Summer Guide: helping families stay safe and well

To help support children and families, we’ve created a Summer Guide which includes advice about sun and water safety, ideas for things to do to stay active, support and guidance from the Family Information Service and some help to be ready to go back to school in September.

Look out for printed copies in schools, libraries and Children and Family Centres.

From Saturday 22 July to Sunday 17 September, Warwickshire County Council is improving the Park and Ride’s service offer to ensure that everyone – from dog owners and couples to families and tourist groups – can make the most of this easy and relaxing journey into Stratford-upon-Avon town centre.

The 14th of July is a poignant date for victims of ‘honour’ based abuse, as it marks the murder of a 17-year-old called Shafilea Ahmed, 19 years ago, who was murdered by her parents, because she refused a forced marriage.

From 1 August 2023, holders of Warwickshire disabled person’s bus passes will be able to travel at any time using their passes for journeys that start within Warwickshire.

We’re thrilled to announce that we will soon be delivering a wide range of fun and free activities to children and young people eligible for benefits-related free school meals. It’s the perfect opportunity to HAF a go and make the most of your summer!

Warwickshire’s parking permits to move to new online system

Having consulted with residents, the council is moving away from the previous paper system to the more agile online self-booking system.

New podcast delves into the health benefits of the great outdoors

The podcast series aims to foster meaningful conversations on topics that directly impact the lives of Warwickshire residents. In this latest episode, Warwickshire’s Director for Public Health, Dr Shade Agboola, is joined by Warwickshire Country Parks’ Education, Community and Health Ranger, Jennifer Hughes, to delve into the tremendous health benefits that can be enjoyed through spending time in the great outdoors.

Adult numeracy projects encouraged to apply for further Multiply funding this summer

The Multiply Project is a scheme, launched by the Government, to offer organisations funding for ideas that can redress the growing problem of poor numeracy in adults.

Flexible Learning Team organise unforgettable prom night!

For many young people, the prom night is one of the most exciting events of the year, but for some, especially those who are unable to attend school, it can be something they don’t get to experience. Thanks to the extraordinary people working in the Flexible Learning Team, this wasn’t something this year’s students had to miss. With exceptional planning and meticulous organisation, the team went above and beyond to ensure the young people unable to attend their school prom night were given a night to remember.

New Sustainable Warwickshire podcast episode explores the use of energy

In the face of concerns about the current global extreme heatwaves and flooding caused by climate change as well as the escalating cost of living, the latest episode of the Sustainable Warwickshire podcast from Warwickshire County Council is an easy way for residents to understand the current challenges of moving to renewable energy sources and using energy efficiently.

The Dusky Clearwing Moth had not been sighted in Britain since 1924 until, in 2021, a female specimen was documented on a farm within the county, although the precise location was kept confidential at the landowner’s request. Subsequently, the species was spotted twice in undisclosed locations in June of this year.

To continue ensuring that as many parts of Rugby – including its new housing developments –  are served by much-needed bus services, from Saturday 29th July, Rugby Service 3A (Newbold–Town Centre–Overslade–Woodlands) will be replaced by a number of extended services.

This summer, children aged 4-11 can visit Warwickshire libraries to join a fictional superstar team and their marvellous mascots to get involved in a Summer Reading Challenge themed around the power of play, sport, games and physical activity.