News and alerts
In this section you will find the the latest news and other important alerts in your area.

13 February 2026
New business guide launched to help Evesham thrive
A new advice guide has been launched to support local businesses and help protect Evesham’s unique heritage.
The Evesham Town Centre Business Guide brings together key information on everything from…

13 February 2026
Legal action planned to make Raven Hotel safe
Further legal action is planned against the owner of the former Raven Hotel in Droitwich Spa, as concerns grow about the building’s deteriorating condition and risk to public safety.
Wychavon is pre…

12 February 2026
Council Tax Freeze and £5 million support package for Wychavon Residents
Wychavon’s share of Council Tax will be kept on hold for the seventh time in nine years as part of an ambitious budget to support our residents, businesses, communities and the environment.
The prop…

12 February 2026
Primate owners urged to get licensed
Owners of pet monkeys, lemurs, chimpanzees and other primates across Wychavon are being urged to get licensed before new rules come into force.
From 6 April, 2026, anyone in England who owns a prima…

05 February 2026
Help shape the future of Worcestershire
Wychavon residents are being urged to have their say on the most significant change to local councils in Worcestershire for more than 50 years.
The Government has today (5 February) launched a seven…

02 February 2026
Have your say on new infrastructure charges
Residents can have their say on how much councils in South Worcestershire should charge developers for providing infrastructure to support new homes and businesses.
Malvern Hills District, Worcester…

30 January 2026
Historic farmhouse restoration reaches major milestone
A unique project to restore and convert a historic farmhouse in Droitwich Spa into social housing has reached a major milestone.
Those involved in the Willow Court Farmhouse restoration work climbed…

28 January 2026
Wychavon to buy Riverside Shopping Centre by March
Wychavon is on track to buy Evesham’s Riverside Shopping Centre within a matter of weeks.
Negotiations with an external funding partner, which isn't being named at this time due to commercial confid…

21 January 2026
A Warm Georgian Welcome: New Banners Celebrate Pershore’s Identity
Pershore’s entrances have been given a fresh new look thanks to the installation of bespoke lamppost banners designed to offer a brighter, more inviting welcome to the town.
The project, delivered b…

