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Annual Canvass reminder: Please respond now
Our Annual Canvass is currently underway across South Staffordshire.
Many households will have received an email, letter or canvass form asking them to check the information held for their address. The Annual Canvass keeps the electoral register accurate and up to date, while giving residents the opportunity to register to vote.
If residents receive a canvass communication, they should carefully check the details and follow the instructions provided. Responses can usually be completed quickly online or by telephone using the information contained in their communication.
Need help?
To contact Electoral Services please use 01902 696000 or email elections@sstaffs.gov.uk for further assistance
Littering in South Staffordshire – what do you think?
Discarded litter can make the great outdoors appear scruffy and uncared for. Research has shown that the presence of discarded litter can make areas feel less safe and may contribute to further antisocial behaviour and environmental crime.
Tackling dropped litter takes time, effort, and money. The council spends a great deal of time litter picking our district, as do a great number of residents who regularly spend their time litter picking in their local communities.
We would like to hear your views and experiences of littering. Please complete our short questionnaire and tell us what you think about littering, those who are responsible, and what should be done about it. Your responses will remain confidential, and one respondent will be selected at random to receive a £50 Amazon voucher.
Complete the online survey
Support for our Armed Forces and Veterans
South Staffordshire Council is proud to support The Staffordshire Armed Forces Covenant. The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise by the nation that those who serve or who have served in the armed forces, along with their families, should be treated fairly.
It is a promise that they should not be disadvantaged because of their service and acts as recognition of the sacrifices members of the armed forces make on our behalf.
Since its launch in 2012, the Armed Forces Covenant has been signed by every council in the country, along with over 3,000 businesses and other organisations.
South Staffordshire Council is a bronze member and offer our armed forces and veterans a wide range of support.
Visit our new web page today to see everything we offer via this link.
Job vacancies
- Leisure Assistant (Wombourne Leisure Centre), closing on 11th October 2026
- Planning Officer (Fixed Term), closing on 18th October 2026
- Relief Water Assistant (Cheslyn Hay Leisure Centre), closing on 21st October 2026
- Cleaner (Cheslyn Hay Leisure Centre), closing on 1st November 2026
Student Memberships offer great value for young people
Students aged 14-plus in full-time education can improve their health and wellbeing for £22.80 a month. Membership includes full access to:
- Gym access
- Classes
- Indoor cycling
- Swimming pools
- Toning suites
Build fitness, confidence and wellbeing alongside your studies in an affordable, welcoming local centre.
Qualified staff can help you make the most of your membership and reach your goals.
To join, provide proof of full-time education and enjoy unlimited access to a wide range of activities.
Student Membership – £22.80 per month.
Affordable fitness, swimming and classes under one roof.
Click here to find out more or sign up at your local leisure centre today.
Become a qualified pool lifeguard this October half term
Take the first step towards a rewarding leisure career this October half term by gaining the nationally recognised National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) at Penkridge Leisure Centre.
The NPLQ is the UK’s leading lifeguard qualification and is recognised by leisure operators across the country. The course provides the skills and knowledge needed to supervise swimming pools, respond to emergency situations, perform water rescues and deliver first aid when required.
Whether you’re looking for part-time work alongside education, a route into the leisure industry, or simply want to develop valuable life-saving skills, becoming a qualified lifeguard is an excellent opportunity.
Take the plunge this October half term and begin your journey to becoming a qualified pool lifeguard. Places are limited, so book early.
For further details visit this link or call Penkridge Leisure Centre on 01785 714152
South Staffordshire networking workshop
When communities come together, they thrive. This Supportive Communities networking workshop brings together professionals from across South Staffordshire to help make that happen. Open to Adult Social Care, health, VCSE sector colleagues and other partners working in the area.
Perton Civic Centre , Church Road, Coleridge Drive, Perton, WV6 7PD
Wednesday 21st October 2026 12:30pm – 3:30pm
Please book your place by Wednesday 14th October 2026
Book via this link
HAF spooky fun this half term
If your child is aged 5-16 years and eligible for a funded place on the HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) programme, they will receive an email or letter from Staffordshire County Council.
- Bookings open on Monday, 5th October, at 4pm.
- Activities run from Monday, 26th October, until Friday, 30th October.
- Activities over two hours include a free meal.
- Quote your HAF code to get a free place.
The perfect opportunity to meet new friends, enjoy healthy meals and have lots of spooky fun this half term.
If your child is not eligible for a free place but would like to attend, get in touch. Many clubs offer paid places, too.
To find out more, see www.staffordshire.gov.uk/haf
NEW welfare support partnership launched for South Staffordshire vulnerable residents
| South Staffordshire Council is teaming up with Citizens Advice to expand the community walk-in service, available every Thursday in October from 10am until 12pm at the Codsall Hub, Council Offices, WV8 1PX.
We welcome everyone who needs support with council tax and benefits matters to attend during these sessions, where advisors will be available to assist with understanding requirements and completing forms.
This service is designed to make access to guidance and practical help as straightforward as possible for residents in the South Staffordshire area, ensuring they can receive clear and timely support in person. |
Free NHS health checks in South Staffs
If you’re aged 40 to 74 and live in Staffordshire, a free NHS health check can check your:
- blood pressure
- cholesterol
- height, weight and BMI
- heart disease, kidney disease, stroke and diabetes risk
Everyone Health offers the checks at regular and pop-up clinics across the county, making it easy to find one close to you. They are open to eligible people who have not had an NHS health check in the last five years and who do not have any pre-existing health conditions.
Regular bookable clinics are available each month.
To book, text: HEART to 60777, call: 0333 005 0095 or book online at https://staffordshire.everyonehealth.co.uk/services/health-checks/
Flu vaccine for toddlers now available at pharmacies
For the first time, parents can now get their two and three year olds vaccinated at local pharmacies.
Free energy support available for residents in South Staffordshire
Beat the Cold is a free, independent charity that helps residents across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent stay warm, reduce energy costs, and access support with fuel poverty.
Their trained advisers provide free energy advice, help people understand and manage their bills, identify ways to save money, and connect residents with schemes and services that can make homes warmer and more affordable to heat.
Support available includes:
- Free energy and fuel bill advice
- Help reducing household energy costs
- Support for people struggling to heat their home
- Home energy efficiency guidance
- Access to warmer homes and fuel poverty support schemes
- Additional help for vulnerable residents and those with health conditions affected by cold homes
For support, call 01782 914 915 or visit Beat the Cold
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