We’ve recently experienced several fires at the BIFFA waste processing facility in Aldridge caused by vapes or batteries being incorrectly disposed of in household waste bins. It is really important not to put vapes in your household bins as they contain built-in batteries which become extremely dangerous when compacted. Under pressure, batteries can ignite - and that's exactly what has happened.

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Home related theft is on the rise across the country - there are however simple and effective ways to protect your home and make it a less attractive target and make Lichfield District an ever safer place to live. Enter our competition to win a range of fantastic prizes including a home alarm system worth over £2,000! Find out more about how to protect your home and enter our fantastic competition before Friday 14 August at midnight.

Community and business funding

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There are a variety of organisations that offer funding to local community groups, organisations and businesses.

This section includes details of local organisations you can reach out to to fund local activities.

Councillor community fund now open