Keeping council tax low
We keep around 9% of the council tax you pay to deliver services, including bins, parks, planning, housing support, environmental health and more. The average household will pay 8p more a week towards our services this year.
Protecting services & investing locally
We’ve agreed a balanced budget for 2026/27, with our element of council tax increasing by 1.99% to support vital services and £4.68 million of investment in local communities.
Vapes and batteries
Please do not throw vapes or batteries in any of your bins. These can set on fire and risk our vehicles, crew safety and the safety of the processing plants that sort your waste.
News and events
6 Mar 2026
We are declared UK Council of the Year at national awards ceremony
We have been declared UK Council of the Year at a prestigious national awards ceremony celebrating outstanding work within local government.
19 Mar 2026
Residents urged to shape the future of local council services in national consultation
With just one week remaining, residents, businesses and community organisations are being urged to take part in the Government’s consultation on the future of local government in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent.
26 Feb 2026
Council shortlisted for three national awards recognising improvements for residents
We have been shortlisted for three prestigious national awards, recognising the progress made in improving services and support for residents across the district.
4 Mar 2026
More than £1.4million to be invested in community projects across Lichfield District
Community projects across Lichfield District are set to benefit from a major investment after councillors approved more than £1.4 million of funding to support local facilities, sports clubs and community spaces.
13 Mar 2026
More than £5,000 in fines issued as part of action against fly-tipping and waste offences
We have issued more than £5,000 in fines so far in 2026 as part of ongoing work to tackle fly-tipping and ensure waste is disposed of responsibly across the district.
2 Mar 2026
Burntwood Leisure Centre Pool is reopening following repairs
The main swimming pool at Burntwood Leisure Centre will re-open tomorrow (Tuesday 3 March) following the completion of necessary repairs.