New primary school to open 'if needed' in next five years
A new primary school will only open in Shinfield if there is demand for school places in coming years, Wokingham Borough Council has said.
Council to lobby against government housebuilding targets
Wokingham Borough Council will appeal to the government over new housebuilding targets over fears it will ‘change the character' of the town 'forever'.
Urge for more pharmacies to open in Bracknell amid shortage
Calls for more pharmacies in Bracknell are being made by councillors after data revealed the area has one of the lowest numbers in the country.
New SEND hub planned for vacant library
A new learning centre for young adults with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) could open in the old Wokingham library on Denmark Street.
Councillors concerned on impact of winter fuel payment cuts
Bracknell Forest Councillor Nick Allen is calling on a reversal of the winter fuel payment cuts as 16,000 pensioners in Bracknell are set to lose out.
Berkshire MPs show support for farmers protest
Berkshire MPs Jack Rankin and Clive Jones have shown support for farmers who protested in London yesterday over changes to inheritance tax rules.
Thousands sign petition to save music venue before demolition
Thousands of people are calling on Bracknell Forest Council's help to rehome The Acoustic Couch music venue.
New takeaway refused over concerns of resident obesity
A new takeaway has been barred from opening over concerns it would exacerbate health issues and obesity in a Priestwood.
Council speaks out on gender-neutral bathrooms row
Single-sex bathrooms are available for staff members at Bracknell Forest Council, after former employee Sarah Holman said she would sue over discrimination.
