The meeting also heard that some unnamed hospitals balance “corridor care” and “car park care” when emergency departments are under pressure.
Dr Steyn added that it is “hiding the reality with figures…’
Read moreLeaders of Telford & Wrekin Council’s two main political groups locked horns over different views of the authority’s approach to economic development.
Read moreA prolific shoplifter who targeted a Telford supermarket seven times in just over a week has been sentenced at Telford Magistrates’ Court.
Read moreThe report noted that “four years into operation, this asset has proved that an emergency ambulance can be operated on a fully electric platform in a tightly controlled urban environment, however range, access to auxiliary power, reliability and recharging times remain a challenge”.
Read moreLive pro-wrestling comes to Dawley Town Hall on 4th April…
Read moreA local cheerleader is heading to Florida to represent Great Britain in a historic move for disability sport. After overcoming a life-changing diagnosis, she has joined a ground-breaking squad aiming to prove that cheerleading belongs on the paralympic stage.
Read moreHundreds of people walk up and down the Wrekin and Ercall each week, but on Sunday 29th March starting at 11am, runners will be tackling the local landmark aiming to run to the top and back as quickly as possible.
Runners or fast walkers of all abilities are welcome to come along and have a go and enter on the day or in advance through the Si entries site.
Read moreFollowing a major national funding announcement, Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion has set out how new investment and local initiatives will help protect isolated communities and ensure farmers get the policing service they deserve.
Read moreKeeping up with rugby has never been easier, with a range of apps, social platforms, and online communities making it…
Read moreA 54yr old man has been sentenced at Telford Magistrates’ Court following a series of incidents including a theft from Marks & Spencer and an attack on a police officer.
Read moreA Bridgnorth man has been stripped of his driving licence for more than three years after being caught behind the wheel in Telford with multiple controlled drugs in his system.
Read moreCheer Force Ten Academy CIC has been operating for more than 15 years and supports grassroots sport and youth development. In that time its athletes and teams have won more than 500 national titles and in 2025 some were selected to represent Team GB.
Read moreAn enforcement notice had been slapped on construction work at the former RAF High Ercall site at Cotwall Road, Shirlowe, after officials found that a building had been demolished rather than converted.
Read moreThe dramatic incident took place at the Halesfield community recycling centre when a visitor suddenly collapsed.
Beth found herself having to resuscitate a man who had no pulse and had turned blue.
Read moreA Telford teenager has been sentenced at the local Magistrates’ Court after being caught with a restricted weapon and drugs at a private address.
Read moreA leading control and automation specialist has reinforced its commitment to becoming a full industrial lifecycle partner by introducing a dedicated cyber security offer.
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Shropshire law firm FBC Manby Bowdler has strengthens its team with a series of key promotions (l-r) Megan Price, Adam Davies Olivia Jones, Tom Devey and Chloe Turner
In Telford, Kate Rowley is promoted to partner and her Telford Family team colleague Chloe Turner is promoted to an associate having joined the firm as an apprentice solicitor in 2017 and qualifying in 2023.
Read moreA Telford resident has been given permission to build two four bed detached houses on his extensive garden land despite objections from his neighbours.
Read moreA teenager from Snedshill has been handed a custodial sentence after being found in possession of a makeshift weapon while detained at a young offender institution.
Read moreA Telford family has turned a heart-breaking personal loss into a powerful tribute as 19-year-old Elliott stepped into the boxing ring for the first time, following the sudden death of his father.
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Wayne Jenson, CEO Meeting Point House, Tigers players, Bryn Capps, Roary the Tiger, Deakin Fielder and Patrick (Brownie) Browne, along with team members from the Hummingbird Café.
The partnership was celebrated recently when Tigers players Bryn Capps, Deakin Fielder, and Patrick (Brownie) Browne visited the Hummingbird Café along with club mascot Roary the Tiger. Brownie, who relocated from Canada to Telford in August 2025, enjoyed his first full English breakfast alongside his teammates—an experience he had not previously had—highlighting the café’s role in creating memorable community moments.
Read moreA Leegomery teenager has appeared in court after being caught with a machete and drugs on a Telford street, resulting in a suspended prison sentence
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Joan Evans, Sue Adams, Rosaline Bishton (Springwood residents), Ashleigh Murrall (Springwood team member), Phil Haigh (Severn Hospice)
Residents at Springwood, a ShireLiving independent living community in Shifnal, have come together to raise an impressive donation for Severn Hospice, following a year of community fundraising in memory of a much‑loved neighbour.
Read morePrevious planning applications for an eight bed HMO and a 10 bed HMO had been withdrawn.
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An impression of the new look Lawley Community Centre. Picture: Telford & Wrekin Council/Lawley and Overdale Parish Council
Officials believe it will achieve a profit for the parish in about two years through takings from being hired by community organisations and public bodies.
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Sue Hardeman (DB Roberts), Diane Brown (Sweets Galore, Wellington Market), Keli King (The Little Green Pantry) and Nick Dawe (DB Roberts)
This Easter shops and businesses in Wellington will be blooming with colourful sunflowers, as Love Wellington hosts the Wellington Sunflower Easter Trail, in conjunction with the Lingen Davies Sunflower Appeal.
Read moreAviramp, which is based in Telford, was named in the most recent Sunday Times 100 – the prestigious ranking of Britain’s fastest-growing private companies – and is a current holder of the Queen’s Award for International Trade.
Read moreCraemer UK is part of the Craemer Group, one of the leading manufacturers of plastic pallets, pallet boxes, plastic containers and wheelie bins. From its production facilities in Telford, the company supplies local authorities as well as the environmental, logistics and manufacturing industries throughout the UK and beyond.
Read moreWarwick-based Padel + Play has lodged a planning application with Telford & Wrekin Council to turn a 2,957 sq metre commercial unit into an indoor padel court.
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Val Hardy, company secretary for McPhillips and Sonia Roberts, trustee at Shropshire Community Foundation
Following a hugely successful inaugural year, the McPhillips Community Fund will this year focus on improving the mental wellbeing of men in the region, and local charities and grassroots organisations are invited to apply for funds.
Read moreThe appointment of the independent Chair of the Pride in Place South Telford Neighbourhood Board has been announced, marking a major milestone in delivering a £30 million, ten-year transformation programme for Woodside, Brookside and Sutton Hill.
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Read moreThis year’s Easter sessions will run from Saturday 28 March to Sunday 12 April and include a wide range of activities designed to keep children active, engaged and supported during the school break.
Read moreA pharmacy in Telford is set to close at the end of next month as the business running it concentrates on its other premises just a short walk away.
Read moreA major milestone has been reached for a multi-million pound transformation project covering Woodside, Brookside, and Sutton Hill. With a new independent leader at the helm and significant funding secured, the drive to revitalise these south Telford communities is moving into its next vital phase.
Read moreA Telford man has been handed a lengthy driving ban and a significant fine after being caught behind the wheel.
Read moreA Telford man has been sent to prison following a shoplifting incident and an assault in St Georges.
Read moreA Telford parish councillor has lost his seat on one of the three councils he serves on after running up against the six months rule.
Read moreJoseph Michael Lube, 39, was sentenced this week for separate incidents involving speeding in Shropshire and using a handheld device while driving on a motorway.
Read moreThe 2026 race sees the generous sponsorship of Pave Aways Ltd, with all competitors treated to a free ice cream from King Cone to celebrate their finish.
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Sonic the Hedgehog 4 | Title Reveal (2027 Movie) - Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, Kristen Bell - © 2026 Paramount Pictures and Sega of America, Inc.
Jason Wright takes a look at the new Sonic teaser and deep dives into each element to see what it means for fans…
Read moreThis workshop will help you be prepared for emergency situations with your cat, it will also guide you through what the vets need to know when you call/arrive and how to handle cats.
Read moreAn inspiring 11-year-old from Trench has captured the hearts of her community by turning her spare time into a creative fundraising mission. After writing a persuasive letter to her headteacher, she has managed to smash her charity targets.
Read moreWhat we’re looking for: Working Hours: Monday – Thursday: 9:00am – 4:00pm 2 Saturdays per month: 9:00am – 4:00pm (Open…
Read moreThe two hectare site off Waterloo Road is near Meadows Primary School and the applicants describe it as an irregular shaped, brownfield parcel of land.
Read moreHundreds of employers across the country, including three businesses right here in Telford, have been hit with penalties after a government investigation into unpaid wages.
Read moreShropshire’s fire service wants to get more female firefighters in its ranks to finally wipe out its gender pay gap, a meeting heard.
Read moreA war of words has broken out at a local parish council after a councillor claimed that the democratic process was being side-lined by secret meetings.
The council’s chair has now hit back, raising questions about the complainant’s own attendance and impact in his ward.
Read morePlanning inspectors are being urged to allow higher efficiency standards in new homes built across Telford & Wrekin to help…
Read moreA local woman has been ordered to carry out 100 hours of unpaid work after a series of thefts from Home Bargains and Co-op. Magistrates heard how over £1,200 worth of household goods, toiletries, and food were taken during a two-day shoplifting spree in Telford.
Read moreA local man has been spared immediate jail after appearing in court to face charges of assault and breaching a court order designed to protect a woman in Telford.
Read moreDevelopers will be invited to think again over plans for 40 ‘affordable’ homes in Wellington after councillors raised concerns about the scheme.
Read moreA Sutton Hill man has been landed with a hefty court bill following a drunken incident.
Read moreOver 2,600 patients have so far taken part in the TRIOMIC study at the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) in Stafford Park, Telford, and funding for the trial has been extended until October.
Read moreA health watchdog has been told why her email inbox has seen a recent upsurge in complaints about parking at Telford’s Princess Royal Hospital (PRH).
Read moreA new BBC documentary series is looking for children in the Telford area who find it hard to make friends or feel overwhelmed in social situations. The programme offers expert support from psychologists to help youngsters build confidence and find new local friendships, addressing modern challenges that many Shropshire parents are currently worried about.
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They have both donated their books to Newport Library and are planning to meet readers at upcoming signing events, including one on 15 May at Newport Library and another on 6 June at Madeley Library.
Dealing with grief can be incredibly difficult, often shaping lives in ways that are hard to put into words. After six years marked by loss, grief, and cancer diagnoses, two local Newport authors have channelled that pain into creating entirely new worlds.
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Mitchell Knight receives the Telford & Wrekin shield from High Sheriff of Shropshire Jane Trowbridge
Nine Telford College students have been honoured at the 2026 High Sheriff of Shropshire’s Outstanding Young Citizen Awards.
Read moreFire crews from Wellington and Tweedale were called out to a garage fire in the Hadley area on Wednesday afternoon, leading to a warning about the potential dangers of charging items at home.
Read moreThe police action was sparked by a specific report from a member of the public concerning a car that was obstructing the view at a busy junction.
Read moreA Birmingham man has been handed a custodial sentence after being caught drug driving in Telford.
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