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Beacon Awards judges named as Lichfield nominations deadline approaches
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Newest firstLichfield Council Shortlisted for National Social Value Award
Lichfield District Council is a finalist in the Public Sector Leadership category at the 2026 Social Value Awards, recognising its 'Our Community Can'…
Have your say on Lichfield District Council’s spending priorities for 2027/28
Lichfield District Council is asking residents to prioritise spending across 60+ services for 2027/28. Consultation closes 18 November 2026.
Lichfield District’s heathlands are being brought back to life
Lichfield District Council is restoring heathland across three nature sites—Pipehill Crossroads, Ironstone Heath and Muckley Corner—as part of a wider…
Lichfield walking and cycling improvements completed
Staffordshire County Council has completed £400,000 walking and cycling improvements near The Friary School in Lichfield, including a new cycleway and…
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advertising@localgazette.co.ukCouncil investment helps to provide a new play area for families in Fazeley
A new play area has opened on Victory Terrace in Fazeley, funded by £100,000 from Lichfield District Council's Community Infrastructure Levy. Equipment…
Nominations open to celebrate the best of Lichfield District’s businesses and organisations
Lichfield District Council opens nominations for Beacon Awards 2026. Entries close 16 October. Celebrate local businesses, organisations and individuals.
First consultation launches on new Lichfield District Local Plan
Lichfield District Council launches first consultation on its new Local Plan. Residents invited to share priorities as district plans for 769 homes…
Century-old farm diversifies with new dog exercise field
Pipehill Farm on Lichfield Road has opened a secure dog exercise field after receiving £6,189 in council funding to help diversify the century-old family…
Muckley Corner development faces further enforcement action
Lichfield District Council says activity continued at the site despite a temporary stop notice, with further enforcement action now being pursued.
Free Find My Loved One scheme launches to support people living with dementia
Lichfield District Council funds 2,000 free Find My Loved One devices using NFC technology to help people with dementia get home safely if lost or…
Three new additions enhance Burntwood Park
Burntwood Park has opened a teen hangout area, accessible picnic bench and play panels, funded through social value contributions and the UK Shared…
Five hospitality businesses complete energy-saving improvements with council funding
Five hospitality businesses in Lichfield District have completed energy-saving improvements with nearly £40,000 in council grant funding, expected to…
Appeal for information following fly-tipping incident in Alrewas
Lichfield District Council is seeking information about fly-tipping incidents on Burton Road, Alrewas in July. A white Fiat Doblo Cargo van is suspected.
Staffordshire highways chief asks HS2 to do more for people affected by the closure of Streethay slip road
Staffordshire County Council demands HS2 funding after A38 Streethay slip road closure delayed from October 2026 to April 2027, affecting Lichfield roads…
New accessible bouncer opens at Beacon Park
Beacon Park in Lichfield has opened a new accessible bouncer funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, allowing children of all abilities to play together.
Lichfield Food Waste Trucks — The Scraps Gang
Ten food waste trucks now running in Lichfield District and Tamworth feature The Scraps Gang, monster characters named by local children. Weekly food waste collections started on 20 July.
Council investment helps bring historic Lichfield Canal back to life
Volunteers have completed 85 metres of restored canal at Gallows Reach that now holds water. Lichfield District Council awarded £200,000 to support the…
Vehicle seized after fly-tipper caught on camera
Lichfield District Council seized a vehicle and issued a £1,000 penalty after a resident reported fly-tipping on Brookhay Lane in Whittington.
Jetts announced as Headline Sponsor as businesses back Proms in Beacon Park 2026
Fitness brand Jetts named Headline Sponsor for Proms in Beacon Park on 5 September, with live music, food and fireworks.