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Stone residents who want to keep primates as pets now need a licence
People in Stone who want to keep a primate as a pet now need a council licence under new national…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
10th April 2026
Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
Martin Murray confirmed as Staffordshire leader amid calls for action over scandals
Decisions taken at Staffordshire County Council shape services used by people in Stone and across the borough, from roads and…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
26th March 2026Staffordshire backs county farms policy, with no support for large solar schemes
A new policy on the future of Staffordshire’s county farms has been backed by senior councillors, setting out a clear…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
23rd March 2026Martin Murray leads first cabinet meeting after Reform UK group election
The new Reform UK group leader at Staffordshire County Council has presided over his first public cabinet meeting since being…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
18th March 2026Staffordshire County Council still without permanent leader after three months
A permanent leader has still not been selected to head up Staffordshire County Council – three months after a former…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
16th March 2026Walton councillor questions debt recovery as borough writes off £128,000 in rates debt
Stafford Borough Council has written off more than £128,000 in unpaid business rates, with Walton councillor Jill Hood questioning the…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter16th March 2026Earlier closing time trialled at Stone arcade following antisocial behaviour concerns
A Stone shopping area entrance is set to be closed earlier each night in a bid to deter antisocial behaviour.…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
5th March 2026Plans unveiled to modernise and futureproof Staffordshire libraries
Plans to transform Staffordshire’s libraries into “vibrant community hubs” have been welcomed by senior county councillors. The county’s 43 libraries,…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
20th February 2026Calls for stability as county council remains without permanent leader
Staffordshire County Council remains without a permanent leader following a heated meeting where members accused one another of “hurtful comments”…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter17th February 2026Plans return for EV charging hub between Meaford and Darlaston roundabouts
Plans to build a new drive through restaurant and electric vehicle charging hub on land north of Stone have returned…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
10th February 2026Stone Town Council awards £3,100 in local grants
Eight organisations in Stone will get a boost from the town council’s grant funding pot after their bids for cash…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
6th February 2026Fire service confirms plan to replace four engines across Staffordshire
Four new fire engines are set to join Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service after the county’s commissioner agreed spending for…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
2nd December 2025Staffordshire leaders urge Government rethink on solar and battery sites
Staffordshire councillors have urged the Government to set out a clear position on solar farms and battery storage schemes, following…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter24th November 2025X-ray car being tested this winter to ease pressure on local hospitals
A mobile X ray unit will be on the road from early December as health leaders look for new ways…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter24th November 2025Staffordshire commissioner reacts after Government confirms role will be scrapped
Staffordshire’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner has spoken out after the Government announced the role will be axed in the…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
18th November 2025New urgent treatment centre plans for Stafford’s County Hospital
Plans have come forward to create a new urgent treatment centre at Stafford’s County Hospital. If the application is approved…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
13th November 2025
