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There’s lots on for children and young people across Warwickshire this February half term, with events taking place at country parks, museums, libraries and local centres.
Explore, play, learn: Keep kids busy and healthy this half‑term – Warwickshire County Council
There’s lots on for children and young people across Warwickshire this February half term, with events taking place at country parks, museums, libr
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February 5, 2026 at 10:50 AM
There’s lots on for children and young people across Warwickshire this February half term, with events taking place at country parks, museums, libraries and local centres.
Could you spot the warning signs?
Many homes have a range of electrical goods, from those that help us with everyday tasks such as washing machines and dishwashers through to appliances that we use around the house such as games consoles, electric blankets, kettles, and much more.
Many homes have a range of electrical goods, from those that help us with everyday tasks such as washing machines and dishwashers through to appliances that we use around the house such as games consoles, electric blankets, kettles, and much more.
Could you spot the warning signs before an electrical fire starts? – Warwickshire County Council
Many homes have a range of electrical goods, from those that help us with everyday tasks such as washing machines and dishwashers through to appliances that we use around the house such as games conso...
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February 4, 2026 at 9:16 AM
Could you spot the warning signs?
Many homes have a range of electrical goods, from those that help us with everyday tasks such as washing machines and dishwashers through to appliances that we use around the house such as games consoles, electric blankets, kettles, and much more.
Many homes have a range of electrical goods, from those that help us with everyday tasks such as washing machines and dishwashers through to appliances that we use around the house such as games consoles, electric blankets, kettles, and much more.
Nationally 1 in 4 women and 1 in 5 men have experienced rape or sexual abuse, and at least 1 in 6 children too*.
This Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week, Warwickshire County Council and partners are reaffirming the message that #ItsNotOK for any form of abuse.
This Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week, Warwickshire County Council and partners are reaffirming the message that #ItsNotOK for any form of abuse.
Warwickshire stands with survivors for Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2026 – Warwickshire County Council
Warwickshire stands with survivors for Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2026
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February 3, 2026 at 3:29 PM
Nationally 1 in 4 women and 1 in 5 men have experienced rape or sexual abuse, and at least 1 in 6 children too*.
This Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week, Warwickshire County Council and partners are reaffirming the message that #ItsNotOK for any form of abuse.
This Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week, Warwickshire County Council and partners are reaffirming the message that #ItsNotOK for any form of abuse.
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Key dates to be aware of ahead of the All Saints and Woodloes town ward by-election on Thursday 26 February 2026:
✏️ Register to vote by midnight, Tuesday 10 February
✉️ Apply for a postal vote by 5pm, Wednesday 11 February
👥 Apply for a proxy vote by 5pm, Wednesday 18 February
✏️ Register to vote by midnight, Tuesday 10 February
✉️ Apply for a postal vote by 5pm, Wednesday 11 February
👥 Apply for a proxy vote by 5pm, Wednesday 18 February
February 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Key dates to be aware of ahead of the All Saints and Woodloes town ward by-election on Thursday 26 February 2026:
✏️ Register to vote by midnight, Tuesday 10 February
✉️ Apply for a postal vote by 5pm, Wednesday 11 February
👥 Apply for a proxy vote by 5pm, Wednesday 18 February
✏️ Register to vote by midnight, Tuesday 10 February
✉️ Apply for a postal vote by 5pm, Wednesday 11 February
👥 Apply for a proxy vote by 5pm, Wednesday 18 February
Warwickshire County Council has awarded its highways maintenance contract along with partners at Coventry City Council and Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council to Balfour Beatty Living Places.
Seven-year contract awarded for Warwickshire’s highways maintenance – Warwickshire County Council
Warwickshire County Council has awarded its highways maintenance contract along with partners at Coventry City Council and Solihull Metropolitan Borough Counci
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February 2, 2026 at 10:14 AM
Warwickshire County Council has awarded its highways maintenance contract along with partners at Coventry City Council and Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council to Balfour Beatty Living Places.
This week we are celebrating 8 years of Adoption Central England! 🥳
In 8 years, ACE has matched 739 children with their adoptive families
If you have considered adopting
Visit https://orlo.uk/ACE_Adoption_jUWmt
Call 0300 369 0556
#AdoptionCentralEngland #ACEAdoption#SupportForAdopters
In 8 years, ACE has matched 739 children with their adoptive families
If you have considered adopting
Visit https://orlo.uk/ACE_Adoption_jUWmt
Call 0300 369 0556
#AdoptionCentralEngland #ACEAdoption#SupportForAdopters
February 2, 2026 at 8:01 AM
This week we are celebrating 8 years of Adoption Central England! 🥳
In 8 years, ACE has matched 739 children with their adoptive families
If you have considered adopting
Visit https://orlo.uk/ACE_Adoption_jUWmt
Call 0300 369 0556
#AdoptionCentralEngland #ACEAdoption#SupportForAdopters
In 8 years, ACE has matched 739 children with their adoptive families
If you have considered adopting
Visit https://orlo.uk/ACE_Adoption_jUWmt
Call 0300 369 0556
#AdoptionCentralEngland #ACEAdoption#SupportForAdopters
The latest Warwickshire SEND newsletter is now out! 👏
The January edition includes:
• Supporting families and schools with SEND in Warwickshire
• Support for wellbeing and attendance
• SENDIAS: Free support for parent carers and young people
Visit for more⤵
mailchi.mp/warwickshire...
The January edition includes:
• Supporting families and schools with SEND in Warwickshire
• Support for wellbeing and attendance
• SENDIAS: Free support for parent carers and young people
Visit for more⤵
mailchi.mp/warwickshire...
February 1, 2026 at 12:26 PM
The latest Warwickshire SEND newsletter is now out! 👏
The January edition includes:
• Supporting families and schools with SEND in Warwickshire
• Support for wellbeing and attendance
• SENDIAS: Free support for parent carers and young people
Visit for more⤵
mailchi.mp/warwickshire...
The January edition includes:
• Supporting families and schools with SEND in Warwickshire
• Support for wellbeing and attendance
• SENDIAS: Free support for parent carers and young people
Visit for more⤵
mailchi.mp/warwickshire...
The Warwick Half Marathon is back this Sunday!
Runners will take on the 13.1‑mile route through Warwick and the nearby villages, and several road closures will be in place throughout the event.
Wishing everyone taking part an amazing race! 🏃♂️🏃♀️✨
Read more here: www.warwickdc.gov.uk/events/event...
Runners will take on the 13.1‑mile route through Warwick and the nearby villages, and several road closures will be in place throughout the event.
Wishing everyone taking part an amazing race! 🏃♂️🏃♀️✨
Read more here: www.warwickdc.gov.uk/events/event...
January 31, 2026 at 8:57 AM
The Warwick Half Marathon is back this Sunday!
Runners will take on the 13.1‑mile route through Warwick and the nearby villages, and several road closures will be in place throughout the event.
Wishing everyone taking part an amazing race! 🏃♂️🏃♀️✨
Read more here: www.warwickdc.gov.uk/events/event...
Runners will take on the 13.1‑mile route through Warwick and the nearby villages, and several road closures will be in place throughout the event.
Wishing everyone taking part an amazing race! 🏃♂️🏃♀️✨
Read more here: www.warwickdc.gov.uk/events/event...
Feeling lonely? You’re not alone.
Loneliness can impact both mental and physical health, but help is available.
Visit the Living Well webpages for help to stay connected and improve your wellbeing.
https://orlo.uk/Living_Well_TEhZC
#LivingWell #Healthandwellbeing #Healthyageing
Loneliness can impact both mental and physical health, but help is available.
Visit the Living Well webpages for help to stay connected and improve your wellbeing.
https://orlo.uk/Living_Well_TEhZC
#LivingWell #Healthandwellbeing #Healthyageing
January 30, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Feeling lonely? You’re not alone.
Loneliness can impact both mental and physical health, but help is available.
Visit the Living Well webpages for help to stay connected and improve your wellbeing.
https://orlo.uk/Living_Well_TEhZC
#LivingWell #Healthandwellbeing #Healthyageing
Loneliness can impact both mental and physical health, but help is available.
Visit the Living Well webpages for help to stay connected and improve your wellbeing.
https://orlo.uk/Living_Well_TEhZC
#LivingWell #Healthandwellbeing #Healthyageing
The recent report from WCC’s Winter HAF programme shows how many of the county’s children and young people were able to benefit from fun packed and healthy school holiday activities.
Warwickshire’s Winter Holiday Activities and Food Programme makes a positive difference for families – Warwickshire County Council
The recent report from Warwickshire County Council’s winter Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme shows how many of t
www.warwickshire.gov.uk
January 30, 2026 at 3:44 PM
The recent report from WCC’s Winter HAF programme shows how many of the county’s children and young people were able to benefit from fun packed and healthy school holiday activities.
This week’s Cabinet meeting focused heavily on financial planning ahead of next week’s Full Council, but members also discussed other key areas of work, including improving early years outcomes in a priority area and educational sufficiency across the county.
Warwickshire County Council Cabinet - 27 January 2026 – Warwickshire County Council
Find out what was discussed at the January 2026 meeting of WCC Cabinet
Financial matters ahead of next week’s meeting of full council dominated the agenda at
www.warwickshire.gov.uk
January 28, 2026 at 2:59 PM
This week’s Cabinet meeting focused heavily on financial planning ahead of next week’s Full Council, but members also discussed other key areas of work, including improving early years outcomes in a priority area and educational sufficiency across the county.
Warwickshire County Council’s Cabinet has approved the allocation of the 2026/27 Dedicated Schools Grant, confirming how more than £752 million of government funding will be distributed to support schools, early years providers and children and young people with SEND across the county.
Warwickshire County Council agrees allocation of £752 million Dedicated Schools Grant for 2026/27 – Warwickshire County Council
Warwickshire County Council’s Cabinet has approved the allocation of the 2026/27 Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG), confirming how more than £752 million&n
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January 28, 2026 at 11:32 AM
Warwickshire County Council’s Cabinet has approved the allocation of the 2026/27 Dedicated Schools Grant, confirming how more than £752 million of government funding will be distributed to support schools, early years providers and children and young people with SEND across the county.
Warwickshire Youth Justice Service has been rated ‘Good’ with areas of outstanding practice following a recent inspection by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Probation.
Warwickshire Youth Justice Service rated ‘Good’ by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Probation – Warwickshire County Council
Youth Justice, Inspection, young people, Warwickshire
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January 27, 2026 at 12:27 PM
Warwickshire Youth Justice Service has been rated ‘Good’ with areas of outstanding practice following a recent inspection by His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Probation.
A masterplan that will create a vibrant, accessible and thriving environment on and around the Parade in Leamington Spa has been finalised.
The masterplan will create a place that will boost the economy, create a safer and accessible environment and reinforce the town’s Conservation Area status.
The masterplan will create a place that will boost the economy, create a safer and accessible environment and reinforce the town’s Conservation Area status.
Concept Masterplan for the Parade in Leamington Spa finalised – Warwickshire County Council
A masterplan that will create a vibrant, accessible and thriving environment on and around the Parade in Leamington Spa has been finalised.
Th
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January 26, 2026 at 3:07 PM
A masterplan that will create a vibrant, accessible and thriving environment on and around the Parade in Leamington Spa has been finalised.
The masterplan will create a place that will boost the economy, create a safer and accessible environment and reinforce the town’s Conservation Area status.
The masterplan will create a place that will boost the economy, create a safer and accessible environment and reinforce the town’s Conservation Area status.
We have joined with the f40 group to urge the Government to deliver much needed education reform and fairer funding for schools and for children with special educational needs and disabilities, in response to the growing pressures on SEND provision.
Warwickshire County Council backs national campaign for fairer funding and major reform to SEND provision – Warwickshire County Council
SEND funding, F40 campaign, education, SEND, children and young people
www.warwickshire.gov.uk
January 23, 2026 at 8:49 PM
We have joined with the f40 group to urge the Government to deliver much needed education reform and fairer funding for schools and for children with special educational needs and disabilities, in response to the growing pressures on SEND provision.
Warwickshire County Council is inviting residents aged 18 and over to join its Voice of Warwickshire online panel.
The Voice of Warwickshire is made up of local people who help the county council better understand the views, needs, and priorities of communities across the area.
The Voice of Warwickshire is made up of local people who help the county council better understand the views, needs, and priorities of communities across the area.
Warwickshire County Council is looking for more people to join its Voice of Warwickshire residents’ panel – Warwickshire County Council
Warwickshire County Council is encouraging residents aged 18 and over to join its Voice of Warwickshire online panel.
www.warwickshire.gov.uk
January 23, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Warwickshire County Council is inviting residents aged 18 and over to join its Voice of Warwickshire online panel.
The Voice of Warwickshire is made up of local people who help the county council better understand the views, needs, and priorities of communities across the area.
The Voice of Warwickshire is made up of local people who help the county council better understand the views, needs, and priorities of communities across the area.
Two Educational Psychologists, Sarah Crawford and Jo Ward, have received national recognition for their work supporting literacy development in schools across Staffordshire and Warwickshire.
Educational Psychologists Recognised for Literacy Work – Warwickshire County Council
Educational Psychologists, EPATT, Literacy, Awards, Education, Children, Schools
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January 21, 2026 at 2:50 PM
Two Educational Psychologists, Sarah Crawford and Jo Ward, have received national recognition for their work supporting literacy development in schools across Staffordshire and Warwickshire.
A comprehensive package of practical resources, launched by Warwickshire County Council, gives schools the tools they need to work alongside families and ensure pupils who experience Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance get the right help at the right time.
Supporting attendance and wellbeing: Warwickshire introduces new support for Emotionally Based School Non‑Attendance – Warwickshire County Council
Support is being rolled out across Warwickshire to help children and young people who are struggling to attend school.  
www.warwickshire.gov.uk
January 21, 2026 at 11:10 AM
A comprehensive package of practical resources, launched by Warwickshire County Council, gives schools the tools they need to work alongside families and ensure pupils who experience Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance get the right help at the right time.
Did you know that if you provide regular unpaid emotional or physical support to a friend, neighbour, family member or member of the community you might be able to receive a payment from us, to help support you outside of your caring role?
Find out more https://orlo.uk/5NzWO
Find out more https://orlo.uk/5NzWO
January 20, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Did you know that if you provide regular unpaid emotional or physical support to a friend, neighbour, family member or member of the community you might be able to receive a payment from us, to help support you outside of your caring role?
Find out more https://orlo.uk/5NzWO
Find out more https://orlo.uk/5NzWO
Improve the safety of your home by registering electrical appliances!
Almost a quarter (24%) of UK homeowners might not immediately hear about a recall on an appliance they own because they are not registered. This Register My Appliance week is a quick way to improve the safety of the family home.
Almost a quarter (24%) of UK homeowners might not immediately hear about a recall on an appliance they own because they are not registered. This Register My Appliance week is a quick way to improve the safety of the family home.
Improve the safety of your home by registering electrical appliances this Register My Appliance week – Warwickshire County Council
Registering electrical appliances helps to alert owners of safety updates and product recalls, ensuring that appliances in the home are safe and up to da
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January 20, 2026 at 12:39 PM
Improve the safety of your home by registering electrical appliances!
Almost a quarter (24%) of UK homeowners might not immediately hear about a recall on an appliance they own because they are not registered. This Register My Appliance week is a quick way to improve the safety of the family home.
Almost a quarter (24%) of UK homeowners might not immediately hear about a recall on an appliance they own because they are not registered. This Register My Appliance week is a quick way to improve the safety of the family home.
A scheme providing financial assistance to help those who may be struggling with their utility bills this winter is now available for a time limited period.
The scheme will close on 16 February 2026 or sooner if all the funding is allocated before this date.
The scheme will close on 16 February 2026 or sooner if all the funding is allocated before this date.
Utility bill support available through Warwickshire Local Welfare Scheme – Warwickshire County Council
Utility bill support available through Warwickshire Local Welfare Scheme
www.warwickshire.gov.uk
January 19, 2026 at 1:33 PM
A scheme providing financial assistance to help those who may be struggling with their utility bills this winter is now available for a time limited period.
The scheme will close on 16 February 2026 or sooner if all the funding is allocated before this date.
The scheme will close on 16 February 2026 or sooner if all the funding is allocated before this date.
The Warwickshire Youth Council is pleased to announce the opening of its Project Grant Fund, aimed at supporting the county’s community and voluntary organisations that provide essential services for young people aged 11-17.
Warwickshire Youth Council launches grant fund to support local youth projects – Warwickshire County Council
The Warwickshire Youth Council is pleased to announce the opening of its Project Grant Fund, aimed at supporting the county’s community and vo
www.warwickshire.gov.uk
January 16, 2026 at 5:53 PM
The Warwickshire Youth Council is pleased to announce the opening of its Project Grant Fund, aimed at supporting the county’s community and voluntary organisations that provide essential services for young people aged 11-17.
Did you know that if you provide regular unpaid emotional or physical support to a friend, neighbour, family member or member of the community you might be able to receive a payment from us, to help support you outside of your caring role?
Find out more https://orlo.uk/XuuX5
Find out more https://orlo.uk/XuuX5
January 16, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Did you know that if you provide regular unpaid emotional or physical support to a friend, neighbour, family member or member of the community you might be able to receive a payment from us, to help support you outside of your caring role?
Find out more https://orlo.uk/XuuX5
Find out more https://orlo.uk/XuuX5
Whether people are passionate about music, sport or food, there's one thing that can take them deeper into what they love: reading. That's the philosophy behind Warwickshire Libraries' exciting support for the National Year of Reading 2026, a nationwide campaign with the rallying cry 'Go All In.'
Warwickshire Libraries ‘Go All In’ for National Year of Reading 2026 – Warwickshire County Council
From crime thrillers to summer reading festivals, libraries across Warwickshire are launching an ambitious programme to make reading irresistible in 2026 
www.warwickshire.gov.uk
January 14, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Whether people are passionate about music, sport or food, there's one thing that can take them deeper into what they love: reading. That's the philosophy behind Warwickshire Libraries' exciting support for the National Year of Reading 2026, a nationwide campaign with the rallying cry 'Go All In.'
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service, as part of the Fire Kills campaign, is asking people to make sure they fit smoke alarms on every level of their home and to test them regularly.
#SmokeAlarms
#SmokeAlarms
How many smoke alarms do you have? – Warwickshire County Council
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service (WFRS), as part of the Fire Kills campaign, is asking people to make sure they fit smoke alarms on every level of their home and to test them regularly.
www.warwickshire.gov.uk
January 13, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service, as part of the Fire Kills campaign, is asking people to make sure they fit smoke alarms on every level of their home and to test them regularly.
#SmokeAlarms
#SmokeAlarms