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New partnership approach to boost adult skills and job opportunities
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has approved a new plan to help more adults gain the skills they need to find and stay in work.
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Adult Social Care a ‘clear priority’ in city as service rated GOOD
Adult social care services in Stoke-on-Trent have been rated GOOD by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
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Carers portal launched offering around the clock instant online support
A new 24/7 online portal is launched today to provide the city’s valued community of carers a range of instant support, information and advice.
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Exercise programme for muscle and joint pain coming to Stoke-on-Trent
A programme offering tailored support for people living with muscle and joint pain will be available in the coming weeks.
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Importance of timely diagnosis in spotlight as council joins partners to support Dementia Action Week
The city council is working with partners and dementia support services across Stoke-on-Trent and North Staffordshire to support this year’s Dementia Action Week 2025.
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City council set to bring in new services to reduce smoking backed by nearly £4 million funding
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is looking to invest almost £4 million of Government and public health grant funding in smoking cessation services to help people quit and live healthier and longer lives.
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New Health and Wellbeing Strategy set for approval
Stoke-on-Trent will have "an unrelenting focus on increasing preventative activity" if a new health and wellbeing strategy is approved.
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Providers of care and support for vulnerable adults in line for above-inflation fees increase
Providers of adult social care in Stoke-on-Trent could receive above-inflation fee increases, under proposals to be considered by the council’s ruling cabinet.
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City council invests a further £2 million to reduce smoking thanks to government funding
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is set to receive almost £2 million in government funding to reduce smoking in the City.
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Stoke-on-Trent City Council becomes an Endometriosis Friendly Employer
The city council has become only the second local authority in England to become an Endometriosis Friendly Employer.
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Council to mark World Parkinson’s Day with Centenary event
Stoke-on-Trent is set to host a special event promoting physical activity and offering vital support to those living with Parkinson’s as part of the city’s Centenary celebrations.
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Carers encouraged to make their voices heard by filling in new survey
Unpaid carers of adults and children are being asked to have their say to help design services that support them.
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Council health initiative helping disadvantaged communities shortlisted for national award
A city council public health project aimed at reaching people who face difficulties accessing healthcare has been shortlisted for a national award.
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Residents urged to get vaccinated after rise in flu cases
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is urging all who are eligible to get their flu, Covid-19 and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) vaccines to protect themselves this winter.
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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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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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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.
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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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Mental ill-health is ‘biggest cause of disability’ – new City report reveals
A newly released report flags mental ill-health as the largest cause of disability in the UK.
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New care home watchdog standards considered by city council
Residential and nursing homes in Stoke-on-Trent could have to reach new standards to be awarded future contracts from the city council.
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Stoke-on-Trent City Council welcomes government pilot to help reduce heart disease
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is delighted to have been chosen to take part in a new Government backed NHS health initiative pilot that aims to cut the number of heart disease cases in the city and support local people to remain in work, linking to the council’s strategy to ensure that we have a fair and inclusive local economy.
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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.
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Residents urged to have free NHS Health Checks and have their say
Residents are being encouraged to take advantage of the NHS Health Check Programme and participate in a new survey.
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Digital Champions will enhance support offered in Community Lounges
Specialists in digital platforms, including laptops, tablet and mobile phones are being rolled out in community spaces across Stoke-on-Trent.
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Care home residents benefiting from investment into care support technology
Residents of Davlyn House care home in Brindley Ford are reaping the benefits of a series of investments into care support technology by Stoke-on-Trent City Council.
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City Council shortlisted for two prestigious MJ Awards
Two services at Stoke-on-Trent City Council have been shortlisted for prestigious accolades at the annual MJ Awards.
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Over 500 Stoke-on-Trent residents attend special pop-up heart health event
Over 500 residents of Stoke-on-Trent attended a special pop-up event hosted at one of the city’s community lounges, aimed at addressing potential heart issues.
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Aspiring social workers encouraged to discover more about apprenticeships
Aspiring social workers are being encouraged to find out more about social work apprenticeships, as part of Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s recognition of National Apprenticeship Week (5-11 February).
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Businesses encouraged to take advantage of apprenticeship levy-share during National Apprenticeship Week
Businesses and organisations across Stoke-on-Trent are being encouraged to take advantage of the Government-funded apprenticeship levy share scheme as part of National Apprenticeship Week 2024.
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Growthpoint gives Angela 'a new lease of life’
A community-based activities service for people with mental health issues has been praised for giving someone 'a new lease of life'.
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ABLE support makes massive difference for Darren
Praise for a community opportunity service has come from Darren Roberts, who has learning disabilities, for the positive impact it has had on his mental and physical wellbeing.
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Care Champion Sharon Making Massive Difference to Stoke-on-Trent Residents
A community micro-enterprise is making a huge difference to residents across Stoke-on-Trent.
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New Bentilee Community Lounge will provide vital support to residents during winter and beyond
A community facility has opened at the Bentilee Neighbourhood Centre, giving residents vital direct support during the winter months and beyond.
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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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Free electric blanket testing as ‘Help is at Hand’ continues over Winter
Residents across the city are set receive free electric blanket testing as temperatures continue to drop.
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Residents invited to give their views on three adult social care policy proposals
Residents are being asked to give their views on three policy proposals for users of adult social care services across the city.
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Help residents of Stoke-on-Trent by becoming part of the Community Catalysts scheme
Budding entrepreneurs are being encouraged to sign up for the Community Catalysts enterprise scheme, and help assist the older and disabled residents in Stoke-on-Trent.
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Unpaid carers encouraged to take part in national carers survey
Unpaid carers across Stoke-on-Trent are being encouraged to share their opinions as part of a national survey.
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Shared Lives gives confidence and independence to Chris and Gaynor
An adult social care initiative promoting independence for adults who need support and offers them the chance to be part of a family, is celebrating five years since it was launched.
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‘Help is at hand’ campaign brings services together to enable residents to access cost of living support they’re entitled to
A major campaign to support residents across the city through the cost of living crisis and winter months has launched, with the support of public services, community and voluntary sector groups.
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Local woman offering care and support thanks new scheme for help in setting up new business
Hummingbird Care, founded by Wendy Edwards, has thanked a new Stoke-on-Trent City Council-funded scheme for helping her to setup her own small business offering care and support.
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Get the right support to live well with Dementia
Residents across Stoke-on-Trent are being urged to contact their GP if they’re experiencing or are worried about signs of dementia in a loved one.
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Stoke-on-Trent City Council celebrates Shared Lives Week 2023 (26 – 30 June 2023)
Shared Lives Stoke-on-Trent is calling for more residents to come forward to provide short breaks and long-term placements in their own home to adults with learning disabilities.
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Statement: Place To Be Strategy
Press statement: Place To Be Strategy
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'Small changes can make a big difference’: top tips for boosting your health and well-being in 2023
Stoke-on-Trent residents are being encouraged to boost their health and wellbeing by following top tips for small changes that can make a big difference.
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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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Residents struggling with mental health and wellbeing reminded ‘You are not alone this winter’
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is reminding residents that help and support is available through the winter months from the Stronger Together Through Winter initiative.
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Stoke-on-Trent residents to get help with food, essentials and energy costs this winter
Community groups across Stoke-on-Trent have received a share of £125,000 to support residents with food, essentials and energy costs this winter.
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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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Walking group welcomes funding boost from Stoke-on-Trent City Council
A walking group which helps people suffering from depression, anxiety and PTSD has received a funding boost from Stoke-on-Trent City Council.
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New draft Older People’s Housing Strategy set for approval
A new draft strategy to help older people in Stoke-on-Trent live well for longer is set to be approved for consultation by cabinet next week.
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New community coffee shop opens in Meir Park thanks to £65,000 of Stoke-on-Trent City Council funding
A brand new community coffee shop is set to open next month thanks to £65,000 of Stoke-on-Trent City Council funding.
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£2m in grant support will help rough sleepers into treatment and employment
Work to support rough sleepers in the city has been given a £2m boost after Stoke-on-Trent City Council secured grant funding that will deliver targeted support for drug and alcohol treatment and help
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The DadPad app launches in Stoke-on-Trent because babies don’t come with a set of instructions
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has worked with the NHS Midlands Partnership Foundation Trust and DadPad to launch the easy-to-use, freely downloadable resource for new dads and dads-to-be.
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New director of Adult Social Care Health Integration and Wellbeing services appointed
New director of Adult Social Care Health Integration and Wellbeing services appointed
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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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A scheme to support adults launches in Stoke-on-Trent
Leading figures from across the city have today (Tuesday) spoke at an event to launch the Changing Futures programme in Stoke-on-Trent.
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City council awarded over £5million to develop substance misuse services
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has been allocated £5,330,412 over the next three years to develop substance misuse services in the city.
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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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City Council running ‘amnesty’ campaign for potentially dangerous coin and button batteries
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is encouraging residents to check their electrical items and make sure coin and button batteries are disposed of safely.
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Stoke-on-Trent City Council working alongside partners and organisations highlight the signs of Dementia and are encouraging residents to seek help during Dementia Action Week campaign.
Residents across Stoke-on-Trent are being urged to contact their GP if they’re experiencing or worried about signs of dementia.
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A new health and social care service is working with local groups to better support residents in Stoke-on-Trent by meeting them in their communities and at social activities.
The city council’s Community Locality Connectors started Community Lounges alongside already established groups
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Welcome an adult with a learning disability into your home as part of the family through the Shared Lives Scheme.
Residents who have joined an initiative to provide short and long terms breaks for adults with learning disabilities are encouraging more people to come forward and join the scheme.
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An online service is reaching out to unpaid carers in the area by offering online support for free
Mobilise, an organisation commissioned by Stoke on Trent City Council, are piloting a new service to reach out to unpaid carers in Stoke-on-Trent.
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New funding made available to improve mental health in Stoke-on-Trent
Community groups, faith groups and charities are being invited to apply for funding being made available to support with mental health in Stoke-on-Trent.
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‘It is possible to live well with dementia with the right support’
Residents across Stoke-on-Trent are being urged to contact their GP if they’re experiencing or worried about signs of dementia.
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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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Tunstall Market traders help city’s homeless through donation drive
Traders at Tunstall Market have collected donations of toiletries for the residents of Lily Gertrude Simister Court.
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City council and partners launch new strategy to support people with a learning disability to live their best lives
City council and partners launch new strategy to support people with a learning disability to live their best lives
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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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Coronavirus cases rise, as lockdown begins and council works to continue to provide key services
Community leaders warn coronavirus cases in the city continue to rise as the first day of the latest national lockdown begins. Meanwhile, the council is working to maintain key services for residents.
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£83,000 boost to voluntary and community groups
Voluntary and community groups are celebrating being awarded £83,000 in grants to continue to provide important support to city residents through the coronavirus pandemic.
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Over 2,000 care home residents helped across Stoke-on-Trent and people in the city urged to act now to avoid tier escalation
A cross-agency support team set up in April 2020 to respond to Covid-19 has now helped 104 care homes in Stoke-on-Trent. And residents are being urged to do all they can to to avoid tier escalation.
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Residents in Normacot urged to get coronavirus test, after increase in cases
Residents in Normacot are being urged to get a coronavirus test – and a temporary mobile testing centre has been set up with the NHS – after an increase in cases in the area.
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Pubs and drinkers urged to follow social distancing rules
Two pubs in Stoke-on-Trent are being monitored after the city council received further allegations that rules on social distancing are still being broken.
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Pub-goers urged to follow health guidance, and 342 small businesses benefit from further £1.1m of grants
Pub-goers are being urged: be sensible, plan ahead and follow health measures. Plus, the authority is allocating a further £1.1m in discretionary grants. And council extends opening of leisure centres
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Trading standards teams investigate after reports of social distancing being flouted in pubs
Pub goers are urged to prepare for and plan their visits, and follow health measures in venues, as trading standards teams respond to a number of reports of social distancing rules being flouted.
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Home adaptations to help disabled residents resume, as services continue to restart in response to the coronavirus
Work to install stair lifts, ramps and other adaptations to help disabled people in their homes will restart on Monday (22 June) as council services continue to resume in response to the pandemic.
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Targeted support helps keep coronavirus outbreak in care homes to among lowest in England
Targeted support helps keep coronavirus outbreak in care homes to among lowest in England
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Stoke-on-Trent open for business with a return to the city centre by shoppers and work on the Smithfield development increases
Shoppers have returned to Stoke-on-Trent’s town centres and the city centre for the first time in three months as the unlocking of the High Street got under way across England.
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Fly-tipping ‘menace’ will not be tolerated, as tipping rises after coronavirus restrictions ease
Fly-tippers are being warned: if you blight our city, you will be prosecuted – after an increase in reported tipping since coronavirus restrictions have started to ease.
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Tips to open for longer, and routine housing repairs to resume, in response to the coronavirus
The city’s two tip sites will open for longer and accommodate more vehicles from tomorrow (Saturday, 6 June).
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More than 250 businesses apply for £2.8m grant scheme
More than 250 applications have been received for a £2.8m grant scheme to support small businesses through the coronavirus restrictions.
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4,000 food parcels delivered and 7,500 calls handled by campaign to help vulnerable through coronavirus
A campaign to support vulnerable people through the coronavirus outbreak has delivered 4,000 food parcels and handled 7,500 calls.
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Residents warned: bank holiday weekend is not a holiday from coronavirus restrictions
Residents are being warned that the bank holiday weekend is not a holiday from coronavirus restrictions, after reports of families disregarding closure notices on playgrounds in city parks.
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Coronavirus infection rate shows ‘clear downward trend’, and teachers and families reassured as schools plan phased 1 June reopening
Coronavirus infection rates in the city are showing a ‘clear downward trend’, after experiencing a much faster rate of increase in new cases in April and the first week of May than surrounding areas.
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Residents urged to adhere to social distancing, as infection rate yet to level off, and trading standards warn shoppers
Residents are being urged to continue to adhere to social distancing and public health guidance, as the infection rate in the city is yet to level off, and trading standards teams warn shoppers.
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Restricted opening of tip site attracts 230 vehicles in first day
Households are continuing to be advised to only go to city tip sites if it is essential, and to expect long waits.
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Brown bin collections to resume, as bulky waste collections start and tips set for restricted opening
Brown bin garden waste collections are set to restart in Stoke-on-Trent from Monday (18 May), as bulky waste collections are resuming and two tip sites are ready to reopen with restricted access.
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Foster care heroes needed as city prepares to take first steps on recovery journey
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is making an urgent call to recruit foster carers, especially during the coronavirus pandemic, as the authority prepares to begin a carefully considered recovery plan.
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Tips to reopen with restrictions and bulky waste collections to restart, as part of managed reintroduction of services
Household waste and recycling centres in the city will reopen from next Thursday (14 May), with restrictions in place as part of a controlled reintroduction of services in response to coronavirus
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Pothole repairs tripled and volume of garden waste collected doubled during lockdown
Council crews have repaired almost 1,900 potholes in city streets since coronavirus lockdown measures came into force 42 days ago.
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Voluntary groups reminded of grants deadline, as trading standards teams find pubs complying with lockdown
Voluntary organisations and community groups are being reminded that they have one day left to apply to a grant scheme to help them continue to support residents through the coronavirus outbreak.
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Campaign supporting vulnerable households through coronavirus outbreak hits 5,000 calls and 3,000 food parcels
A campaign to support vulnerable households through the coronavirus outbreak has received 5,000 calls and issued nearly 3,000 food parcels.
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City council pledges £100,000 for community and voluntary organisations
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has pledged £100,000 of financial support to community groups and voluntary organisations who are providing critical support to those impacted by coronavirus.
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‘Coronavirus has hit us hard, so small business grants are a lifeline’
Businesses across the city have hailed a grant scheme administered by the city council as a lifeline to get them through the coronavirus outbreak.
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Residents warned: tip closures not an excuse to fly-tip, while 11,400 calls made by campaign to support vulnerable
Residents are being reminded that the city council tip remains closed in response to the coronavirus outbreak and warned that this is not an excuse to fly-tip.
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Fly-tippers fined and pubs warned not to flout coronavirus restrictions
Civic leaders are warning that fly-tipping will not be tolerated and pubs must adhere to coronavirus restrictions.
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Residents urged: ‘stay at home and save lives’ this Easter, as warnings raised over removing closure notices in play areas
Residents are being urged to follow national health advice to ‘stay at home and save lives’ during the Easter weekend, as warnings have been raised over people destroying closure signs at play areas
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Local companies rally to provide protective equipment, as more than 70 council staff retrain to give care to vulnerable
Local companies are helping to ensure that frontline council care workers are supplied with personal protective equipment through the coronavirus pandemic.
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Trading standards teams investigate 100 coronavirus complaints, and grants to businesses pass £1.5m
Trading standards teams have responded to more than 100 public complaints over business compliance with coronavirus legislation, and have said the vast majority of premises are acting responsibly.
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First wave of grants gives lifeline to small businesses through coronavirus pandemic
More than £775,000 has been given out to small businesses in Stoke-on-Trent in the first issuing of support grants to boost the city through the coronavirus pandemic.
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Residents urged to follow health guidance and stop the risk of spreading coronavirus during warm weekend
Residents are warned not to burn garden rubbish or go out of their local area on bike rides as part of measures to stop the risk of spreading the coronavirus during the warm weekend ahead.
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Residents urged to follow public health advice, as communities show their support for frontline services
Residents are being warned to be vigilant in following public health instructions to stop the spread of coronavirus, as communities unite to show support to those delivering key frontline services
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Care for your city
A new recruitment drive has been launched to sign up carers in Stoke-on-Trent to meet the needs of the city’s most vulnerable residents during the Covid-19 crisis.
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£57m to support small businesses and retail, hospitality and leisure sector
Small businesses and those operating in the retail, hospitality and leisure sector could be eligible for a share of £57m in grants, in a huge boost for the city in response the coronavirus.
