Phil Wilkinson-Jones

Halesowen, Worcester

Local Democracy Reporter at Worcester News

Local Democracy Reporter for Worcestershire, based at @worcesternews. Stories also on @bbchw and others. Email [email protected]

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Plan for up to seven new homes in village near Worcester

12 hours ago | worcesternews.co.uk | Phil Wilkinson-Jones

A developer wants to put housing on land off Peachley Lane in the village. But neighbours have objected to the scheme. Jadon Ortlepp said: “This is not wanted by anyone round here. 1,000 homes have just been built down the road. No more are needed. “It is becoming overdeveloped. It will increase traffic and noise in a quiet area.” Chris Breeze said: “The access to this would be a major concern and the increase in traffic along a very narrow lane.
Landlady 'gutted' as council makes decision on noise row pub

23 hours ago | worcesternews.co.uk | Phil Wilkinson-Jones

At a licensing hearing, councillors heard that hundreds of complaints had been made about the Berkeley Arms in School Road, St John’s since 2021. But Worcestershire Regulatory Services (WRS) said its advice “wasn’t heeded” and placed the pub under review. The licensing sub-committee also heard from landlady Beverley Walton, who said she had made some efforts to reduce noise coming from the pub but didn’t feel all of the conditions suggested by WRS were practical.
Lynn Denham to continue as Worcester City Council leader

1 day ago | worcesternews.co.uk | Phil Wilkinson-Jones

At the authority’s annual meeting on Tuesday, May 13, councillors unanimously voted for the Labour councillor to continue in the role. Jabba Riaz, who will also continue as deputy leader, said Cllr Denham had shown what “strong, steady and compassionate leadership can achieve” over the past 12 months. “She has steered the council with clarity and with resolve through a difficult year, setting a balanced budget when resources were tight and demands were high,” he said.
Matt Lamb elected new mayor of Worcester

1 day ago | worcesternews.co.uk | Phil Wilkinson-Jones

The Labour councillor was unanimously voted in at Worcester City Council’s annual meeting on Tuesday, May 13. Green councillor Tor Pingree is the new deputy mayor. “It is with the greatest pride and humility that I formally accept the role of mayor of Worcester for the coming year,” he told councillors. “I would like to sincerely thank my fellow councillors for electing me and placing their trust in me.
Plan to build more homes on old Tolladine golf course refused

1 day ago | worcesternews.co.uk | Phil Wilkinson-Jones

The scheme would have seen more of the old Tolladine golf course developed for housing after a plan to build up to nine homes on land off Darwin Avenue which was approved earlier this year. The latest plans related to land at the north side of the former golf course with access off The Fairway.
Mel Allcott: 'Great to see Raven pub brought back to life'

2 days ago | worcesternews.co.uk | Phil Wilkinson-Jones

The Raven has been fully renovated after sitting empty following its closure in 2019 - and on Friday had its application for an alcohol and events licence approved by the council. That is despite objections from a number of neighbours in Droitwich Road, who had concerns over the pub staying open until 1am some nights. City and county councillor Mel Allcott, who has kept a close eye on the fortunes of the Raven, said: “It is great to see the Raven brought back to life.
First phase of plan to repair Evesham's historic Almonry

2 days ago | eveshamjournal.co.uk | Phil Wilkinson-Jones

The Almonry, parts of which date back to 1390, is home to a museum and tourist information centre. But the Grade I listed building, once part of the Evesham Abbey complex, is deteriorating and was placed on Historic England’s ‘Heritage At Risk’ register in 2016. Proposals submitted to Wychavon District Council form the first phase of the two-part Almonry Restoration Project. If approved, this would see repairs to the building’s walls, roof and timber frame.
Storage space at industrial estate could be turned into offices

2 days ago | eveshamjournal.co.uk | Phil Wilkinson-Jones

Unit 600 in Enterprise Way, Vale Park, is currently used for storage on the ground floor, with office space above. But proposals submitted to Wychavon District Council would see the unit turned into offices. The plans include an extension to offices on the first floor and the provision of 10 additional parking spaces for members of staff. In order to comply with environmental planning regulations, the units would be fitted with double glazing, LED bulbs and ‘low energy fittings’.
Council to decide on takeaway's plan to stay open until 5am

2 days ago | worcesternews.co.uk | Phil Wilkinson-Jones

But the owner of Yummy’s Grill says he needs to open late so the business can pay its bills. Councillors are set to decide on plans for the takeaway in The Cross to provide “late night refreshment” between the hours of 11pm and 5am. Yummy’s Grill currently serves food including burgers and kebabs until 11pm but wants to extend its licence.
Anupam Indian Restaurant in Malvern to build extension

2 days ago | malverngazette.co.uk | Phil Wilkinson-Jones

The approval of district planners allows Anupam in Church Street to expand its dining area. Plans submitted to Malvern Hills District Council show the restaurant wants to demolish an existing conservatory area and replace it with an “elevated extension”. Anupam is located on the first floor of 85 Church Street and is accessed via a staircase off a passage between two ground-floor properties. According to the plans, the applicant owns the properties on either side of the passageway.