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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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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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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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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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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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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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Stoke-on-Trent City Council awarded £20m in Levelling Up Partnership funding
Stoke-on-Trent City Council awarded £20m in Levelling Up Partnership funding
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Stoke-on-Trent – named one of the best places for overseas investment - now opens its doors to UK developers at country’s biggest investment show
A buzz is anticipated as investment opportunities for major key development sites across Stoke-on-Trent are unveiled for the very first time at a national property show this week.
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New City Council vision will improve everyone’s wellbeing
City council leaders have approved a strategy on how the authority will work over the next four years to improve the wellbeing of residents through a series of key commitments.
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New Lord Mayor appointed
The 98th Lord Mayor of Stoke-on-Trent has officially been appointed.
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City partners help to shape future approach to community wealth building
Leading figures from Stoke-on-Trent’s public, voluntary and commercial sectors have been involved in helping to design a brand new strategy to tackle deprivation and promote inclusive economic growth.
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International judges welcomed as city’s World Craft City status is assessed
Stoke-on-Trent's bid to gain World Craft City status reaches a climax this week as a panel of international judges from the World Crafts Council arrive to make their expert assessment.
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Five exceptional photographers capture the heartbeat of Stoke-on-Trent
Winners of a photography competition to capture the essence of life and love in the city have been announced.
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Councils to continue driving economic growth in Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire
Businesses across Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire will continue to receive specialist support and guidance thanks to a new joint committee.
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New director of housing, development and growth appointed
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has appointed a new director of housing, development and growth as positive progress continues to regenerate the city and secure investment.
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Stoke-on-Trent City Council taking steps to reduce the number of wasted homes in the city
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is taking steps to reduce the number of ‘wasted’ homes in the city as part of its commitment to ensure housing is available for those in greatest need.
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Budget for new financial year agreed by Stoke-on-Trent City Council
Plans to help tackle huge pressures on the authority’s finances due to the rising demands of social care are set to continue.
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Enforcement action to tackle crime in Fenton heightened to reassure communities and ‘Make Great Places’
Last month a coordinated partnership approach in the Fenton area of Stoke-on-Trent started, with high levels of enforcement action already taking place.
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Council set to receive up to £42.2m support loan from government to help tackle financial pressures
Extra financial support has been announced today (Thursday) to help tackle huge pressures on the authority’s finances due to the rising demands of social care.
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Council aims to stop Clean Air Zone in Stoke-on-Trent city centre
A team from Stoke-on-Trent City Council is drawing up a fresh plan to stop a Clean Air Zone (CAZ) being needed in the city leading to some vehicles being charged a daily fee for driving in the zone.
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Council faces difficult choices to balance budget to save essential services
Council faces difficult choices to balance budget to save essential services
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New wardens will help to keep communities safe and clean
Three new wardens have been brought in to patrol town centres across the city as part of an £800,000 project to keep local communities safe and clean.
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Review into the provision of music and entertainment venues across the city
A review into the provision of music and entertainment venues in Stoke-on-Trent is set to take place in the new year.
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Funding success for the BID helping to shape city centre safety
Two new roles will be created to help create a safer, cleaner environment essential for all who visit, shop, stay, live, and work in the city.
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New direction to support an exciting future for Spode site
Council leaders are pointing to a new future and direction for the historic former Spode pottery, consulting with businesses on redevelopment plans, and a host of activities to accelerate works.
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Ambitious plans for Stoke-on-Trent’s heritage praised by city leaders
City leaders are praising the momentum being built to support heritage in Stoke-on-Trent, following a number of major announcements.
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Funding boost for long-term plans to regenerate Stoke town
Long-term plans to revitalise Stoke town centre have been given a £237,000 funding boost.
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£50k of illegal tobacco and vapes seized in Longton
Trading standards teams have swooped to seize illegal tobacco products from a local trader.
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Counterfeit clothing seized during raid on house in Hanley
A property is under investigation as Trading Standards officers seized fake goods during a recent operation.
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Woman from Tunstall is convicted for illegally breeding dogs
A woman who was illegally breeding dogs for commercial gains pleaded guilty on Friday 1 December 2023.
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Consultation launched on new strategy to improve city’s wellbeing
Consultation launched on new strategy to improve city’s wellbeing
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City council unveils action plan to lift families out of fuel poverty
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is continuing to support residents who are living in fuel poverty with a brand-new five-year plan.
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Local organisations encouraged to become ‘welcoming spaces’ this winter
Local organisations encouraged to become ‘welcoming spaces’ this winter
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Open dialogue with government on council’s financial position
City leaders yesterday (Monday) met with the local government minister to discuss a way forward to resolve the authority’s recent financial challenges.
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City Councillors unite in support
Elected members at Stoke-on-Trent City Council have united in sorrow for the events taking place in Israel and Gaza at a full council meeting yesterday afternoon (October 19).
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Changes to council’s cabinet announced
Changes have been announced to the make-up of Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s cabinet.
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New five-year plan outlines city council pledge to tackle fuel poverty in Stoke-on-Trent
Council leaders have pledged to address fuel poverty in Stoke-on-Trent with the development of a new five-year plan – and want to hear residents’ views.
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Interactive heritage trail launches in Stoke-on-Trent
An interactive heritage trail highlighting Stoke-on-Trent’s rich history is being developed in the city.
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Residents given unique chance to help uncover part of Stoke-on-Trent’s history
The remains of two former bottle ovens look set to be uncovered as part of a community excavation project in Stoke-on-Trent.
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£8.5m gap in budget revealed as council leaders warn: ‘without funding overhaul we will not be able to sustain services’
City council leaders are calling for a national overhaul in the funding of social care services after revealing
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Tenants invited to give their views in review of Community Energy Scheme
Tenants are being invited to give their views in a review of a scheme that has seen solar panels installed on thousands of council houses in the city.
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Residents encouraged to have their say on antisocial behaviour in Hanley
Residents, businesses and customers of Hanley city centre are being urged to have their say on a Public Space Protection Order currently in operation.
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22,000 counterfeit cigarettes seized by Stoke-on-Trent City Council
Trading standards teams have swooped to seize the sale of illegal tobacco across the city.
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Unique partnership will help to drive down congestion on city’s major A-roads
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has entered into a unique partnership with National Highways in a bid to tackle the challenges faced by the city road network.
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Residents urged to have their say in a new community safety consultation
Residents are being urged to have their say on how to reduce crime in Stoke-on-Trent.
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Stoke-on-Trent organisations to benefit from £3.06 million to upskill residents
Eight Stoke-on-Trent organisations will benefit from a total of £3.06 million from Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s allocation of UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).
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Community-based organisations to benefit from £2.1 million of Shared Prosperity Fund
11 Stoke-on-Trent community-based organisations will benefit from a total of £2.1 million from Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s allocation of UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).
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New community-focused fund for greenspaces launched
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has today (June 12) proudly announced a new initiative community scheme, the ‘Big Green Fund’.
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New Lord Mayor appointed for Stoke-on-Trent
The 97th Lord Mayor of Stoke-on-Trent has officially been appointed.
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World-class public service making roots in Stoke-on-Trent with local talent filling roles
Senior leaders from across the city have this week taken part in a vision-building workshop led by the Home Office.
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New Stoke-on-Trent Growth Company will unlock the city’s full potential
Work is officially underway to develop a brand-new company which will support investment, business, employment and skills, culture and tourism in the city.
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STATEMENT: Statue investigation report published, as sensitive restoration works announced to restore it
Statue investigation report published, as sensitive restoration works announced to restore it
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Changes to council's cabinet
Changes have been made to the make-up of Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s cabinet today (Monday).
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New prospectus outlines how local organisations can access UKSPF cash to benefit the city
A prospectus outlining how organisations can access government funding to spend on projects to benefit the city has been launched today (February 14).
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Government Ministers meet city leaders at 10 Downing Street to agree future plans for housing, transport, culture and economic growth
City leaders have taken Stoke-on-Trent’s future plans for housing, transport, culture and growth directly to government in a meeting with senior cabinet ministers at 10 Downing Street yesterday.
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Shopworker sentenced in crackdown on illegal tobacco
Two individuals have been sentenced today after illegal tobacco was found at two premises in the city.
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Hundreds of jobs on the way as Home Office sign lease for new base in Stoke-on-Trent
Hundreds of jobs are on their way to Stoke-on-Trent after the Home Office signed a lease for a new base in the city.
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Residents asked to donate warm clothing to support the most vulnerable this winter
Stoke-on-Trent residents are being asked to continue to donate warm clothing, if they can, to help those in the city who are most in need over winter.
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Etruria Valley Link Road and Ceramic Valley Enterprise Zone celebrated at major event
Two major milestones have been celebrated at a key event marking some of Stoke-on-Trent’s greatest achievements.
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Demolition work set for approval on five former sheltered housing schemes in Stoke-on-Trent
Work is progressing to demolish five former sheltered housing schemes in Stoke-on-Trent.
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Budget proposes new record investment in social care to support people in greatest need
Budget proposes new record investment in social care to support people in greatest need
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Hundreds of Stoke-on-Trent households receiving help with fuel and food bills
Hundreds of households across Stoke-on-Trent are getting help with their fuel and food bills this winter.
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Essential works to bring forward Etruscan Square to be approved
Progress at Etruscan Square, formerly known as East/West Precinct, in Stoke-on-Trent city centre, is set to be boosted with the start of the site’s transformation into a striking new neighbourhood.
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30 ‘welcoming spaces’ open in the city to support residents this winter
Local businesses, community groups and faith organisations have come forward to offer ‘welcoming spaces’, to support residents during the winter months and rising cost of living.
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Local organisations encouraged to become ‘welcoming spaces’ this winter
Local businesses, community groups and faith organisations are being encouraged to step forward to offer ‘welcoming spaces’, to support residents during the winter months and rising cost of living.
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Stronger Together through Winter campaign unites services across the city in helping those in most need
Stronger Together through Winter campaign unites services across the city in helping those in most need
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Construction kicks off at Capital&Centric’s Goods Yard neighbourhood
Work to deliver one of Stoke-on-Trent’s most ambitious projects in a generation has officially begun.
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City leaders strongly object to plans to use hotel for asylum seekers, and call on other parts of the UK to match its support
City leaders strongly object to plans to use hotel for asylum seekers, and call on other parts of the UK to match its support
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City council carers nominated for Your Heroes award
Six Stoke-on-Trent foster care families are amongst the nominees for this years’ Your Heroes Awards which recognise the unsung heroes of communities across Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire.
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New programme launched to help support Stoke-on-Trent residents facing hardship this winter
Community leaders who are playing a major part in helping to tackle the cost of living crisis in Stoke-on-Trent have revealed what they are doing to support residents facing hardship this winter.
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Essential services to continue while bin collections changed and leisure facilities close as mark of respect for royal funeral
Essential services that support vulnerable people will continue during the bank holiday next Monday (19 September) to mark the funeral of our late Sovereign Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II.
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Local proclamation ceremony for the new monarch in Stoke-on-Trent
Local proclamation ceremony for the new monarch in Stoke-on-Trent
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Stoke-on-Trent leaders express their sincere condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Stoke-on-Trent leaders express their sincere condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
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‘Clear strategy, huge ambition and strong leadership’ in guiding city through challenges ahead
‘Clear strategy, huge ambition and strong leadership’ in guiding city through challenges ahead
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Council leaders urge residents to stay safe in hot weather
Council leaders urge residents to stay safe in hot weather
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Healthy food and fun activities continue over school holidays
A hugely popular scheme that has supported thousands of children across the city with healthy food and fun activities during school holidays will continue with the help of the Hubb Foundation.
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Council responds to rogue utility company illegally digging up roads
Last Thursday (9 June 2022) Stoke-on-Trent City Council responded to utility company, VX Fibre and their illegal excavation works on Leek Road.
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Park Hall visitor centre set to reopen
Stoke-on-Trent City Council have announced the Park Hall visitor centre will be reopening soon, with Staffordshire Wildlife Trust taking on the much-loved beauty spot.
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City Council’s community investment fund shares over one million pounds with 53 projects
Fifty-three community projects shared £1.2m from Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s community investment fund.
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Plans approved for £60m Stoke-on-Trent levelling-up project The Goods Yard
PLANS to turn a prominent industrial site in Stoke-on-Trent into a vibrant new neighbourhood have been given the green light.
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Statement - Stoke-on-Trent Museums
Stoke-on-Trent Museums budget consultation results in changes...
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Budget to transform services and invest in vital support for most vulnerable
The city council’s Cabinet has today (Tuesday) considered a budget that includes...
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Creation of Heritage Congress to preserve city’s rich history
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has today announced the formation of a new group to support its ongoing work to preserve and enhance the city’s rich heritage.
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Launch of Stoke-on-Trent Levelling Up Prospectus
More than £620million of potential investment opportunities across Stoke-on-Trent have been launched to investors – showcasing a bold and exciting range of opportunities for investment & redevelopment
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Statement - Stoke-on-Trent Museums
Commenting on recent inaccurate reports about the Gladstone Museum and Potteries Museum and Art Gallery...
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Consultation launches on budget proposals to invest record £154.4m in services to vulnerable
A consultation is underway on budget proposals that will continue investment in crucial services that provide vital support to the most vulnerable children and adults in the city.
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£500,000 of fake cigarettes taken off the streets in biggest single seizure in city
Trading standards and police teams have taken almost £500,000 of illegal cigarettes off the streets of Stoke-on-Trent in the biggest single swoop of its kind in the city.
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‘We will take action on counterfeit tobacco trade’ – warning after shop owner jailed
Criminals involved in the possession and sale of counterfeit tobacco are being warned: ‘we will catch you, and take action’ – after the jailing of a shop owner in Hanley.
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Stoke-on-Trent City Council to co-ordinate city support for Afghan refugees
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is to co-ordinate generous offers of support for Afghan refugees across the city.
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Accommodation for Ex-Offenders Scheme
Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Nacro have been awarded more than £155,000 to support ex-offenders in the City.
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Councillor Chandra Kanneganti appointed as Lord Mayor of Stoke-on-Trent
A new Lord Mayor has been appointed for the city of Stoke-on-Trent.
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Outgoing Lord Mayor highlights extra-ordinary Covid-shortened year, urges city to support civic charities
Outgoing Lord Mayor highlights extra-ordinary Covid-shortened year, urges city to support civic charities
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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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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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Hanley Town Hall to go purple in celebration of Census 2021
Hanley Town Hall will join more than a hundred buildings and landmarks across England and Wales by lighting up purple to celebrate the upcoming census and its importance to communities.
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Tributes paid to late former Lord Mayor Terry Crowe
Tributes have been paid to late city councillor and former Lord Mayor, Terry Crowe, who has died aged 75.
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Community Investment Fund is back open for applications – with £2.7m to support local groups
If you’ve got a great idea to improve your local area, the city council may be able to help with the investment you need to get it moving.
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Councillor Beardmore personally speaking- Stoke-cation
‘I will definitely be having my own Stoke-cation this summer’
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Councillor Randy Conteh has resigned from the cabinet at Stoke-on-Trent City Council.
Councillor Randy Conteh has resigned today (Tuesday, June 23) from the cabinet at Stoke-on-Trent City Council.
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Statement about the Lord Mayor
Statement about the Lord Mayor
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142 projects helped by council’s £3m community fund
Dozens of exciting community projects in Stoke-on-Trent can now get off the ground after they received a share of £1.2m from the final round of the city council’s Community Investment Fund.
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