Condolence books open across Telford and Wrekin

Telford and Wrekin residents wanting to share their sympathy, feelings and memories of HM The Queen can do so in Condolence books, open now across the borough.

Books are open from 1pm today at Southwater, Wellington, Newport, and Oakengates libraries, and can be signed during normal library opening hours and also this Saturday and Sunday between 10am until 3pm

Anyone wishing to lay floral tributes are welcome to do so at flower locations close to the condolence books at libraries. People are respectfully asked to unwrap any cellophane, plastic or paper from the floral tributes and place these in nearby litter bins.

Flowers left in other public places may be moved to the main tribute locations.

For more information, please visit the Council’s memorial page at https://apps.telford.gov.uk/queen/which includes details of events taking place later this week too.

September 12, 2022 General Comments Off on Condolence books open across Telford and Wrekin

Help to Grow Scheme

Expanded eligibility for the Help to Grow: Digital scheme is now in place so that more businesses are able to take part by reducing the minimum number of employees the business must have from 5 to 1.This will allow more smaller businesses to access discounts worth up to £5,000 on approved software.
Find out more....

August 25, 2022 Business Comments Off on Help to Grow Scheme

Small Equipment Grant open to companies in Telford

Are you looking to purchase a new piece of equipment to improve processes, develop new projects or services and grow your business?
Grants of up to £10,000 are available (50% grant contribution towards project costs) through the Small Equipment Grant, which is open to small and medium-sized companies in Telford & Wrekin. Check out the website for eligibility criteria here…..

August 25, 2022 Business Comments Off on Small Equipment Grant open to companies in Telford

Red Extreme Heat Warning

The Met Office has issued a red extreme heat warning for much of England. The Government has issued some heat-health-related advice which is available on the Gov UK website.

Reminder of heat-health advice

Everyone can help to avoid heat-related illness by:

  • staying hydrated with plenty of fluids
  • finding a cool living or workspace
  • avoiding strenuous or extreme activities
  • staying out of the sun at peak times
  • wearing a sunhat and sunglasses, and applying plenty of sun-cream when outside.

If you or someone else feels unwell with a high temperature during hot weather, it may be heat exhaustion or heatstroke. Find out the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke and when to get help.

July 18, 2022 General Comments Off on Red Extreme Heat Warning
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