17 July 2026 - Newsletter
Local government reorganisation
There will be a new southern unitary council which will serve Stafford, East Staffordshire, Cannock Chase, Lichfield, Tamworth and South Staffordshire.
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13 July 2026
New Food Waste Collections Starting Soon
Your food waste caddies are on their way Residents across Lichfield District and Tamworth will soon begin receiving new food waste caddies ahead of weekly food waste collections starting from 20 July 2026. The new service will make it easier to recycle more of your household waste
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12 March 2026 - Waste and Recycling
New food waste collection service
Help us turn Staffordshire’s food waste into energy to power our communities and rich fertilise to fuel local farms Did you know that 48% of the average general waste bin in Staffordshire isn’t actually rubbish? It is food.
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8 February 2026
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Staffordshire. Have your say
UK Government, local council restructuring
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3 December 2025 - Society
Residents invited to have their say on the 2026-2027 budget
Lichfield District Council is inviting residents, businesses, and community groups to help shape the district’s priorities for the year ahead as part of its 2026–2027 budget consultation. Running until 22 December 2025, the consultation gives everyone the chance to share their views
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3 December 2025 - Recreation
Free Evening Parking – Lichfield City Centre
Parking in all Lichfield District Council-managed car parks in Lichfield City Centre will be permanently free after 6.30pm every day, starting on Tuesday 25 November 2025. The change is designed to make it easier and more affordable for people to enjoy Lichfield in the evening, supporting local rest
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4 August 2025 - Council Business
Public engagement on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)
Shaping your Council’s Future - Devolution and local government reorganisation – What you need to know
