Telford and Wrekin Council (TWC) has launched a public consultation on plans to revamp three Shropshire town centres, including an £8m scheme to create a new civic quarter in Wellington.

Local residents will be given the chance throughout February to have their say on proposals for Wellington, which will see improvements made to the town's existing leisure centre. A new library and registry office will also be created. Eric Carter, TWC's cabinet member for regeneration, said: "This scheme forms part of the ambitious plans the council has for the borough and its Borough Towns Initiative (BTI) that will create a new gateway for Wellington and kick-start the regeneration that the area so badly needs.

"We want to get this started as soon as possible for the people of Wellington and for the local economy. The Council has already spoken with many different groups to help shape our vision for Wellington." Following the consultation, a detailed planning application will be submitted in March and it is hoped that work will get underway in the autumn.

Meanwhile, views are also being sought on plans for Dawley and Malinsee, which include a mixed-use scheme incorporating retail units and public open space.