Inspectors clear way for approval of SWDPR
Published: 16 March 2026
Councils in South Worcestershire are set to move forward with the adoption of a key planning document that will give them greater control over planning decisions.
Independe…
New Abbey Bridge Mural Celebrates Evesham’s History Through Community Creativity
A striking new mural is taking shape on Evesham’s Abbey Bridge, as artist Tech Moon, Krishna Malla, brings to life a large-scale artwork inspired by the town’s heritage, landscape and community ident…
Council Tax freeze and £5 million We Are Wychavon Fund agreed
Wychavon has agreed to freeze its share of Council Tax for the seventh time in nine years as well as a £5 million package to support residents, businesses, communities and the environment.
The decis…
Lav-ish praise as Wychavon cleans up at loo awards
Wychavon’s public toilets are officially a lav-el above the rest after bowling over the competition at the Loo of the Year Awards 2026.
The district’s conveniences won Best Local Authority Public To…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…