| *Please note: Due to the school summer holidays, our regular weekly council newsletters will pause from today and resume in the week commencing 8th September.
However, during this period we will still share important news and updates from our teams, so please keep an eye on your inbox.
Prevent fires: Keep batteries and vapes out of the bin
There was a 70% increase in UK battery related fires in waste sites and bin lorries between 2022 and 2024.
Lithium-ion batteries found in everyday household items such as mobile phones, vapes, and power tools are the main contributor.
| Improper disposal in waste bins may lead to them becoming damaged or crushed during collection, leading to significant fires.
South Staffordshire collect small electrical items (up to 35x40cm in size) and household batteries as part of the kerbside waste and recycling collection service.
Residents should place items in a carrier bag (not black sacks) alongside their bin on collection day.
The crews will place this in a separate part of the truck for onward recycling and disposal.
Alternatively, they can be taken to recycling centres across Staffordshire (not Wombourne) or deposited in dedicated containers found in supermarkets and shops.
Light bulbs, fluorescent tubes or car/industrial batteries will not be collected; these should be disposed of safely at recycling centres across Staffordshire. Click here for more info👉 Bins and bags | South Staffordshire District Council |
Huntington summer fete success 2025
Congratulations to Chairman, Councillor John Newman, and the Huntington Parish Council Team on yet another successful summer fete.
| There was something for everyone – from face painting, and local produce stalls to advice on summer activities and much more.
South Staffs Council were also present to support the residents of Huntington, working in partnership with the Parish, Members and the wider community. |
Join Ask for Angela and win a £1,000 promo video
Licensed premises are being offered the chance to win a video showcasing their venue worth more than £1,000 when they sign up to a national safeguarding scheme.
The competition, ran by South Staffordshire Council, is open to any licensed premises in South Staffordshire.
To be in with a chance of winning, venues simply need to sign up to the Ask for Angela scheme via this link:
Ask for Angela survey for licensed premises | South Staffordshire District Council
Ask for Angela is a national scheme which helps licensed venues discreetly assist customers who find themselves in threatening, unsafe or uncomfortable situations.
Find out more about Ask for Angela here: Home – Ask For Angela.
Support local causes with the South Staffordshire Lottery!
Join the South Staffordshire Lottery and help support local causes while having a chance to win amazing prizes!
| For just £1 a week, you could win cash rewards – including a £25,000 jackpot – while supporting charities and community groups that make our district thrive.
It’s a simple, fun, and rewarding way to give back and make a real difference in your community.
Sign up today and see how your small contribution can have a big impact!
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Job vacancies
External vacancies
- Relief Leisure Assistant, Wombourne Leisure Centre, closing 31st August
- Relief Water Assistant, Wombourne Leisure Centre, closing on 29th August
- Relief Swimming Instructor, Wombourne Leisure Centre, closing on 29th August
- Planning Solicitor, open closing date
All vacancies can be viewed in full and applied for on our recruitment site.
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Summer activities highlights
South Staffordshire Council’s leisure services offer a range of discounted activities for children and young people to enjoy this summer.
| What’s on:
✅ Aspire Activity Camps for 4-14s
✅ Daily public and fun-time swims
✅ Wolves football courses
✅ Training courses for 14+
✅ Gym access for 13-15s
Cheslyn Hay Leisure Centre are also offering discounted badminton everyday of the summer, up to 5pm.
Plus, from 28th July, the Space Scheme provides 8 -17 year olds access to the gym and swimming for just £1, and 3G pitch hire for only £10!
For full details go to 👉 https://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/sports-and-fitness/activities-children-young-people |
Wombourne Library refurbishment update
Wombourne Library is to be completely refurbished soon as part of a £5 million modernisation programme.
Wombourne library is one of 10 larger Staffordshire County Council libraries undergoing extensive work in the next few years.
| A temporary library will open in the adjoining community centre, while the main building is transformed.
After the library closes its doors at 4pm on Saturday, 2nd August, staff will transfer books to the temporary library, which will open on Thursday, 7th August.
Work is scheduled to last approximately three months, with the library reopening in the autumn.
Hayley Coles, Staffordshire County Council’s cabinet member for Communities and Culture, said: “Staffordshire’s libraries are a valuable part of their communities.
This investment is for libraries that haven’t been improved in recent years and the money will be spent entirely on improving the public areas.
There will be a children’s area, free wifi and internet access, and space for people to work on their own devices, access business start-up advice and other services.
The children’s area will be much larger and better able to support youngsters with Special Educational Needs.”
In the last decade the county council has opened new libraries in Newcastle, Stafford, Codsall and Lichfield, while completely refurbishing Burton and Tamworth. |
WMI works: Overnight layby construction on A449 Stafford Road
West Midlands Interchange are continuing to progress the construction of two new laybys on the A449 Stafford Road northbound and southbound carriageways.
The laybys on the A449 will replace the eastbound and westbound laybys on the A5 Watling Street, which will be removed as part of the A5 development access roundabout installation.
To safely carry out surface works, overnight closures are planned:
- Southbound: Sunday 27 July, 8pm–6am
- Northbound: Friday 1 August, 8pm–6am (no access to Crateford Lane during this time)
Fully signed diversions will guide drivers via the A5, M6, A460 Cannock Road and M54.
For queries, please contact: contactus@communityrelations.co.uk or call 0800 377 7345.
WMI would like to reassure residents that Winvic and all involved in the project will ensure any disruption to road users and local businesses is minimised.
Thank you for your patience.
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Protecting our children:
The importance of vaccinations
Vaccinations protect babies and young children from serious and potentially life-threatening diseases like measles, polio, meningitis, whooping cough, and more.
| They’re safe, effective, and free on the NHS.
From birth to age five, your child will be offered a series of vaccines to help build lifelong protection.
Your GP will contact you when each vaccination is due, so you don’t need to worry about remembering the schedule yourself.
To learn more about which vaccines are offered and when, visit the NHS website: 👉 https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/nhs-vaccinations-and-when-to-have-them/ |
Latest Review Magazine out now!
The new edition of our Review Magazine is packed with updates, resources and news from our service teams.
Inside, you’ll discover:
- Enhancements to open spaces, support for local entrepreneurs, and new employment initiatives.
- A detailed update on Government plans for councils and our behind‑the‑scenes work to deliver them.
- How we’re boosting community engagement, plus expert tips to help reduce your carbon footprint.
- Latest news from leisure centres, the planning team, community safety – and much more.
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