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  • Town ward by-election result

    The Labour Party has retained a seat in a by-election for Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council.

    Published: 23 January 2025

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  • Call to accelerate Walleys Quarry process

    The Leader of Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council has urged a quicker resolution to the Walleys Quarry closure process in the face of soaring numbers of complaints.

    Published: 17 January 2025

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  • Bad weather bin recovery

    From Monday, 13 January we are implementing a catch-up plan, with some important service changes. Our priority is to empty containers and clear streets.

    Published: 9 January 2025

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  • Council throws weight behind EA’s closure fight

    Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council is throwing its weight behind the Environment Agency’s legal fight against the operators of Walleys Quarry – as odour complaint figures soar.

    Published: 8 January 2025

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  • Grassroots planning policy moves forward

    Proposals which would determine what can be built across Newcastle Borough and which land is protected from development has been submitted for independent scrutiny.

    Published: 7 January 2025

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