** SYDNEY COTTAGE DRIVE **

I  am writing to let you know that Multevo Ltd, on behalf of Shropshire Council, are planning to carry out essential carriageway repairs on Sydney Cottage Drive, Bridgnorth.

These works will be completed with a Road Closure in place from Tuesday 27th of October to Wednesday 28th of October between the hours of 09:30am – 16:00pm, excluding weekends.

Please note that all our planned roadworks are subject to change due to weather conditions, or unforeseen circumstances.

Access Information During Road Closure:

Please be advised of the following access arrangements during the road closure:

• Essential Highway Personnel – Full access will be maintained at all times.
• Emergency Service Vehicles – Will be granted priority access through the closure.
• Residents and Local Businesses – Access to properties and business premises within the closure area will be maintained. However, please note there may be minor delays at times to ensure the safety of both residents and our workforce.

Additionally:

• We will adjust closure points where possible to minimise disruption.
• If a property or business falls within the closure points on a particular day, access will be permitted.
• If a property or business is outside the closure points,  the designated diversion route will need to be followed.

Advance notice signs, advising of the forthcoming closure, will be erected prior to work starting, and a fully signed diversion route will be place for the duration of the works. Letters will also be issued to the local residents and businesses that will be impacted.

Please be mindful that we can only provide access for properties/businesses within the closure. Should this cause any problems or concerns then please do not hesitate to get in contact.

I have attached our TM plan, but if you have any further questions or concerns, please let me know.

Thank you.

Kind regards,

Sammie Jenkinson Coordination Team Leader

Dear Tasley, Your local Safer Neighbourhood Team will be out and about across the area throughout October, providing opportunities for residents to speak with Officers and PCSOs about any concerns they may have. Whether you want to discuss local crime, anti-social behaviour, road safety issues, crime prevention, or simply meet your local policing team, we encourage you to come along and have a chat. 📍 Wednesday 14 October 🚓 Engagement Van – Much Wenlock 🕐 1:00pm – 1:30pm 📍 St Mary’s Lane Car Park, Much Wenlock🚓 Engagement Van – Shipton 🕑 2:00pm – 2:30pm 📍 Shipton Village Hall🚓 Engagement Van – Morville 🕒 3:00pm – 3:30pm 📍 Morville Village Hall 📍 Thursday 22 October ☕ Catch Up with Cops 🕑 2:00pm – 2:30pm 📍 Mikey’s Kitchen, Broseley 📍 Wednesday 28 October 🔒 Crime Prevention Advice Event 🕧 12:45pm – 1:15pm 📍 Broseley Library 📍 Friday 30 October ☕ Catch Up with Cops 🕑 2:00pm – 2:30pm 📍 Barrow Street Café, Much Wenlock ✅ No appointment needed ✅ Crime prevention advice ✅ Raise local concerns ✅ Meet your local Policing teamWe value the feedback and information provided by our communities and welcome residents, businesses and community groups to attend. If there is an issue affecting your area, please come along and let us know. We look forward to seeing you there. Broseley & Much Wenlock Safer Neighbourhood Team 👮‍♂️👮‍♀️

Do you know a young person who is learning to drive or ride a motorcycle? 🏍️🚗

Over the next 2 weeks we are supporting Op Spotlight to highlight the issues young drivers are faced with on the roads. Along with enforcement operations we are also encouraging young drivers/riders and their parents to have open, honest conversations about the issues they may be facing. Starting out on the road can be exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are some fantastic free resources available to help young drivers and riders build their knowledge, confidence, and safety awareness. 📖 Young Driver Guide Packed with advice on choosing the right driving instructor, preparing for tests, buying a first car, and managing insurance costs. https://issuu.com/firstcar/docs/young_driver_guide_52575fbc8af5c6 🏍️ Ride On (FirstBike) A dedicated guide for young riders, covering everything they need to know as they begin their motorcycling journey. https://issuu.com/firstcar/docs/firstbike_aaaa190286f4b3 👨‍👩‍👧 Parent Guide Supporting a young person through learning to drive or ride? This guide provides practical advice to help you support them every step of the way. https://issuu.com/firstcar/docs/parent_guide_68fa8ce90dafad Please share with any young drivers, riders, parents, carers, or guardians who may find these resources useful.

A MESSAGE FROM PCSO MILLER:

Broseley and Much Wenlock Safer Neighbourhood Team are appealing for information following a burglary at a construction site on Wenlock Road, Bridgnorth.

Sometime between 1800hrs on Thursday 3rd September 2026 and 0800hrs on Friday 4th September 2026, an offender or offenders gained entry to a storage container on site and stole a quantity of tools with an estimated value of approximately £1,200.

We are asking residents, motorists and businesses in the area to check any CCTV, doorbell camera or dashcam footage that may have captured suspicious persons, vehicles or activity in the vicinity during the times stated.

If you witnessed anything suspicious or have any information that may assist our enquiries, please contact West Mercia Police via our website or by calling 101, quoting the relevant incident number: 00283_I_04092026

Your information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, could prove vital in helping us identify those responsible and recover the stolen property.

Thank you for your continued support.

Broseley & Much Wenlock Safer Neighbourhood Team

Weekly Fraud update from West Mercia Police – Economic Crime Unit – 08/09/2026

The new Further Education terms will be starting shortly, and new and existing students will be shortly heading off to University or College, many for the first time.Whilst these are exciting times for all involved, there can be areas where new, and existing students may be vulnerable to Scammers and Fraudsters.Rental Fraud.Rental fraud happens when would-be tenants are tricked into paying an upfront fee to rent a property.                                                                                                                                                           In reality, the property does not exist, has already been rented out, or has been rented to multiple victims at the same time. The victim loses the upfront fee they have paid and is not able to rent the property they thought they had secured with the payment. Rental fraudsters often target students looking for university accommodation.Protect yourself.                                                                                                                                             Do not send money to anyone advertising rental properties online until you are certain the advertiser is genuine.If you need to secure accommodation in the UK from overseas, seek the help of the employer or university you are going to, or get a friend, contact or relative to check the property exists and is available.Do not pay any money until you, or a dependable contact, has visited the property with an agent or the landlord.Ask for copies of tenancy agreements and any safety certificates such as Gas, Electricity or HMO Licence.Do not be pressurised into transferring large sums of money. Transfer funds to a bank account having obtained the details by contacting the landlord or agent directly after the above steps have been followed. Be sceptical if you are asked to transfer any money via a money transfer service like Western Union.Other current scams existing and potential students need to be aware include:HMRC ScamsIn previous years Students taking part-time jobs have been at increasing risk from fake messages claiming to be from HMRC, often offering tax refunds. These are phishing messages to glean personal and financial details off the victim. HMRC will only ever contact customers who are due a tax refund in writing by post. They do not use telephone calls, emails or external companies in these circumstances. Anyone who receives an email claiming to be from HMRC should send it to phishing@hmrc.gsi.gov.uk before deleting it permanently. Student Loans There have also been phishing scams claiming to come from the Student Loans Company. They often target first year students and dupes them into handing over personal information to steal their identity and defraud them.They often tell the victim their details are out of date or incomplete and provide a link to a fake website where they can harvest their details. If in doubt, contact the Student Loans Company direct using a listed number. STUDENT PART TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIESBe extremely cautious of unsolicited job offers or opportunities to make easy money. These Fraudsters will pretend to offer legitimate jobs or get rich quick schemes via emails and target vulnerable groups, such as Students, who may think this is an easy way to make money.The fraud then builds up slowly; you may be asked to download an App to your phone which may access sensitive data on your phone. They may often make a small payment to convince you that the job is genuine, but sooner or later they will start asking for payments for extra training or equipment. They may even make you buy worthless products or make you sign up others to the scheme before you are paid. Sometimes the Fraudster recruits innocent people to transfer stolen money overseas using the victim’s bank account, who will then be asked to transfer the money onwards, perhaps also being allowed to keep some money for themselves.Please feel free to share these messages with any vulnerable friends, relatives, or neighbours If you have fallen for a fraud, Report it to Report Fraud (formerly known as ACTION FRAUD) on 0300 123 2040 or via www.reportfraud.police.uk Scam Text messages can be forwarded to 7726 to help phone providers take prompt action and block numbers that generate spam on their networks. You can also report Scam mobile calls by texting 7726 with the word “Call” followed by the fraudulent caller’s phone number. Forward Fake Emails received to report@phishing.gov.uk If you think your bank account or personal banking details have been used fraudulently, then use the short phone number – 159 – to contact the Fraud Prevention Department of most major UK banks.

Older and vulnerable people are seeing millions of pounds stolen from them with the fraud committed by those closest to them, according to new figures released by the City of London Police, the national lead force for fraud.Data from Report Fraud reveals that criminals stole £93.8 million through fraud by abuse of position during the 2025/26 financial year, with people aged 70 and over accounting for more than £51 million of those losses.A total of 3,812 reports of fraud by abuse of position were made during the year. This type of fraud occurs when someone exploits a position of responsibility, authority, or trust to access and steal a victim’s money, assets or property without lawful authority. Offenders are often family members, friends, carers, employees, or individuals entrusted to manage another person’s finances or affairs.The data shows older people are disproportionately affected. Victims aged 70 and over accounted for more than £51 million in reported losses, while those aged 80 to 89 suffered the highest number of reports and the highest financial losses of any age group, losing almost £24 million.Analysis of Report Fraud data identified a number of common offending methods. Many cases involved family members or close friends abusing their position to gain access to a victim’s finances, often by stealing bank cards, obtaining banking details or making unauthorised transfers from accounts they could access through regular contact with the victim. In some instances, offending continued after a victim’s death, with relatives allegedly manipulating wills or other legal documents to gain control of estates, property, and financial assets.The data also identified 764 reports involving the misuse of powers of attorney, resulting in reported losses of £34.6 million. These cases typically involved offenders exploiting a position of legal authority to control a victim’s finances and make unauthorised withdrawals for personal gain. The offending was often linked to elderly or vulnerable victims who relied on trusted individuals to help manage their affairs.There were also 444 reports involving social care workers abusing their position, with reported losses totalling £13.3 million. These cases commonly involved offenders gaining access to victims’ bank cards, financial information or personal belongings while providing care and support.The findings highlight how offenders can target people during periods of vulnerability, including ill health, cognitive decline and bereavement. During the reporting period, dementia was referenced in 337 reports and victims were described as vulnerable in 359 reports. The data also identified reports involving probate and allegations of wills or estates being manipulated for financial gain, demonstrating how offenders can exploit individuals and families at some of the most difficult points in their lives.The City of London Police is encouraging anyone who supports an elderly relative, acts under a power of attorney, is involved in administering an estate, or works within the care sector to remain vigilant for signs of financial abuse. Most Abuse of Position reports made to the police come from family members of elderly or vulnerable people who rely on others for care and support with managing their finances.We are encouraging organisations and members of the public to share the following guidance with patients, service users, and their family members:Review financial statements: check financial statements regularly for any unauthorised transactions. If anything appears suspicious, contact the bank as soon as possible.Watch for warning signs: be alert to unpaid bills, missing possessions, or unexpected changes to a will or bank account, as these may be indicators of financial abuse.What to do if you are a victim of fraud by abuse of position:Tell your bank or card provider: if you notice any financial transactions made without lawful authority, notify your bank or card provider as soon as possible.Act quickly if something feels wrong: you can raise a safeguarding concern with your local authority’s adult social care team. If a solicitor or deputy may be misusing their role, you can report your concerns to the Office of the Public Guardian.How to report it:Report it to Report Fraud online or call 0300 123 2040. For more advice and to raise any concerns, contact the Office of the Public Guardian.

Following reports from residents regarding road closures on Church Lane yesterday, an update has been received from the developer.

Works being undertaken near the link road development were completed by approximately 1pm and all associated traffic management has now been removed.

Separate pothole repair works were also taking place further along Church Lane by an unrelated contractor. These works were not connected to the development.

Whilst the two sets of works coincided and understandably caused confusion for residents, we have been advised that access along Church Lane should have been maintained.

Thank you to residents who reported the issue and helped bring it to our attention.

Can you spare a couple of hours a month to support your community?

We’re looking to co‑opt new councillors and welcome residents who want to make a positive difference.

To be eligible, you must meet one of the following:

• Be on the electoral roll for Tasley

• Live in Tasley or within 3 miles

• Own or occupy property in the parish

• Have your main place of work in the parish

Interested? Email the Clerk: clerk@tasleyparish.gov.uk

Or come along to a meeting and see what it’s all about.

More info: www.tasleyparish.gov.uk

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