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Council decisions are made by elected Councillors, while day-to-day operations are managed by the Executive Board and various Council committees. You can find details of council meetings, including minutes and webcasts, here.

This section also includes information on the We Are Wychavon Plan, current consultations, how to submit complaints, compliments or suggestions, and details of the Corporate Peer Challenge.

News

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Plan will strengthen protection against inappropriate development

Planning inspectors have confirmed the three South Worcestershire Councils will have enough land to resist inappropriate housing development in the future, offering greater protection to communities…
A collage of the banners in Droitwich Spa. One has a roman helmet, another a canal boat with a person fishing, another has the lido and someone swimming.

Droitwich Spa’s Story Celebrated in Colourful New Banner Display

New decorative banners celebrating Droitwich Spa’s rich heritage and iconic attractions are now brightening up the town. The eye-catching designs have been installed on lampposts throughout the town…
Overhead view of a map of the layout plan of the proposed Laurels Avenue development.

Landmark housing scheme approved

A landmark partnership to deliver new affordable homes in Wychavon has been given the green light. Wychavon’s planning committee has granted permission to build 23 new homes, including affordable ho…
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Councillor selected as baton bearer for suicide prevention relay

A leading Wychavon councillor has been selected as one of 74 baton bearers for the Herefordshire Baton of Hope relay taking place in Hereford on Thursday, 2 October 2025.  Councillor Beverley Hardma…
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Large tree to be removed on safety grounds

A large tree in part of Droitwich Spa is being removed after tests revealed it posed a potential safety risk to the public. Work will start in the next few weeks to cut down the common lime on Green…
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Plan to help communities adapt to extreme weather

An action plan is being drawn up by Wychavon to help residents, businesses and communities respond to the impact of climate change. The district is already experiencing more extreme weather, includi…
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Bike parking bonanza for Wychavon – secure, sustainable and free

A new scheme is being rolled out across Wychavon offering free cycle parking and secure storage to local organisations - helping to make two-wheeled travel safer, greener and more accessible.  Wheth…
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Playful history-themed mural to brighten up Droitwich Spa

A new piece of street art, inspired by classic oil paintings, has transformed the side of Emms Haberdashery in Droitwich Spa, putting the town’s rich heritage at the heart of the High Street. The mu…
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Councillors back two council solution

Published: 4 September 2025 Wychavon councillors have unanimously backed creating a South Worcestershire Council as one of two new councils to run services in Worcestershire in future. Under govern…
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Play your part in Wychavon life – join our advisory panels

Looking for an opportunity to help shape local policy and influence decisions that affect communities across Wychavon? Applications are sought to join two of the district’s advisory panels – one eac…