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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 21h

Have your say on the future of our towns & villages!

Take our quick community survey by 27 Oct 2025 🗓️
👉 https://orlo.uk/Y2ZAX

More info: https://orlo.uk/dnQRS

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 22h

🚖 Our Licensing Team joined forces with Wolverhampton City Council to inspect out-of-district private hire vehicles in Leamington Spa.

27 vehicles checked
1 driver suspended
2 tyres replaced

Keeping passengers safe & standards high 👏

👉 https://orlo.uk/WZIUk

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 1d

🪔 Warwick District unites to celebrate the Festival of Light 🪔

The start of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, was marked by a special light switch on event this weekend in Leamington Spa, attended by hundreds of Warwick District residents.

Read more: https://orlo.uk/h92Dw

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 2d

The High Street Roadshow is coming to Warwick!

📅 Tue 21 Oct | 🕗 8–11am
📍 The Court House, Jury St (CV34 4EW)

Free event for local businesses to boost visibility and attract more customers.

👉 Book your free spot: https://orlo.uk/fINEo

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 2d

Book your free ticket now - https://orlo.uk/YpO2v

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 2d

Are you a landlord or do you work in the private rented sector?

Our next Landlord Forum is taking place next week, with exhibitions from local companies and helpful talks on the latest trends and legislation updates.

🗓️ Weds 22 October
⏰ 12:30pm - 4pm
📍 The SYDNI Centre

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 5d

Celebrate the spirit of Diwali tomorrow night as we switch on the Diwali light!

Taking place from 6pm to 8pm at the top of the Parade, the event features music, entertainment and dance before the light is switched on at 7pm.

✨🪔 Join us as we light up the night! 🪔✨

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 5d

Have your say on the future of our towns & villages!

Take our quick community survey by 27 Oct 2025 🗓️
👉 https://orlo.uk/vrs4m

More info: https://orlo.uk/7bH1f

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 5d

Warwick District’s unsung heroes were honoured in a civic reception held at the Royal Pump Rooms on Friday 3 October 2025, acknowledging the people of distinction who have rendered eminent services to the community of Warwick District.

Read more: https://orlo.uk/Af8se

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 5d

Warwickshire residents back two new councils. 73% prefer two unitary authorities (north & south) over one county-wide council, ahead of Local Government Reorganisation in 2028. Full report due end of October; proposals to Government by 28 Nov 2025.

🔗 https://orlo.uk/Tts4I

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 5d

Get the latest news and information on what's happening across the District right to your inbox every Friday 📩

Sign up to our newsletter at https://orlo.uk/dG200

Read today's edition ⬇️
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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 6d

💼 NEW JOBS 💼

We have a number of new vacancies available, including:

🏠 Housing Support Officer
💷 Financial Inclusion Officer
📹 CCTV Operator

Take a look at our vacancies & apply today!

https://orlo.uk/B1gyH

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 7d

Celebrate the spirit of Diwali this Sunday 12 October as we switch on the Diwali light!

Taking place from 6pm to 8pm at the top of the Parade, the event features music, entertainment and dance before the light is switched on at 7pm.

✨🪔 Join us as we light up the night! 🪔✨

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 7d

If we visit your property, our staff will have a Warwick District Council photo ID badge and will use an electronic tablet to complete it. This will be completed on your doorstep and they will not enter the property.

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 7d

Every year we contact households to check that the details we hold on the electoral register are up to date.

If you haven't yet responded, our elections team will be making contact either by phone or in person to complete the canvass form.

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 7d

Have you been looking to improve the energy efficiency of your home but not sure where to start?

In partnership with Go Renewable, we've launched an innovative pilot programme aimed at helping local homeowners explore and install low-carbon technologies.

Find out more - https://orlo.uk/UfDdV

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 7d

We'll be carrying out repair work on the War Memorial in Abbey Fields, Kenilworth at the end of this week due to damage that was caused earlier this year.

These repair works will be completed in time for Remembrance Day.

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 9d

Have your say on the future of our towns & villages!

Take our quick community survey by 27 Oct 2025 🗓️
👉 https://orlo.uk/UOKGY

More info: https://orlo.uk/feRet

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 10d

Warwick District’s cycling community came together last month to celebrate the opening of the brand-new cycling hub at Newbold Comyn.

Read more: https://orlo.uk/JqF3S

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Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 10d

Help us shape the future of our community by sharing your thoughts in our community survey. Your feedback will guide where support is most needed.

📝 Complete the survey: https://orlo.uk/rfPkv
📅 Deadline: 27 October 2025

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/phzgw

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 10d

Help us shape the future of our community by sharing your thoughts in our community survey. Your feedback will guide where support is most needed.

📝 Complete the survey: https://orlo.uk/8SxHT
📅 Deadline: 27 October 2025

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/0Iqtf

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 11d

Celebrate the spirit of Diwali next Sunday 12 October as we switch on the Diwali light!

Taking place from 6pm to 8pm at the top of the Parade, the event features music, entertainment and dance before the light is switched on at 7pm.

✨🪔 Join us as we light up the night! 🪔✨

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 11d

Despite everyone’s best efforts, the proposed closure of the Pump Rooms on Mon 6 Oct has been postponed.

✅ Open: Café, Box Office, VIC & Art Gallery & Museum
❌ Closed: Library (for the day)

ℹ️ Updates 👉 https://orlo.uk/OIkRX

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 12d

Next, we’ll lightly scarify the soil, breaking it up to help wildflower seeds take root, before sowing a mix of native wildflower seeds.

Residents are invited to help with the wildflower seeding. Get in touch with Olivia Williams before Friday 10 October to take part - [email protected]

Warwick District Council @warwickdc.gov.uk · 12d

We’re continuing our Wildflower Verge Trial across Leamington, Warwick and Kenilworth to support pollinators and boost biodiversity.

Starting next week, we’ll be mowing the verges and removing the cuttings to stop the soil becoming too nutrient rich - something the wildflowers don’t like!

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