Council and district news

‘Unmissable’ HUGE orange bubble coming to Baggeridge

A giant orange bubble representing one tonne of carbon dioxide will be landing at a South Staffordshire beauty spot next week.

Dubbed an ‘unmissable event’, the spectacular 10m-wide sphere will be at Baggeridge Country Park on Monday (August 14) where visitors will be offered top tips on how to mitigate climate change in their area.

The average South Staffordshire resident emits 5.3 tonnes of carbon dioxide per year - the bubble is designed to help people visualise what one tonne looks like.

Visitors are also invited to have their say on what they think could help cut carbon emissions locally, and to make a ‘green pledge’ to adapt their behaviour.

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Camp Bestival arrives for second year at Weston Park

Family festival Camp Bestival returns to Weston Park next week.

South Staffordshire Council's environmental health and licensing team will be on-hand throughout the event to ensure a safe and enjoyable time for all.

The team will be on-site from Thursday, August 17, to Monday, August 21, to undertake inspections of food outlets and conduct noise monitoring.

The event will feature family fun activities - children’s shows and theatrical entertainment, plus artists such as Primal Scream and Human League. There will also be a full range of food stalls and a bar.

Following resident feedback from last year's event, a number of improvements have been made. The main stage will finish at 11pm, the smaller stages at midnight, and the layout has also been altered to redirect noise.

Residents can call 0161 647 7934 to speak to the external event manager during event days. Should you wish to contact the South Staffordshire team, please email campbestival@sstaffs.gov.uk

Kinver Neighbourhood Plan

Kinver residents are being urged to have their say on the future of planning policy in their parish, with a referendum planned later this summer.

A neighbourhood plan has been drawn up by a steering group for Kinver parish, also covering Stourton, Iverley, Lawnswood, which, should it be approved by referendum, will influence planning in the parish.

The referendum will take place on Thursday, August 24, at the Edward Marsh Centre in Legion Drive, Kinver.

• Poll cards will be sent to Kinver residents around early August - with residents urged to register to vote by Tuesday, August 8. Further information can be found via: Register to vote - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
• Information about the referendum including official notices are published via: Forthcoming elections and results | South Staffordshire District Council (sstaffs.gov.uk)
• Voter ID will be required to vote at the polling station, further information on this requirement can be found at: Voter ID and Election Act 2022 Changes | South Staffordshire District Council (sstaffs.gov.uk).

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Vacancies

• Litigation Solicitor, closing August 28th
• Relief Leisure Assistant (all South Staffordshire Council leisure centres), closes September 30th
• Welfare and Financial Assessment Officer, closes September 1
• Relief Water Assistant (all South Staffordshire Council leisure centres), closing September 30th
• Relief Swimming Instructor (all South Staffordshire Council leisure centres), closing September 30th

All vacancies can be viewed in full and applied for on our recruitment site: https://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/vacancies

Carbon literacy training

To help your business reduce costs and your carbon footprint, South Staffordshire  businesses can access FREE Carbon Literacy Training. This eight-hour training course will give the knowledge and skills to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. There are in-person and online sessions. It will: Focus on the behavioural aspect of the fight against climate change. Provide the scientific evidence to make choice. Give individuals with the tools needed to make decisions. Dates for the courses are: September 27 - in person/face to face - 8:30am - 5:30pm at Stafford Rugby Club October 17 & 18 – online, 9 - 9.15am IT check, then 9.30 - 1.30 pm  For further information and to register, click here.

Leisure latest

Summer activities for young people and families

This summer, South Staffordshire Council’s leisure centres are providing a range of activities, schemes and discounts for young people aged 5-17 years old.

There will be lots on offer to keep children healthy, active and engaged. Here’s a quick run down of what’s available: Aspire Sports will be delivering sports-themed activity camps for 5-14 year olds. Space Scheme discounts providing swimming and gym access for £1, and discounts on 3G pitch hire for 8-17 year olds. Holiday Activities and Food Scheme providing FREE activities and food for children in receipt of free school meals. For full details about what’s on this summer to keep children and families entertained, visit https://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/sports-and-fitness/school-holiday-activities

                                   Training courses

South Staffordshire Council’s leisure centres provide a range of courses throughout the year enabling people to qualify as lifeguards, swimming teachers and water assistants. For full details on up and coming courses, click here

Partnership updates

Be dog-safe this summer

Making sure people are safe around dogs this summer is a priority for the Canine and Feline Sector Group. Their advice is:

• Be alert - always keep an eye on children around dogs
• Be aware - dogs use signals to tell us how they feel
• Be safe - any dog can bite, accidents can happen fast
• Follow the Dog Safety Code: https://cfsg.org.uk/dog-safety/