Current working practices for planning applications
We are currently dealing with an unprecedented level of applications which has been made more difficult due to the coronavirus (COVID 19) pandemic, with the requirement for staff to work remotely.
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Search is on for 25 Game Changers to join sports team at Birmingham 2022
A fantastic opportunity has been announced for 25 young people who are passionate about sport and would like to pursue this as a career, to become a Game Changer at next year's Commonwealth Games.
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What to bring with you on polling day
With local elections in Warwickshire over a week away Warwick District Council advise what you should do when visiting a polling station on Thursday 6 May.
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Choose How You Move and support local businesses this Spring
Residents in Warwick District can now earn rewards including high street shopping vouchers by choosing healthier and greener habits with the free Choose How You Move in Warwick District programme.
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District’s gyms and swimming pools open with a splash
Leisure centres at Newbold Comyn, St Nicholas Park, Abbey Fields and Castle Farm are reporting a brisk uptake in bookings and visits following the reopening of indoor sports facilities on 12 April.
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Plans to secure the future of Warwick’s medieval Leper Hospital
Following the submission of a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) by the Council to secure acquisition of Warwick’s medieval Leper Hospital, planning permission is now being sought.
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Increasing opportunities for outdoor exercise in Warwick district
Last week the latest step in the Government’s roadmap saw the welcome return of the district’s leisure centres, with residents flocking to gyms and swimming pools which had been mandated to close.
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Local artist wins most popular artwork award at Spark 2021
Local artist Sue Southorn voted most popular artwork at the recent Spark creative conference organised by Warwick District Councils Arts Team
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Date announced for ‘the BandStand Together’
A special concert paying tribute to those in our district who have been affected by COVID-19 is to be streamed online on Saturday 24 April.
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First stage of a new South Warwickshire Local Plan approved for consultation
Following the decision for Stratford-on-Avon and Warwick District Councils to produce a single South Warwickshire Local plan, the first stage in preparation is a scoping document for public viewing.
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District’s markets set to welcome back fashion, crafts and non-essential stalls
The next step in the government’s roadmap is welcome news to traders and shoppers in Kenilworth and Warwick with the reintroduction of ‘non-essential’ stalls to the ever popular weekly markets.
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The Duke of Edinburgh local tributes and funeral arrangements
Following the announcement on Friday 9 April of the death of His Royal Highness, Prince Philip the flag at the Town Hall in Royal Leamington Spa will be at half-mast during the eight days of mourning.
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Announcement of the death of The Duke of Edinburgh
We are deeply saddened to hear the news of His Royal Highness, Prince Philip.
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Contracts signed to create world-leading Coventry recycling facility
A further milestone was reached last week with the contracts signed to build a new world-leading next generation Material Recycling Facility (MRF) on the edge of Coventry.
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Taking steps towards a lasting legacy for Royal Leamington Spa
In time for the school holidays, a number of footpaths in Victoria Park and along the nearby Riverside Walk in Royal Leamington Spa have been resurfaced and improved for residents and visitors.
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Restart grants available to businesses ahead of reopening in April
There’s some welcome news for businesses across Warwick district, as the latest round of Government grants are now available to apply for ahead of the next step in the Government’s roadmap.
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Grant awarded to create super energy efficient Council homes
Dozens of houses in the District, will have permanently reduced fuel bills, better air quality and improved energy efficiency ratings thanks to a successful government funding bid.
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Webcam: Peregrine falcons nesting on Town Hall
Live feed of falcons nesting in central Leamington
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Reflecting on the pandemic, one year on
Tuesday 23 March 2021 marks one year since the UK was placed into its first lockdown.
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Census 2021 - everything you need to know
Census Day takes place this Sunday 21 March 2021.
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Skylarks benefitting from protected nesting area
Early evaluations indicate that recent measures taken by Warwick District Council to provide a site for endangered grass nesting birds to breed on St Mary’s Lands appear to be working.
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Website maintenance
We are undertaking scheduled maintenance on our website during the morning of Thursday 18 March.
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District’s gyms and swimming pools set to reopen
There’s great news for swimming and fitness enthusiasts, as Warwick District Council and partners Everyone Active announce the reopening of all indoor swimming pools and gyms on 12 April.
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New street cleansing scheme for District’s town centres
A new street cleansing scheme for Warwick District will begin on Monday 29 March 2021 with idverde UK undertaking the contract, providing grass cutting, flower displays and playground maintenance.
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Something's Not Right campaign to raise awareness of child exploitation in Warwickshire
New website and campaign called 'Something's Not Right' launched to raise awareness of child exploitation in Warwickshire.
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Warwick District marks Commonwealth Day with the raising of the Commonwealth Flag
As the clock counts down to the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, Warwick District Council commemorated Commonwealth Day by raising the Commonwealth Flag.
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Council steps up protection for ‘red list’ birds on St Mary’s Lands
Alarmed by the rapid decline in their numbers both locally and nationally, Warwick District Council, is taking urgent measures to protect nesting Skylarks and Meadow Pipits on St Mary’s Lands.
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Excitement and optimism as local Climate Change Inquiry announces recommendations
More cycle paths and routes, carbon-neutral housing, subsidised bus travel and the establishment of an independent sustainability committee have all been recommended.
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Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games organisers announce latest update to the schedule
The new schedule for Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games contains information that has been finalised following detailed conversations with Games Partners, International federations and broadcasters.
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Outdoor gym equipment is to be installed in Victoria Park
Outdoor gym equipment is to be installed in Victoria Park following the fundraising efforts of The Rotary Club of Royal Leamington Spa and the generosity of a property development company.
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