Councillor John Preece has been appointed as Deputy Leader for Cannock Chase Council.

This follows the resignation of Councillor Josh Newbury as Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member.  As he was elected as Member of Parliament for the Cannock Chase Constituency at the General Election earlier this month.

Councillor Maureen Freeman has taken the position of Portfolio Leader for Regeneration and High Streets on the Council’s Cabinet. These changes were reported to the Council at its meeting on Wednesday 24 July 2024.

Visitors to McArthurGlen West Midlands in Cannock can now take part in a new wellness challenge with the launch of the Summer of Sports Reading Challenge. 

From 26 July to 31 August, families are invited to take on an exciting journey that combines the love of sports with the joy of reading. Participants will collect 10 QR codes located throughout the Centre, each unlocking new sports-themed poems and illustrations. Upon collecting all QR codes, participants can claim a free prize from Guest Services.

Cannock Chase Council in partnership with Inspiring Healthy Lifestyles is thrilled to announce the launch of the Kids CAN Club, a dynamic new initiative designed to keep children active, engaged, and entertained throughout the summer. 

This programme is part of the popular Cannock Chase Can App and promises a variety of free activities for kids of all ages.

Cannock Chase Council’s Housing Standards Team are launching a campaign to address damp and mould issues in privately rented and owner-occupied homes across the District.

Everyone has the right to a warm, secure home, yet many people in England are living in a home with damp and mould which may put their physical and mental health at risk.

Cannock Chase Council’s Cabinet have approved to spend £238,275 on solar panels at Rugeley Leisure Centre.
The funding has been allocated from money received from the Government’s Swimming Pool Support Fund, which aims to improve the energy efficiency of public facilities.

We are delighted to announce that Cannock Chase Council has again received the prestigious Green Flag Award for six sites across the District.

Cannock Park, Ravenhill Park, Elmore Park, Hednesford Park, Stile Cop Cemetery and Castle Ring have retained their flags.

Castle Ring, an ancient hill fort site has also retained the Green Heritage Site Accreditation, supported by Historic England, for the management of its historic features.

We are pleased to announce the official opening of Cannock Stadium skatepark and learn to ride park will take place on Thursday 11 July.

The event organised by Cannock Chase Council will be supported by partners, The Friends of Cannock Stadium, Inspiring Healthy Lifestyles, Forestry England and Canvas.

Running from 4pm until 7pm this exciting event promises a plethora of activities including competitions, prizes, and giveaways.

Businesses across Cannock Chase are being encouraged to take advantage of an interest-free loan, designed to help them take the next step on their growth journey.

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) that have been running for between two and five years in the Cannock Chase Council area could be eligible for more than £3,000 with a Step Up Loan.

Under the programme, delivered by Staffordshire County Council, working in partnership with Cannock Chase Council, the loan can be used to purchase equipment or capital items that will help businesses in the District expand.

Cannock Chase Council’s Cabinet approved proposals for phase two of the Cannock town centre regeneration project, at their meeting on Wednesday 12 June.