Staffordshire news and blogs Thursday 16 August 2018
News
Shoppers donate almost a tonne of items to Lichfield Foodbank in just one day 
Lichfield Live 16 AugAlmost a tonne of food has been donated to a local foodbank in just one day by shoppers from a Lichfield supermarket.
Headteacher hails “excellent results” for Lichfield Cathedral School students
Lichfield Live 16 AugThe headteacher of Lichfield Cathedral School has hailed “excellent results” for her students.
Latest colourful new bus shelter on the Catch Art trail revealed
Tamworth Informed 16 AugANOTHER Tamworth bus shelter has been given a colourful and artistic makeover, this time thanks to service users and staff of the George Bryan Centre.
A – Levels: more options for higher education than ever before
Tamworth Informed 16 AugON the day young people across the county pick up their A-Level results (Aug 16), there are now more options in Staffordshire for post A-Level qualifications than ever before, according to Staffordshire’s education lead.
Conservative councillor says plan for new Burntwood health centre will “greatly help” residents
Lichfield Live 16 AugA Conservative councillor says a new medical centre in Burntwood will “greatly help” local residents.
Hair care manufacturer moves to Burntwood after rescue deal
Lichfield Live 16 AugA manufacturer of hair care products has new owners after being sold out of administration.
Students from The Friary School celebrate A-Level results success
Lichfield Live 16 AugStaff and students from The Friary School in Lichfield are celebrating after achieving a 99% A-Level pass rate.
Funding boost for Tamworth District Scouts
Tamworth Informed 16 AugTAMWORTH District Scouts can now look to progress their purchase of a new minibus thanks to a funding boost from a regional housebuilder.
A Level grade boundaries 2018 for Pearson Edexcel, AQA and OCR
Tamworth Herald 16 AugGrade boundaries for the June 2018 A Level exams have now been revealed...
Stormzy announces Cambridge University scholarship for black students
Tamworth Herald 16 AugStormzy, 25, was speaking at his former school the Harris City Academy in Croydon...
Missing kangaroo spotted
Express & Star 16 AugA wallaby was spotted in Bridgnorth Road near Sainsburys in Wombourne last night...
This is what to do if you change your mind about university
Tamworth Herald 16 AugSecond thoughts about your uni decision? Its OK to get cold feet...
Meghan Markle’s ‘bitter’ dad Thomas furious children haven’t paid for his retirement
Tamworth Herald 16 AugMeghan has become a country's sweetheart since marrying Prince Harry...
Celebrity Big Brother 2018 starts tonight – all the stars rumoured to be entering
Tamworth Herald 16 AugThe contestants for the 22nd series of the reality show will be welcomed by returning presenter Emma Willis...
A-Level Results Day 2018: Kick-starting your career – could an Arden degree be the answer?
Sunday Mercury 16 AugArden University has grown in more ways than one over the past two years and now offers a range of industry-relevant, blended learning courses at its Birmingham study centre.
Aberystwyth University students are amongst the most satisfied in the UK – here’s why
Tamworth Herald 16 AugNearly half a million final-year students took part in the survey to asses the university...
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Blogs
Lichfield Waterworks Trust August 2018 public meeting this Monday evening
BrownhillsBob 12 AugSandfields Pumping Station champion and public historian extraordinaire Dave Moore has been in touch to let me know that this Monday evening (13th August 2018) there will be the August 2018 Public Meeting of the Lichfield Waterworks Trust charity...
Chasewater Railway – 2018 Annual Charities Day this Sunday!
BrownhillsBob 11 AugChasewater Railway – the little gem of a local preserved industrial railway is this Sunday (12th August 2018) staging it’s Annual Charities Day, when the railway will be operating with steam trains, and there will be charity stalls and ...
Hednesford festival on today!
BrownhillsBob 11 AugThanks for Stuart Cowley for the tipoff, I can also share the late news that today, Saturday 11th August 2018 it’s Hednesford Festival in Hednesford Park, and there’s loads to do with a market, stalls, fun and games, classic cars and ...
Craft fair & Market on right now at Grasmere Garden Centre, Brownhills!
BrownhillsBob 11 AugJust become aware of this nice-looking event happening right now (Lunchtime, Saturday 11th August 2018) at Grasmere Garden Centre, Brownhills – up there over the Canal Bridge on the Lichfield Road.
Tesco Fined after Employee Fractured Pelvis
Cllr Andrew James: Conservative - Mercian Ward 8 AugTesco has been fined £160,000 after a member of staff at a store in Thurrock was seriously injured when a cage full of goods fell onto them as they were unloading it from a lorry.
Jail Terms for Gross Negligence Manslaughter to Increase
Cllr Andrew James: Conservative - Mercian Ward 8 AugEmployers or managers convicted of gross negligence manslaughter after a workplace fatality are likely to face longer prison sentences under a new guideline published by the Sentencing Council.
Thefts from Vehicles Warning in Tamworth
Cllr Andrew James: Conservative - Mercian Ward 8 AugStaffordshire Police is issuing a warning to remind vehicle owners to keep their cars locked and valuables hidden out of sight following a spate of thefts from vehicles in Tamworth.
Bridge works finished ahead of schedule
Staffordshire CC: Leader's blog - Cllr Philip Atkins 6 AugOver the last six weeks our highways crews have been working seven days a week and additional twilight shifts on week days to complete the major improvement scheme on Burton Bridge.
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Blogs
Morning Prayer – Thursday, 16 August 2018
Vic the Vicar 16 AugMorning Prayer - Thursday, 16 August 2018 Psalm 90 Lord, you have been our refuge from one generation to another.
Morning Prayer – Wednesday, 15 August 2018
Vic the Vicar 15 AugThe Blessed Virgin Mary Psalm 98 Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvellous things.
Tom’s Kitchen Birmingham – Kids Eat Free This Summer
Fashionmommy's Blog 14 AugTom’s Kitchen is a jewel in Birmingham’s food crown, a great place to enjoy brunch, a pre-theatre meal, or a full blown three courses.
What to Wear at a Funeral: Fashion Tips & Advice
Fashionmommy's Blog 14 AugFunerals are an unavoidable aspect of life that come with a lot of grief, sadness and headache.
Children’s favourite The Enormous Turnip coming to the Lichfield Garrick
Lichfield Live 14 AugChildren’s favourite The Enormous Turnip is coming to the Lichfield Garrick.
Morning Prayer – Tuesday, 14 August 2018
Vic the Vicar 14 AugMaximilian Kolbe, Friar, Martyr, 1941 Psalm 87 His foundation is on the holy mountains.
Starting to start
Bob the Birder 13 Aug13th August 2018 The first signs of return migration : Swifts disappearing, Wood Sandpipers and other waders appearing at local lakes and the first few Redstarts and Whinchats turning up at traditional local hotspots.
Stylish Television – The Bletchley Circle San Francisco
Fashionmommy's Blog 13 AugThe stylish TV drama ‘The Bletchley Circle’ has returned to our TV screens this Summer, with the action now relocated to San Francisco.
I Think I’m Gonna Like It Here – Visiting Liverpool
Fashionmommy's Blog 13 AugLiverpool is one of the liveliest, most vibrant cities in the UK, and one that I just love to visit.
Cost of a new boiler?
Fashionmommy's Blog 13 AugCost of a new boiler? My boiler broke down last week and I had to have it replaced.
Covers band Ruby Bridge to play Lichfield pub
Lichfield Live 13 AugA six-piece covers band are bringing party hits to a Lichfield pub.
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Sport
European Youth Tour of Assen
Lichfield City Cycling Club 15 AugRace report from supported rider Matthew Kingston.
Derby Track Sessions
Lichfield City Cycling Club 15 AugThe last few sessions at Derby have run with small numbers and have had to be subsidised.
Pick Up Your Replica Shirt Ahead of Season Opener
Hednesford Town FC 13 AugMake sure you are ready for our first game of the season on Saturday, when Scarborough Athletic visit Keys Park, by picking up you 2018/19 replica shirts now.
Ride Leaders Wanted
Lichfield City Cycling Club 13 AugThe club is looking for club members to come forward to lead some club rides on a regular or ad hoc basis.
Chasetown FC win final pre-season friendly
Lichfield Live 13 AugA late Jack Langston penalty edged out neighbours Hednesford Town as Chasetown FC won their final pre-season friendly.
Ray’s POTOC success
Walton Chasers 12 AugToday was POTOC’s summer score event attended by a handful of Chasers.
Chasetown 1-0 Hednesford Town
Hednesford Town FC 11 AugHednesford Town fell to defeat in their last pre-season fixture of the summer thanks to a late penalty from Chasetown which saw them gain victory in a game that will be quickly forgotten by all in attendance.
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Business
Hair care manufacturer moves to Burntwood after rescue deal
Lichfield Live 16 AugA manufacturer of hair care products has new owners after being sold out of administration.
Lord Victor Adebowale visits headquarters of Lichfield-based business
Lichfield Live 6 AugA Lichfield-based business has been visited by Lord Victor Adebowale.
Lichfield and Burntwood nursery business congratulated by Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace event
Lichfield Live 2 AugA Lichfield and Burntwood-based business has been congratulated by Prince Charles at a royal reception in Buckingham Palace.
Business moves to new premises in Lichfield
Lichfield Live 31 JulA business has moved to a new home in the centre of Lichfield.
Future of under threat facility secured after Burntwood Post Office is listed as an Asset of Community Value
Lichfield Live 30 JulA fight to save a Burntwood Post Office has been won.
Training company confirms plan to open new centre in Lichfield
Lichfield Live 26 JulA training provider has confirmed it will be moving into Lichfield.
Huge collection of unmade model aircraft sets expected to fly out the door at Lichfield auction
Lichfield Live 25 JulA huge collection of model aircraft kits painstakingly amassed by a Birmingham enthusiast over 50 years is coming up for auction in Lichfield.
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Staffordshire at Westminster »
Enterprise Zones | Oral Answers to Questions – Treasury | Commons debates
TWFY: Mchael Fabricant MP (Conservative) Lichfield 21 JulMy right hon.
Compulsory Purchase: Capital Gains Tax | HM Treasury | Written Answers
TWFY: Mchael Fabricant MP (Conservative) Lichfield 21 JulTo ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, what discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Transport on reform of capital gains tax in relation to compulsory purchase.
NHS Reform | Business of the House | Commons debates
TWFY: Christopher Pincher MP (Conservative) Tamworth 16 JulWe in Staffordshire know better than most what the denial machine that the Secretary of State referred to meant to local people, so I congratulate him on his commitment to transparency and consistency.
Ways and Means – Budget Resolutions and Economic Situation – Amendment of the Law | Bill Presented – National Insurance Contributions (Rate Ceilings) Bill | Commons debates
TWFY: Christopher Pincher MP (Conservative) Tamworth 14 JulThe hon.
Ways and Means – Budget Resolutions and Economic Situation – Amendment of the Law | Bill Presented – National Insurance Contributions (Rate Ceilings) Bill | Commons debates
TWFY: Christopher Pincher MP (Conservative) Tamworth 14 JulThe hon.
Petition – Closure of Fire Stations in South Staffordshire | Commons debates
TWFY: Gavin Williamson MP (Conservative) South Staffordshire 8 JulI rise to present a petition signed by 2,824 of my constituents who are backing my campaign to keep open the fire stations in Kinver, Brewood, Codsall and Bilbrook.
Engagements | Oral Answers to Questions – International Development | Commons debates
TWFY: Christopher Pincher MP (Conservative) Tamworth 8 JulMay I associate myself with the Prime Minister’s remarks about the families of the victims of Tunisia, particularly the family of my constituent, Sue Davey? In the past three years, unemployment in Tamworth has fallen faster than anywhere...
More Staffordshire at Westminster
- MoorsFire
on flickr 10 Aug 18
The Roaches above Upper Hulme, Staffordshire Moorlands on fire since 24 hours.
UK news
- EU says it won't comment on suspicion MI6 is spying on its Brexit negotiators
- Man makes hoax bomb threat to delay his flight
- Momentum faces divisions over whether Labour should adopt full international definition of antisemitism
- Queen's homeopathic doctor dies in collision with lorry while cycling in London
- Armed police called after catapult attacks on two Birmingham mosques during evening prayers
- Man killed in 'hit-and-run' near GCHQ spy agency base in Cheltenham
- EU hits back at Italy populists over Genoa bridge collapse: 'We gave you money to fix your infrastructure'
- Muslim Tory peer who criticised Boris Johnson says he is facing 'politically motivated' attacks from own party
- Danny Cipriani pleads guilty to common assault and resisting arrest and ordered to pay £2,000 fine
- Salih Khater: Police granted extra time to question Westminster terror suspect as friends insist crash was accident
International news
- Mosque ransacked and copies of Quran burnt in Corsica
- Air strike kills prominent Syrian rebel commander
- Earthquake shakes Afghanistan, Pakistan and India
- Ethiopian opposition urges scrutiny of industrial plan
- Soviet-era cable cars keep Georgian town going
- Burundi urged to accept African Union peacekeepers
- Qatar and Russia agree on Syria peace plans
- Afghan and Taliban forces trade blows in Sangin battle
- Two drown as hundreds swim to Spanish enclave
- Russian raids kill prominent Syrian rebel commander
- India PM Modi makes surprise Pakistan visit
- Is Modi's India flirting with fascism?
- The Middle East in 2015
- Arab League demands Turkish forces leave Iraq
- Samir Kantar's killing highlights Syria's many battles
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Independent Thought 
Pig Blog 14 AugI picked up this article on Unherd via Twatter, bemoaning the loss of bus services in rural areas, and the general loss of non-profitable bus services, especially outside the capital.