Police recruiting £31k contact handlers with 5 GCSEs
West Mercia Police is hiring emergency contact handlers in Worcester. The £31,000 role requires just five GCSEs and offers a fast-paced career change. Apply now.
West Mercia Police is hiring emergency contact handlers in Worcester. The £31,000 role requires just five GCSEs and offers a fast-paced career change. Apply now.
Worcester City Council proposes a 5% hike in car park charges and new fees at two sites to meet budget pressures for 2026/27. Public consultation to follow.
An extra £2 million has been approved to complete the transformation of Isaac Maddox House into a modern enterprise centre, bringing jobs to a key area of Worcester.
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service faces another £1.2m shortfall, forcing the chief to warn that frontline services may soon be impacted. Read the full funding crisis details.
A serving British Transport Police officer from Birmingham faces two rape charges. PC Christopher Jenkins, 32, was suspended last April and will appear in court.
A developer seeks to build a two-bedroom home next to the Grosvenor Arms in Worcester. Planning officers recommend approval, with councillors set to make the final decision on 22 January.
Joshua Smith sentenced for causing the death of Andy Hirons, 52, on the A4538. His heartbroken wife Tracey pays tribute to her 'life and soul' husband. Read the full story.
Daniel Reeves, 42, will undertake two wing walks in one day, including an inverted flight, to raise funds for Alzheimer's Research UK. Support his brave challenge.
Wayne Munden, 55, from Worcester, faces eight charges relating to stirring up racial hatred and terrorism. He is due in court on January 29 following a counter-terror probe.
Discover why Worcester, with its independent shops, stunning architecture, and serene river views, is the ideal weekend getaway from Birmingham. Plan your visit now!
Discover the eight best towns and villages to live in Worcestershire, from historic Malvern to vibrant Worcester. Find your perfect home in the heart of England.
Worcestershire County Council plans to introduce car park charges at beauty spots like Worcester Woods to bridge a £72m funding gap, sparking anger from residents and visitors. Read the full story.
A planning inspector has allowed an appeal against Worcester City Council's order to remove a 1.5m garden fence in Lower Wick, citing a four-year rule. Read the full ruling details.
Worcester City Council has refused plans for a detached two-bedroom house on Avon Road, citing overdevelopment and loss of character. Read the full details of the rejection.
Worcestershire County Council plans to introduce parking fees at popular country parks to help fill a £70 million budget shortfall. Find out which sites are affected and the local reaction.
Shaun Skyvington, 58, convicted of harassment and assault. He brandished a 'ball in sock' in Wetherspoons and threatened with a screwdriver. Read the full court outcome.
Explore Little Daydreams Role Play Café in Ombersley. Kids can drive a bus, visit a vet, and enjoy messy play while parents relax with coffee. Open now at The Farm Shop.
A stark report warns thousands of UK and European automotive jobs are at risk in 2026 due to falling sales, tariffs, and Chinese competition. Discover the full story and where new jobs are being created.
Worcester City Council approves extra funding for the Scala Theatre renovation, citing fire safety and National Insurance costs. The £16.2m project remains on track for its 2026 opening.
Worcester City Council approves converting a house into a children's care home on Woolhope Road, overriding neighbours' concerns about parking and neighbourhood character.
From Worcester's Scala arts hub to the Sixways stadium revamp, discover the major construction projects set to transform Worcestershire in 2026. Explore the key dates and details.
County Durham wellness brand Glow is creating 50 new jobs with five new stores planned for 2026, starting with a Newcastle city centre opening. Discover the multimillion-pound investment plans.
A fox with mange was rescued from Pure Gym in Worcester after a three-day operation. Vale Wildlife Hospital staff finally caught the animal on the gym floor. Read the full story.
Three individuals have been sentenced for their roles in a Redditch drug gang shooting where a bullet struck a child's car seat. Discover the full court outcome and police response.
A woman in her 70s has died after being struck by a van on Worcester Road in Chadbury. A 54-year-old driver is in custody. Read the latest on the investigation.
A woman has died after being struck by a van on Worcester Road. Paramedics provided advanced life support but could not save her. Read the latest details.
Primark confirms the closure of its Dartford store on January 3rd, 2026, marking its first UK shutdown in over ten years. 53 jobs are impacted. Read the full story.
Labour confirms new law requiring all vehicles sold in Great Britain to carry both GB and EU type approval markings from February 2026, aiming to protect thousands of automotive jobs. Read the full details.
West Mercia Police are searching for a potentially injured person following a serious collision on the A38 near Wychbold. The crash involved a stolen vehicle and a police car. Contact police with information.
Birmingham's Electronic Business Systems (EBS) celebrates growth with nine new appointments and is recruiting for three more roles, supporting West Midlands SMEs. Discover their expansion plans.