Moorcroft ward by-election result
The result has been declared in a by-election for the Moorcroft ward of Stoke-on-Trent. Counting took place this morning following an election yesterday.
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Spot-checks on Covid-compliance at 86 non-essential retail stores, as bookings set to launch for visiting museums
Public protection teams have carried out spot-checks on the Covid-secure measures in 86 non-essential retail premises across the city.
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China plate inspires 1,000th Potters ’Arf Marathon entrant to claim prize as hundreds sign up for iconic event
More than 1,000 runners and walkers have signed up for this year’s Potters ’Arf Marathon. As part of a competition, the 1,000th adult to sign up for this year’s event won free entry to the race.
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Four-fold increase in city centre visitors and £6m in additional support grants to Covid-affected businesses
Visitors to the city centre increased by a factor of four on the first day of non-essential retail stores reopening earlier this month, local data sources have revealed.
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New strategy to improve education for children and young people in Stoke-on-Trent
A new strategy to improve education outcomes for children and young people in Stoke-on-Trent is set to be introduced if approved by city council cabinet members at a meeting on April 20.
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Pubs and venues following Covid guidance, as £412,000 in food vouchers given to families during Easter
Pubs and venues across the city that reopened from lockdown last week are being praised for Covid-secure measures they have in place to protect visitors and staff.
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New Community Renewal Fund available for city projects
A new funding opportunity is now open for applications from organisations across Stoke-on-Trent.
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Funding agreed for retrofit bus programme
£800,000 funding has been agreed to improve air quality in Stoke-on-Trent following approval by city council cabinet members at a meeting yesterday (April 20).
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Local Plan first stage city consultation under way
Residents will be asked to air their views on the first stage in the development of a document which will direct the area’s growth plans for a 20-year period.
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New strategy approved to support people with learning disabilities in Stoke-on-Trent
A new strategy which will focus on improving outcomes for people with learning disabilities has today (20 April) been approved by Stoke-on-Trent City Council cabinet members.
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City council cabinet approves new strategy to support unpaid carers
Cabinet members at Stoke-on-Trent City Council have today (April 20) approved a refreshed strategy which will help improve the delivery of services for young and adult carers across the city.
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Businesses allocated £11.5m from new grant scheme to support reopening
Businesses across Stoke-on-Trent that have had to remain closed due to the coronavirus pandemic have been given a cash boost to help them reopen their doors.
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New breastfeeding support programme launching in Stoke-on-Trent
A new breastfeeding peer support programme is launching for mums in Stoke-on-Trent.
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34 Stoke-on-Trent businesses granted ‘street café’ licences and city markets and libraries reopen
A total of 34 pubs and venues across the city have been granted ‘street café’ licences by the city council to support them in safely reopening from the coronavirus lockdown restrictions.
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Councillor Candi Chetwynd becomes an independent
The political make-up of the city council has changed today (Wednesday).
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Public protection teams visit non-essential retail shops: compliance high, but advice on contact tracing and face coverings
Public protection teams have visited 95 non-essential retail premises across the city in a full day of activities to support shops reopening from the national coronavirus restrictions.
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Tributes to HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Stoke-on-Trent Lord Mayor Ross Irving said: “I am deeply saddened to learn of the announcement that HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, has passed away today (Friday).
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Public protection teams and Covid stewards support stores reopening, and home testing kits available
Public protection teams are preparing visits to pubs, shops and gyms to support the reopening of non-essential retail stores across the city next week.
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City council urges residents to stay safe during Ramadan
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is urging residents observing the holy month of Ramadan to continue following the latest coronavirus guidance.
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Taxi drivers encouraged to get tested for COVID-19 regularly
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is encouraging all licensed drivers in the city to take twice-weekly lateral flow tests to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
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24-hour mental health helpline support extended for six months
A 24-hour mental health helpline launched at the beginning of the second national coronavirus lockdown will continue to offer support to residents for an additional six months.
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Where can you get tested for COVID-19 in Stoke-on-Trent?
As lockdown restrictions continue to ease over the next month, residents are reminded that there are a variety of ways to get tested for COVID-19 across the city.
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Residents urged to stay local over the Easter weekend and comply with restrictions
Stoke-on-Trent residents are being urged to enjoy the easing of covid restrictions outdoors but to keep following coronavirus safety guidelines this Easter weekend.
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Archaeologists make new discoveries at former pottery works
Archaeologists studying bottle ovens at a former pottery works have made a ‘significant’ discovery after new information emerged about the structures.
Our data news -
Two-week free period for tenants up-to-date on their rent
Council tenants are reminded that if they have a clear rent account they are entitled to two rent-free weeks over Easter.
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Residents urged to act cautiously and keep getting tested as lockdown restrictions ease
As lockdown restrictions ease on Monday (29 March) Stoke-on-Trent City Council is urging residents to act cautiously.
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A year on #StokeonTrentTogether continues to support residents
A year on since the first national lockdown, 20,500 calls have been made to the #StokeonTrentTogether helpline with 140,000 proactive welfare calls made to 30,000 households across the city.
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Gladstone Pottery Museum to star in Sherlock Holmes spin-off TV series The Irregulars on Netflix
Stoke-on-Trent's stunning Gladstone Pottery Museum is set to star in Sherlock Holmes spin-off TV series The Irregulars on Netflix.
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Nuisance motorbikers warned: 'We will seize your vehicles'
Nuisance motorbikers are being given a stiff warning – if you cause anti-social behaviour in city communities your vehicles will be seized.
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Community Collect launches across council run COVID-19 testing venues
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