This week Bucks has welcomed its first Afghan family as part of Buckinghamshire’s pledge to take in up to 30 families who worked with UK forces in Afghanistan.
They have been offered a much needed home and support, thanks to a generous fund of £65,000 pounds raised by local people.
More information on how Bucks Council are helping, and how you can help, visit
https://www.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/community-and-safety/how-we-are-supporting-the-afghan-crisis/
Aylesbury Homeless Action Group launches ‘Five to Thrive’ campaign
The mayor's chosen charity have launched the community-driven initiative in an effort to prevent homelessness across Aylesbury Vale.
Bucks schools set to close due to heat warning
A number of schools and education centres will close early or completely over the next few days as temperatures continue to soar.
2026 Angels’ Den finalists announced
The Clare Foundation has announced the ten charities shortlisted for Angels’ Den 2026, following 72 applications from organisations working across Buckinghamshire.
Buckinghamshire Council kicks off Armed Forces Week with flag-raising ceremonies
Today (Monday 22 June) marks the start of Armed Forces Week (22–27 June 2026). To commemorate the occasion, Buckinghamshire Council’s Chairman, Cllr John Chilver, led a flag-raising ceremony at the Old Crown Court in Aylesbury, while Armed Forces Champion, Cllr Lesley Clarke OBE, led a second ceremony outside the Buckinghamshire Council office on Queen Victoria Road in High Wycombe.
Thames Valley Police marks 25 Years of Community Policing Awards
Thames Valley Police is proud to launch the 2026 Community Policing Awards, marking a significant milestone as the awards celebrate their 25th anniversary.
Local Labour MPs' reaction to the Prime Minister Resigning
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Fire Sends Smoke Across Aylesbury
Residents reported seeing large plumes of black smoke rising from the former mill site behind Tesco on Tring Road on Sunday, prompting a swift response from Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service.
RSPCA Bucks branch has unprecedented number of cats and kittens in care
The branch says it has been one of the worst years for abandonments.
