News published January 2026
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People in Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire can now Connect to Work through new support programme
People who may struggle to work due to health conditions or other barriers can now access the support they need through a new government-funded programme.
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£150,000 appeal launched to keep major Bronze Age gold Treasure in Staffordshire
The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery has launched a £150,000 appeal to secure a rare Bronze Age gold Treasure discovered in Staffordshire.
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£1.5 million Pride in Place Impact Fund launched to boost communities across Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has launched a new fund which will see improvements to community spaces, parks, high streets and public places across the city.
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Multi-million-pound commitment to spark electric vehicle infrastructure drive in the city
Hundreds of new charging points are set to be installed thanks to a £3 million drive to ensure the city can support people making the switch to electric vehicles over the next five years.
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Stoke's streets cleaner thanks to environmental ambassador
Streets in Stoke town are being kept safe and clean thanks to the work of a dedicated environmental ambassador who's singlehandedly removed 4.5 tonnes of litter in less than five months.
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Crackdown on anti-social driving on Reginald Mitchell Way
Work is underway to remind drivers in the city that anti-social driving will not be tolerated and enforcement action will be taken.
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Wide-reaching cycling and walking plan will boost travel and help create better connected citywide route network
The council is transforming the way people can travel around Stoke-on-Trent with safer and more accessible walking and cycling routes.
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Local people invited to help shape Longton’s next public artwork
Longton town centre is set to get a new piece of public art, and local people are being invited to help shape it.
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Holiday programme providing free activities and meals set to continue thanks to government funding
A programme offering free activities and healthy meals for schoolchildren across the city is set to continue thanks to new government funding.
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New Community Cohesion Strategy set for approval
The city council’s cabinet is set to approve a new strategy aimed at building a more united, cohesive city.
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