News published February 2026
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Masterplan sets out proposals for delivering realistic vision to develop and regenerate the city centre
People are being invited to have their say on a “realistic and practical” vision to transform the city centre over the next quarter of a century.
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Strong public response as heritage restoration fund attracts over 600 votes
A heritage restoration fund building on the successes of the city's Centenary has received more than 600 votes.
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Cultural clash of the century back on as Port Vale host Bradford City on 10 March
Cultural clash of the century back on as Port Vale host Bradford City on 10 March
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Leisure facilities to be revamped under new strategy
The city council has set out long term plans to modernise leisure and sports facilities across Stoke-on-Trent.
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Winter of Action cuts crime and boosts enforcement across Stoke-on-Trent town centres
Crime and anti-social behaviour across Stoke-on-Trent’s town centres has fallen following a coordinated Winter of Action led by Stoke-on-Trent City Council and Staffordshire Police.
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Family Matters’ support for 1,339 children in the city leads to awards recognition
A pioneering programme to help support families in Stoke-on-Trent is now supporting 1,339 children and transforming the lives of many more.
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Modernising waste treatment for a cleaner, greener Stoke-on-Trent
Plans to replace Stoke-on-Trent’s ageing Hanford Energy from Waste plant with a modern, cleaner and more efficient Energy Recovery Facility will be considered by the city council next week (24/02/26).
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Council budget prioritises vulnerable residents and invests in key services
Stoke-on-Trent City Council has set out a draft budget for 2026–27 that prioritises support for vulnerable residents while continuing investment in frontline services and local infrastructure.
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£5 million contract signed to transform Potteries Museum & Art Gallery
Major construction work is now underway after a £5 million contract has been signed to transform The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery.
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Council strikes land deal that will safeguard public open space and boost key developments and improvements across city
The city council has acquired six pieces of land from a major developer in Stoke-on-Trent for a minimal fee.
