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.
- Description
- A new environmental vision for Staffordshire is to focus on delivering direct benefits for the county's residents, the economy and the countryside.
- Date:
- 14 November 2025
- Description
- Visitors to Cannock Chase can now enjoy sightseeing from a new and improved viewing platform on Brindley Heath, installed as the latest landmark in an ambitious trail improvement scheme.
- Date:
- 13 November 2025
- Description
- As Bonfire Night approaches, Staffordshire County Council is urging residents to take extra care before lighting up because bonfire piles can look like five-star hotels to hedgehogs.
- Date:
- 05 November 2025
- Description
- With Halloween creeping up, Staffordshire's countryside teams are reminding residents that leaving pumpkins in parks for the wildlife is more trick than treat for them.
- Date:
- 30 October 2025
- Description
- Families are being invited to enjoy the great outdoors this Halloween, with spooky trails and craft sessions taking place across Staffordshire's country parks.
- Date:
- 24 October 2025
- Description
- A residents' group which is opposed to plans for a waste disposal facility in their village are reminding their community to let a government inspectorate know their views before its feedback deadline.
- Date:
- 21 October 2025
- Description
- Staffordshire residents are being invited to take part in a series of free tree giveaway events to enrich their gardens and community spaces this autumn and winter.
- Date:
- 20 October 2025
- Description
- Community opposition to plans for a waste disposal facility in a Staffordshire village has been backed by the county council.
- Date:
- 10 October 2025