council’s automatic Ask Tom phone answering system is learning the local language in Telford, councillors have been told.
After the artificial intelligence system was launched as a trial in August 2024 it was condemned by one councillor as “universally awful”.
But clever young Tom is getting better, a report to the audit committee noted.
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Councillor Ollie Vickers, Gill McPhie, Deputy Store Manager at ExtraCare in Oakengates, Gita Samra, Retail Regional Manager for ExtraCare and Councillor Steve Reynolds, Mayor of Oakengates.
ExtraCare is now up and running at its original location in Oakengates town centre after a temporary move to 33 Market Street.
Oakengates ExtraCare charity shop, which works to create better lives for older people, is now back to 39 Market Street after the unit and shop frontage was completely refurbished.
Read moreA care company has withdrawn an application to use a terraced house in Telford as a children’s home after council planners raised concerns, the council has confirmed
Agents for Lovemark Care Ltd have responded after Telford & Wrekin Council officials raised issues of parking arrangements at the property in Hadley and over engagement with its care commissioning team.
Read moreFor the first time, Telford & Wrekin Council has exercised powers newly granted by City of Wolverhampton Council that allow officers to inspect and suspend unroadworthy vehicles licensed by Wolverhampton. Shropshire Council were also in attendance.
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Menopause advocates Sam Hooper, left, and Janine Laming, right, with Dr Jo Ritchie, centre, at the first staff menopause clinic
Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Charity (SaTH Charity) has been awarded £48,965 to establish and run a doctor-led menopause clinic for staff to support their wellbeing.
The grant has been awarded as part of an £11 million programme – which includes a £5 million contribution from NHS England – and is one of 29 ambitious projects across England to receive funding to support NHS staff health and wellbeing.
Read moreAn electrical business has launched a new renewable energy division after its directors completed a training course at Telford College.
Matthew Hicks and Jake Jones from Voltium Electrical Services enrolled on a Solar PV and Electrical Energy Storage course at Telford College – passing with flying colours.
Read moreAlan Adams (Reform) who just missed out to Shaun Davies in the general election last year, won in Oakegates, and Andrew Morris won in Priorslee & St Georges for Reform.
In Wellington, Labours Hugh Sanders took the seat.
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Solar panels on the roof of the Pavilion in Hollinswood. Picture: Hollinswood & Randlay Parish Council
A parish council’s achievement in cutting its carbon footprint by 85 per cent drew a “sharp intake of breath” at a recent conference in Telford, a meeting was told.
Hollinswood & Randlay Parish Council has invested more than £120,000 in the last few years on replacing gas with air source heat pumps and solar panels on community buildings.
Read moreThe seizure of Selective Androgen Receptor Modulators (SARMs) from OB Health & Fitness Ltd based in Ellerdine was part of a wider international enforcement operation targeting unregulated and dangerous goods being sold to the public online, in partnership with West Mercia Police and coordinated by UK Anti-Doping (UKAD).
Read moreA Telford cancer patient held a very special launch last week of his newly published book – written to help others feel ‘less alone’.
Pete Jackson from Lawley in Telford, was part of a delegation from Lingen Davies Cancer Support, who travelled to London last week for the official launch of the charity’s Sunflower Appeal in Westminster. The timing coincided with Pete’s new book ‘Keep On Keeping On’ and the 62-year-old was able to share his story with assembled guests.
Read moreNew parking rules have been brought in across Hollinswood & Randlay in recent weeks to deal with town centre workers and shoppers who have been leaving their cars all day in residential areas, especially on Deercote.
Councillors reported that residents have been “really upset” after challenging people over parking who then became “abusive.”
Read moreOne of the fast-growing independent garage groups in the West Midlands has announced a significant expansion in Telford with the launch of a new site in Hortonwood. This move includes a major investment of £85,000 in new equipment and technology, as well as the creation of seven new jobs for local people.
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PCC John Campion met with RoadPeace and those impacted by harm on our roads; Abbie Brooks, Lucy Harrison, Roger Bates, Jean Bates, Denice Bennell, Sue Evans, Dave Evans, Kate Gynn alongside West Mercia Police’s PC Paul Bosley.
Enhancing the support for those dealing with a loss of a loved one on West Mercia’s roads, specially designed notebooks will be provided to…
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Graham Corfield, Aviramp CEO and Robert Powell dnata's VP Technical Services UAE and Global GSE Strategy
Telford based Aviramp completed the deal with global powerhouse dnata at this year’s Dubai Airshow, where it demonstrated one of its pioneering solar-powered ramps in partnership with the firm.
Aviramp boarding ramps and bridges are used when an aircraft is parked on a remote stand and offer a safe, dignified alternative to stairs and separate ambulifts for wheelchair users and those passengers with reduced mobility.
Read moreWhilst carrying out the latest urgent repair work after the owners failed to do so, Telford & Wrekin Council’s contractors have identified further issues which have necessitated the issuing of another Urgent Works Notice, which was served on 12 November 2025.
This latest enforcement action will be completed by the Council’s contractors, who are already on site carrying out the previous urgent work. Telford & Wrekin Council will be seeking to recover the cost for this extra work, along with the ongoing and previous work, from the owners.
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Parish clerk Katrina Baker MBE. left, and Councillor Sheenagh Unwin with the certificate at Hollinswood & Randlay Parish Council. Picture: LDRS
A parish council in Telford celebrated achieving Founding Member status with a regional cancer charity’s £5m appeal.
Hollinswood & Randlay Parish Council has set about raising at least £2,000 for the Lingen Davies Cancer Support’s Sunflower Appeal.
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Krazy Races, the UK’s largest touring soapbox derby is coming to Telford for the very first time on Sunday 12 July 2026
There’s a new event coming to Telford in 2026. Telford & Wrekin Council in partnership with Krazy Races the UK’s largest touring soapbox derby is coming to Telford for the very first time on Sunday 12 July.
This free-to-attend, award-winning event promises a day of wild, wacky racing, creative kart designs, and fantastic family fun — all while raising vital funds for local charities.
Read moreAlbrighton Development Action Group (ADAG) is calling on people to get behind its latest fundraising push as it continues its bid to protect 52-hectares of green belt.
A major one-day music festival and a special evening with legendary ex-Liverpool goalkeeper Bruce Grobbelaar have been quickly added to the local entertainment calendar, with organisers keen to reach the £20,000 target ahead of a potential first planning meeting decision later this year.
Read moreResidents in Telford have been urged to continue to report snippets of information to the police following concerns of ‘anti-social behaviour’ in the St George’s area.
Read moreThe Estates and Investments department in Telford & Wrekin Council have brought a trio of properties in the town to market…
Read moreOpponents of plans to build 166 homes south of Newport are set to marshal their forces for a big push in advance of a looming public consultation deadline.
Church Aston Parish Council and Telford & Wrekin Councillor Andrew Eade will be hosting a ‘drop-in session’ at the village hall on Thursday evening (November 20) for objectors to the Bellway Homes plan at Church Aston.
Read moreNow the council has set a date of December 4 this year, when its ruling Labour cabinet is set to make what it calls key decisions on both the housing strategy and on new moves in the market for HMOs.
In other council areas, such as Walsall and Birmingham, Article 4 directions (A4D) mean that homeowners who want to convert houses into HMOs for up to six tenants lose permitted development rights and have to apply for planning permission.
Read moreTelford & Wrekin Council is reminding residents to check who they trust with their rubbish after a fly-tip was discovered on Madeley Pit Mound earlier this month.
A householder who uses an unlicensed carrier can receive a fixed penalty notice of up to £600 if their waste is subsequently fly-tipped.
Read moreThe Wrekin Giant pub has welcomed customers back after a refurbishment that cost a six-figure sum. Located in Southwater Square, the Hungry Horse pub has new furniture, lighting, and décor.
To celebrate the reopening, the pub invited the mental health group Primal Instincts to cut the ribbon. The group, founded in 2023, gives men safe spaces to discuss their mental health. The pub also made a donation to the group to support its community efforts.
Read moreA 15-year labour of love by a group of Shropshire classic car enthusiasts to restore a 1965 Triumph Spitfire sports car has reached the finish line.
The Shropshire Spitfire will be auctioned at the Practical Classics Restoration Show at the NEC, Birmingham next March to raise much needed money for the Severn Hospice, located in both Shrewsbury and Telford.
Read moreFollowing hot on the heels of the closure of Bodycare, Savers is about to open a brand new store at Telford Shopping Centre.
Read morePrevious plans to convert The Poplars at Wellington Road, Donnington, into a 10-bed HMO were withdrawn to be replaced by a new proposal with two fewer beds.
Two residents in Wellington Road have already objected to the new plan which is out for a period of public consultation by Telford & Wrekin Council.
Read moreA HUGE selection of brand new gifts, sofas, guitars, chairs and Christmas trees…
Read moreVolunteers with Allscott Sports and Social Club have applied to Telford & Wrekin Council to install a three-lane cricket training facility and a non-turf cricket pitch at its site in Shawbirch Road.
The application said that a range of sporting and social activities take place at the club including football, bowls and cricket.
Read moreMore robust security fences are planned at a council-owned solar farm in Telford which has suffered ‘criminal damage’, preventing the array generating electricity.
Read moreTelford shoppers are getting a brand-new Lidl just in time for Christmas, as the discount supermarket confirms its opening date. The new store on Rock Road will open its doors for the first time on Thursday, 27th November.
Read moreKick off Christmas in style at Dobbies Garden Centre Telford with Santa’s Arrival, a free-to-attend event taking place on Sunday 23 November at 11am. Families and friends are invited to join in the fun and create unforgettable memories as Santa makes his grand entrance for the start of the festive events season.
Read moreA man has been handed a 15-year custodial sentence for raping a woman in Telford after the 20-year-old presented himself at Malinsgate Police Station in January 2025 and confessed to the crimes.
Read moreGovernment ministers – and victims – could step in to try to block the possible second prison release of one of the ringleaders of a notorious Telford grooming gang, it has been confirmed.
Read moreA man has been given a six month custodial sentence for theft and assaulting shop workers in Greggs and Tesco Express.
Read moreA major broadcaster is looking for people in Telford to take part in an exciting new TV series that helps households tackle their clutter – and could uncover hidden treasures worth a fortune.
Do you live with a partner, sibling, parent, or housemate whose belongings have taken over your space? Or do they have a collection that’s gotten out of hand?
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Councillor Steve Reynolds, Mayor of Oakengates, Ersin Karakulah, Faruk Yuksel and Councillor Ollie Vickers outside Ephesus in Market Street, Oakengates.
Ephesus Pizza & Grill, which was previously located on Limes Walk, has relocated to 43 Market Street as regeneration continues. The move was supported by Telford & Wrekin Council as part of the Theatre Quarter investment project.
Read moreIt’s good news for the residents of Allscot Meads who are currently without a local shop.
At last weeks Wrockwardine Parish Council meeting, the chair informed the councillors that the promised One Stop convenience store had cancelled their plans to open a new store.
Read moreThe maintenance of a community orchard at the top of Ringers Lane in Admaston, Telford is uncertain following a meeting of Wrockwardine Parish Council last week.
The uncertainty stems from the recently announced boundary review, which will see the site fall under the control of Wellington Town Council in 2027.
Read moreOn Saturday, West Mercia Police were spotted in Barn Close, Donnington after members of the public reported suspicious activity.
Read moreThe latest animal sensation sweeping Britain is taking the internet by storm, with Highland cows replacing cats and alpacas as social media favourites. Now, thanks to the brand WonderDays, the public can get up close and personal with these countryside stars through a Highland Cow Cuddling Experience near Telford.
Read moreRail operators West Midlands Railway (WMR) and London Northwestern Railway (LNR) have reported a huge jump in passenger numbers following the publication of official industry figures.
West Midlands Railway operate regular services through Telford.
Read moreGreat Dawley Town Council is once again spreading Christmas cheer across Dawley, Malinslee and Dawley Bank, with a packed programme of affordable events for the whole family, running throughout November and December.
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Laila-Mae Bradley is currently studying for her T-level health qualification, and is hoping to become a
midwife.
Laila-Mae Bradley is among more than 400 talented apprentices and students to qualify for the national WorldSkills finals, which will be held in south Wales from November 25-28.
She is currently studying for her T-level health qualification, and is hoping to become a midwife.
Read moreIrish pop superstars Westlife are bringing their landmark 25th anniversary concert to the big screen this November – with screenings taking place at Wellington Orbit in Telford.
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Councillor Steve Bentley going 'nuclear' at Telford & Wrekin Council. Picture: Telford & Wrekin Council
Great British Energy this week announced that Wylfa on Anglesey has been selected as the site for the UK’s first Small Modular Reactor.
Councillor Bentley told the full council on Thursday that SMR’s take up 18 times less space than solar panels.
Read moreThe Wharfage is closed to vehicles in preparation for the expected peak on Monday afternoon, which could see river levels rise to between 5.0m and 5.6m.
Businesses are open.
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Councillor Jenny Urey speaking at the full Telford & Wrekin Council. Picture: Telford & Wrekin Council
Councillors have had enough of irresponsible dog owners in Telford & Wrekin but there is concern that there aren’t enough people to enforce the rules.
The full Telford & Wrekin Council got behind a motion calling for the enforcement of a ‘dogs on leads’ policy on agreed designated public areas and highways.
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Authentic, focused and engaging, it's difficult not to warm to him, hard not to admire him and impossible to ignore him.
With over 60 bouts under his belt, 18 year old Mustpaha Mbye is an emerging boxer in Telford. He loves to fight but he swapped the streets for the ring and is making waves in the UK amateur scene.
Mbye explains how his determination and persistence paid off in his search for sponsorship and how his sparring with a world champion went. He pays tribute to those who support him and talks about those who he left behind.
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Chair's vote number one. Councillor Stephen Reynolds vote makes it a 5-5 tie. Picture: Telford & Wrekin Council
Committee members had been deeply divided on how to proceed on the plan for a property in Bridle Walk, Donnington, after the developer and his agent turned up late to Wednesday’s meeting and missed their slot to speak.
Read moreThe amount of money residents pay a parish council was under review at a recent meeting of Wrockwardine Parish Council.
There were proposals on the table to implement either a 10% reduction in the precept, or to keep it the same as last year.
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Liza Davies, a 43-year-old mother and makeup artist is facing an aggressive recurrence of breast cancer.
A fundraising campaign for Telford Mum of of four hits £10,000 and a lifesaving trip to Germany is in reach.
Thousands of pounds have been raised for Liza Davies, a 43-year-old mother and makeup artist, who is facing an aggressive recurrence of breast cancer and urgently needs to travel abroad for revolutionary treatment.
Read moreJonathan Beatty-Thomas, aged 36, of Willowfield in Telford, was charged with four counts of theft, two counts of assault and a public order offence.
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L-R Shailesh Solanki, Julie Kaur, Iryna Shevchenko of Philip Morris LTD, Kalpesh Solanki.
Pic: Asian Trader
Julie Kaur, who runs the Premier Jules store in Telford, has won the Businesswoman of the Year 2025 award at the prestigious Asian Trader Awards ceremony held in London on November 5.
A serial fundraiser, amassing over £40,000 for charity over the years, for charities like Hope House, Severn Hospice, Cancer Research UK, Alzheimer’s Research, Age UK, and Shrewsbury Newport Canals Trust.
Read moreA handfull of trees that fell on roads were quickly swept away by council teams, although some that have fallen on the Silkin Way through the town park, have forced organisers to cancel this mornings planned Park Run
Read moreThe Craft and Makers Market that launched its Telford event at the Mercure Hotel, Telford Town Centre last month attracting over 3000 visitors is returning to Telford this Sunday with their Festive themed Christmas Gift Special.
The event that hosts over 80 stall holders showcasing their hand made crafted items is completely free to visit and is open from 10am – 3pm.
Read moreThe council leader has written to the Justice Secretary and the Parole Board to oppose the early release of notorious Telford Grooming Gang member, Ahdel Ali.
Councillors voted cross party to support the final motion during a debate at the full Telford & Wrekin Council on Thursday.
Read moreOfficers have teamed up with Boots to tackle shoplifting in Telford by marking perfume testers with Smartwater.
The initiative sees officers providing Boots on the Forge Retail Park and in Telford Centre with a Smartwater kit to mark perfume testers using an invisible but forensically traceable liquid.
Read morePlanning enforcement officers are ‘investigating’ after construction work appears to have begun at the site of a new Aldi in Telford before developers had received approval over how to deal with an old mine shaft, it has emerged.
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