News published July 2021
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Over £2 million of public money saved from fraudsters
Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s fraud team has prevented £2 million of public money falling into the hands of fraudsters over the last year.
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Coronavirus case rates begin to fall, and care providers must apply for staff self-isolation exemptions in exceptional circumstances
Coronavirus case rates in Stoke-on-Trent have begun to fall to below England and West Midlands averages, but residents are urged to continue to get vaccinated and tested to stop the spread.
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Thousands of illegal cigarettes seized in operation
A total of £8,500 worth of illegal tobacco has been confiscated from premises in the city centre.
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Hidden cultural treasures and historic venues are being opened up to visitors for a series of free events to honour Stoke-on-Trent’s heritage.
Between 10-19 September, residents and visitors will have the unique chance to access events and properties that are usually closed to the public or normally charge for admission.
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Children can enjoy wild time with library summer reading challenge
Stoke-on-Trent Libraries is encouraging children to sign up to read six books and visit their local library three times as part of this year’s fantastic Summer Reading Challenge.
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Residents to be offered COVID-19 home testing kits on their doorsteps
Teams from the city council and Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust will be offering residents lateral flow testing kits on their doorsteps in a drive to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
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Schools thanked for their work during coronavirus restrictions, and residents asked for patience should council services be impacted
Schools and families have been thanked for their hard work and dedication in minimising the disruption to teaching during an academic year impacted by the coronavirus.
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City schools most in need receive generous donation to support COVID-19 recovery
10 schools located in some of the most deprived parts of the city in Stoke-on-Trent were supplied with a donation to buy urgent IT equipment during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Coronavirus restrictions lift: here’s how council services will work to protect customers and staff
Public health leaders are urging city residents to be cautious and to consider continuing to wear face coverings and socially distance, especially in busy places.
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Work to start to tackle flooding on road in Stoke-on-Trent
Work will start next week on a £235,000 scheme to improve drainage and resurface a busy route in the city.