Highley Parish Council

14/09/2026

COUNCILLOR CHRIS STANLEY

It is with great sadness that Highley Parish Council announces the passing of serving Parish Councillor Chris Stanley, who passed away peacefully at home on Friday 11 September.

Chris served on Highley Parish Council for four years and was a kind, loyal, and dedicated member of our community. He regarded Highley as his home and was immensely proud of the village, working tirelessly to support and champion local causes. His commitment, friendship, and service were greatly valued by fellow councillors and residents alike.

Chris will be sorely missed by all at Highley Parish Council. Our sincere condolences and thoughts are with his wife, Terry, President of Highley WI, and with all of Chris's family and friends at this difficult time.

We thank Chris for his years of service and the lasting contribution he made to village life. He will be remembered with great fondness, respect, and gratitude.

Chris leaves behind a lasting legacy of service to our parish and dedication to the community he loved. He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing and working with him.

11/09/2026

There have been around 14 million consultations through the pharmacy first service since it launched in February 2024.

You can get treatment for these conditions from your local community pharmacist, including some prescription medicine, if needed – without you seeing a GP.

From this autumn, participating pharmacies will be able to assess and treat 5 additional common conditions:

- migraine in adults
- outer ear infections in adults
- acne in young people and adults
- mild skin infections and scabies
- seasonal allergic rhinitis in children

Think pharmacy first, and find out more at nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst

11/09/2026

Sept. Highley Community Drop-In & Open Access Clinic 25th September The Severn Centre 9.30-11.30am

Need help getting the council services that matter to you? Come and meet our friendly advisors for face-to-face advice. We can help you access Shropshire Council services like:

✅ Blue Badge Applications
✅ Concessionary Travel
✅ Council Tax support
✅ Housing Benefit
✅ Crisis Resilience Fund
✅ Welfare Support
✅ Housing Options
✅ Parking
✅ Waste

❗ IMPORTANT: If you can, please bring any relevant paperwork and reference numbers that you have, along with your national insurance number, proof of ID and address if making a new application. It'll just help us to get the service you need quicker and easier.

This week, you can find the Shropshire Local team here:

Monday 14 September – Bridgnorth Library, Listley Street WV16 4AW
Tuesday 15 September – Whitchurch Library, St Mary’s Arcade, High Street SY13 1AX
Tuesday 15 – Albrighton Library, Station Road WV7 3QH
Wednesday 16 September – Market Drayton Library, Cheshire Street TF9 1PH
Thursday 17 September – Oswestry Library, Arthur Street SY11 1JN
Thursday 17 September – Bishop’s Castle, Enterprise House, Station Street SY9 5AQ

For more dates and locations, visit: https://orlo.uk/Bpr6W

You can also find us at The Guildhall in Shrewsbury, weekdays between 9.30am and 5pm: https://orlo.uk/OKPA9

And at Ludlow Library, weekdays (except Thursday) between 9.30am and 5pm: https://orlo.uk/n4Q3p

We look forward to seeing you!

11/09/2026

You might know that sepsis is a serious condition, but were you aware that it is a reaction to an infection, and that it can be life-threatening?
🫁 If you think you have a chest or urine infection (UTI) - speak to your pharmacist or GP practice.
⚠️ When it comes to sepsis, trust your instincts. Dial 999 or visit A&E if you think there's something seriously wrong.
💊 Antibiotics can help prevent bacterial infections from developing into sepsis. That's why it's important to take antibiotics as prescribed and only when they are needed.

11/09/2026

11/09/2026

📢 Parent Carers: We want to hear from you

Do you care for a child or young person aged 0–25 with SEND in Shropshire?

Tell us about your experience and help shape future SEND services.

✅ Fill in our anonymous survey
✅ Help shape future SEND services
✅ Share what's working well and what needs to improve

Your child does not need a diagnosis to take part. Whether they have emerging needs, receive SEN Support, are awaiting assessment, or have an EHCP, your experience matters.

Click here: https://orlo.uk/Fcexi

⏰ Survey closes 9 October 2026

11/09/2026

Worried about noisy or illegally modified exhausts in your area? Complete PCC John Campion’s survey today.

After hearing concerns from residents across West Mercia, the PCC is keen to understand your experiences and the impact this issue is having in your community.

With a national focus on this problem, your feedback will be included in a submission to the Minister for Transport to help strengthen enforcement and find effective solutions.

Have your say - https://pulse.ly/ewxzywaobl