Staffordshire news and blogs Friday 13 December 2013
News
Tamworth Herald readers help organise Christmas party for…
Tamworth Herald 12 DecCHRISTMAS has come early for a group of under-privileged children after big-hearted Herald readers stepped in to make their festive party the biggest and best-ever.
Grounded Air Ambulance is back in flight
Tamworth Herald 12 DecWEST Midlands Ambulance Service can confirm that one of the three helicopters operated by Midlands Air Ambulance and grounded by their operator Bond Air Services earlier today, is now clear for flight.
Rugeley man finally cuts overgrown plants covering house
The Sentinel 12 DecA HOUSE covered in plants and shrubbery has finally been cleared of weeds after the owner was forced to cut back on climbers covering the property.
Tamworth junior football league to pay tribute to crash victims
Tamworth Herald 12 DecTamworth Junior Football League is asking all teams within the league to hold one minute of silence this weekend to pay tribute to the victims of a devastating car crash.
Hospital bosses apologise for car parking disruption
Tamworth Herald 12 DecHospital bosses at Burton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have apologised to Tamworth residents for the “disruption” caused by the introduction of a new parking system.
Food hygiene: What rating did Joanne Marie’s Cup Cakes and The…
Lichfield Mercury 12 DecHere’s some of the latest food hygiene reports conducted by Lichfield Council on behalf of the Food Standards Agency.
Lichfield primary school SATs results revealed in new league…
Lichfield Mercury 12 DecDOZENS of primary schools in Lichfield have today had results published about the performance of children under a new tough standard in SATs examinations.
Partners in hot water took a million out of firm court hears
Tamworth Herald 12 DecPARTNERS in a failed home hot-tub firm that went down with debts of 2.7million took more than a million pounds out of the business for themselves, fraud trial jurors heard.
League tables released for Tamworth schools reveal SATs results
Tamworth Herald 12 DecDOZENS of primary schools in Tamworth have today had results published about the performance of children under a new tough standard in SATs examinations.
Toga night helps Lichfield Ladies Circle meet fundraising target
Lichfield Live 12 DecSharon Hassall, Joanna Beales, Jaynie Whitehouse, Paula Parker and Claire Robinson Lichfield Ladies Circle have continued their fundraising efforts with a toga night.
Pay tribute to victims of horrific car crash
Tamworth Herald 12 DecTributes are continuing to pour in for three members of the same Tamworth family who were tragically killed in a car crash.
Leader unveils new-look Cabinet at Lichfield District Council
Lichfield Live 12 DecThe new-look Cabinet has been unveiled at Lichfield District Council.
Driver, 31, reversed his van into cyclist
Express & Star 12 DecA driver has been ordered to pay more than £800 after reversing his van into a cyclist, fracturing his spine.
Plaque commemorating 1910 air race from London to Manchester now…
Lichfield Mercury 12 DecA PLAQUE recording the first flight from London to Manchester in 1910 has been unveiled at Lichfield’s George Hotel.
Santa’s on his way to spread cheer to your street, thanks to…
Lichfield Mercury 12 DecHAVE you been looking out for Santa as he makes his pre-Christmas tour of Lichfield’s neighbourhoods?He is being supported by Lichfield Round Table, which is collecting for good causes, as he spreads cheer around the city.
Staffordshire crematorium proposal gets the go-ahead
Express & Star 11 DecControversial plans paving the way for a crematorium to be built on land in South Staffordshire have been rubber-stamped.
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Blogs
Autumn Statement
Staffordshire CC: Chief Exec's blog - Nick Bell 12 DecThe Autumn Statement is positioned as an annual assessment of where the government is with its finances, which is what it should be, but in reality it’s a stage and opportunity for politicians to push their own agendas.
Partnership Helps Homeless People to Find Homes
Cllr Andrew James: Conservative - Mercian Ward 12 DecAn initiative, which brings together private sector landlords and a housing trust to provide housing for 18 to 35-year olds, is being supported by Conservative controlled Tamworth Borough Council.
A little to the east
BrownhillsBob 12 DecFollowing on from the post ‘Old ground’, reader Mike Armstrong asked for more of the Lichfield and Whittington area – so here you go.
Tamworth’s MP Condemns Proposed MPs Salary Rise
Cllr Andrew James: Conservative - Mercian Ward 12 DecFollowing this week’s announcement that the Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority (IPSA) will be recommending that MPs salaries should be increased by 11%, Tamworth’s MP Christopher Pincher spoke out against the proposals.
MP WELCOMES ‘HELP TO BUY’ SUPPORT FOR HOUSEHOLDS IN CANNOCK CHASE
Aidan Burley MP 12 DecAidan has welcomed news that 56 households across Cannock Chase have received support under the Government’s Help to Buy Equity Loans Scheme in the period up to September 2013.
Tweet: YES YES on the way!! @paulusthemighty: @MatthewEll…
Cllr Matthew Ellis: Lichfield Rural East Division - SCC: Conservative 11 DecYES YES on the way!! @paulusthemighty : @MatthewEllis Am sure someone’s pointed you in his direction already… telegraph.
Tweet: Thanks to over 50 people I talked with at Prospect…
Cllr Matthew Ellis: Lichfield Rural East Division - SCC: Conservative 11 DecThanks to over 50 people I talked with at Prospect VH in #Rawnsley tonight.
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Blogs
Santa Visits Whittington
Lichfield Round Table 14 DecSanta and his merry band of helpers will be touring the streets of Lichfield and surrounding areas, spreading festive cheer and raising money for local good causes.
Santa’s Tour Of Lichfield – Eastern Avenue
Lichfield Round Table 13 DecSanta and his merry band of helpers will be touring the streets of Lichfield and surrounding areas, spreading festive cheer and raising money for local good causes.
Loving the Christmas Markets!
Fashionmommy's Blog 13 DecLast weekend I made the most of the mild weather by visiting not one, but two Christmas Markets.
Festive Food and Drink Round Up – Bloggers Night In
ET speaks from home 13 DecOur fabulous Cotton On’s blogger +Zoe Lester very kindly organised us huge goody bags! To carry all the goodies, we’re thankfully to JoJoMaman Bebe who sponsored us each a navy JoJo Buggy Bag valued at £9 RRP.
When Christian become Quixote
Vic the Vicar 12 DecOften it occurs that Bunyan’s ‘Christian’ is found morphing into Cervantes ‘Quixote’ as the cause of doing what is right is put aside to enable windmills to be tilted at and the Kingdom of God, and its unity, toppled as a result of the ensuing …
Santa’s Tour Of Lichfield – Shortbutts Lane / Birmingham Road
Lichfield Round Table 12 DecSanta and his merry band of helpers will be touring the streets of Lichfield and surrounding areas, spreading festive cheer and raising money for local good causes.
Napton, Adkins Lock.
Narrowboat Oakfield 12 DecOur new solar powered Christmas lights were looking pretty out in the cratch this evening, We’ve hardly seen any boats on the move recently, has everyone gone into hibernation early? On todays cruise we encircled Wormleighton Hill, with the Radio …
Christmas Cards – Dec 12
Vic the Vicar 12 DecAs we approach the end of the year and begin to think about the centenary of the 1914-18 war, I thought that this might be a fitting card to reflect upon and to pause for a moment to think of all who have died in wars and for those who serve in …
All About Time to perform at Lichfield pub
Lichfield Live 12 DecAll About Time A blend of roots, blues, soul and modern hits will be on offer at a Lichfield pub.
Review: Snow White and the Magic Mirror @ Lichfield Garrick
Lichfield Live 12 DecWell it’s that time of year again when we look forward to some Christmas fun and for me there’s nothing better than a good old-fashioned panto.
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Sport
Lichfield City: The Todd Perry column
Lichfield Mercury 12 DecAfter a disappointing end to our midweek game to Walsall Wood, we were onto our next obstacle on Saturday against rivals Bromsgrove Sporting.
Referees Promotion 2014/15
Staffordshire FA 12 DecIf you are a County referee and you would like to be considered for promotion then you must apply by 31st January 2014 and also comply with the Regulations for the Registration of Control of Referees, which can be found on page 102 of the Association…
Hednesford Town boss Rob Smith says team need a win
StaffsLive 12 DecHednesford Town manager Rob Smith said the team were stuck in a rut after they lost a third league game on the trot 3-1 to Harrogate Town.
New Gates Sign.
Wyrley Juniors FC 12 DecThe Club has installed new sign for Long Lane entrance gates to make it easier for people to fined the site – the originals being stolen some months ago.
Presents wanted for Children’s Hospital.
Wyrley Juniors FC 12 DecWe have informed that the oncology unit of Birmingham Children’s Hospital have had their Christmas presents stolen from beneath their Christmas Tree.
Colts – Colts Earlier Kick Off on Sunday 15th December
Tamworth RUFC 12 DecColts Earlier Kick Off on Sunday 15th December…
Barton United hoping to keep up pressure on league leaders
Lichfield Live 12 DecBarton United will be looking to consolidate their title challenge as they entertain Perrywood.
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Business
M6 Toll not a realistic everyday option for hauliers says freight body
TheBusinessDesk 10 DecLEADING logistics body, the Freight Transport Association, has said the M6 Toll is not a realistic option for day-to-day freight businesses to use.
MP urges Lichfield and Burntwood residents to support local companies
Lichfield Live 10 DecMichael Fabricant with representatives of the Federation of Small Businesses Lichfield’s MP has urged people to back independent companies.
Talking Business: Hotel marketing push for Drayton Manor
TheBusinessDesk 10 DecDRAYTON Manor Theme Park has brought in an experienced marketeer to promote its four star, on-site hotel.
State of the Region: Give us your views on HS2
TheBusinessDesk 10 DecWHAT do you think of the multi-billion pound High Speed 2 rail project?TheBusinessDesk.
Data analysis: Ten years of the £900 million M6 Toll
Birmingham Post 9 DecReport revealed that since peaking in 2006/7, use of the road is steadily falling and has never come close to its forecast 75,000 vehicles a day…
Extra Lichfield Farmers’ Market added after weather hits trade
Lichfield Live 9 DecShoppers enjoying the Lichfield Farmers’ Market in better weather An extra market has been added to the calendar in Lichfield after traders were battered by the weather.
Lichfield cutlery firm to launch Christmas sale
Lichfield Live 6 DecShoppers will be able to search out bargains as a Lichfield cutlery business starts its Christmas sale.
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Staffordshire at Westminster »
Badger Cull – [Mr Mike Weir in the Chair] | Westminster Hall debates
TWFY: Mchael Fabricant MP (Conservative) Lichfield 11 DecDoes my right hon.
Bank Bonuses | Oral Answers to Questions – Treasury | Commons debates
TWFY: Christopher Pincher MP (Conservative) Tamworth 10 DecGiven what Robert Peston has described as the “stupendous mismanagement” of the Co-operative bank, which has exposed creditors to huge losses, does the Financial Secretary agree that no bonuses should be paid at that bank, and that…
Voluntary Work: Young People | Cabinet Office | Written Answers
TWFY: Aidan Burley MP (Conservative) Cannock 9 DecTo ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office how many young people in (a) Cannock Chase constituency and (b) Staffordshire participated in the National Citizen Service in the last 12 months.
Private Sector: Staffordshire | Cabinet Office | Written Answers
TWFY: Aidan Burley MP (Conservative) Cannock 9 DecTo ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office what the net change in the number of private sector jobs in (a) Cannock Chase constituency and (b) Staffordshire was in the latest period for which figures are available.
Older People: Cannock Chase | Cabinet Office | Written Answers
TWFY: Aidan Burley MP (Conservative) Cannock 9 DecTo ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office what estimate he has made of the change over the next 20 years to the proportion of the population of Cannock Chase constituency who are over 85.
Autumn Statement | Business of the House | Commons debates
TWFY: Christopher Pincher MP (Conservative) Tamworth 5 DecI congratulate my right hon.
Engagements | Oral Answers to Questions – Prime Minister | Commons debates
TWFY: Aidan Burley MP (Conservative) Cannock 4 DecThe people of Cannock Chase welcome the Government’s brave decision to introduce a cap on benefits, but when their average earnings are £23,900 a year before tax and the cap is set at the equivalent of an annual salary of…
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Shugborough Hall, home to the Earls of Lichfield and now owned by the National Trust
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Tweet: Effective neighbourhood policing at most local lev…
Cllr Matthew Ellis: Lichfield Rural East Division - SCC: Conservative 12 DecEffective neighbourhood policing at most local level is an art often very complex.