Published: Thursday, 16th October 2025
Cannock Chase Council has approved planning permission for the demolition of the Forum shopping centre in Cannock town centre this week.
The Council purchased the Forum in February 2025, as part of its wider regeneration plans for the town centre. This site will contribute to the footprint for future development.
Works will be starting soon whilst the demolition of the multi-storey car park nears completion.
Councillor Maureen Freeman, Portfolio Leader for Regeneration and High Streets, said:
" I’m really pleased that the next phase of work to transform Cannock town centre can now get started on site. While progress on the demolition of the multi-storey may appear slow, it’s important that strict health and safety requirements are met and this same high standard will be applied to the Forum."
Councillor Steve Thornley, Leader of the Council, added: "This is another key step in our regeneration programme. Removing the Forum opens more space for future investment and development opportunities.”