Council chiefs say Staffordshire is once again “ready and able” to support people fleeing conflict as the Ukraine crisis continues to see millions leaving their homes.
An extra £15.5million is being earmarked to help repair roads in Staffordshire this year, county council chiefs say.
People in Lichfield and Burntwood wanting to donate to help efforts in Ukraine have been urged to make sure they are supporting genuine organisations.
The Government must clear the bureaucratic path to allow local authorities to help Ukranians fleeing war in Europe, the leader of Lichfield District Council has said.
Council chiefs say they hope to see more events and festivals taking place across the whole district rather than just in Lichfield.
Groups who face seeing their headquarters closed to make way for a new health centre should not be forced out of Burntwood, a councillor has said.
Councillors are inviting Burntwood residents to share any concerns at an advice surgery in the town.
A funding boost to help find permanent homes for thousands of children in care more quickly has been welcomed by county council leaders.
Council chiefs say they hope a new policy will create a simpler process for organisers of events across Lichfield and Burntwood.
An external review has said Lichfield District Council is well run and has “committed and passionate” members and officers.
Plans that would have seen taxis in Lichfield and Burntwood required to have CCTV fitted could be scrapped.
