Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin council merger row reignited
The row over whether Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin councils should consider merging has reignited, with claims that those living in Telford would end up paying more if the merger went ahead.
Calls for a merger between Telford & Wrekin Council and Shropshire Council have been roundly rejected by leading members of Telford's administration.
The response comes after Shrewsbury and Atcham MP, Daniel Kawczynski, reiterated his call for the councils to combine, claiming the move could save as much as £18 million.
But councillors from Telford & Wrekin's administration said they believe a merger with Shropshire would lead to the area's residents paying more in council tax and facing increased parking charges.
They have also warned of their concerns that a merger would leave them without a voice to campaign for Telford's Princess Royal Hospital.
