https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:07:49 +0000 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:07:49 +0000 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1183/applications-invited-for-funding-to-support-infrastructure-projects-in-lichfield-district Local organisations across Lichfield District are being encouraged to apply for funding to help deliver projects that improve everyday life for residents. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:06:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1182/no-election-on-7-may-2026 Lichfield District has no scheduled elections this May because it’s a fallow year in our four‑year election cycle Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:55:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1181/cabinet-backs-new-design-code-and-grant-scheme-to-improve-lichfield-city-centre-shopfronts A public consultation is also under way on a new Heritage Shopfront Design Code, giving residents and businesses the chance to shape how future shopfronts should look. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:29:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1180/chair-s-concert-raises-more-than-1-000-for-liberty-jamboree More than £1,000 has been raised for Liberty Jamboree following a special concert hosted by the District Council Chair, Councillor Keith Vernon. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:41:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1179/officers-seize-vehicle-as-part-of-fly-tipping-investigation-in-lichfield A car suspected of being used in illegal fly-tipping has been seized by our Environmental Protection officers as part of ongoing work to tackle environmental crime. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:55:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1178/residents-invited-to-help-shape-the-future-of-christian-fields Residents are being invited to share their views on plans to improve Christian Fields, a much-loved green space at the heart of the local community. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:42:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1177/free-easter-holiday-activities-for-young-people-to-enjoy Young people across Lichfield District are invited to take part in a fantastic range of free activities running over the Easter holiday period. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:08:00 +0000 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1176/nearly-2-000-knives-removed-from-lichfield-district-in-latest-knife-amnesty Nearly 2,000 more knives have been taken out of circulation across Lichfield District as part of an ongoing knife amnesty campaign led by our officers and Staffordshire Police. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:07:00 +0000 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1175/young-people-from-liberty-jamboree-help-parks-team-with-gardening-project-at-christian-fields Green-fingered members of Liberty Jamboree are working with our Parks Team on a special project at Christian Fields. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:32:00 +0000 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1174/new-scheme-launched-to-enhance-historic-shopfronts-in-lichfield-city-centre We are introducing a new programme aimed at improving the appearance of shopfronts across Lichfield city centre while protecting the historic character that makes the city unique. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:57:00 +0000 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1173/plans-to-be-submitted-for-new-linear-park-creating-green-gateway-into-lichfield-city-centre Plans for a new Linear Park that will create an attractive green gateway into Lichfield city centre are to be formally submitted next week, marking an important milestone in the ongoing regeneration of the Birmingham Road site. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:49:00 +0000 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1172/major-refurbishment-of-swim-changing-rooms-to-begin-at-burntwood-leisure-centre Burntwood Leisure Centre’s swimming pool changing rooms are set to be upgraded as part of ongoing investment in high quality leisure facilities across the district. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:15:00 +0000 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1171/residents-urged-to-shape-the-future-of-local-council-services-in-national-consultation With just one week remaining, residents, businesses and community organisations are being urged to take part in the Government’s consultation on the future of local government in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:01:00 +0000 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1170/more-than-5-000-in-fines-issued-as-part-of-action-against-fly-tipping-and-waste-offences We have issued more than £5,000 in fines so far in 2026 as part of ongoing work to tackle fly-tipping and ensure waste is disposed of responsibly across the district. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:14:00 +0000 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1169/we-are-declared-uk-council-of-the-year-at-national-awards-ceremony We have been declared UK Council of the Year at a prestigious national awards ceremony celebrating outstanding work within local government. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:09:00 +0000 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1168/more-than-1-4million-to-be-invested-in-community-projects-across-lichfield-district Community projects across Lichfield District are set to benefit from a major investment after councillors approved more than £1.4 million of funding to support local facilities, sports clubs and community spaces. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:19:00 +0000 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1167/burntwood-leisure-centre-pool-is-reopening-following-repairs The main swimming pool at Burntwood Leisure Centre will re-open tomorrow (Tuesday 3 March) following the completion of necessary repairs. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:23:00 +0000 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1166/council-shortlisted-for-three-national-awards-recognising-improvements-for-residents We have been shortlisted for three prestigious national awards, recognising the progress made in improving services and support for residents across the district. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:12:00 +0000 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1165/balanced-budget-agreed-with-lasting-investment-in-local-communities The council's budget has been agreed for 2026/27, setting out a balanced financial plan that protects the services residents rely on while continuing to invest in local communities and priorities across the district. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:45:00 +0000 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1164/roll-out-of-food-waste-collections-across-tamworth-lichfield-district The roll out of food waste collections across Lichfield District are set to launch later this year due to delay in the delivery of the food waste trucks required for the service. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:01:00 +0000