Environment
We’re responsible for the environmental issues that affect your quality of life.
This includes looking at the suitability of major planning developments like waste disposal sites and mineral extraction, We also oversee the disposal of domestic rubbish at waste disposal sites.
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- Families in Staffordshire are set to benefit from extra funding to help them make their homes more energy efficient along with support for those who might be struggling with energy bills.
- Date:
- 25 March 2021
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- A project to improve air quality in Staffordshire by engaging with schools and businesses and promoting electric vehicle use has received a £300,000 government boost.
- Date:
- 18 March 2021
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- Cannock Chase, Chasewater and Greenway Bank will all benefit after owners Staffordshire County Council coordinated funding from the EU's European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development and committed money raised from car parking fees at country parks. Lichfield District Council is also contributing towards improvements at Chasewater Country Park.
- Date:
- 17 March 2021
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- A project to update thousands of Staffordshire street lights that will use less energy and save money is underway.
- Date:
- 09 March 2021
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- Pupils from Walton High School in Stafford are celebrating after receiving funding to build a new bike shed for Sixth Form students.
- Date:
- 22 February 2021
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- Ancient oak trees dating back to the time of King Henry VIII are being damaged by people building illegal trails through Brocton Coppice for use by mountain bikes, off-road motorbikes and quad bikes.
- Date:
- 16 February 2021
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- £7.8 million plans to protect Cannock Chase's vulnerable landscape and wildlife for future generations have been backed by Staffordshire County Council.
- Date:
- 20 January 2021
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- Community groups, parish councils and schools with projects that help tackle climate change are being reminded that there is still time to apply for funding.
- Date:
- 14 January 2021