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Labour call-in rejected as Prince of Wales Theatre decision stands
A Labour attempt to overturn the decision to retain and refurbish Cannock’s Prince of Wales Theatre has been rejected by councillors following a lengthy scrutiny meeting on Tuesday evening. Cannock Chase District Council’s Economic Prosperity Scrutiny Committee met on Tuesday 22 September to consider a call-in of the Reform UK Cabinet’s decision to retain the theatre and explore bringing it back into use. The call-in was led by Labour Group Leader Cllr Tony Johnson and suppor
Daniel Cecil
Sep 233 min read
Su Beardmore joins Reform UK Cabinet at Staffordshire County Council
Cllr Su Beardmore has been appointed as Staffordshire County Council’s new Cabinet Member for Children and Young People. Cllr Beardmore joins the Cabinet as part of the Reform UK administration which has controlled Staffordshire County Council since May 2025, following the party’s major gains at the county elections. She takes over responsibility for the Children and Young People portfolio from Cllr Nick Lakin, bringing a change to Reform UK’s senior team at County Buildings.
Daniel Cecil
Sep 121 min read
Missing dog Luna found safe after almost 10 weeks
A dog reported missing for almost 10 weeks has been found and reunited with her family after being unexpectedly located during a joint operation in Norton Canes. Cannock Police confirmed this afternoon, Friday 11 September, that Luna was found during an operation involving officers from the Cannock Local Policing Team, Cannock Chase District Council and the RSPCA. The operation at an address in Norton Canes was not directly connected to Luna's disappearance, but officers unex
Daniel Cecil
Sep 111 min read
Labour calls in Reform decision to save Cannock’s Prince of Wales Theatre
Labour councillors have formally challenged the Reform UK administration’s decision to retain and refurbish Cannock’s Prince of Wales Theatre, just weeks after the Cabinet voted to save the venue from demolition. Cannock Chase District Council’s Cabinet unanimously agreed on 20 August that its preferred approach was to retain and refurbish the Prince of Wales, rather than continue with a Development Framework which included redevelopment of the theatre site. The council subse
Daniel Cecil
Sep 103 min read
Thousands of jobs at risk as bet365 and Jaguar Land Rover announce major cuts
Two of the biggest employers in and around Staffordshire have announced major job cuts within days of each other, with around 300 roles set to go at bet365 in Stoke-on-Trent and Jaguar Land Rover announcing plans to reduce its global workforce by around 4,000. The announcements will cause concern across Staffordshire, with both businesses employing significant numbers of people from communities across the county. Stoke-on-Trent-based betting giant bet365 is set to cut around
Daniel Cecil
Sep 103 min read
Staffordshire council shake-up paused as Government orders full review
Plans to replace Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent’s ten existing councils with two new unitary authorities have been placed on hold while the Government carries out a full review of its Local Government Reorganisation programme. The announcement was made in Parliament on Monday, 7 September, less than two months after ministers confirmed that Staffordshire would be divided into new North and South authorities. Housing, Communities and Local Government Secretary Angela Rayner
Daniel Cecil
Sep 95 min read
Government confirms North/South split for Staffordshire in major council shake-up
The Government has confirmed its long-awaited decision on the future of local government in Staffordshire, choosing a North/South model that will replace the county’s current two-tier council system with two new unitary authorities. The decision follows the submission of five proposals by councils in November 2025 and a public consultation held earlier this year. Under the approved plans, two new councils will be created using the existing district, borough and city council b
Daniel Cecil
Jul 162 min read
Air ambulance responds to serious collision on Huntington Terrace Road
Emergency services, including the air ambulance, responded to a serious road traffic collision on Huntington Terrace Road this evening. Police, ambulance crews and the air ambulance were all called to the scene, with the road remaining closed while emergency services dealt with the incident. A large number of posts on local social media have claimed that the collision involved a nine-year-old boy. At this stage, however, Staffs.News has been unable to independently verify tho
Daniel Cecil
Jun 281 min read
Double Victory for Reform UK in Staffordshire
Reform UK has secured victories in two Staffordshire by-elections held on Thursday 25 June, winning seats in both East Staffordshire and Tamworth. In Stretton, East Staffordshire, Jonathan Pyke was elected for Reform UK after polling 902 votes (37%), narrowly defeating the Conservative candidate by just 31 votes. Stretton By-Election Result 🩵 Reform UK – Jonathan Pyke: 902 (37%) ✅ Elected 🔵 Conservative – Bernard Geoffrey Peters: 871 (36%) 🔴 Labour – Shelagh Mary McKiernan
Daniel Cecil
Jun 261 min read
Pokémon Craze Continues as Hundreds Attend Rugeley Card Show
Hundreds Attend Chase Card Show in Rugeley Photos credited to James Prosser. Over 400 Pokémon fans descended on the Lea Hall Club in Rugeley today for the second Chase Card Show, hosted by The Card Keep, which is Rugeley’s one stop shop for Pokemon Cards, situated in Brewery Street Shopping Arcade. Fans of all ages were spoilt for choice with more than 20 traders attending the event, giving visitors the chance to buy, sell and trade cards throughout the day. The event brought
Daniel Cecil
May 101 min read
Cannock Chase Council Left Hanging After Election Shake-Up
Cannock Chase Council Left Without Overall Control Following Dramatic Election Results Cannock Chase District Council has been left without overall control following a dramatic set of local election results that have significantly reshaped the political makeup of the authority. Reform UK emerged from the elections as the largest party on the council after winning every seat contested during this year’s elections. The party now holds 14 seats on the authority, overtaking Labou
Daniel Cecil
May 102 min read
Reform Wave Hits Cannock Chase, Newcastle and Tamworth
Political Shake-Up Across Staffordshire as Local Election Results Roll In Voters across Staffordshire have delivered dramatic local election results, with major gains for Reform UK in Cannock Chase, Newcastle-under-Lyme and Tamworth as frustration with the traditional parties appeared to spill over into the ballot box. The results saw Reform UK make significant advances across all three areas, with Labour and the Conservatives both suffering losses in several wards as residen
Daniel Cecil
May 92 min read
Cannock Chase District Council Approves 2.99% Council Tax Hike
Cannock Chase District Council’s Labour-led administration voted tonight to impose a maximum 2.99% increase on council tax for the coming year. The move, approved during a heated full council meeting, comes as residents grapple with soaring energy bills and inflation, raising questions about the priorities of the current leadership. The tax rise, which is the highest amount without having a referendum, is expected to generate additional revenue for the council’s budget. Howev
Daniel Cecil
Feb 262 min read
🚧🚦Major Roadworks and Temporary Lights in Cannock Chase
🚧🚦Major Roadworks and Temporary Traffic Lights in Cannock Chase the surrounding area over the next 2 weeks – 22 th February 2026 – Unless specified otherwise, all listed dates are in February🚦🚧 ⛔️ Watling Street, Norton Canes - Night Closures (21:00 - 6:00) between Chruchbridge, Bridgtown, and the Turf Island, Norton Canes, from the 16th until the 6th of March, by National Highways for maintenance works. ⛔️ Church Road, Norton Canes – Closed between Norton Green Lane an
Daniel Cecil
Feb 223 min read
Multi-Vehicle Crash Causes Chaos on M6
Emergency services responded swiftly this morning after a multi-vehicle collision snarled traffic on the northbound M6, closing two lanes and causing significant delays for commuters between Cannock and Stafford. The incident occurred shortly before 11:10 a.m. between junctions 12 and 13, where police received reports of a crash involving "a number of vehicles." Staffordshire Police officers attended the scene, confirming no injuries were reported. Clearance operations wrappe
Daniel Cecil
Feb 191 min read
Councillor Sean Bagguley Appointed as Staffordshire County Council’s New Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources
Staffordshire County Council has appointed Reform UK Councillor Sean Bagguley to the pivotal role of Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources, overseeing the authority’s budget, contracts, and performance metrics. The move comes after former cabinet member Cllr Chris Large stepped down due to a family bereavement. Bagguley, who represents the Stone Rural North division, was elected to the council in May 2025. Prior to his cabinet appointment, he served on the audit and sta
Daniel Cecil
Feb 182 min read
Stafford Residents Urged to Have Their Say on New Town Council Proposal
Stafford residents are being asked to have their say on whether the town should establish its own town council, as the area remains the only unparished part of Stafford Borough amid major upcoming changes to local government. The consultation, launched by Stafford Borough Council, follows concerns that the planned abolition of the current borough council in 2028 — as part of government-driven local government reorganisation in Staffordshire — could leave residents in the town
Daniel Cecil
Feb 162 min read
Government Elections U-Turn
All May 2026 Local Elections, Including Cannock Chase & Tamworth, to Proceed After Reform UK Legal Challenge In a dramatic reversal announced today, the UK government has scrapped plans to postpone dozens of local council elections scheduled for May 7, 2026. The move comes just weeks after the postponements were confirmed, following a High Court challenge by Reform UK, which accused ministers of undermining democracy. The about-face affects around 30 councils across England
Daniel Cecil
Feb 162 min read
🚧🚦Major Roadworks and Temporary Lights in Cannock Chase
🚧🚦Major Roadworks and Temporary Traffic Lights in Cannock Chase the surrounding area over the next 2 weeks – 15 th February 2026 – Unless specified otherwise, all listed dates are in February🚦🚧 ⛔️ Watling Street, Norton Canes - Night Closures (21:00 - 6:00) between Chruchbridge, Bridgtown, and the Turf Island, Norton Canes, from the 16th until the 6th of March, by National Highways for mainteneance works. ⛔️ Church Road, Norton Canes – Closed between Norton Green La
Daniel Cecil
Feb 154 min read
Man Arrested on Suspicion of Attempted Murder After Stabbing on Coach on M6 Toll
A 41-year-old man from Northumberland has been arrested following a shocking stabbing on a coach travelling along the M6 Toll this morning. Staffordshire Police were called to the scene at around 8:15am on Sunday, February 15, after reports that a passenger had been stabbed in the shoulder. The incident happened on the southbound carriageway of the M6 Toll between junctions T8 and T7, just south of Cannock. The victim, a man, was rushed to hospital by ambulance. His condition
Daniel Cecil
Feb 151 min read
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