Staffordshire news and blogs Monday 26 June 2017
News
PLEASE HELP: Blind war veteran appeals for return of medals lost… 
The Sentinel 25 JunA blind D-Day veteran has made an emotional appeal for help to find some of his Second World War medals which were lost at a service station on the M6 in Staffordshire.
Drivers warned of overnight closures on the A38 in Lichfield
Lichfield Live 24 JunDrivers travelling on the A38 at night in Lichfield are being warned of forthcoming road closures.
Garage hoping to move into site of former tool hire centre in Lichfield
Lichfield Live 24 JunThe former HSS Hire building Mr Tyre Ltd hopes to convert into a garageThe former HSS Hire building Mr Tyre Ltd hopes to convert into a garage.
Council campaign urges Lichfield and Burntwood residents to shop owners who don’t clean up dog mess
Lichfield Live 24 JunA new awareness campaign is aiming to clamp down on owners who don’t clean up after their dogs in Lichfield and Burntwood.
Lichfield councillor insists HS2 will bring nothing but “utter destruction” for local communities
Lichfield Live 24 JunA Lichfield councillor has played down suggestions the Staffordshire economy could benefit from HS2.
Youngsters kick start summer with multi-sport action programme
Tamworth Informed 23 JunYOUNGSTERS are being invited to take part in a series of FREE football and multi-sport based sessions which are now taking place in community parks across Tamworth.
Two charged with murder and false imprisonment following woman’s death
Tamworth Informed 23 JunA 28-year-old man and 19-year-old woman have been charged following the death of a woman in Nuneaton over the weekend.
Shocking footage of Tamworth woman ‘forced’ to the ground by…
Tamworth Herald 23 JunTHIS CCTV footage shows the shocking moment when a Tamworth mum sustained injuries from the actions of a dangerous biker on a small estate in Belgrave.
Police and Crime Commissioner wants cap on council tax rise scrapped to help meet demands on the force
Lichfield Live 23 JunStaffordshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner has urged the Government to allow a 2% cap on council tax rises to be scrapped.
Sprinkler systems will be installed in Tamworth flats as lessons…
Tamworth Herald 23 JunTHE high-rise flats of Tamworth will now have sprinkler systems installed, in the wake of the Grenfell Tower tragedy.
Man taken to hospital after car becomes wedged under HGV on M6…
Tamworth Herald 23 JunTHREE people had a very lucky escape after a car became wedged under a lorry on the M6 Toll.
Port Vale chairman Tony Fradley to discuss club sale with owner Norman Smurthwaite
BBC News 23 JunPort Vale chairman Tony Fradley is to meet with owner Norman Smurthwaite to discuss any potential sale of the club.
Video: Crash on the M6 leaves car wedged under lorry – the…
The Sentinel 23 JunThis footage of an accident on the M6 yesterday shows the incredible escape of three people - with their car wedged firmly under a HGV.
Loss of water supply in Chase Terrace and Burntwood after…
Lichfield Mercury 23 JunWATER supplies in Chase Terrace and Burntwood have been restored following problems on Friday morning (June 23).
Region must feel the economic benefits of HS2, says leader of Staffordshire County Council
Lichfield Live 23 JunThe leader of Staffordshire County Council says it is essential that businesses in Lichfield feel the economic benefit of HS2.
Report backs plan for 12 new homes on land next to Chase Terrace Primary School
Lichfield Live 23 JunTwelve new homes are likely to be built on land next to Chase Terrace Primary School after a report backed the proposals.
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Blogs
A Record Armed Forces Day Celebrated Across the Country
Cllr Andrew James: Conservative - Mercian Ward 24 JunA record 300 plus events including parades, military displays and community fetes have taken place right across the country today to say thank you to the Armed Forces community for the outstanding work they do.
Sprinkler Systems will be installed in Tamworth High-Rise Flats
Cllr Andrew James: Conservative - Mercian Ward 24 JunThe high-rise flats of Tamworth will now have sprinkler systems installed, in the wake of the Grenfell Tower tragedy.
Tamworth in Bloom Judging Route Revealed
Cllr Andrew James: Conservative - Mercian Ward 24 JunTamworth In Bloom – 2011 A year of hard work, planning and planting will soon reach its climax when the Heart of England in Bloom judges take a tour of the borough on Tuesday 18 th July.
Have Your Say on Staffordshire’s Roads
Cllr Andrew James: Conservative - Mercian Ward 24 JunStaffordshire County Council are asking residents to have their say on Staffordshire’s road network and play their part in future improvements through a survey issued this week.
27 High-Rise Blocks in England have Failed Cladding Fire Safety Tests
Cllr Andrew James: Conservative - Mercian Ward 24 JunCladding on 27 tower blocks in 15 council areas in England have failed fire safety tests, the government says.
The Queen Reported to Police for Not Wearing Seat Belt
Cllr Andrew James: Conservative - Mercian Ward 24 JunThe Queen has been reported to West Yorkshire Police for not wearing a seat belt in the official car for the State Opening of Parliament.
Dead Wood
Lichfield Lore 22 JunOne of the many upsides to doing whatever it is I actually do, is that people don’t feel the need to engage me in generic social chit chat about pleasant but dull subjects.
Celebrating Armed Forces Day
Staffordshire CC: Leader's blog - Cllr Philip Atkins 22 JunArmed Forces Day is this Saturday (24 June) and as a big supporter of the forces we all hope people will join the county council in showing our support for the brave men and women who make up our Armed Forces community.
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Blogs
FFX – Your Destination For Workwear
Fashionmommy's Blog 25 JunFFX, or Folkestone Fixings, is a one stop destination for power tools, handtools and work wear.
Can’t make it to church – 25 June 2017
Vic the Vicar 25 JunIn a week where the news has been full on the failings of the Church of England through the actions of wicked people, and compounded by the actions of foolish people who perhaps, placing the public face and the approval of the public, deceived and ...
The Flying Kids Activity Book Reviewed.
Fashionmommy's Blog 24 JunTraveling with kids can be very stressful, even when you are taking a trip by aeroplane.
Friarsgate director to be co-opted as Leader of Lichfield District Council
Five Spires Live 24 JunU+I District Council offices Richard Upton, Deputy CEO of Friarsgate developer U+I Group, has confirmed that he will be taking up the post of Leader of the Council effective from 1 August 2017.
Talented young performers from Lichfield and Burntwood rehearsing for the Garrick’s 2017 community musical
Lichfield Live 23 JunTalented young performers from Lichfield and Burtnwood are getting ready to take centre stage in a new community musical.
Lichfield Sinfonia to mark 70th anniversary with performance of new work inspired by the city
Lichfield Live 23 JunLichfield Sinfonia will celebrate their 70th anniversary with a performance at Nether Stowe School.
Morning Prayer – Friday 23 June 2017
Vic the Vicar 23 JunEtheldreda, Abbess of Ely, c.678 Psalm 31 In you, O Lord, have I taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness.
All or Nothing – The Small Faces Musical is a BIG Success
Fashionmommy's Blog 23 JunAll or Nothing, the smash hit mod musical that tells the life and times of the wonderfully talented Steve Marriot and the Small Faces, arrived in Wolverhampton last night for a three night run.
Historic Lichfield brewery building could be demolished to make way for apartments
Lichfield Live 22 JunA structure which once housed part of The Lichfield Brewery could be demolished, despite council officials admitting it would result in “the loss of a building of local historic interest”.
Three Short Ballets from the Birmingham Royal Ballet
Fashionmommy's Blog 22 JunLast night saw the opening of the second show of the Birmingham Royal Ballet summer season for 2017.
Morning Prayer – Thursday 22 June 2017
Vic the Vicar 22 JunAlban, first Martyr of Britain, c.250 Psalm 37 Fret not because of evildoers; be not jealous of those who do wrong.
Dinosaurs in the Wild – a trip back in time at The NEC
Fashionmommy's Blog 21 JunLast night I traveled back 67million years in time to Time Base 67, a groundbreaking research facility that is finding out all that needs to be known about the Cretaceous period, and the dinosaurs that roamed and ruled the world.
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Sport
Tamworth FC’s Morley turned down offers to stay
Tamworth Herald 25 JunSTEPHAN Morley says he has a point to prove to Tamworth FC fans after signing a new deal this week.
EX-Wrexham AFC ace is looking to make a big impact at The Lamb
Tamworth Herald 25 JunCALLUM Powell says Tamworth boss Andy Morrell's efforts to make him feel wanted meant he chose the Lambs over other clubs.
Awards: Nobody does them better!
Evo-Stik Northern Premier League 25 JunThe Northern Premier League knows how to do end of season awards nights – just ask anyone who was lucky enough to be at Blackpool’s Hilton Hotel for the 2017 edition of their annual celebrations...
Club is Regional FA Community Club of the Year 2017
Wyrley Juniors FC 24 JunThe Club was delighted to hear at the Staffs FA Community Awards at Stoke City’s ground last night, that it had won not only the Staffordshire FA Community Club of the Year but also North West Region FA Community Club of Year too.
Poland Cup 2017 – World Masters Series – Middle
Stodge-Blog 24 JunThe start overlooked a classic central European wooded valley with the town of Polanica-Zdroj nestling in the bottom.
More moo cows and fences coming to Cannock Chase?
Stodge-Blog 23 JunHednesford Hills (Cannoock Chase DC) Cannock Chase has a few owners : Staffordshire County Council, Forestry Commission, Cemex Quarries, etc..
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Business
Region must feel the economic benefits of HS2, says leader of Staffordshire County Council
Lichfield Live 23 JunThe leader of Staffordshire County Council says it is essential that businesses in Lichfield feel the economic benefit of HS2.
New Hilton hotel at Birmingham Airport to assembled like a Lego set
Birmingham Post 21 JunHotel rooms to be built in China and shipped over for assembly on site...
Exclusive: Birmingham’s iconic Custard Factory has been sold
Birmingham Post 21 JunThe sale also includes Fazeley Studios and warehouses in Heath Mill Lane...
M6 Toll launches campaign to urge females to become a HGV driver
Birmingham Post 20 JunGovernment statistics also show that by 2022, the HGV industry needs to recruit 1.2 million more people...
Team of Burntwood builders beat fundraising target after completing charity trek event
Lichfield Live 20 JunStaff at a Burntwood building firm have beaten their fundraising target after taking on a trekking challenge.
Commercial property company says businesses are keen to relocate to Burntwood
Lichfield Live 19 JunA commercial property group says demand is high from businesses wanting to move to Burntwood.
M6 Toll sold to Australian investors
Birmingham Post 15 JunIFM which co-owns Manchester Airport and Anglian Water is behind the deal to keep the toll motorway in private hands...
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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...
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UK news
- Edir Frederico Da Costa protest: Riot police called in as demonstrators set fires and throw bricks in Stratford
- Chalcots Estate evacuation: Camden residents face third night in leisure centre amid Grenfell cladding aftermath
- Grenfell response: Chalcots Estate resident angrily confronts Camden Council leader over evacuation
- Michael Gove could use Brexit to shelve key plan to protect the environment, critics fear
- 500,000 children raised in UK will battle to get passports after Brexit
- 'Please help us': Refugee family's plea to stop UK deporting Palestinian-Syrian student
- Ministers want Philip Hammond as a 'caretaker' prime minister
- A million families at risk of becoming homeless in next three years, charity Shelter warns
- Grenfell response: Number of tower blocks failing fire tests rises to 60
- Grenfell Tower fire victims were 'murdered by political decisions', claims John McDonnell
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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Jeremy Corbyn Posts Old Photo to Celebrate Armed Forces Day 
Cllr Andrew James: Conservative - Mercian Ward 25 JunTo celebrate Armed Forces Day yesterday, the Labour Party Leader Jeremy Corbyn had a photo of him standing with UK ware veterans posted on his Facebook and Twitter page to celebrate Armed Forces Day.