Tim Page

England

Senior Journalist at BBC Radio Shropshire

Radio bloke; online sub-editor; husband of one; father of three.

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Bilston's Swan pub could be demolished for Lidl car parking

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Tim Page

Pub could be demolished for Lidl car parkingTim PageGoogleThe Swan has been closed since 2021A Wolverhampton pub which closed four years ago could soon be flattened for car parking. The Swan on Bilston High Street is surrounded on three sides by car parking for the neighbouring Lidl store and other retail units. The supermarket has applied for permission to demolish the building, which the Campaign for Real Ale (Camra) said was built in 1898.
Inmate attacks on Long Lartin and Whitemoor officers spark anger

4 weeks ago | bbc.com | Tim Page

Officers could be murdered in jail attacks - unionTim PageBBCMark Fairhurst of the Prison Officers' Association said it was only a matter of time before an officer was murdered while on dutyPrison officers need to have stronger protection against attacks by inmates, their union has demanded after four assaults in a week. Now Mark Fairhurst, of the Prison Officers' Association (POA), has said prisoners who pose the highest risk should be "totally locked down".
Shropshire Council: Liberal Democrats take overall majority in local elections

1 month ago | bbc.co.uk | Chloe Hughes |Tim Page

A yellow dawn for Shropshire, as the blue wall retreatspublished at 19:43 British Summer Time19:43 BSTRob TriggPolitical reporter, BBC ShropshireThe Liberal Democrats have spent years nibbling away at the Conservative’s majority and today they achieved their end goal – taking control of Shropshire Council.
Cleobury Mortimer hub 'full of warmth' submits expansion plan

2 months ago | bbc.com | Tim Page

Hub 'full of warmth' submits expansion planTim PageShropshire Planning/Severn ArchitectsThe development would extend the hub backwards from its existing former church baseA community hub in a Shropshire town has submitted plans which it said would help "support and inspire" people in the area. The new development at Cleobury Community Hub would see it expand onto ground behind its current building aiming to provide better catering, worship facilities and a dance studio.
First BBC Radio Shropshire presenter scared when station launched

2 months ago | bbc.co.uk | Tim Page

Media caption, Listen on Sounds: Diane Kemp on BBC Radio Shropshire's 40th birthdayBBC Radio Shropshire's first presenter has marked the station's 40th birthday, admitting she had "never been so scared" as when launching the station. Diane Kemp started the first breakfast show at 06:30 BST on 23 April 1985, with the words: "Good morning, welcome along.
BBC Radio Shropshire

2 months ago | bbc.com | Tim Page

First presenter scared when radio station launchedTim PageBBCDiane Kemp was the station's first breakfast presenter on 23 April, 1985BBC Radio Shropshire's first presenter has marked the station's 40th birthday, admitting she had "never been so scared" as when launching the station. Diane Kemp started the first breakfast show at 06:30 BST on 23 April 1985, with the words: "Good morning, welcome along.
Lowestoft v Telford football match suspended after player injured

2 months ago | bbc.com | Tim Page

Football match suspended after horrific injuryTim PageBBCScreens were put up around the injured player after the clash at AFC Telford UnitedA non-league football match was suspended for more than an hour after the visiting goalkeeper suffered a serious injury during play. Warren Burwood was in goal for Lowestoft Town at AFC Telford United's ground in Wellington, Shropshire, when he clashed with an opposing player at about 15:35 BST.
Public vote chooses name for market redevelopment

2 months ago | bbc.com | Tim Page

Public vote chooses name for market redevelopment Tim PageBromsgrove District CouncilThe development includes public space which will open up Spadesbourne BrookA new development on the site of a former market hall in Worcestershire has been named following a public vote. The new community building, commercial development and public space in Bromsgrove will be known as Nailers Yard.
Social care set for £7m boost to meet rising costs

2 months ago | bbc.com | Tim Page

Social care set for £7m boost to meet rising costsTim PageGetty ImagesThe increase follows feedback from providers over costs like National Insurance and wage rises Stoke-on-Trent City Council is set to approve an extra £7m for adult social care services to help suppliers meet rising costs. Care homes and providers - some of whom challenged the previous settlement at the High Court - have told the authority increases in National Insurance and the National Living Wage have pushed their costs up.
BBC Shropshire team takes red nose on Comic Relief hill tour

Mar 20, 2025 | bbc.com | Tim Page

Tim PageBBC News, West MidlandsA team from BBC Radio Shropshire has begun a 12-hour challenge to reach the top of the county's three highest peaks, taking with them a huge Comic Relief red nose. Presenter Adam Green, newsreader Carlie Swain and producers Tim Barnes and Michaela Wylde set off shortly after 06:00 GMT on Thursday. They aim to conquer Stiperstones, Brown Clee and Titterstone Clee by 18:00, to help support the charity appeal.

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Tim Page @timpage001

25 Apr 25

Lovely night marking @BBCShropshire 40th with these legends. I’m glossing over the fact I’ve been there for 60% of that 😂 https://t.co/oEPLq4gw2V

Tim Page @timpage001

23 Apr 25

As I’ve now been dubbed the Station Archaeologist by a member of the original crew, it was nice to put my skills to professional use 😂 @RadioToday @airchecks @DianeKemp1 https://t.co/zGZVOJHO1c

Tim Page @timpage001

25 Dec 24

If the BBC hasn’t yet done the licensing for an Eastenders edition of Cluedo, it’s missing a trick. “??? in the Square with a snow shovel”