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Impressive increase in positive Ofsted ratings for Stoke-on-Trent schools
Figures recently released for Q4 2023-24 confirm that the overall percentage of pupils in Stoke-on-Trent currently attending a school classified as “good” or “outstanding” by Ofsted is 89.8%
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New Stoke-on-Trent City Alliance Agreement set to be announced
A new way of working between the local authority and voluntary, community and social enterprise partners to support the people and communities of Stoke-on-Trent is set to be revealed.
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New programme shows that in Stoke-on-Trent, Family Matters
On Tuesday 30 July Stoke-on-Trent City Council cabinet members will hear how the Family Matters programme is already making a difference to families in the city.
Children and families news -
City leaders welcome King’s Speech that aligns with council strategy
Members of Stoke-on-Trent City Council have welcomed MPs voting this week to approve the King’s Speech, which sets out the new government’s priorities in alignment with the city council’s strategy.
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Council leaders to back development of a fresh, new vision for the city centre
An exciting piece of work to develop a ten to fifteen-year plan for Hanley as the city centre is set to get underway.
Housing and neighbourhoods news -
Weston Road works starting this week
From Wednesday 24 July works with include updating the kerb drain system and carriageway resurfacing.
Roads, parking and travel news -
Three Stoke-on-Trent shops closed as part of a raid on illegal cigarettes and vapes
Three shops in Stoke-on-Trent have been forced to close after an operation by trading standards found illegal cigarettes and vapes being sold.
Problems in my neighbourhood news -
Stoke-on-Trent Lord Mayor helps to raise £14,000 for local good causes
Three charities have been awarded a share of £14,000 thanks to the fundraising efforts of Stoke-on-Trent’s former Lord Mayor.
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‘Get Active’ this summer
A campaign to support residents across the city live happier, healthier and more fulfilling lives has been launched in time for the school holidays.
Adult care and wellbeing news -
New assistant directors of housing, development and growth appointed
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has appointed three new assistant directors of housing, development and growth.
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Consultation launched on new strategy to create a wellbeing economy for Stoke-on-Trent
The City Council is asking residents, partners, businesses and voluntary and community sector (VCS) organisations for their views
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Game, Set, Match! Newly refurbished tennis courts open across the city
Game, Set, Match! Newly refurbished tennis courts open across the city
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Stoke-on-Trent goes global after claiming World Craft City Status
Stoke-on-Trent has been awarded World Craft City status, catapulting the City - known as the potteries - onto the global stage.
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Two city parks recognised as two of the country’s best parks
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is celebrating after receiving a Green Flag Award for Burslem Park and Hanley Park.
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Stoke-on-Trent: Celebrating 100 years of strength, kindness and creativity as a city
Today Stoke-on-Trent City Council and partners unveil plans to celebrate the city’s Centenary at a major partner event at Gladstone Pottery Museum, Longton.
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More than a hundred families celebrate settling into new homes in Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has helped deliver new homes on the site of a redundant sports ground.
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Council takes action to demolish run-down property
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is taking action to stop a vacant residential property falling further into disrepair.
Housing and neighbourhoods news -
Have the best summer ever with FREE school holiday activities
Families looking for something for the kids to do over the school holidays can access over 889 free activities as part of the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme
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Five Stoke-on-Trent shops raided in illegal cigarettes and vapes operation
Five shops in Stoke-on-Trent were raided today (Wednesday, July 10) as part of a joint trading standards and police investigation into illegal cigarettes and vapes.
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Port Vale Football Club ‘A Step Back in Time’ exhibition to be unveiled at The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
Port Vale Football Club ‘A Step Back in Time’, a brand-new exhibition exploring significant shirts during the history of the club, is heading to The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery.
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Three-month property closure order secured following anti-social behaviour
A property being used as a hub for anti-social behaviour has been served a closure order in a serious crack-down by Staffordshire Police and Stoke-on-Trent City Council enforcement teams.
Problems in my neighbourhood news -
Stoke-on-Trent Trading Standards seize counterfeit football shirts
A total of 178 fake football items were found, including tops, strips and tracksuits.
Business news -
Closure order served by council on Stoke-on-Trent vape shop
Following investigations by Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s trading standards team Suli’s Vapes will now be closed for a minimum of 3 months.
Business news -
STATEMENT Newcastle Street, Burslem
Stoke-on-Trent City Council update on Newcastle Street, Burslem.
Planning and building news -
Armed Forces Day Parade in the Park returns to Longton
The popular free Armed Forces Day Parade in the Park returns to Longton’s Queen’s Park this weekend (Sunday 30 June 2024) between 1pm and 4pm.
Events news -
Josiah Wedgwood statue to be restored for prime location
The iconic statue of Josiah Wedgwood on Station Road in Stoke is to be temporarily removed, restored and then re-positioned in front of the station entrance to provide a welcoming feature for visitors
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Vital roadworks to start on Monday 24 June
Motorists are being warned to plan extra time for journeys in and out of the Eaton Park estate due to vital roadworks.
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Council to step in to secure fire-hit Middleport building
Specialist engineers brought in by Stoke-on-Trent City Council have given the go-ahead for council contractors to stabilise fire-hit buildings to ensure a city road can be re-opened urgently.
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Hope on horizon for city’s 300 year old pub
Plans to breathe new life into one of the city’s oldest public houses has reached an important milestone.
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Households in Stoke-on-Trent can apply for support from the Household Support Fund
Struggling households in Stoke-on-Trent can get vouchers to buy food and pay for energy bills and other essential items.
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