Families and children living nearby Laburnum Avenue have a brand-new reason to head outdoors and explore, as the refurbished Laburnum Avenue Play Area officially opens to the community. 

The transformed site boasts a range of exciting new features designed to encourage outdoor play, spark imagination, and connect visitors with nature in a unique and engaging way.

This half term, Elmore Park has unveiled its newly improved Tree Trail, offering a unique and engaging outdoor experience for all ages. The trail features 21 QR codes placed along the route, providing fascinating information about 20 different species of trees found in the park.

Not only can visitors learn about the importance of trees for our environment and wellbeing, but there’s also an exciting reward! Those who scan all 21 QR codes can claim a FREE colouring book, perfect for children and families.

Cannock Chase Council is calling on residents to help shape the future of local climate action by joining its new community panel. This initiative invites passionate individuals to collaborate on solutions that will drive meaningful environmental change across the district.

Residents interested in making a difference are encouraged to attend one of the upcoming recruitment sessions to learn more:

Thursday 20 February, 2pm - 4pm
Hazelslade Room at McArthurGlen, Cannock

Tuesday 25 February, 10am - 12noon
Hednesford Library

Tuesday 25 February, 6pm - 8pm

A new Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) has come into effect across Cannock Chase district in a bid to reduce anti-social behaviour. 

The new order prohibits street drinking, anti-social use of motorised vehicles, riding an E-scooter, unauthorised incursions onto rooftops, public urination/defecation and unsafe disposal of drug paraphernalia, people abandoning possessions which block doorways and fire escapes and loitering, where it is causing anti-social behaviour. 

Residents are invited to share their views on the proposed design for the new play area.

Following extensive feedback from the initial consultation phase last year, a proposed design has been developed to modernise and enhance the play facilities at Cannock Park. The plan for the redevelopment includes new, inclusive play equipment that caters to a range of ages and abilities, improved zip wire and swings, and an overall revamp of the play space to create a vibrant and welcoming environment for all.

People looking to celebrate a romantic meal out for Valentine’s Day are being urged to check the hygiene ratings of where they are planning to eat.

You can check the food hygiene ratings of eating out venues across the district via www.food.gov.uk/ratings

Each business is given a food hygiene rating on a scale from 0 to 5 when it is inspected by the council.  The top rating is ‘5’ - which means the hygiene standards are very good. The bottom is ‘0’ - which indicates urgent improvement is required.

Following a successful recruitment drive in September last year, nine people have been appointed to the newly formed Housing Board at Cannock Chase Council.  

The Housing Board has launched in response to new regulations from the Regulator of Social Housing’s new Consumer Standards and a commitment to improve transparency and engagement, ensuring that the tenants voice is heard.