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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- Pupils from two schools in Kidsgrove are urging drivers to switch off their engines in a campaign to reduce air pollution around their schools.Pupils from two schools in Kidsgrove are urging drivers to switch off their engines in a campaign to reduce air pollution around their schools.
- Date:
- 04 May 2023
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- The results of a public consultation on options to manage bulky and trade waste at Staffordshire County Council's Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRC) are to be reviewed by members at its scrutiny committee.
- Date:
- 17 April 2023
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- John Evans, owner of Jojo's in Stafford, has turned his back on polluting plastic waste in favour of biodegradable cardboard, in a bid to do his bit for the environment.
- Date:
- 07 March 2023
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- This week, Staffordshire County Council has launched an ambitious campaign to encourage as many businesses and organisations as possible to become anti-idling zones throughout March.
- Date:
- 02 March 2023
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- Staffordshire County Council is putting forward plans to widen and increase enjoyment of its country parks, while protecting plants and wildlife, to promote healthy living, encourage the green agenda and support individuals and small businesses.
- Date:
- 07 December 2022
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- Staffordshire County Council is considering issuing free permits to householders visiting Staffordshire recycling centres to distinguish between them and traders pretending to be private residents.
- Date:
- 03 November 2022
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- A Staffordshire resident who has benefited from free help to keep his home warm is urging others to take advantage of the offer.
- Date:
- 26 October 2022
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- Staffordshire County Council is warning people to take care after dead wild birds have been found at Deep Hayes Country Park near Cheddleton.
- Date:
- 19 October 2022