NEWS
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King and Queen ‘just fine’ to walk barefoot on embassy’s eco-friendly lawn
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Senior civil servant faces Mandelson questions from MPs amid ‘Cabinet divisions’
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Annual Government borrowing drops unexpectedly to lowest in three years
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Poor relationship with Starmer will not overshadow King’s visit, Trump insists
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Councillors to get social media help after rise in complaints
AN INCREASE in complaints has prompted Worcestershire County Council to start drafting social media guidance for councillors. The guidance warns politicians not to say anything inappropriate online or bring the council into disrepute. A report by monitoring officer Hazel Best says: “Unwise comments on social media can have an adverse impact both on the member’s… More
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Experts to gather in Worcester for disability sport conference
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Woman denies inciting 12-year-old boy into having sex
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Rough sleepers settlement cleared as tents dismantled
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New waste sites aerial photos reveal scale of problem revealed
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Police plea for information as search for wanted man continues
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King given Blue Peter Green Badge in recognition of ‘amazing’ environmental work
The King has received a Blue Peter Green Badge for the “amazing work” he does in protecting the environment. Charles received the badge at Dumfries House in East Ayrshire for his personal work in promoting nature and sustainability, particularly through The King’s Foundation. He then placed another Blue Peter badge into the foundation’s time capsule… More
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Pope tells inmates ‘you are not alone’ in prison visit wrapping up Africa tour
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Six-year-old girl has sight restored thanks to life-changing eye gene therapy
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British man detained in India enduring ‘psychological torture’, say UN experts
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Behind the scenes look at new movie being filmed across Worcester
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Fuel theft surges as ‘brazen’ drivers flee forecourts without paying as prices surge
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‘It’s quite depressing’: Family-run pub closes for good with staff made redundant
A FAMILY-run pub that has been the beating heart of its community for years is closing for good with staff made redundant. Last orders were called at The Oak in Upton Snodsbury, near Worcester, for the final time on Monday (April 20), when its owners announced that rising costs have meant their pub will close… More
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UK inflation accelerates after Iran war drives sharp rise in fuel prices
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Donald Trump extends Iran ceasefire with Tehran regime ‘seriously fractured’
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Iran fires on container ship in Strait of Hormuz
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Retired solicitor takes on ‘tremendous honour’ as High Sheriff of Worcestershire
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Play exploring hidden story of medical breakthrough to premiere
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Martley Madness draws over 150 runners for scenic trail challenge
More than 150 runners completed a 10-mile trail race through the Worcestershire countryside. The Martley Madness event, organised by Worcestershire Trailblazers, took place on Sunday, April 19, and featured a scenic route filled with bluebells, wild garlic, and climbs up Rodge Hill from both directions. Organisers were praised for the course, marking, atmosphere, and eco-friendly… More
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‘Bus timetables are far more complex than they need to be’
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Mum and daughter stranded with ‘horrific’ injuries after crash on holiday
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Digital marketing expert to share knowledge at free session
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Family-owned shoe shop re-opens after managers retire
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Keir Starmer to face second bruising day in Parliament over Mandelson scandal
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Local author’s new book tops charts before official publication
A new book by a local author exploring happiness and wellbeing is already topping charts ahead of its official release. Make Life Happier, published on April 23, is written by Dr Mark Williamson, co-founder and director of the global Action for Happiness movement, and draws on 15 years of work in the field of wellbeing…. More
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Number of flats at proposed city centre development could be increased
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Families wear their babies for charity trek up Malvern Hills
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New Reform leader Alan Amos sets out three key priorities for the year ahead
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Worcestershire Conservative named among UK’s most powerful young people
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Primary children given school places up to 12 miles outside of Worcester
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LGBT group shown in BBC investigation into fake gay asylum claims shuts for good
A WORCESTER LGBT group that was caught up in a BBC investigation into immigration claims made by asylum seekers pretending to be gay has permanently closed. The community support organisation thanked members and supporters as it shut, saying the “harm” caused by the documentary had made it impossible to continue. Worcester LGBT (Asylum, Support, Network)… More
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Royal Mail set to make major change to delivery service with aim of cutting delays
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Huge queues and big prizes at opening of Droitwich Iceland
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Coffee or tea? Builders’ on-site brew preference revealed
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William Hill owner Evoke confirms £225m takeover approach from Bally’s Intralot
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Fresh uncertainty over US-Iran war sends oil price back up