Labour lost their Madeley seat to the Liberal Democrats. First-time Conservative candidate Howard Goodall ran a strong and energetic campaign but was beaten by parish councillor Simon White.
Staffordshire’s highways chief and Stone Association member Mike Maryon has today announced plans for an extra £20 million to be invested into improving the county’s highways network.
Howard Goodall and our team of volunteers completed a full leaflet drop across the ward this weekend.
Howard Goodall has been selected as the Conservative candidate for the Madeley by-election on February 2nd.
Bill Cash will continue to fight the closure of Wedgwood Memorial College.
Christmas cheer in the Association office last Saturday over mince pies and mulled wine.
Many local people will be affected by the decision of Stafford Hospital to close temporarily its A&E department overnight. A petition, calling on the hospital to retain essential services, is available to sign.
The Local Government Boundary Commission for England have completed their electoral review, proposing changes to boundaries in Staffordshire which will come into effect for local elections in 2013.
Staffordshire County Council is freezing council tax for another two years – making the council a virtual tax rise free zone.
The Stone Association is delighted to announce that its annual Dinner will be held at the prestigious venue of Sandon Hall, Staffordshire on Friday 30th September 2011, 7.30 for 8.00pm. For tickets please contact the Stone Office on 01785 811000 or email on orgsec.stonecons@btconnect.com. Cheques payable to 'SCCA'

