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This winter could see a considerable increase in people being admitted to hospital with flu, with parents being urged to get their children vaccinated as soon as possible. In November this year, 97 people with flu were admitted to Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital in Stafford. In the same month last year it […]
Birdkeepers and members of the public are being reminded to do what they can to help reduce the spread of avian influenza. The current outbreak has been the largest and longest ever on record in the UK and in many parts of Europe. Staffordshire County Council’s Trading Standards Animal Health service works closely with the […]
Young carers in Staffordshire say they feel supported and know who to speak to if they are struggling with their caring role. Members of Staffordshire County Council’s Overview and Scrutiny Committee have heard the thoughts of young carers aged between 8-15, to ensure they are getting the services that they need to support them. There […]
Families are being encouraged to put on their festive outfits for a dash along Stoke-on-Trent’s newest road. Stoke-on-Trent City Council is hosting a Santa Dash at 10.30 on the morning of Sunday, December 18, giving people a once-in-a-lifetime chance to travel along the Etruria Valley Link Road on foot before it officially opens to traffic […]
More than 20 police officers and staff have been celebrated in a long-service awards ceremony. Chief Constable Chris Noble and His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant Ian Dudson presented awards to 17 officers to commemorate their 20 years of service, with a further five members of staff also receiving their award at a ceremony in the Staffordshire […]
Staffordshire Police and partners under the Violence Reduction Alliance of Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire are continuing to tackle violence against women and girls after the successful introduction of a number of local initiatives. Last year, after a number of tragic events including the murder of Sarah Everard, Staffordshire Police and forces nationally committed to making the […]
Thousands of Staffordshire families are set to benefit from extra support during the Christmas school holidays. Staffordshire County Council’s Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) programme is available to eligible children aged between five and sixteen on benefits related free school meals. The programme includes physical play, fun activities, nutritional advice and a healthy hot meal […]
A former firefighter who lost his life during the Second World War has been remembered in a dedicated service. Last Sunday local firefighters in Hanley paid their respects to the late Edwin Booth during a special ceremony organised by the Fire Brigade’s Union . Members of Edwin’s family watched on as a red plaque was […]
With retailers bracing themselves for one of the busiest shopping days of the year, people are being reminded about the importance of knowing their consumer rights. Black Friday is 25 November and shoppers are expected to spend around £4 billion on the latest technology, clothing, toiletries, toys and other household goods. And with people on the […]
Health and care organisations across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent have come together to agree a plan to help keep everyone safe this winter. And they are asking everyone to help play a part in making sure the NHS is able to provide the support needed. Although services are busy year-round, demand always peaks in winter. Dr […]
