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

03 December 2025
Five Worcestershire councils submit two-unitary proposal
A landmark proposal to reshape local government in Worcestershire has been formally submitted to the Government, following approval by five local councils.
The document - Transforming Worcestershire…
28 November 2025
Shining a light on planning excellence
The national planning spotlight was on Malvern Hills and Wychavon, as the two councils played host to some prestigious visitors.
Helen Fadipe MBE, President of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RT…

26 November 2025
New site reveals details of Wychavon Town
A new website has been launched offering more details into plans to develop a new town around Worcestershire Parkway Railway Station.
The official name of the town has also been confirmed as Wychav…

25 November 2025
Pershore Town Centre Upgrade Improves Church Walk for All
Wychavon, in collaboration with the Pershore Place Board and Worcestershire County Council Highways, has completed a series of enhancements to Church Walk in Pershore - transforming the area into a…

24 November 2025
Call to end supported accommodation penalty
The Government is being called on to use the Autumn Budget to fix a flaw in the welfare system that penalises young people in supported accommodation for finding work.
Wychavon, Malvern Hills Distri…

20 November 2025
Wychavon approves two council plan
An ambitious blueprint to radically improve council services and outcomes for residents, businesses and visitors across Worcestershire has been approved by Wychavon.
Councillors overwhelmingly backe…

29 October 2025
Droitwich Spa Health Corridor officially opens
A new health corridor has been officially opened as part of Wychavon District Council’s multi-million-pound investment in leisure and wellbeing projects in Droitwich Spa.
The towpath running along…

24 October 2025
A chance to step back into Broadway’s past
The secrets of a fascinating archaeological site in Broadway are set to go on show to the public.
Worcestershire Archaeology is holding a Milestone Ground Archaeology Open Afternoon on Friday, 31 Oc…

15 October 2025
Plan will strengthen protection against inappropriate development
Planning inspectors have confirmed the three South Worcestershire Councils will have enough land to resist inappropriate housing development in the future, offering greater protection to communities…

