Staffordshire is entering a period of Local Government Reorganisation, which will result in the creation of new unitary councils responsible for delivering all local services. This represents a significant opportunity for town and parish councils to influence how these new authorities work with our sector. Staffordshire Parish Councils’ Association (SPCA) is therefore launching a Call […]
The Staffordshire Parish Councils Association (SPCA) has today published its formal response to the Government’s consultation on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Staffordshire. As the representative body for parish and town councils across the county, the SPCA emphasises that local councils are essential to sustaining strong, active, and democratic communities. Our response outlines the sector’s […]
The government has launched its formal consultation on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Staffordshire, it was originally indicated this was to happen in May 2026. This statutory consultation seeks views on the proposals that the Ministry of Housing Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) has received from Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent’s principal councils. The proposals are: Cannock […]
Have Your Say! SAPPP and CIPFA Launch Joint Consultation on Proper Practices for Smaller Authorities The Smaller Authorities’ Proper Practices Panel (SAPPP) and the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) — with the support of Smaller Authorities’ Audit Appointments (SAAA) and the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government — have today launched […]
A message from Chelsea Heard, our new Health and Wellbeing Project Officer. I’m writing to introduce myself as the new Health and Wellbeing Project Officer, taking over from the fantastic work that Andy Wheeler has carried out over the past few years. For those who haven’t yet met me, a quick introduction to myself. I […]
Are you ready to take your voice beyond your local council and shape the future of local government on a national stage? Can you take Staffordshire’s voice to this level? This is your opportunity to stand for direct election to NALC’s Larger Councils Committee or Smaller Councils Committee. Nominations are now open, and we hope […]
Two new vacancies have recently gone live for Clerk/ RFO roles. One with Stowe by Chartley Parish Council, the other with Drayton Bassett Parish Council. For further details on both roles please visit the vacancies page.
Horninglow and Eton Parish Council are recruiting a Parish Clerk/ Responsible Finance Officer to join their organisation, with a closing date of 4th July. For further details on the role and all other current vacancies, please visit the vacancies page.
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Tamworth Borough Council are recruiting for two Independent Member/s for Audit & Governance Committee (up to 2 positions), with a current closing date of 20 June. For further details on the role and all other current vacancies, please visit the vacancies page.
East Staffs are running a comprehensive programme of community climate action events from 7 – 15 June as part of their ‘Big Green Week’ – full details of all the events and activities can be found at: https://discovereaststaffordshire.com/green-week/ The Climate Policy Impact Simulator Workshop might be of particular interest to town and parish councils. Details […]
On Thursday 05 June at 7pm, SPCA are hosting a second online briefing about Local Government Reorganisation in Staffordshire. It will outline what is happening in Staffordshire, the impact on your council and also include the opportunity to ask questions. If you want to attend this free online event, please email spca.parish@staffordshire.gov.uk Kind Regards, Robert […]