Local construction company Seddon appointed for £5 million Potteries Museum & Art Gallery transformation
A leading construction company has been awarded a contract to take forward the multi-million-pound remodelling of the Potteries Museum & Art Gallery.
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More positive news on vulnerable children as social worker caseloads lighten
The average caseload of social workers dealing with vulnerable children in Stoke-on-Trent has dropped sharply – thanks to effective early support.
Children and families news -
Residents unite to help tackle Anti-Social Behaviour in the city
Residents have given their overwhelming support to the council’s strategic proposals for tackling anti-social behaviour (ASB).
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User-friendly online service makes it easier for residents to access the care they need and lead more independent lives
An easy-to-use online service, which identifies a range of day-to-day support needs and provides people with immediate opportunities to help themselves, has been launched.
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Early Christmas warning as Trading Standards help save consumers from knock-off goods
Trading Standards has issued an early festive warning to dodgy traders and potential buyers to “not risk ruining Christmas” after seizing more than £250,000 of counterfeit and illegal goods.
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Ambitious action plan tackles food poverty in Stoke-on-Trent
Children supported by the Youth Offending Service will work with groups providing emergency food in Stoke-on-Trent as part of their rehabilitation.
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Stoke-on-Trent City Alliance Agreement Officially Signed
Stoke-on-Trent City Council and VAST, the Local Infrastructure Organisation for the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise Sector in the city, have signed a landmark agreement.
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Free Parking for Christmas Shoppers across the city
Christmas is coming early in Stoke-on-Trent – with free parking across all six towns and Meir on the two Saturdays in the run up to the big day.
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Stoke-on-Trent set to appoint new city Custodian to mark 100 years
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is set to create a new role to promote, celebrate and represent the city as it gears up for its Centenary celebrations.
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Stoke-on-Trent prepares to welcome more buses on the road
Thirteen new bus routes are set to be introduced in Stoke-on-Trent as part of ongoing improvements to public transport in the city.
Roads, parking and travel news -
Major boost to care provision in people’s homes is improving independent living and quality of life
Every adult resident assessed as needing home care is now receiving it following a major effort by Stoke-on-Trent City Council to bring in more local service providers.
Adult care and wellbeing news -
Service keeping city’s young people safely with their own families Highly Commended at national awards
A service which helps to keep up to 88% of vulnerable young people living safely with their families has been Highly Commended at the HSJ awards.
Children and families news -
Residents to help shape new vision for Packmoor
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is set to consult residents on a bold vision to transform Packmoor by creating a vibrant new village heart.
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Historic partnership signals new era for Stoke-on-Trent's heritage buildings
Stoke-on-Trent is set to turbo-charge the regeneration of its historic buildings through an important new partnership.
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Ambitious new plan set to transform Stoke-on-Trent’s economy
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has published a major new plan which aims to accelerate economic growth and ensure that it delivers real benefits for people and businesses in the city.
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Have a wonderful winter with FREE school holiday activities
Families looking for something for the kids to do over the school holidays can access over 170 free sessions as part of the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme.
Schools and education news -
Walleys Quarry closure notice welcomed by city council
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has welcomed The Environment Agency’s decision to serve a closure notice on the operators of Walleys Quarry.
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Multi-million pound funding boost for bus services in Stoke-on-Trent
Nearly £10 million is set to be invested in local public transport in Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire.
Travel news -
Changes to four Stoke-on-Trent conservation areas
New rules to help protect and safeguard features of special architectural or historic interest within designated conservation areas in the city will come into force next month.
Conservation and heritage news -
New 24/7 online service will signpost residents to the care they need – and help them to help themselves
User-friendly online services are being launched to give residents, their families and carers 24/7 access to care services in Stoke-on-Trent and immediate opportunities to help themselves.
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Three shops under investigation after selling knives to a 16-year-old volunteer.
An underage sales exercise was conducted last week by Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s trading standards team as part of Operation Spectre.
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Crackdown on crime and anti-social behaviour hits Shelton – with immediate results
The operation has been running since September as part of the Making Great Places campaign – a partnership between Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Staffordshire Police.
Problems in my neighbourhood news -
Construction work starts on new public square at Goods Yard neighbourhood
The development of Stoke-on-Trent’s exciting new urban neighbourhood is entering its final stages.
Planning and building news -
Longer opening times and more services proposed for city libraries
Extra library services could soon be available in Stoke-on-Trent under new proposals to extend opening times and recruit more volunteers.
Libraries, sports and leisure news -
City Music Service return to Victoria Hall stage with a series of Christmas concerts
Tickets are on sale for a series of concerts which will showcase some of the best young musicians and singers in Stoke-on-Trent.
Schools and education news -
Stoke-on-Trent City Council pays tribute to former Lord Mayor
Council colleagues have paid tribute to a well-respected former councillor following her death this weekend.
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City experiences ‘get fit’ growth spurt as gyms get busy
Stoke-on-Trent has had an increased uptake in leisure centre visits that has exceeded expectations.
Libraries, sports and leisure news -
Thousands of free NHS Health Checks completed thanks to city council initiative
NHS Health Checks in Stoke-on-Trent have increased this year, which is a positive step towards improving the health of the city.
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Housing providers launch shared vision to improve living standards in Stoke-on-Trent
A new Charter which promises better living conditions for tenants has been officially launched in Stoke-on-Trent.
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Ceramic Makers’ Market returns to Gladstone Pottery Museum
The hugely successful Ceramic Makers’ Market is making its long-awaited return to Gladstone Pottery Museum this month.
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