What is Telford and Wrekin?

Q: What is Telford and Wrekin?


A: Telford and Wrekin is a unitary authority district and borough in the West Midlands of England. It is part of the ceremonial county of Shropshire.

Q: When was it created?


A: The district was created in 1974 and was called The Wrekin.

Q: Does it have its own Fire and Rescue Service?


A: No, Telford and Wrekin shares its Fire and Rescue Service with the rest of Shropshire.

Q: What are some towns located within the borough?


A: The biggest town in the borough is Telford, but it also includes Wellington, Shifnal, Bridgnorth and Newport.

Q: Is it a separate unitary authority from Shropshire?


A: Yes, it is the only seperate unitary authority in Shropshire.

Q: Does it share Community Health with other areas?


A: Yes, Telford and Wrekin shares its Community Health with the rest of Shropshire.

Q: What type of area is Telford and Wrekin?



A: Telford and Wrekin is a unitary authority district and borough in the West Midlands of England that forms part of the ceremonial county of Shropshire.

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