This Time to Talk Day (Thursday 6 February), Cannock Chase will be buzzing with opportunities to connect, learn, and support mental health through the Cannock Chase Mental Health Hub Places of Welcome Tour 2025.

Being busy with the people who are right for you is one of the best ways to support your mental wellbeing. That’s why the Mental Health Hub is inviting everyone to join the tour, where you'll discover the fantastic local venues and services available to help you thrive.

Discussions are taking place with local Cannock Chase groups interested in taking on the district’s Prince of Wales Theatre and museum.

Cannock Chase Council leader, Tony Johnson, revealed he has been leading talks on the theatre and Museum of Cannock Chase with ‘interested parties’ following feedback from the consultation that closed earlier this month.

Cannock Chase Council is thrilled to announce the completion of the much-anticipated redevelopment of the Flaxley Road play area in Rugeley’s Pear Tree Estate. The newly revamped park is now open for residents to enjoy, marking the transformation of the space into a vibrant, inclusive hub for the whole community.

In a continued effort to enhance public safety and reduce anti-social behaviour (ASB) in the local community, a significant investment of £156,400 has been made in safety improvements at Cannock Park.

The funding, which comes from multiple sources, will support a range of initiatives aimed at protecting park-goers and addressing issues related to crime and ASB.

Cabinet members from Cannock Chase Council recently visited the site of the new £6 million Coronation Court nursing home, which is set to open in early 2025.

Built on the site of the former Avon Road car park, the 33-bedroom facility is designed to provide specialist care for adults with complex needs, including those living with brain injuries, dementia, mental health conditions, neuro-disabilities, and physical disabilities.

Cannock Chase Council is pleased to announce that the Cannock Chase Local Plan 2018-2040, along with its accompanying Policies Map, has been formally submitted to the Secretary of State.

This marks a significant milestone in the development of the new Local Plan, a comprehensive 15-year strategy to meet the district’s housing, employment, and development needs.

The Council has introduced initiatives to ensure residents' safety during the festive season, thanks to funding received from the Office of the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner.

Drink spiking strips have been provided to venues across the district, who are members of Cannock and Rugeley Pubwatch.  Spiking is when someone puts alcohol or drugs into another person’s drink, or their body, without their knowledge or consent. It can be difficult to tell if your drink has been spiked by taste or smell. The substances used can be colourless and odourless.