Newbury's outdoor swimming pool located in the grounds of Northcroft Leisure Centre is currently undergoing preparation to allow it to be ready for public use in mid-June

A review is to be carried out to find if there are better ways for West Berkshire Council to communicate face to face with parishes and members of the public, than the current 'Area Forums'.

The Trading Standards Team at West Berkshire Council recently carried out an 'Antiques Audit' month visiting seven retail premises around the district with an independent antiques expert, previously of Sotheby's in London

Newbury's flagship Park Way shopping development is back on track following a meeting of West Berkshire Councillors tonight.

West Berkshire Council has successfully prosecuted a Lambourn man for flouting planning regulations. Ian Davis of Ermin Street Stables was charged £5,000 plus £500 towards the Council's costs when he pleaded guilty to two charges at West Berkshire Magistrates' Court on 14th April 2008.