Instead of calling us, you are now able to send us a query directly on WhatsApp. We're trialling WhatsApp for questions about bins and recycling first, before we roll it out to other services. We look forward to helping you on WhatsApp.

WhatsApp us with your waste and recycling queries

We are running a trial pedestrianisation scheme in Lichfield City centre. As part of the trial, vehicle movement is restricted within the pedestrianised zone at all times, which includes Market Street, Tamworth Street (beyond the signs), Conduit Street, Breadmarket Street, Bore Street, Dam Street, Sandford Street (beyond the signs) and Bird Street (beyond the signs). Please be aware from Monday 22 July 2024 penalty charge notices will be issued to anyone not following the new restrictions within the pedestrianised zone. Find out more.

Bedrooms and under occupancy

If you are of working age, live in a council or housing association home and claim housing benefits, you are entitled to housing benefit to cover one bedroom for:

every adult couple (married or unmarried)
any other adult aged 16 or over
any two children of the same sex aged under 16
any two children aged under 10
a carer (or team of carers) who provide overnight care
any other child*

*If you foster a child, or look after a child whose main home is elsewhere, the child will not be included when assessing the number of bedrooms you require.