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# Council leader hails “extraordinary” efforts to enhance Burntwood
- URL: https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/council-leader-hails-extraordinary-efforts-to-enhance-burntwood/
- Published: 2025-02-05T08:10:00.000Z
- Updated: 2025-02-04T09:31:48.000Z
- Description: A council leader says efforts to enhance Burntwood over the past year have been “nothing short of extraordinary”.
- Author: Lichfield Live
- Tags: Burntwood, Politics, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-07-22 18:49, News

A COUNCIL leader says efforts to enhance Burntwood over the past year have been “nothing short of extraordinary”.

Cllr Darren Ennis highlighted work to purchase and convert the former Chase Terrace Methodist Church into a new community centre, the installation of new bike racks and the allocations of thousands of pounds of funding for local community groups.

The Burntwood Town Council leader said he was proud to see the authority also working with the Lichfield Garrick to deliver funded youth theatre groups, as well as offering free events such as the Burntwood Wakes and Play in the Parks events.

He also highlighted the work of the Burntwood Response and Repair Team and partnerships with Lichfield District Council to deliver a new skate park and efforts to introduce Burntwood Pride and a series of dementia awareness activities.

Cllr Ennis said:

> “It never ceases to amaze me how Burntwood consistently punches above its weight, powered by our indomitable community spirit and the fact that it’s simply an amazing place to live.  
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> “The achievements of 2024 are nothing short of extraordinary. From ambitious projects to heartfelt community events, we’ve truly made a difference.  
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> “These achievements are a testament to the dedication, collaboration and unwavering support from everyone involved, no matter the role they’ve played.  
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> “Together, we’ve shown what Burntwood can achieve when we work as one.  
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> “Thank you to everyone involved from the bottom of my heart. Now, let’s charge into 2025 with the same passion, determination and belief that we can make Burntwood even better.”