Worcester City Council
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Worcester City Council is proposing budget measures for 2026/27.
These include a 5% rise in council car park charges, new parking fees at Diglis Playing Fields and Waterworks Rd and a black bin replacement fee.
Find out more 👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/news/city-co...
These include a 5% rise in council car park charges, new parking fees at Diglis Playing Fields and Waterworks Rd and a black bin replacement fee.
Find out more 👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/news/city-co...
January 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Worcester City Council is proposing budget measures for 2026/27.
These include a 5% rise in council car park charges, new parking fees at Diglis Playing Fields and Waterworks Rd and a black bin replacement fee.
Find out more 👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/news/city-co...
These include a 5% rise in council car park charges, new parking fees at Diglis Playing Fields and Waterworks Rd and a black bin replacement fee.
Find out more 👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/news/city-co...
John Singer Sargent: an American in Worcestershire opens TODAY (Saturday) and runs until Sunday 14 June at Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum
Find out more and book tickets ➡️ www.museumsworcestershire.org.uk/events/john-...
Find out more and book tickets ➡️ www.museumsworcestershire.org.uk/events/john-...
January 17, 2026 at 6:00 AM
John Singer Sargent: an American in Worcestershire opens TODAY (Saturday) and runs until Sunday 14 June at Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum
Find out more and book tickets ➡️ www.museumsworcestershire.org.uk/events/john-...
Find out more and book tickets ➡️ www.museumsworcestershire.org.uk/events/john-...
Worcester City Council is asking for feedback on a new Street Trading Policy 🚚🍦
The draft policy sets out how applications will be assessed and introduces a more flexible, event-by-event licensing option.
Have your say by Friday 20 February here 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/council/consultations
The draft policy sets out how applications will be assessed and introduces a more flexible, event-by-event licensing option.
Have your say by Friday 20 February here 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/council/consultations
January 16, 2026 at 10:33 AM
Worcester City Council is asking for feedback on a new Street Trading Policy 🚚🍦
The draft policy sets out how applications will be assessed and introduces a more flexible, event-by-event licensing option.
Have your say by Friday 20 February here 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/council/consultations
The draft policy sets out how applications will be assessed and introduces a more flexible, event-by-event licensing option.
Have your say by Friday 20 February here 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/council/consultations
🌞🔧 Make your home energy-smart – for free!
The Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme provides free home improvements that could make your property cheaper to heat and keep warm in the winter months.
📲 For full eligibility and how to apply: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/WHLG
The Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme provides free home improvements that could make your property cheaper to heat and keep warm in the winter months.
📲 For full eligibility and how to apply: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/WHLG
January 15, 2026 at 11:45 AM
🌞🔧 Make your home energy-smart – for free!
The Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme provides free home improvements that could make your property cheaper to heat and keep warm in the winter months.
📲 For full eligibility and how to apply: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/WHLG
The Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme provides free home improvements that could make your property cheaper to heat and keep warm in the winter months.
📲 For full eligibility and how to apply: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/WHLG
🧒👧 Have your say on plans for Medway Road play area.
New plans aim to address a shortage of facilities for older children, with added natural play opportunities identified through the Council’s Play Plan.
👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/voiceit
New plans aim to address a shortage of facilities for older children, with added natural play opportunities identified through the Council’s Play Plan.
👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/voiceit
January 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM
🧒👧 Have your say on plans for Medway Road play area.
New plans aim to address a shortage of facilities for older children, with added natural play opportunities identified through the Council’s Play Plan.
👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/voiceit
New plans aim to address a shortage of facilities for older children, with added natural play opportunities identified through the Council’s Play Plan.
👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/voiceit
♻️Worcester, you’re already doing a fantastic job recycling your paper and cardboard 💚
To boost our recycling rates even more, here are a few easy habits that make a big difference:
📦 Keep it flat
✂️ Keep it the right size
☔ Keep it dry
To boost our recycling rates even more, here are a few easy habits that make a big difference:
📦 Keep it flat
✂️ Keep it the right size
☔ Keep it dry
January 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM
♻️Worcester, you’re already doing a fantastic job recycling your paper and cardboard 💚
To boost our recycling rates even more, here are a few easy habits that make a big difference:
📦 Keep it flat
✂️ Keep it the right size
☔ Keep it dry
To boost our recycling rates even more, here are a few easy habits that make a big difference:
📦 Keep it flat
✂️ Keep it the right size
☔ Keep it dry
🗓️ Don't miss out! If you need help to renew your postal vote, we're here to help today at the Guildhall, 10am-3pm.
📮New rules mean your postal vote will expire on 31 January if you don't reapply.
🔗If you can't get to the Guildhall, you can do it online at www.gov.uk/apply-postal...
#Worcester
📮New rules mean your postal vote will expire on 31 January if you don't reapply.
🔗If you can't get to the Guildhall, you can do it online at www.gov.uk/apply-postal...
#Worcester
January 13, 2026 at 8:05 AM
🗓️ Don't miss out! If you need help to renew your postal vote, we're here to help today at the Guildhall, 10am-3pm.
📮New rules mean your postal vote will expire on 31 January if you don't reapply.
🔗If you can't get to the Guildhall, you can do it online at www.gov.uk/apply-postal...
#Worcester
📮New rules mean your postal vote will expire on 31 January if you don't reapply.
🔗If you can't get to the Guildhall, you can do it online at www.gov.uk/apply-postal...
#Worcester
🗓️ Don't miss out! If you need help to renew your postal vote, we're here to help today & tomorrow at the Guildhall, 10am-3pm.
📮New rules mean your postal vote will expire on 31 January if you don't reapply.
🔗If you can't get to the Guildhall, you can do it online at www.gov.uk/apply-postal...
📮New rules mean your postal vote will expire on 31 January if you don't reapply.
🔗If you can't get to the Guildhall, you can do it online at www.gov.uk/apply-postal...
January 12, 2026 at 10:05 PM
🗓️ Don't miss out! If you need help to renew your postal vote, we're here to help today & tomorrow at the Guildhall, 10am-3pm.
📮New rules mean your postal vote will expire on 31 January if you don't reapply.
🔗If you can't get to the Guildhall, you can do it online at www.gov.uk/apply-postal...
📮New rules mean your postal vote will expire on 31 January if you don't reapply.
🔗If you can't get to the Guildhall, you can do it online at www.gov.uk/apply-postal...
🏡💡 Warm Homes: Local Grant Scheme now open in Worcester!
Free home improvements are now available to residents in Worcester to help make homes warmer and reduce heating bills. For full eligibility and how to apply:
👉 Visit: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/WHLG
Free home improvements are now available to residents in Worcester to help make homes warmer and reduce heating bills. For full eligibility and how to apply:
👉 Visit: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/WHLG
January 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM
🏡💡 Warm Homes: Local Grant Scheme now open in Worcester!
Free home improvements are now available to residents in Worcester to help make homes warmer and reduce heating bills. For full eligibility and how to apply:
👉 Visit: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/WHLG
Free home improvements are now available to residents in Worcester to help make homes warmer and reduce heating bills. For full eligibility and how to apply:
👉 Visit: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/WHLG
🌳Have your say on plans for Horizon Hub play area 🌳
Proposals include:
✔️ Extending the play area
✔️ New natural play features around the mature sycamore tree
✔️ Replacing ageing toddler equipment
Share your views before 6 February:
👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/voiceit
Proposals include:
✔️ Extending the play area
✔️ New natural play features around the mature sycamore tree
✔️ Replacing ageing toddler equipment
Share your views before 6 February:
👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/voiceit
January 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM
🌳Have your say on plans for Horizon Hub play area 🌳
Proposals include:
✔️ Extending the play area
✔️ New natural play features around the mature sycamore tree
✔️ Replacing ageing toddler equipment
Share your views before 6 February:
👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/voiceit
Proposals include:
✔️ Extending the play area
✔️ New natural play features around the mature sycamore tree
✔️ Replacing ageing toddler equipment
Share your views before 6 February:
👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/voiceit
📬 Postal voter? Don’t lose your vote.
You must re-apply by 31 Jan 2026 to keep voting by post.
👋 Our Elections Team are holding drop-ins at the Guildhall to help you re-apply
🗓️ 12–13 Jan | ⏰ 10am–3pm
🔗Or apply online: www.gov.uk/apply-postal...
#PostalVote #YourVoteMatters #Worcester
You must re-apply by 31 Jan 2026 to keep voting by post.
👋 Our Elections Team are holding drop-ins at the Guildhall to help you re-apply
🗓️ 12–13 Jan | ⏰ 10am–3pm
🔗Or apply online: www.gov.uk/apply-postal...
#PostalVote #YourVoteMatters #Worcester
January 10, 2026 at 7:45 AM
📬 Postal voter? Don’t lose your vote.
You must re-apply by 31 Jan 2026 to keep voting by post.
👋 Our Elections Team are holding drop-ins at the Guildhall to help you re-apply
🗓️ 12–13 Jan | ⏰ 10am–3pm
🔗Or apply online: www.gov.uk/apply-postal...
#PostalVote #YourVoteMatters #Worcester
You must re-apply by 31 Jan 2026 to keep voting by post.
👋 Our Elections Team are holding drop-ins at the Guildhall to help you re-apply
🗓️ 12–13 Jan | ⏰ 10am–3pm
🔗Or apply online: www.gov.uk/apply-postal...
#PostalVote #YourVoteMatters #Worcester
❄️Despite the snow and ice, visitors are welcome at Astwood Cemetery.
Our teams have used an amazing remote controlled RoboFlail machine to clear the entrance - check out these before and after pictures!
#Worcester #StormGoretti #Snow #Open4Business
Our teams have used an amazing remote controlled RoboFlail machine to clear the entrance - check out these before and after pictures!
#Worcester #StormGoretti #Snow #Open4Business
January 9, 2026 at 10:44 AM
❄️Despite the snow and ice, visitors are welcome at Astwood Cemetery.
Our teams have used an amazing remote controlled RoboFlail machine to clear the entrance - check out these before and after pictures!
#Worcester #StormGoretti #Snow #Open4Business
Our teams have used an amazing remote controlled RoboFlail machine to clear the entrance - check out these before and after pictures!
#Worcester #StormGoretti #Snow #Open4Business
❄️ Bin collections are operating as normal in Worcester today despite the snow.
If we’re unable to access your bin, please leave it out and we’ll return to empty it as soon as possible.
#StormGoretti
If we’re unable to access your bin, please leave it out and we’ll return to empty it as soon as possible.
#StormGoretti
January 9, 2026 at 7:10 AM
❄️ Bin collections are operating as normal in Worcester today despite the snow.
If we’re unable to access your bin, please leave it out and we’ll return to empty it as soon as possible.
#StormGoretti
If we’re unable to access your bin, please leave it out and we’ll return to empty it as soon as possible.
#StormGoretti
Understanding the facts matters.
Worcester City Council has published a new page explaining the differences between migrants, asylum seekers and refugees, and how the asylum system works.
🔗 www.worcester.gov.uk/housing/immi...
#KnowTheFacts #Worcester #Asylum #Refugees
Worcester City Council has published a new page explaining the differences between migrants, asylum seekers and refugees, and how the asylum system works.
🔗 www.worcester.gov.uk/housing/immi...
#KnowTheFacts #Worcester #Asylum #Refugees
January 8, 2026 at 7:15 PM
Understanding the facts matters.
Worcester City Council has published a new page explaining the differences between migrants, asylum seekers and refugees, and how the asylum system works.
🔗 www.worcester.gov.uk/housing/immi...
#KnowTheFacts #Worcester #Asylum #Refugees
Worcester City Council has published a new page explaining the differences between migrants, asylum seekers and refugees, and how the asylum system works.
🔗 www.worcester.gov.uk/housing/immi...
#KnowTheFacts #Worcester #Asylum #Refugees
❄️ With an amber weather warning in place tonight due to snow, please spare a thought for those sleeping rough.
Shelters are open across Worcestershire under the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP).
If you’re concerned about someone sleeping rough, report it here:
👉 thestreetlink.org.uk/
Shelters are open across Worcestershire under the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP).
If you’re concerned about someone sleeping rough, report it here:
👉 thestreetlink.org.uk/
January 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM
❄️ With an amber weather warning in place tonight due to snow, please spare a thought for those sleeping rough.
Shelters are open across Worcestershire under the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP).
If you’re concerned about someone sleeping rough, report it here:
👉 thestreetlink.org.uk/
Shelters are open across Worcestershire under the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP).
If you’re concerned about someone sleeping rough, report it here:
👉 thestreetlink.org.uk/
🚧 Due to an electrical issue, the Croft Road toilets are closed today.
Unfortunately, this has also impacted the adjacent café.
Sorry for the inconvenience and thanks for bearing with us.
Unfortunately, this has also impacted the adjacent café.
Sorry for the inconvenience and thanks for bearing with us.
January 8, 2026 at 11:59 AM
🚧 Due to an electrical issue, the Croft Road toilets are closed today.
Unfortunately, this has also impacted the adjacent café.
Sorry for the inconvenience and thanks for bearing with us.
Unfortunately, this has also impacted the adjacent café.
Sorry for the inconvenience and thanks for bearing with us.
🌬️ As Storm Goretti reaches #Worcester, please look out for vulnerable members of our community — elderly residents, young children, and those with long-term health conditions. Let’s keep each other safe. 🤝
#StormGoretti #Snow #StaySafe
#StormGoretti #Snow #StaySafe
January 8, 2026 at 6:45 AM
🌬️ As Storm Goretti reaches #Worcester, please look out for vulnerable members of our community — elderly residents, young children, and those with long-term health conditions. Let’s keep each other safe. 🤝
#StormGoretti #Snow #StaySafe
#StormGoretti #Snow #StaySafe
Recycling is Good #ButWeCanDoBetter by rehoming the stuff we no longer need.
De-cluttering doesn’t need to mean cluttering up our black bins. Consider donating, gifting or selling instead. For a list of local charity shops visit www.letswasteless.com/
De-cluttering doesn’t need to mean cluttering up our black bins. Consider donating, gifting or selling instead. For a list of local charity shops visit www.letswasteless.com/
January 7, 2026 at 4:53 PM
Recycling is Good #ButWeCanDoBetter by rehoming the stuff we no longer need.
De-cluttering doesn’t need to mean cluttering up our black bins. Consider donating, gifting or selling instead. For a list of local charity shops visit www.letswasteless.com/
De-cluttering doesn’t need to mean cluttering up our black bins. Consider donating, gifting or selling instead. For a list of local charity shops visit www.letswasteless.com/
🗳️ Final chance to have your say on South Worcestershire Development Plan Review.
📅 Consultation runs to 5pm 17 Feb 2026 on proposed “main modifications” from Planning Inspectors.
🔗 www.swdevelopmentplan.org/swdp-review/...
#Worcester #planning #housing
📅 Consultation runs to 5pm 17 Feb 2026 on proposed “main modifications” from Planning Inspectors.
🔗 www.swdevelopmentplan.org/swdp-review/...
#Worcester #planning #housing
January 6, 2026 at 7:25 PM
🗳️ Final chance to have your say on South Worcestershire Development Plan Review.
📅 Consultation runs to 5pm 17 Feb 2026 on proposed “main modifications” from Planning Inspectors.
🔗 www.swdevelopmentplan.org/swdp-review/...
#Worcester #planning #housing
📅 Consultation runs to 5pm 17 Feb 2026 on proposed “main modifications” from Planning Inspectors.
🔗 www.swdevelopmentplan.org/swdp-review/...
#Worcester #planning #housing
This cold weather can be especially tough for older members of our community ❄️
Please check in on elderly relatives, friends, or neighbours to make sure they’re warm, safe, and supported. Community care matters 🤍
Please check in on elderly relatives, friends, or neighbours to make sure they’re warm, safe, and supported. Community care matters 🤍
January 6, 2026 at 6:00 AM
This cold weather can be especially tough for older members of our community ❄️
Please check in on elderly relatives, friends, or neighbours to make sure they’re warm, safe, and supported. Community care matters 🤍
Please check in on elderly relatives, friends, or neighbours to make sure they’re warm, safe, and supported. Community care matters 🤍
🚧 Parking update 🚗
From tomorrow, there’ll be fewer spaces at King St car park due to construction work.
🅿️ Try St Martin’s Gate multi-storey or view other options:
www.worcester.gov.uk/parking
#Worcester #ParkingUpdate #TravelUpdate #WorcesterUK #Parking
From tomorrow, there’ll be fewer spaces at King St car park due to construction work.
🅿️ Try St Martin’s Gate multi-storey or view other options:
www.worcester.gov.uk/parking
#Worcester #ParkingUpdate #TravelUpdate #WorcesterUK #Parking
January 5, 2026 at 7:35 PM
🚧 Parking update 🚗
From tomorrow, there’ll be fewer spaces at King St car park due to construction work.
🅿️ Try St Martin’s Gate multi-storey or view other options:
www.worcester.gov.uk/parking
#Worcester #ParkingUpdate #TravelUpdate #WorcesterUK #Parking
From tomorrow, there’ll be fewer spaces at King St car park due to construction work.
🅿️ Try St Martin’s Gate multi-storey or view other options:
www.worcester.gov.uk/parking
#Worcester #ParkingUpdate #TravelUpdate #WorcesterUK #Parking
Councillors of Worcester City Council are meeting tonight (Monday) to discuss modifications to the South Worcestershire Development Plan.
You can watch the meeting live on YouTube from 7pm here 👉 www.youtube.com/worcestercit...
You can watch the meeting live on YouTube from 7pm here 👉 www.youtube.com/worcestercit...
January 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Councillors of Worcester City Council are meeting tonight (Monday) to discuss modifications to the South Worcestershire Development Plan.
You can watch the meeting live on YouTube from 7pm here 👉 www.youtube.com/worcestercit...
You can watch the meeting live on YouTube from 7pm here 👉 www.youtube.com/worcestercit...
❄️Due to icy conditions this morning, we have made the decision to close the roof section of the St Martin's Gate car park for safety reasons.
The remainder of St Martin's Gate car park is open as usual.
The remainder of St Martin's Gate car park is open as usual.
January 5, 2026 at 9:23 AM
❄️Due to icy conditions this morning, we have made the decision to close the roof section of the St Martin's Gate car park for safety reasons.
The remainder of St Martin's Gate car park is open as usual.
The remainder of St Martin's Gate car park is open as usual.
📢 Help shape how your money is spent
Tell us which #Worcester City Council services matter most by taking part in our budget consultation.
👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/voiceit
⏰ Closes 18 Jan
#Budget #HaveYOurSay #DemocracyInAction
Tell us which #Worcester City Council services matter most by taking part in our budget consultation.
👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/voiceit
⏰ Closes 18 Jan
#Budget #HaveYOurSay #DemocracyInAction
January 4, 2026 at 8:35 AM
📢 Help shape how your money is spent
Tell us which #Worcester City Council services matter most by taking part in our budget consultation.
👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/voiceit
⏰ Closes 18 Jan
#Budget #HaveYOurSay #DemocracyInAction
Tell us which #Worcester City Council services matter most by taking part in our budget consultation.
👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/voiceit
⏰ Closes 18 Jan
#Budget #HaveYOurSay #DemocracyInAction
It’s cold out there! ❄️ Don’t forget to check in on friends, family, and neighbours who might need a little extra support.
#Worcester #Cold #Vulnerable #Ice #Snow #Winter
#Worcester #Cold #Vulnerable #Ice #Snow #Winter
January 3, 2026 at 7:06 PM
It’s cold out there! ❄️ Don’t forget to check in on friends, family, and neighbours who might need a little extra support.
#Worcester #Cold #Vulnerable #Ice #Snow #Winter
#Worcester #Cold #Vulnerable #Ice #Snow #Winter