Parking charges in Ironbridge Gorge lifted to support businesses

Parking on Telford & Wrekin Council’s five main car parks that serve the Ironbridge Gorge is now free for the next few weeks to encourage more visitors on the run up to Christmas. The temporary suspension has been introduced as a measure to support high streets businesses in the area facing a challenging time. Two […]

Major update of software made possible with council grant

A Telford business has launched a “super-charged” piece of software which helps employers manage their people – thanks to a UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) Business Development grant awarded by Telford and Wrekin Council. The team at Human Results in Telford originally launched the Iguana HR system eight years ago, and the new update provides […]

New clients make perfect birthday present for HR Solutions Shropshire

A thriving Telford based HR company enjoyed the perfect birthday present by signing up two new clients. Telford-based HR Solutions Shropshire marked its seventh birthday by clinching retained deals with a manufacturing company in its home town and a hospitality business in north Shropshire. HR Solutions Shropshire founder Ishbel Lapper said it meant the business […]

Purple Frog employee receives prestigious Microsoft MVP Award

An employee at Purple Frog Systems based in Telford has been honoured with the esteemed Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) Award for Artificial Intelligence (AI). Lewis Prince, AI Engineer at the global company, received the award whoch recognises exceptional technology leaders who demonstrate outstanding expertise, community contributions, and a commitment to advancing innovation in the […]

Telford & Wrekin Council continues to invest in Pride in Our High Street programme

Telford & Wrekin Council’s Pride in Our High Street programme continues to revitalise high streets across the borough and support local businesses and communities. A report presented to cabinet today highlighted the positive impact the programme continues to have in Telford and Wrekin, despite the challenges which many high streets are facing nationally. The continuation […]

A decade of success for the Telford Land Deal

Telford & Wrekin Council is celebrating the ongoing success of the Telford Land Deal, which continues to deliver transformative economic, social, and environmental benefits for the borough. Since its establishment in 2015, the unique partnership between the council and Homes England has unlocked nearly £60 million in gross sales income, enabled over 2,400 jobs, and […]

Over £1million invested in Telford and Wrekin business through Thrive Telford grants

Today, during Telford & Wrekin Council’s cabinet meeting, it was highlighted that the Thrive Telford programme has now allocated over £1 million in grants to local businesses, supporting over 200 projects. Funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), the programme was commended for its significant contributions to local business growth. Delivered by Invest Telford, […]

Dog food factory finds home at Telford Industrial park

Dog food manufacturer Different Dog has secured a 40,000 sq ft unit at an industrial park in Telford. Redsun Projects secured a ten-year lease for the manufacturer on the unit at Pioneer Park. As part of the move, fit-out works have begun, which will tailor the space to the firm’s needs.  Redsun was advised on […]

Telford cafe creating a better Christmas for those in need

A community cafe in Telford is creating a better Christmas for people in need by collecting presents and donating meals to a local charity. The Hummingbird Cafe at Meeting Point House in Southwater has operated a ‘Pay it Forward’ scheme for some time, which enables customers to buy a meal for someone less fortunate than […]

McPhillips marks 60th anniversary with community fund to build better futures

Award-winning Telford based construction company, McPhillips, today launched a new fund to build stronger communities as it marks its 60th birthday. The company – which was incorporated six decades ago on December 3, 1964 – has developed the McPhillips Community Fund in partnership with Shropshire Community Foundation.   McPhillips’ managing director Paul Inions said the fund, […]