Cannock’s newest park has been awarded Gold Accreditation under the Plan Inclusive Play Areas (PiPA) scheme, recognising its excellence in inclusive and accessible play provision for children and families across the community.

The Gold PiPA Accreditation is the highest level of recognition awarded under the PiPA framework, which assesses play spaces against criteria including accessibility, inclusive design, and high-quality play opportunities for children of all ages and abilities.

Cannock Chase Council is pleased to announce the completion of a new spray-art mural on the Cannock Park Pavilion, created by commissioned artist Neil Willis. Inspired by the nature and wildlife found throughout Cannock Park, the artwork marks an important step in the ongoing redevelopment of the park.

The mural features vibrant, detailed depictions of the park’s natural surroundings, giving the pavilion a fresh and welcoming new look. 

Cannock Chase Council will be using the services of taxi marshals over the festive period to ensure the safety of partygoers returning home after a night out.

The initiative will see taxi marshals present at Cannock’s taxi rank between the hours of 10pm and 4am on selected dates over the holiday season.

It is expected that taxi marshals will play a vital role in ensuring the safe and orderly use of the taxi rank- whilst also helping to reduce crime, anti-social behaviour, and helping to safeguard those who are vulnerable.

Last month marked a significant milestone for one of Staffordshire’s most iconic landmarks: Castle Ring celebrated 100 years since being designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument. First listed on 30 November 1925, Castle Ring is the highest point on Cannock Chase and a treasured Iron Age hillfort offering stunning views and a glimpse into our region’s rich history.

Cannock Chase Council has approved the appointment of a new operator to deliver its leisure services for the next decade.

The decision was formally approved by Cabinet following a rigorous procurement process.

Three tenders were received, with Cabinet agreeing to award the contract to the highest-scoring bidder.

The next steps in major plans for the transformation of Cannock Town Centre are to be discussed by senior councillors next week.

Work is already on target to bring down the eye-sore multi-storey car park and Cannock Chase District Council recently got approval for the demolition of the Forum Shopping Centre as part of the multi-million pound government funded plans.

Residents across Cannock Chase have been trained to use a bleed kit in an emergency, thanks to funding from the Office of the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner (OPFCC).

A total of 125 members of the public have taken part in six sessions, which focused on equipping people with the knowledge and confidence to respond quickly and effectively in the event of a catastrophic bleed.