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Vote Now: 2025 Staffordshire Ambassador of the Year
| We Are Staffordshire is proud to support the Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce 2025 Business Awards, featuring the inspiring Staffordshire Ambassador of the Year category.
The winner will be chosen by you, the local business community and supporters who know the value of those working hard to champion our county.
Four outstanding Ambassadors have been shortlisted from the 310+ strong Staffordshire Ambassador Network, recognised for their passion, commitment, and dedication to promoting Staffordshire both within the county and beyond.
Among them is Wayne Dutton, Enterprise Team Manager at South Staffordshire Council. A proud advocate for his area, Wayne is dedicated to supporting local businesses and bringing people together through collaboration and connection.
He also plays a key role in raising Staffordshire’s profile at national events such as UKREiiF, securing local sponsorships, contributing content to publications, and representing South Staffordshire at events like the Visit Staffordshire Tourism Awards.
Wayne lives and breathes the spirit of partnership and his work reflects that every day.
As Wayne says: “I’m honoured and proud to be nominated for this award. It’s a reflection on the fantastic team and organisation that I work for.”
Cast your vote and help celebrate the 2025 Staffordshire Ambassador of the Year. |
Service spotlight: Driving growth through UKSPF funding
| South Staffordshire Council is proud to shine a spotlight on its expanding suite of programmes aimed at building a brighter, more resilient future for residents, communities, and businesses across the district.
These programmes, funded the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF), collectively represent South Staffordshire Council’s vision for a vibrant, inclusive future.
Through strategic use of the UKSPF and REPF, the council is not just funding projects – it’s fostering long-term opportunity and resilience across all corners of the district.
Annette Roberts, Corporate Director of Place and Communities, said: “Building on the success of our previous UKSPF initiatives, this funding enables us to deliver impactful projects that boost local businesses, build skills, and improve shared spaces.
“Our focus remains on creating a vibrant, inclusive district where both communities and enterprises can thrive.”
For more information and to explore how you or your organisation can benefit, visit the South Staffordshire UKSPF page. |
Job vacancies
JOB VACANCIES
- Relief Leisure Assistant, Wombourne Leisure Centre, closing on 13th June
- Assistant Manager, Wombourne Leisure Centre, closing 15th June
- Relief Receptionist, Wombourne Leisure Centre, closing on 30th June
- Planning Solicitor, open closing date
All vacancies can be viewed in full and applied for on our recruitment site.
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Commit to improving your health and wellbeing
With Men’s Health week approaching, there’s no better time to think about how you improve your physical and mental health and wellbeing. South Staffordshire Council’s leisure centres provide a great range of facilities with everything you need to get your health on track. Facilities include:
- Gyms
- Exercise and wellbeing classes
- Swimming
- Toning Suites (Available at Penkridge and Wombourne)
To view what’s on at your nearest centre, visit https://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/sports-and-fitness
The leisure centres also provide schemes to help people get started, with discounts also available for students and apprentices and people in receipt of specific benefits. The leisure centres can be used on a pay as you go basis, however we offer a range of flexible membership packages to suit a variety of needs and budgets.
Here are some of the reasons why a membership may be the best option for you:
Member benefits
- Use 4 leisure centres for the price of 1
- No joining or cancellation fees
- Members portal allowing you to manage your bookings online
- Switch packages at any time
- No cancellation fees
To sign up, simply pop into your nearest leisure centre or join online at:
Create an account – Leisure Hub |
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The Poetic Journey – Free Poetry Workshop with Staffordshire’s Young Poet Laureate Harry Fletcher
Get creative with Staffordshire Young Poet Laureate and Perton resident, Harry Fletcher in this unique poetry workshop that explores the ‘We Roar’ exhibition.
‘The Poetic Journey’ is an opportunity to immerse yourself into the artistic tendencies of individuals who have experienced prison life.
This workshop aims to embrace the messages of the poetic voice and of the hidden meaning in each unique art piece. Throughout a range of different tasks, you will be encouraged to appreciate the importance of expression, by taking inspiration from the works around you, to create your very own poem.
Suitable for ages 16+
📍 Perton Library
🗓 Saturday 7th June
🕜 1:30pm – 3:00pm
Reserve your free spot:
📞 01902 506050
📧 perton.library@staffordshire.gov.uk
Join Staffordshire Police for a fun-filled day out!
Staffordshire Police are inviting you to a family-friendly day out at the Staffordshire County Showground, Weston Road, Stafford, ST18 0BD, on Saturday 14th June, from 11am to 4pm – and entry is completely free!
There’s something for everyone to enjoy. Come and meet incredible their incredible police dogs and their handlers, who work hard every day to keep our communities safe.
Ever wondered what it’s like behind the wheel of a police vehicle? You’ll have the chance to sit in a police car and even hop on a police motorbike! Throughout the day, we’ll also be running demonstrations that give you a closer look at the wide range of situations our officers deal with – from working at height to managing public order.
It’s a great way to meet your local officers, learn more about the work we do, and have fun with the whole family.
We hope to see you there!
Local Plan Review
| Two more weeks of public hearing sessions are underway for the Local Plan examination which commenced on Tuesday, 27th May at 10am.
Two further weeks of public hearing sessions for the Local Plan examination are scheduled be held from Monday, 21st July to Friday, 1st August.
All sessions are virtual and will be live streamed and available to the public via a link which will be published in advance of the sessions.
The Local Plan was submitted for independent examination by the council in December 2024 and is being scrutinised by two independent planning inspectors.
Participants at the hearings include officers of the council, representatives from professional planning groups and developers, other local authorities, residents and statutory consultees such as National Highways. They have been invited to take part by the inspectors based on the representations made in 2024 as part of the final public consultation on the Local Plan.
The Local Plan sets out the future planning framework for the district, including housing and employment sites and policies for the determination of planning applications.
To find out more about the examination, details of the programme officer, and for the live streaming link, visit Local Plan Review Examination. |
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