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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Could you get a free NHS flu vaccine this winter? 💉🛡️ Maybe you're pregnant, work on the frontline in health or social care, or are aged 65 or over. Whatever eligible group you fall into, you're entitled to extra protection against the serious illness that flu can cause.
A woman and two men are all wearing armour. A caption reads, "Help your body fight flu. Say strong. Stay vaccinated." The logos of the NHS and the UK Government can be seen.
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
🎄 The Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre is back from 3-6 December! ✅ 200+ festive stalls 🎶 Live music & choirs 🎠 Victorian carousel & funfair ✨ Gin Lane returns on Fri & Sat nights Find out more 👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/news/victori... #Worcester
A singer at the Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Worcester City Council has received a funding boost of £1.3 million over three years to support people in the city experiencing rough sleeping. Find out more 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/news/council-receives-extra-funding-to-tackle-homelessness #Worcester
A person holding a housing model
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Worcester City Council’s summer scheme to provide free access to tennis courts has proved popular once again. Read more 👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/news/council... #Worcester
Lisa Kordas, General Manager at Freedom Leisure (left) alongside Worcester City Council’s Deputy Leader and Communities Committee Chair, Councillor Jabba Riaz
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Step inside Worcester Guildhall tomorrow (Saturday) as part of #HeritageOpenDays! Tours run hourly from 10am to 2pm. Don't miss this opportunity to explore one of Worcester's most historic landmarks. #Worcester
The Assembly Room at the Guildhall
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
🏃‍♂️ Worcester is gearing up for this weekend's Worcester City Runs! To help with event preparations and runner registration, Cattle Market Car Park will be: 📍 Partially closed today 📍 Fully closed from 10pm tonight until 6pm on Sunday #Worcester
Cattle Market car park
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Help shape a more accessible Worcester. Join the Accessible Worcester 2026 mini-conference on 8 October at the Guildhall. To attend or book a stall, email equality@worcester.gov.uk. ♿️ More 👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/news/accessi... #Worcester
The exterior of the Guildhall in Worcester
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
🏠 Join our growing Housing & Homelessness Service Several new roles have been created within Worcester City Council’s Housing & Homelessness Service Find out more 👉 www.wmjobs.co.uk/jobs/local-c... #Worcester
Hands holding a housing stencil with family inside
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
We are reminding taxi drivers that are planning on entering the Worcester city centre area on Sunday 13 September that the Worcester City Run 10K and Half Marathon is taking place. Road closures 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/advice-benefits/road-closures-for-approved-events
Worcester city centre taxi graphic
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Please be aware that Worcestershire County Council is introducing a booking system at the Household Recycling Centre in Bilford Road on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays to reduce traffic congestion in the area. Book here 👉 www.worcestershire.gov.uk/wastebooking
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Worcester City Council’s Policy and Resource Committee is meeting tonight at the Guildhall. You can watch the meeting live from 7pm on the Council’s YouTube channel 👉h www.youtube.com/worcestercit... #Worcester
The exterior of the Guildhall in Worcester
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Worcester City Council has secured £307,000 to improve play facilities at Power Park in Worcester and is inviting residents to share their views on how the investment should be used. More here 👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/news/have-yo... #Worcester
What play facilities should be in Power Park social media graphic
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
⚓Medway Road play area has been completely revamped over the past few months to create an inclusive space for children to play. Read more 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/news/major-transformation-completed-at-worcester-play-area #Worcester
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Major transformation completed at Worcester play area - Worcester City Council
A Worcester play area has been re-opened following a major transformation. Medway Road play area has been completely revamped over the past few months to
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
🎬 Worcester’s cultural future is taking shape! Scala, our new arts centre, will open in summer 2027, bringing independent film, music, live performances & more to the city centre A major investment to create a lasting legacy for Worcester ❤️ Find out more: www.worcester.gov.uk/news/worcest...
An aerial view of the construction work at the Scala and Corn Exchange buildings. Picture courtesy of Speller Metcalfe.
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
📢 Worcester’s weekly outdoor market is moving to the Corn Market this September. Find out more 👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/news/new-sta... #Worcester
Picture left-right are Councillor Hannah Cooper; Bradley Ross and Chloe Ford of Bluebell Events; and Councillor Lynn Denham
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
🏡 Could your site shape South Worcestershire’s future? Landowners & developers are invited to put forward sites for consideration in the next Local Plan. Accepted sites could be developed during the next 23 years Find out more 👇 www.worcester.gov.uk/news/call-fo... #SouthWorcestershire #LocalPlan
Two men in high viz and hard hats looking at a house that is under construction
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Worcestershire County Council has temporarily suspended the acceptance of fridges, freezers and other cooling appliances at all household recycling centres across the county. 👉https://www.worcestershire.gov.uk/news/fridge-and-freezer-collections-suspended-household-recycling-centres #Worcester
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Fridge and freezer collections suspended at household recycling centres | Worcestershire County Council
Worcestershire County Council has temporarily suspended the acceptance of fridges, freezers and other cooling appliances at all household recycling centres across the county.
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Parents of 16–19-year-olds: don’t miss this! 📣 Child Benefit may continue if your teenager is staying in approved non-advanced education or training. ⏰ You need to act before 31 August. Check what you need to do: www.gov.uk/child-benefi...
A girl and her mother using a tablet computer. A  caption reads, "Don't miss out on Child Benefit. Extend your claim online in minutes." The HM Revenue & Customs logo can be seen.
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
🚗 Travel update: The south tower at St Martin’s Gate car park will close from tomorrow for around three weeks for essential maintenance. The car park remains open as normal otherwise. Apologies for any inconvenience, and thanks for your patience
A car driving into the entrance to St Martin's Gate car park
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
A little care can make a BIG difference. 🌱 🚭 Dispose of cigarettes properly. 🔥 Avoid BBQs and campfires. 👀 Stay alert and help protect our countryside. Wildfires can cause unimaginable devastation. Together, we can reduce the risk and keep our communities and landscapes safe. 💚
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
It’s tinder dry out there — please don’t have a BBQ. 🔥 Even the smallest spark can start a fire in these conditions, as we’ve seen across the county this week. BBQs have been found at Northwick Lido and elsewhere. 🚫 Don’t put people, wildlife & green spaces at risk #FireSafety #NoBBQs #Worcester
A family are outside enjoying a picnic. A graphic of flames is overlaid on the picture. A caption reads, "Take a picnic, not a BBQ. Dry grass + BBQs = fire risk. Don't risk it. If you see a wildfire, call 999 immediately."
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
🌿 What do you think about the air you breathe? There’s still time to have your say on air quality in Worcester and Worcestershire. Your feedback can help shape work to reduce air pollution and improve air quality information. 📅 Survey extended to 1 September. 👉 www.worcester.gov.uk/voiceit
Worcester Cathedral and the River Severn. A caption reads, "Worcestershire Air Quality Survey, extended to 1 September."
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
REMINDER - if your bin is emptied on Friday, make sure it's out by 5am. We're starting collections early this week to make sure our bin crews don't have to spend too long working in the heat.
A green wheelie bin against a sun-drenched sky. A caption reads, "Put your bin out by 5am this week."
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
🗳️ Don’t lose your vote! Keep an eye out for a letter from Worcester City Council in your post 📬 If you’re asked to respond, you’ll need the security code in your letter. 📬 Check your post. 🔐 Keep your code safe. 🗳️ Make sure your voice counts! #Worcester #Elections #Vote
A ballot paper with the words, “Don’t lose your vote!” printed on it. It is sticking out of a ballot box, on which appears the caption, “Look out for a letter from the council in your poste – and make sure you respond if required! In order to respond you will need the security code from your letter. Click it – www.householdrespone.com/worcester. Ring it - To confirm no changes call 0800 8840701.”
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Worcester City Council’s planning committee is meeting this afternoon at the Guildhall. You can watch the meeting live on Worcester City Council’s YouTube channel from 3pm here 👉https://www.youtube.com/worcestercitycouncil #Worcester
The outside of the Guildhall
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
🥵 Know someone who might struggle in the heat? Don’t wait — check in. 💛 Make sure vulnerable family, friends and neighbours know how to keep cool, stay hydrated and stay safe during hot weather. A little care can go a long way. ☀️💧 #HeatHealth #StaySafe #StayCool #Worcester
A girl is looking at her phone in very bright sunlight. A thermometer shows a very high temperature. A caption reads, "Look out for people who might struggle to keep cool. If you have vulnerable family, friends and neighbours make sure they are aware of how they can keep themselves cool."
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
☀️ Keep your home cool 🏠 🪟 Close blinds & curtains on sunny windows ❄️ Move to the coolest room 🌬️ Open windows when it’s cooler outside — if it’s safe Small steps can make a big difference. 💙 #StayCool #Heatwave #SummerSafety
A person is closing the blinds in front of a window. A thermometer shows a very high temperature. A caption reads, "Keep your home  cool during hot weather. Close blinds and curtains on windows that are exposed to direct sunlight, move to the coolest part of your home and open windows (if it is safe to) when the air feels cooler outside than inside."
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Don't forget - we'll be collecting your bin from 5am this week. Please make sure you've put yours out for collection so that we don's miss it. We're starting early to look after our bin crews in the heatwave. #Worcester #Heatwave #BinCollections
A black wheelie bin against a sun-drenched sky. A caption reads, "Put your bin out by 5am this week."
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
🎉 FREE family fun today in Worcester! Join the Mayor of Worcester at the Guildhall 11am–2pm for soft play, face painting, ball games, chalking, junk modelling & more! 🎨⚽ 🍦 Local ice cream too! 📍 Guildhall, Worcester #Worcester #FamilyFun #WorcesterEvents
A cartoon image of children playing at the Guildhall, to promote the Mayor's Family Fun Day on 12 August 2026, 11am-2pm
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
🚛 Our bin crews are starting collections even earlier for the rest of this week to help look after their health & wellbeing. Please have your bin out by 5am on collection day. Thanks for your support! 💚♻️ Find out what you can recycle: worcester.gov.uk/recycling-wa...
A green bin against a sun-drenched sky. A caption reads, "Please put your bin out by 5am this week."
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
☀️ Another heatwave is here, and our outreach teams are out supporting people sleeping rough with essentials including hats, sunscreen and water. 💧🧴🧢 If you see someone sleeping rough, please report them via thestreetlink.org.uk/ so outreach teams can arrange support. #RoughSleeping #Worcester
A woman handing a bottle of water to a homeless man
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
☀️ Heading out in the sun? Stay safe in the heat. 💧 Drink plenty of fluids 🌳 Seek shade, especially 11am–3pm 🏃‍♂️ Avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day Stay cool, stay hydrated and enjoy the sunshine safely! 😎 #HeatSafety #StayHydrated #StayCool
A graphic showing a brightly shining sun and a thermometer indicating a high temperature. a caption reads, "Going out in the sun? Stay well in hot weather by drinking plenty of fluids, staying in the shade when the sun is strongest (11am-3pm) and limiting strenuous physical activity during the hottest part of the day."
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
🌱 This week we're celebrating National Allotments Week. Worcester City Council manages around 1,000 allotment plots across 23 sites throughout the city. Find out more 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/leisure-parks-allotments/allotments #Worcester
A picture of an allotment
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
The Mayor of Worcester is inviting local families to enjoy a free summer fun day at the Guildhall next Wednesday (12 August) Find out more 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/news/mayor-invites-worcester-families-to-free-family-fun-day #Worcester
The Mayor of Worcester at the gates of the Guildhall
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Looking for the easiest way to stay up to date with everything happening in Worcester? 📬 Sign up for our FREE regular newsletter and get the latest local news, events, community updates & more delivered straight to your inbox Check out our latest issue here: cmemailmarketing.co.uk/preview/EFDE...
A computer keyboard with a key that is marked, "Newsletter"
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Worcester Show returns with a packed programme of entertainment Read more 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/news/worcester-show-returns-with-a-packed-programme-of-entertainment #Worcester
Ava Hackett
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
📢 Worcester Community Grants 2026 applications closhttps://app.socialpilot.co/launchpad#e on Sunday! Read more 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/community-centres-development/worcester-small-community-grants #Worcester
Grant funding signage
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Small changes can make a big difference. 💧 Save 28 litres of water a day with simple changes, like taking a shorter shower or using a washing-up bowl instead of a running tap. We're now in a drought, so every drop counts. #LetsSaveWater #SaveWater #EveryDropCounts
A graphic with imagery of water. A caption reads, "We're supporting Let's Save Water."
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
The Horizon Hub play area has undergone a major refurbishment, with new play equipment installed and the park expanded to make improved use of the surrounding green space and features Find out more 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/news/playtime-gets-a-boost-at-revamped-worcester-park #Worcester
Councillor Hannah Cooper at Horizon Hub play area
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
🚫🎣 Reminder: Fishing is not permitted under Kepax Bridge or anywhere in Gheluvelt Park. Fishing in these areas could result in a fine or prosecution. Looking for somewhere you can fish in Worcester? Find permitted venues here: worcesteranglingsociety1838.co.uk/ #Worcester #FishResponsibly
Kepax Bridge in Worcester's Gheluvelt Park
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
🏡🏛️ What's being decided in Worcester today? Today's Planning Committee will consider: • A new home in a rear garden at Sherwood Lane • Listed building consent for alterations to the City Art Gallery & Museum • And more planning applications 📺 Watch live from 3pm: www.youtube.com/worcestercit...
A model of a house on a desk next to someone filling in a planning application form
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
🦋 The #BigButterflyCount 2026 is here! Until 9 August, spend just 15 minutes counting the butterflies you spot in Worcester and help take nature's pulse. With 80% of UK butterfly species in decline, every count matters. Take part 👉 butrfli.es/3SVFepj #Worcester #Nature #CitizenScience
A close-up photo of a butterfly, with the logos for the Big Butterfly Count and Buterfly Conservation. A caption reads, "County me in."
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Why aren't we mowing some of the grass and wildflowers in Worcester? 🌼 Because letting them grow: 🐝 Supports pollinators 🐦 Provides food & shelter for wildlife 🌱 Boosts biodiversity 🌍 Helps store carbon 💚 Creates healthier, more colourful green spaces #Worcester #Nature
Colourful wildflowers
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
🚖 Heads up, Worcester! The taxi rank near the Cross will be closed on Wed 22 July, 7:00 PM–3:00 AM, while essential repairs take place at nearby businesses. If you need a taxi during these hours, please use an alternative pick-up location. Thanks for your patience. #Worcester
A close-up of a taxi. A caption reads, "The Cross taxi rank is unavailable Wednesday 22 July, 7pm to 3am."
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
For the first time ever, Worcester's top roles are all held by women 👏 The Mayor, Leader and Deputy Mayor visited St Andrew's Gardens - enhanced landscaping has boosted biodiversity & created an accessible link from High Street to Riverside Park. 🌿 www.worcester.gov.uk/news/city-le...
The Mayor of Worcester, Councillor Tor Pingree; Leader of Worcester City Council, Councillor Lynn Denham; and Councillor Karen Holmes, Deputy Mayor of Worcester standing at the new entrance to St Andrew's Gardens
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
📢 The future of local government in Worcestershire has been confirmed. From 1 April 2028, the current seven borough, city, district and county councils will be replaced by two new unitary councils: 📍 North Worcestershire 📍 South Worcestershire Find out more: www.worcester.gov.uk/news/future-...
A graphic showing a map of Worcestershire with a border between the north and south of the county. A caption reads, "Form 1st April 2028 there will be 2 unitary councils for Worcestershire."
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
🌳 Five Worcester green spaces awarded Green Flag status once again. Read more here 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/news/worcester-public-spaces-awarded-green-flag-award-accolades-again #Worcester
Celebrating the Green Flag award at Cripplegate Park are (L-R) Councillor Karen Lewing, Vice Chair of Worcester City Council’s Environment Committee; Worcester City Council parks staff Mark Worrall, Dave Whitworth, Graham Pratt and Denise Clarke, of the Friends of Cripplegate Park.
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
🎶 Gheluvelt Park’s historic bandstand is back in use after a £70,000 restoration. Read more 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/news/historic-bandstand-brought-back-into-use #Worcester
Councillor Karen Lewing, Vice-chair of Worcester City Council’s Environment Committee, at the Gheluvelt Park bandstand
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
🌡️ The temperature's forecast to hit 33C again today! Keep an eye on neighbours, friends, and family who may find the heat difficult, especially: 👵 Older people 🩺 People with long-term health conditions 👶 Young children Stay hydrated, stay cool, and check in on others.
An elderly man is looking at his phone. A caption rads, "Look out for people who might struggle to keep cool. Older people, people with long-term health conditions and young children may need help cooling down."
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Worcester City Council @myworcester.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
🚨 Landlords: renting has changed. New legal requirements could affect how you manage your tenancies. Don't get caught out - check what the changes mean for you and what action you may need to take. 👉 gov.uk/rentingischa... #Landlords #Property #Lettings
A picture of a row of houses. A caption reads, "The Renters' Rights Act is now active. Landlords must ensure tenancy agreements, rent increases and possession processes meet the new legal requirements."
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