Stay Safe in the Cold Weather

  The UK is now in the grip of a cold plunge of Arctic air which has moved in from the north across the whole of the country. The northerly airflow is also bringing very cold conditions for all, with snow showers for some areas at times. A number of National...

Do you know an Exceptional Young Person?

The High Sheriff’s Outstanding Young Citizen Awards, which this year is being organised on behalf of The High Sheriff by Shrewsbury Colleges Group is now open for nomination. Now in its eighteenth year, the awards are a great way to showcase and celebrate the many...

Share your thoughts on Shropshire Council’s budget plans

Like councils up and down the country Shropshire Council faces a very tough financial position and needs your help in shaping some difficult decisions that lie ahead.  Nationally councils face a £4 billion shortfall over the next two years, while one in five councils...

Preventing Rural Crime

Around your farm yard, in your barns and outbuildings there is valuable equipment that will appeal to thieves and West Mercia Police have provided some literature on ways that crime can be prevented in rural areas this includes ways to protect your buildings, securing...

International Women’s Day

Wem Rural Parish Council, along with other partners, are hosting an International Women’s Day on Friday 8th March 2024 at Wem Town Hall. This global event happens very year and is about raising awareness of gender equality. There is also a theme for every year...