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Commissioner concerned over impact regular Shenstone protests are having on police resources

Ben Adams said activity at UAV Engines was becoming a "day trip to cause aggravation" for some activists.

By Phil Corrigan, Local Democracy Reporter

/ 2 Oct 2026

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Fruit farm seeking permission to for outdoor music and performances

By Jonathan Sutton, Local Democracy Reporter

/ 2 Oct 2026

Manor Farm Fruits. Picture: Google Streetview

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Man arrested in connection with discovery of cannabis growing at property in Lichfield

By Lichfield Live

/ 1 Oct 2026

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Petition launched against potential for 4,500 new homes on land between Lichfield and Tamworth

By Lichfield Live and Jonathan Sutton, Local Democracy Reporter

/ 1 Oct 2026

Land at Packington

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Tickets on sale for Rory Bremner show at the Lichfield Garrick

By Lichfield Live

/ 1 Oct 2026

Rory Bremner

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Lichfield's evening economy hailed as city retains Purple Flag status

By Lichfield Live

/ 30 Sep 2026

Lichfield city centre

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The Lichfield and Burntwood Independent - 1st October 2026

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The Lichfield and Burntwood Independent - 1st October 2026

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/ 1 Oct 2026

The proposed layout of the new bus station and linear park

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By Lichfield Live

/ 27 Sep 2026

Royal Mail issues threw a spanner in plans to meet village people

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Royal Mail issues threw a spanner in plans to meet village people

By Dave Robertson MP

/ 17 Sep 2026

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/ 17 Sep 2026

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Change for us, but some things stay the same

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/ 13 Sep 2026

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/ 3 Sep 2026

Action needed to restore trust in academies

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Action needed to restore trust in academies

By Dave Robertson MP

/ 20 Aug 2026

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The Lichfield and Burntwood Independent - 20th August 2026

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/ 20 Aug 2026

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Police and protesters outside the UAV Engines site

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Commissioner concerned over impact regular Shenstone protests are having on police resources

By Phil Corrigan, Local Democracy Reporter

/ 2 Oct 2026

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Squash courts in Hopwas refurbished thanks to Community Infrastructure Levy funding

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

Transport

Proposed overnight closures of A38 slip road in Streethay are cancelled

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

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Plans submitted for signage upgrade at Lichfield Superdrug store

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

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Burntwood Labour councillors keen to hear views on Local Plan

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

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Cllr Steve Norman

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Burntwood Labour councillors keen to hear views on Local Plan

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

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County councillors refuse to back national changes restricting planning decision powers

By Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter

/ 1 Oct 2026

Politics

Former county council leader suggests bond system to cut down on "frivolous" complaints about councillors

By Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter

/ 30 Sep 2026

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Councils urged to take action to ban face coverings in bid to tackle anti-social behaviour

By Phil Corrigan, Local Democracy Reporter

/ 30 Sep 2026

Transport

Nationalisation date confirmed for train operator running West Coast Main Line services to and from Lichfield Trent Valley

By Lichfield Live

/ 28 Sep 2026

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Robin Ince

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Evening of stories and poetry at The Hub at St Mary's

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

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What's on round-up: 2nd October to 8th October

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

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Movie night returning with screening of The Sheep Detectives

By Steve Barr

/ 1 Oct 2026

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The Fazeleys to bring indie sounds to the Lichfield Guildhall

By Lichfield Live

/ 1 Oct 2026

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Tickets on sale for Rory Bremner show at the Lichfield Garrick

By Lichfield Live

/ 1 Oct 2026

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The Superdrug store in Lichfield city centre

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Plans submitted for signage upgrade at Lichfield Superdrug store

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

Planning

Proposals to demolish A38 petrol station at Fradley and build replacement

By Lichfield Live

/ 1 Oct 2026

Planning

Report recommends approval for battery energy storage system in Armitage

By Lichfield Live

/ 29 Sep 2026

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Approval for plans to convert part of Swinfen Hall into residential properties

By Lichfield Live

/ 27 Sep 2026

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Councillor says he has "serious concerns" over plans for new homes on land in Burntwood

By Lichfield Live

/ 27 Sep 2026

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A court at Hopwas before the refurbishment

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Squash courts in Hopwas refurbished thanks to Community Infrastructure Levy funding

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

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Wythenshawe trip up next as new management duo look to kickstart Lichfield City's season

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

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Packed weekend of rugby ahead for Lichfield

By David Lewis

/ 2 Oct 2026

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Meet and greet event in Lichfield to feature Aston Villa's European Cup winning captain

By Lichfield Live

/ 1 Oct 2026

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Burntwood hoping to bounce back from defeat against Willenhall

By Lichfield Live

/ 1 Oct 2026

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Movie night returning with screening of The Sheep Detectives

By Steve Barr

/ 1 Oct 2026

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Scouts quiz councillor on network of footpaths in Hammerwich

By Lichfield Live

/ 30 Sep 2026

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Funding to help community organisation deliver free activities on Lichfield estate

By Lichfield Live

/ 30 Sep 2026

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Lichfield Society of Artists to host latest exhibition

By Lichfield Live

/ 30 Sep 2026

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Event to showcase potential designs for new pump track in Burntwood

By Lichfield Live

/ 29 Sep 2026

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Rock Choir members at the Shine Night Walk

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Lichfield Rock Choir support Cancer Research fundraising event

By Lichfield Live

/ 29 Sep 2026

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Toll road operator boosts charity working to rehome dogs

By Lichfield Live

/ 26 Sep 2026

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Kaleidoscope Choir concert in Whittington raises funds for St Giles Hospice

By Lichfield Live

/ 24 Sep 2026

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Lichfield coffee morning to raise funds for Macmillan Cancer Support

By Lichfield Live

/ 23 Sep 2026

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Crematorium funding set to boost local charities

By Lichfield Live

/ 22 Sep 2026

Transport

The A38 slip road at Streethay

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Proposed overnight closures of A38 slip road in Streethay are cancelled

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

Planning

Proposals to demolish A38 petrol station at Fradley and build replacement

By Lichfield Live

/ 1 Oct 2026

Transport

New ultra-rapid charging hub opens for electric vehicle drivers

By Lichfield Live

/ 30 Sep 2026

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Free passage on the M6 Toll for bikers taking part in annual Ride to the Wall event

By Lichfield Live

/ 29 Sep 2026

Transport

Nationalisation date confirmed for train operator running West Coast Main Line services to and from Lichfield Trent Valley

By Lichfield Live

/ 28 Sep 2026

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Bar 55 signage

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Students to run community cafe as part of school's link-up with local venue

By Lichfield Live

/ 28 Sep 2026

Education

Praise from councillor for new £12million Lichfield primary school as it welcomes first children

By Lichfield Live

/ 28 Sep 2026

Education

Lichfield MP says confirmation of new trusts will allow local schools to "move forward with confidence"

By Lichfield Live

/ 25 Sep 2026

Education

Open day events scheduled for prospective pupils at Anna Seward Primary School

By Lichfield Live

/ 25 Sep 2026

Education

Future of local schools confirmed ahead of education trust break-up

By Lichfield Live

/ 24 Sep 2026

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The Superdrug store in Lichfield city centre

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Plans submitted for signage upgrade at Lichfield Superdrug store

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

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Fruit farm seeking permission to for outdoor music and performances

By Jonathan Sutton, Local Democracy Reporter

/ 2 Oct 2026

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Lichfield's evening economy hailed as city retains Purple Flag status

By Lichfield Live

/ 30 Sep 2026

Business

Burntwood business launches new subsidiary

By Lichfield Live

/ 30 Sep 2026

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Cutlery firm celebration as worker marks 40 years of service

By Lichfield Live

/ 29 Sep 2026

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The Lichfield and Burntwood Independent - 1st October 2026

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/ 17 Sep 2026

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/ 20 Aug 2026

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/ 6 Aug 2026

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Police and protesters outside the UAV Engines site

News

Commissioner concerned over impact regular Shenstone protests are having on police resources

By Phil Corrigan, Local Democracy Reporter

/ 2 Oct 2026

Crime

Man arrested in connection with discovery of cannabis growing at property in Lichfield

By Lichfield Live

/ 1 Oct 2026

Crime

Man jailed for 12 years for sexual abuse of girl

By Lichfield Live

/ 26 Sep 2026

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Police confirm arrest of man in Lichfield

By Lichfield Live

/ 22 Sep 2026

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Police make nine arrests after protest in Shenstone

By Lichfield Live

/ 21 Sep 2026

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Squash courts in Hopwas refurbished thanks to Community Infrastructure Levy funding

Local clubs to mark official reopening as part of World Squash Day celebrations.

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

A court at Hopwas before the refurbishment

Proposed overnight closures of A38 slip road in Streethay are cancelled

Contractor says route will remain open – but disruption will take place when carriageway shuts.

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

The A38 slip road at Streethay

Plans submitted for signage upgrade at Lichfield Superdrug store

Retailer applies for planning permission for changes to frontage.

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

The Superdrug store in Lichfield city centre

Evening of stories and poetry at The Hub at St Mary's

Author and broadcaster Robin ince to appear at city centre venue.

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

Robin Ince

Wythenshawe trip up next as new management duo look to kickstart Lichfield City's season

Trade Tyre Community Stadium side looking for only their second win of the campaign.

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

Lichfield City shirt

Burntwood Labour councillors keen to hear views on Local Plan

Cllr Steve Norman said library event would be a chance to give views on "key challenges and opportunities"

By Lichfield Live

/ 2 Oct 2026

Cllr Steve Norman