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Highway workers repairing a footway
03 Oct 2023

Major improvements made to paths across Worcestershire

More than 13 miles of footpaths have been resurfaced so far this year as part of the County Council’s Footway Reconstruction Programme.

A woman sits at a table and looks at a laptop which features the new-look Worcestershire Apprenticeships website.
02 Oct 2023

A Bright New Outlook on Worcestershire Apprenticeships

Navigating the sometimes-tricky landscape of apprenticeships has just become a lot easier, with the launch of a brand-new Worcestershire Apprenticeships website.

29 Sep 2023

Connect With Everyone in Your Community This Older Persons Day

Have a friendly chat with an older person to make a difference.

School students attend a carers event at Worcester's Sixways Stadium. they are walking across an exhibition hall with exhibitors in the background.
28 Sep 2023

Careers and Apprenticeship Roadshow Events Double in Worcestershire

Worcestershire County Council is thrilled to announce the return of its Careers and Apprenticeship Roadshow events, with two chances for Worcestershire young people to attend.

A still of a girl with long dark blonde hair in a red jumper standing on a beach.
26 Sep 2023

Any Of Us…because it really can be

That’s the message of a powerful new fostering film – any of us can foster a child or young person, if you have the capacity to care.

Contractors resurfacing a road
25 Sep 2023

Surface dressing season comes to a close

More than 120 miles of roads have been resurfaced in Worcestershire by the County Council this year – the equivalent of travelling from Worcester to London - prolonging the life span of road surfaces by more than 10 years. 

22 Sep 2023

Worcestershire Children First Fostering needs a new Independent Panel Chair

Do you want to help WCF Fostering make a positive difference to a child or young person's life and be a part of the fostering process? If so, we want to hear from you!

20 Sep 2023

Worcestershire County Council says ‘Thank You’ to Care Workers

Care workers who provide essential support to people of all ages in Worcestershire are being recognised during Professional Care Workers’ Week.

Lucy Porter
20 Sep 2023

Finalists, celebrity host and sponsors confirmed for Worcestershire Apprenticeships Awards

The Worcestershire Apprenticeships Hub has confirmed exciting news for their 2023 annual awards evening, taking place later this year on 16 November and will celebrate the most successful apprentices, employers, schools, and training providers across 11 categories over the last year.

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