https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:05:17 +0000 Tue, 18 Aug 2026 23:05:17 +0000 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1231/jetts-announced-as-headline-sponsor-as-businesses-back-proms-in-beacon-park-2026 National fitness brand Jetts has been announced as the Headline Sponsor for this year's Proms in Beacon Park, leading a strong line-up of businesses supporting one of Lichfield District's biggest and most anticipated annual events. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:46:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1229/-75-000-council-investment-helps-to-transform-elford-community-park A community park in Elford has been transformed with new play equipment and improved facilities following a £75,000 investment from Lichfield District Council. Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:48:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1228/-1-17-million-investment-launched-to-support-voluntary-and-community-organisations Lichfield District Council has launched its biggest-ever investment in the voluntary and community sector, with £1.17 million available over the next three years to support organisations making a difference across the district. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 08:51:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1227/lichfield-businesses-invited-to-apply-for-shopfront-grants-of-up-to-30-000 Businesses and property owners are being invited to play their part in enhancing Lichfield city centre, as Expressions of Interest open for a new £400,000 Heritage Shopfront Grant Scheme. Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:06:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1230/consultation-opens-following-submission-of-fazeley-neighbourhood-development-plan Fazeley Town Council has submitted the Fazeley Neighbourhood Development Plan to Lichfield District Council. The council is now inviting residents, businesses and other interested parties to comment on the plan as part of a six-week public consultation. Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:38:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1226/free-activities-for-young-people-to-enjoy-over-the-summer-break A fantastic range of free activities are available for young people to enjoy in Lichfield District over the summer break. Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:53:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1225/lichfield-s-brand-new-padel-courts-open-in-beacon-park Three brand-new Padel courts have been opened today in Lichfield’s Beacon Park, giving residents and visitors the chance to enjoy this popular sport in the heart of the city. Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:14:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1224/beacon-park-fun-day-returns-next-week Families are invited to enjoy a packed day of summer activities when Beacon Park Fun Day returns on Wednesday 5 August. Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:01:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1223/padel-in-beacon-park-serves-up-a-brand-new-way-to-play-outdoors Padel in Beacon Park opens on 30 July 2026, introducing three new outdoor floodlit courts as part of Lichfield District Council’s investment in expanding leisure activities in the park. Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:49:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1222/celebrate-love-parks-week-with-free-family-events-across-lichfield-district Residents are invited to discover, enjoy and celebrate our beautiful parks this summer as Love Parks Week returns from 24 July to 2 August. Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:34:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1221/children-help-bring-lichfield-and-tamworth-s-new-food-waste-trucks-to-life Ten new food waste trucks in Lichfield District and Tamworth now feature The Scraps Gang, five child‑named monster characters designed to make recycling fun and boost participation in the new weekly food waste service. Local children helped name the characters, and the winning designs are displayed Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:31:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1220/council-responds-to-government-decision-on-local-government-reorganisation The Government has confirmed the future structure of local government in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1219/next-phase-of-former-debenhams-development-approved We have approved the next phase of the redevelopment of the former Debenhams building, allowing work to continue on one of the district's most significant regeneration projects. Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:43:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1218/more-than-780-000-approved-to-improve-communities-across-lichfield-district Lichfield District Council has approved over £780,000 in CIL funding for 14 projects that will upgrade parks, sports facilities, schools and community spaces across the district. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:16:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1217/cabinet-report-highlights-year-of-progress-across-lichfield-district Lichfield District Council’s Year-End Performance and Delivery Report shows strong progress across major projects, community investment and resident support despite rising demand and financial pressures. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:11:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1216/four-of-lichfield-district-s-parks-recognised-among-the-country-s-very-best We are celebrating a record four Green Flag Awards after Princes Park and Stowe Pool & Fields achieved the prestigious national accolade for the first time, joining Beacon Park and Burntwood Park, which have once again retained the award. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:23:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1215/residents-invited-to-free-community-advice-and-support-drop-in-in-burntwood Residents are invited to a free advice and support drop-in at Burntwood Library on Wednesday 22 July, where they can speak to a range of organisations offering help with finances, housing, employment, wellbeing and more. Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1214/space-leisure-passes-return-to-keep-young-people-active-this-summer We are encouraging families to make the most of affordable activities this summer with the return of the SPACE Leisure Pass, helping young people stay active, try something new and enjoy positive things to do during the school holidays. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:22:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1213/joint-vehicle-check-operation-supports-safer-roads-in-lichfield-district We have supported a joint vehicle check operation in Lichfield city centre as part of its wider work to keep residents, visitors and businesses safe. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:46:00 +0100 https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/news/article/1212/councillors-to-consider-investment-proposals-for-former-debenhams-redevelopment The Council's Cabinet and Full Council will next week consider proposals for the redevelopment of the former Debenhams building in Lichfield city centre. Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:43:00 +0100