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Staffordshire Newsletter
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| Monthly updates about our county |
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| Council reorganisation update
Your services are unchanged.
Yesterday, the Government has withdrawn its decision to replace existing local councils with two new councils covering the north and south of Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. It will now reconsider all options for council reorganisation submitted for our area.
Reorganisation has not been cancelled, but the final arrangements remain undecided.
What this means for you:
- Keep using council services and contacting your council as usual.
- The Government have confirmed that they expect elections to any new councils in May 2028, with new councils in place for April 2029.
- A further Government update is expected in early 2027.
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What could devolution mean for Staffordshire?
The Government has agreed to begin talks on creating a Mayoral Strategic Authority for Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.
This could mean more decisions about jobs, transport, homes and growth are made locally and could help bring more Government funding into our area.
Your local council would still provide the everyday services you rely on, and nothing will change straight away.
There will be a consultation and if agreed with Government, it could be set up in autumn 2027 with the first mayor elected in May 2028. |
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School admission appeals – become a panel member
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| We are looking for volunteers to support our school admission appeals process to make sure our panels are independent and impartial. No specialist experience is needed – just fairness, confidentiality, and time to prepare. Full training is provided.
To find out more, call 01785 895335 or click the link below to get in touch by email. |
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Don’t dump your pumpkins
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| Once Halloween is over, please don’t leave pumpkins in our country parks or countryside.
They can harm wildlife and create hazards, so reuse them at home, compost them or put leftovers in your food waste caddy. |
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Upcoming events
November is nearly here, bringing plenty of reasons to get out and about across Staffordshire. From spectacular fireworks to the first signs of Christmas, here are a few events to add to your calendar.
- Fireworks to Wicked – The Mill at Worston, Great Bridgeford
Enjoy a family evening ending with a spectacular fireworks display set to music from Wicked. There’ll also be a children’s disco, entertainment and a fire-eating show before the main display at 8pm. Friday 6 November | 5pm–11pm.
- Ultimate Fireworks – Alton Towers Resort
Celebrate the end of the theme park season with three nights of spectacular fireworks. The park stays open until 9pm, so once the 7pm display is over, you can experience some of the rides after dark.
- Christmas Craft & Gift Fair – Checkley Community Centre
Get a head start on your Christmas shopping with handmade gifts and crafts, while helping to raise money for Alzheimer’s UK and Cancer Research. Saturday 7 November | 10am–2:30pm.
- The Polar Express™ Train Ride – Churnet Valley Railway, Froghall
All aboard for a festive journey to the North Pole, complete with live entertainment, hot chocolate, a Christmas cookie and a visit from Santa. Pyjamas are encouraged! 7 November–23 December | Times vary.
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Contact us
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| You can find ways to contact us via our website. |
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