Welcome
This is a dedicated edition about ways in which the council and our trusted partners can help during this cost of living crisis. As the cost of living crisis grips the nation, we are seeing crisis applications rise and we are addressing residents’ concerns about some very real issu es wherever we can, particularly around rising energy, fuel and food bills. Of course, these are problems that the council cannot solve, so we look to the government in Westminster to come forward with solutions. We are doing all we can to help and support. If there is something more we could be doing then I’d like to hear from you. This edition of Totally Telford is dedicated to sharing information about how the council is on your side and what we are doing alongside our trusted partners, to help during tough times. Many of you know me as someone who is out and about meeting people in person. I can see first-hand the impact this crisis is having on people’s physical and mental health, the underlying theme being about how to make ends meet. This crisis has highlighted the differences in our town, the same way the pandemic did. We pulled together like never before then and we will again now. Not only will we look out for one another, but I will personally continue to protect, care and invest to create a better borough for everyone. We are enormously proud of what we do but prouder still of the people we are here to serve. Our most important message – if you need help – reach out to us. We will always do our best to help you and if we can’t, we will find someone who can.
Councillor Shaun Davies Leader of Telford & Wrekin Council
We have used QR codes to give you access to lots of information online. Simply open your camera on your smartphone, point the camera at the QR code and tap the icon that appears to go straight to the website.
Councillor Kelly Middleton Cabinet Member for Leisure, Public Health and Well-Being, Equalities and Partnerships
We are always looking for interesting stories about things happening in Telford, people who are going above and beyond or if you have an idea to help make the town cleaner, greener or safer! If you have a story to tell, we would love to hear from you! Email us at totallytelford@telford.gov.uk Lots of things can be done online but we understand that sometimes you need to speak to us. We’ve extended our opening hours from 8am to 7pm Monday to Friday. Visit www.telford.gov.uk or call 01952 384384.
Need to make a free call? The council offers a number of free phones so you can call a range of council departments and partner
organisations at the following places. • Oakengates Library (Theatre) • Brookside Community Centre • Sutton Hill Community Centre • Donnington Library
With thanks to our contributors
• Madeley Library • Newport Library • Southwater One • Wellington Library • Darby House reception
Acknowledgements: Interfaith Telford, The Community Grocery, Telford Job Box, Arriva Transport, Aurora Sports Performance, Telford Crisis Support, Telford & Wrekin Baby and Toddler Bank, Telford Energy Advice, The Rustic Chef, The Bike Hub, Friends of Telford Town Park, Telford Repair Café, Live Well Telford, FAIRshare.
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