Wolverhampton Council Closes Civic Centre Early, Sends Staff Home

Wolverhampton Council has decided to close the Civic Centre early due to anticipated severe weather. This decision was communicated through a memo from the council’s chief executive, Tim Johnson. Staff were informed to leave the premises at 3 PM on Thursday, as Storm Goretti is expected to bring significant snowfall.

Weather-Related Closure of the Civic Centre

The memo, sent shortly after 2 PM, emphasized safety as the primary concern for both residents and staff. The forecast predicts extremely challenging travel conditions as the storm progresses.

Guidelines for Staff

• Staff are advised to work from home until further notice.
• The closure applies to the Civic Centre and other non-operational council buildings.
• Employees should follow their team’s business continuity plans while working remotely.

The council aims to return to normal operations as soon as it is safe. The proactive closure seeks to minimize disruption and ensure the safety of everyone involved.

Communication and Updates

Wolverhampton Council encourages employees to stay updated through internal communications. This situation will be reassessed as conditions change.