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# Survey launched to gather views on local government reorganisation plans
- URL: https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/survey-launched-to-gather-views-on-local-government-reorganisation-plans/
- Published: 2025-07-27T06:01:00.000Z
- Updated: 2025-07-26T21:54:10.000Z
- Description: People are being asked for their views to help shape the future of local government across Lichfield and Burntwood.
- Author: Lichfield Live
- Tags: Politics, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-07-22 18:45, News

PEOPLE are being asked for their views to help shape the future of local government across Lichfield and Burntwood.

The Government is proposing to do away with two tier authority areas, meaning Lichfield District Council and Staffordshire County Council would be consumed by a new, larger body.

But alternative proposals have been drawn up which could see either a unitary covering the whole of the county or two separate authorities, including one representing southern and mid-Staffordshire which is being supported by Lichfield District Council.

The new body would cover everything from household waste collection to fixing roads, street cleaning and looking after elderly and vulnerable residents.

Now leaders from the six councils backing the southern and mid-Staffordshire option are carrying out the survey to seek views on the proposals which, if approved, would likely start in 2028.

In a statement, the leaders of the local authorities said:

> “From the very start our priority has been clear – to put our communities first in every decision we make. It’s what has brought us together as leaders, and it is what will guide us in delivering excellent services for our residents, businesses and local organisations for the future.   
>  
> “This needs to be shaped by the people and communities we serve, which is why this survey, alongside other events where you will be able to have your say, is so important.   
>  
> “We strongly encourage everyone to get involved and tell us what matters most to you.”

The consultation will help shape a full business case which will be submitted to the Government for consideration alongside any alternative proposals in November.

The survey is available [online](https://online1.snapsurveys.com/shapingstaffordshire?ref=lichfieldlive.co.uk) until 1st September.