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Council & civic News in Tamworth Today
Council & civic from Tamworth Gazette — the latest stories for Tamworth, updated daily.
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Council scheme opens the door for start-ups and independents at Ankerside
Tamworth Borough Council is offering subsidised retail units at Ankerside to local start-ups and independent businesses, with flexible leases and grant…
Tamworth businesses urged to unlock £1,000 growth grant
Tamworth Borough Council is encouraging local businesses to apply for up to £1,000 in grant funding after completing a specialist business support…
Voluntary joint committees established to help Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent prepare for new councils
Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent councils have established voluntary joint committees to plan the transition to two new unitary authorities, with shadow…
Residents invited to have their say as Tamworth Parish Council consultation launches
Tamworth Borough Council invites residents to comment on plans for a new parish council ahead of the unitary authority takeover in April 2028.…
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Tamworth parish council consultation opens on five-ward plan
Residents have until 4 October to comment on proposals for one borough-wide parish council, 15 unpaid councillors and an additional council tax charge.
Tamworth Borough Council gets national recognition for work to stop loan sharks
Tamworth Borough Council has won national accreditation from Stop Loan Sharks for its work combating illegal lending and supporting vulnerable borrowers…
Council launches six-week consultation on Tamworth’s draft local plan
Tamworth Borough Council opens six-week consultation on its draft local plan, which will guide development across the borough until 2043. Runs 24 August…
Tamworth council earns national recognition for tackling loan sharks
Tamworth Borough Council has become an accredited partner of the England Illegal Money Lending Team after training staff and opening a local support access point.
Tamworth Castle Museum brings local history to life with Heritage Open Day events
Tamworth Castle Museum hosts two free Heritage Open Days events at Ankerside Shopping Centre. Archives access on 17 Sept, clay workshop on 19 Sept.
More than £118k available to support community projects in Tamworth as latest funding round opens
Tamworth Borough Council opens applications for £118,000 Community Recovery Fund grants of up to £10,000 for voluntary groups. Deadline: 30 September.
Council launches new prospectus to showcase investment and development opportunities in Tamworth
Tamworth Borough Council has launched a place prospectus highlighting investment opportunities at Ankerside, Gungate and Marmion House, building on £40…
A new chapter begins in Tamworth Castle’s conservation story
Phase two of Tamworth Castle's £1.9 million MEND restoration programme is underway, with work moving into the South Wing and scaffolding now visible…
Tamworth Council Updates Litter Enforcement Policy
Tamworth Borough Council has approved a new antisocial behaviour policy that removes 'zero tolerance' wording and strengthens officer discretion to…
Free Summer Holiday Activities for Tamworth Children
Tamworth Borough Council is funding free summer activities including football, climbing, and tennis camps. Book early as spaces are limited.
Tamworth Family Fun Festival Draws Large Crowds
Tamworth's Family Fun Festival on Sunday brought families together at the Castle Grounds with live performances, circus workshops, and activities for all…
Chetwynd Bridge £46m funding bid submitted
Staffordshire County Council has submitted historic Chetwynd Bridge near Alrewas for government funding to build a replacement, with the council…
Tamworth Castle Free Workshops and Medieval Trail August 202
Tamworth Castle hosts free creative workshops in August inspired by historic building fragments collected over decades. Medieval trail and weaponry demos…
Tamworth Council Cost of Living Support Fund
Tamworth Borough Council tenants can apply for up to £500 from a hardship fund to help with essential costs. No benefits required.
Tamworth Parish Council Survey: Two Weeks Left
Tamworth residents have until 9 August 2026 to give views on whether the borough should have a parish council ahead of local government changes in 2028.
Free Cost of Living Support Events in Tamworth
Tamworth Borough Council is running free drop-in sessions this summer offering budgeting advice, benefits support, and help with rent and Council Tax…