Worcestershire County Council1 day agoCounty council gets £59.9m emergency budget helpThe financial support for Worcestershire County Council comes after it warned it faced bankruptcy.1 day ago2 days agoCouncil opposition group calls for smaller tax riseConservative opposition group suggests council tax hike of 5% instead of 9% plans proposed by Reform-led authority.2 days ago16 Feb 2026Urban explorers told stay away from ex-council HQWorcestershire's County Hall was shut after legionella bacteria and RAAC aerated concrete was found.16 Feb 202610 Feb 2026Seven local authorities set to hike council tax by more than 5%Three of the councils, including Reform-controlled Worcestershire, are likely to put up bills by 9%.10 Feb 20268 Feb 2026Councillor quits Reform over council tax riseWorcestershire Reform councillor David Taylor says he will now sit as an independent.8 Feb 20267 Feb 2026New Send school 'good to go' despite offer to stop itA school for pupils with autism is favoured over a government offer of £5.7m to support more Send places in existing schools.7 Feb 20266 Feb 2026County council facing 'effective bankruptcy'Worcestershire County Council is asking for £71m in emergency support.6 Feb 20265 Feb 2026Councillors angered by budget letter 'threat' Worcestershire council leaders say if the budget is not voted through members may face legal action.5 Feb 20263 Feb 2026Public health programme to get funding boostA scheme that supports people to improve their health and wellbeing is set to get an extra £147,000.3 Feb 2026...
