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Staffordshire Supported Lodgings Gets Top Ofsted Rating
Staffordshire County Council's Supported Lodgings service has received Ofsted's highest "Consistently Strong" rating for supporting care leavers aged…
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Blue-green algae warning at Chasewater and Cannock Chase
Staffordshire County Council warns visitors to stay out of water at Chasewater and Cannock Chase Country Park after toxic blue-green algae confirmed at…
Rugeley bridge signs to be replaced after safety concerns
Confusing height signs at Rugeley Trent Valley railway bridge are to be replaced after lorry driver raised safety concerns. Seven strikes in three years.
Hemlock Way Cannock: Overnight Road Repairs Begin
Hemlock Way in Cannock will close overnight from 13 July for four nights of road repairs. Full details of diversions and what residents need to know.
Demolition Underway on Former Wilko Store in Stafford
Demolition has started on the former Wilko store on Stafford High Street. The site is earmarked for potential college expansion as part of the town…
Stone town centre road scheme begins 13 July
Road improvements across Stone town centre start 13 July, affecting Stafford Street, Crown Street and other main roads until 23 October with temporary…
Kerrie Pope Wins Staffordshire Ambassador Award
Kerrie Pope of Trentham Estate has been named Staffordshire Ambassador of the Year for her work promoting the county as a visitor destination.
Fake Squishy Toys Warning for Staffordshire Parents
Staffordshire Trading Standards warns of unsafe fake squishy toys failing UK safety standards. Risks include skin irritation, choking hazards and burns.
Staffordshire Community Learning Service Extended to 2029
Staffordshire County Council proposes extending its Community Learning Framework to 2029, ensuring stability during local government reorganisation. Over…
Staffordshire Summer Reading Challenge 2024
Staffordshire libraries launch 'Read to the Beat' Summer Reading Challenge, a free scheme running until 14 September encouraging children aged 4–11 to…
Staffordshire council leader warns of youth employment crisis
Martin Murray, leader of Staffordshire County Council, warns that young people face a "perfect storm" of school underperformance, lack of education…
Staffordshire Gritters on Standby for 30C Heat Wave
Staffordshire County Council has four gritters ready to spread granite dust on roads as temperatures hit 30C. The dust prevents bitumen softening during…
Staffordshire Council Plans More School Nursery Places
Staffordshire County Council is seeking to expand nursery provision in schools across the county through a £325 million government funding programme…
Staffordshire Heat Alert: Stay Safe in Hot Weather
Amber heat health alert in place across Staffordshire until 9pm Sunday 12 July. Council warns of risks to vulnerable people and dangers of open water…
We Are Staffordshire Sets Out 2026-2028 Plan
We Are Staffordshire has published a new delivery plan following an independent review. The placemaking organisation aims to strengthen the county's…
Inquest Concludes on Mayor Barry Panter Death
An inquest has concluded into the death of Barry Panter, a mayor in the Stoke and Staffordshire area, where tractor headlights played a role.
Dozens of firefighters tackle building blaze in Staffordshir
Dozens of firefighters are working to extinguish a building fire in Staffordshire. Road closures have been put in place as crews contain the blaze.
Wild Beaver Born in Staffordshire for First Time in Centurie
A wild beaver has been born in Staffordshire for the first time in centuries, the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust has confirmed. The birth shows suitable…
Police Force Rated Inadequate at Public Response
A police force serving the region has been found inadequate in responding to the public, according to inspection results highlighting concerns about…
Staffordshire Council Reports Strong Progress on Roads, Heal
Staffordshire County Council completes all emergency road repairs on time and delivers over 9,600 health checks in first quarter.