Shropshire Licensees Urged to Join "Challenge 25" Scheme
September 2nd, 2010The police Licensing Officer for Shropshire is urging licensees to adopt a national initiative to help them identify underage drinkers.
Mr Tony Mantle says licensees need to tighten up their checks or else risk being penalised, including possibly having their licence revoked.
His warning to publicans, nightclubs, restaurants, off-licences and other alcohol licence holders follows the shocking results of a test purchasing operation carried out by Shropshire Trading Standards supported by the police.
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Do you know someone receiving care and support?
September 2nd, 2010
Social services are changing and we want your views in shaping the future. Come and find out more at Telford & Wrekin Council's interactive forum on 9 September 2010, 10am to 1pm, at Meeting Point House. Refreshments will be made available throughout the day and lunch will be available from 1pm. Spaces are limited, so book today by calling 01952 388811, or emailing puttingpeoplefirst@telford.gov.uk
Borough Neighbourhood Watch Schemes continue to flourish
September 2nd, 2010With over 650 schemes and almost 15,000 households under its protection, Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) in Telford & Wrekin continues to go from strength-to-strength.
However, Telford's NHW Administrator Mrs Anne Walker is again encouraging residents of Telford & Wrekin to consider forming their own scheme if their area doesn’t already have one.
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September 2nd, 2010
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CONSTRUCTION TRAFFIC FOR PHASE TWO OF THE MILLENNIUM
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Two New CSOs For North Shropshire
September 2nd, 2010
Two new Police Community Support Officers began work in north Shropshire today. They have joined West Mercia’s Local Policing teams in Market Drayton Town and Whitchurch Town areas.
CSO Andy Hudson has been appointed to the Market Drayton post working with PC Paul Frank and CSOs Andy King, Angeline Roche and Mike Ellis. CSO Alison Hodnett becomes part of the Whitchurch team, alongside PC Karena Evans and CSOs Tim Meredith, Graeme Baines and Laura Viner.
Newport Swimming Pool refurbishment confirmed
September 2nd, 2010Plans for a half million pound investment in Newport Swimming Pool as part of the Borough Towns Initiative regeneration programme are set to start on Monday 6 September.
Parts of the roof will be replaced and the installation of a new air handling unit and insulation within the pool hall will improve the experience for swimmers and spectators.
The pool will be closed to the public from Monday 6 September for an estimated 10-12 weeks to enable the essential maintenance and refurbishment work to be undertaken.
Scores on the doors helps boost standards
August 31st, 2010More premises have been added to the Telford & Wrekin Scores on the Doors website, meaning you can be even more informed about where to eat in the borough.
The latest scores are all online at www.telford.gov.uk/scoresonthedoors with over half being awarded the top five or four stars.
£££ For Projects Big Society success
August 31st, 2010Telford & Wrekin Council's ground-breaking grass-roots initiative, £££ for Projects, has successfully mobilised residents of the borough to come up with a wide range of imaginative ideas to enhance their local community
More than 2,000 suggestions have been put forward by borough residents.- demonstrating that local people know what is best for their own communities and do want to become more involved in decision-making
Parish Council Pleads Case for Local Policing in Shropshire
August 27th, 2010A Shropshire parish council is urging the government not to make spending cuts which could reduce Local Policing in communities across the county.
Condover Parish Council has been so impressed with its Local Policing team, it has written to West Mercia Chief Constable Paul West praising the service and voicing concern about proposed cuts.
Copies of the letter have also been sent to Shrewsbury & Atcham MP Daniel Kawczynski and West Mercia Police Authority chairman Sheila Blagg.
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New safety scheme at Hadley Learning Community
August 27th, 2010A new safety scheme to prevent off road bikes, quads and mini motos using the grounds at Hadley Learning Community has been completed with the installation of permanent barriers.
Both school users and members of the community accessing facilities at Hadley Learning Community were being put in danger by the illegal use of such vehicles.
The Safer Stronger Communities Partnership to include West Mercia Police, Hadley & Leegomery Parish Council and Interserve have worked together to achieve a more sustainable solution following criminal damage to previous installations.
