South Staffordshire Council

18/06/2026

💰 Apply for part of the £1.5 million of new funding available from South Staffordshire Council

The Business Investment Fund supports South Staffordshire businesses with practical help to start, grow and succeed. It funds projects that meet local needs, boost economic growth and strengthen the district’s economy, while supporting entrepreneurs, expanding businesses and revitalising village centres. Grants are available from £1,000 to £7,000.

👉You can find out more and apply at: https://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/community-and-business-investment-fund

18/06/2026

⏳ Just over 1 week until 2026/27 garden waste collections begin 🌿

📅 Collections for the new subscription year begin on Monday, 29th June 2026. To ensure your bin is emptied from the first collection, please sign up by Monday, 22nd June 2026 🍃🚛

There is now no winter break, with collections continuing all year round 🌱

Sign up online here 👇

https://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/gardenwaste or with the My South Staffs app: simply search ‘My South Staffs’ on your app store 📱

18/06/2026

⏰ Final Call: Local Suppliers Wanted

There’s still time to apply to support South Staffordshire retail and hospitality businesses through our Premises Refresh programme.

🏪 We’re looking for a specialist business advisor to deliver practical, one-to-one support that helps businesses improve their premises and customer experience.

📅 Closing date: 22 June
📧 For more information, email [email protected]
👉 Find out more and apply: https://bit.ly/3QddBXN

17/06/2026

Summer in South Staffordshire is made for vineyard visits, and Halfpenny Green Wine Estate is the perfect
place to slow down and soak it all in.🌿🍇

Visit more vineyards on the Discover South Staffordshire website➡️https://bit.ly/4sm8MZe

17/06/2026

What a powerful morning at our Breaking the silence event. 💬

It was inspiring to see so many people come together to talk openly about mental health, resilience and the importance of supporting one another in the workplace.

Thank you to our brilliant speakers, stand holders and to everyone who attended and took part in the conversation.

Let’s keep breaking the silence. 🤝

17/06/2026

Step into the world of Eurofins.🔬🌟

Where science meets real impact and every test supports safety, quality and innovation.

Take a look around through a 360 view and see how skilled teams work behind the scenes to deliver trusted results for businesses and communities.

Thinking about a career in science or laboratory work?

Explore the pathways in our guide
👉 Your pathway from classroom to career: https://youtu.be/wQZxx5n94q0

Step into the world of Eurofins.Where science meets real impact a...

16/06/2026

Summer tastes better when it’s local 🥗

Think crisp salads, refreshing drinks, cosy cafés and beer gardens ready for lazy afternoons.

South Staffordshire is full of brilliant places to enjoy the season, and we’re here to help you find them.

👉https://bit.ly/4nCZXIi

16/06/2026

💰£1.5 million of new funding has become available across South Staffordshire to support projects that improve local areas, strengthen communities, and help businesses thrive across South Staffordshire. 💰

The Community Groups and Local Initiatives Fund offers grants of between £1,000 and £10,000. This fund is designed to support community‑led projects that respond to local need. Eligible projects include local events, clean‑up campaigns, educational activities, sustainability projects and volunteer training.

👉You can find out more and apply at: https://www.sstaffs.gov.uk/community-and-business-investment-fund

15/06/2026

As the weather warms up, more people are heading to the water – so it’s never been more important to stay safe 💙

We’re continuing to support the Water Safety Code to help keep our communities safe:
✔️ Stop and think – look for dangers
✔️ Stay together – never swim alone
✔️ Float if you fall in
✔️ Call 999/112 in an emergency

Whether you’re at the pool, beach, canal or lake – know the risks and stay safe this summer 🌊

Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK

15/06/2026

✨ Opportunity: Specialist Business Advisor

🤝 We’re looking for a provider to deliver practical one-to-one support for local retail and hospitality businesses.

🌟 Help businesses improve their premises, customer experience and overall impact.

📅 Closing date: 22 June
📧 For more information, email [email protected]
👉 Find out more and apply: https://bit.ly/3QddBXN