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We’ve seized more than £250,000 of illegal tobacco and vapes.

Our Trading Standards team joined Staffordshire Police for a major operation targeting the illegal tobacco trade across Stoke-on-Trent.

Read more here: https://t.co/hrH3mOnQ8b

[Stoke-on-Trent CC @SoTCityCouncil]

Our Trading Standards team have seized illegal goods worth millions off our streets in the last year.

This has included unsafe electrical goods, toys, baby products and illegal tobacco.

Read more here: https://t.co/VokYVWN09O

[Stoke-on-Trent CC @SoTCityCouncil]

Our Trading Standards team have ordered two persistent offenders to close after they continued to sell illegal tobacco.

The two shops were mini markets, which were acting as a front to sell these products.

Click here to read more: https://t.co/dKAkxwBxpa

[Stoke-on-Trent CC @SoTCityCouncil]

We are continuing to support rough sleepers and give them long term, tailored care.

The Single Homelessness Accommodation Programme (SHAP) – backed by government funding – will be continuing until March 2029 at least.

Read more here: https://t.co/Ly5qW5UJbe

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🏠 We’ve evicted a tenant from a property in Goldenhill following a serious criminal conviction.

🤝 This work is part of our commitment to making our city’s streets safer and more family friendly.

👉 Read more here: https://t.co/rJhVcwILRO

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@_rvm84 Thanks for the tweet. All current and active subscriptions are monitored via the in-cab system, so the crews know who is subscribed etc, regardless of the bin sticker.

[Stoke-on-Trent CC @SoTCityCouncil]

We’ve ordered a shop to close after 1,200 packs of illegal tobacco were seized.

Our Trading Standards team found a store in Burslem was selling illegal tobacco despite repeated warnings.

We’re cracking down on illegal tobacco.

Read more here: https://t.co/BPTIpfsw4f

[Stoke-on-Trent CC @SoTCityCouncil]

We are taking clear steps to improve health outcomes and reduce health inequalities in the city.

Targeted action and closer collaboration with local health services will improve rates of STIs and unwanted pregnancies.

Read more here: https://t.co/n8WTLQhDRz

[Stoke-on-Trent CC @SoTCityCouncil]

We’re taking steps to secure early years and SEND provision in Bentilee.

Our proposals will keep nursery places in the community while increasing specialist SEND support.

You’ll have a chance to have your say as plans move forward. Read more here: https://t.co/6sHQ2SFmqJ

[Stoke-on-Trent CC @SoTCityCouncil]

👮 Our Trading Standards team and Staffordshire Police have carried out an exercise aimed at tackling the supply of illegal tobacco.

Five premises were visited and over £14,000 of illegal tobacco was seized.

👉 Read more here: https://t.co/dPv5leGLHE

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@Mrs_Nutz25 Good morning. Could you DM your address and full name so we can look into this for you? Thanks. Jo - SOTCC

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Bookings for Easter HAF are now live!

We are providing more than 10,000 opportunities with The Hubb Foundation for children to have fun this Easter.

Read more and access the booking site here: https://t.co/sD6hPZSQW5

[Stoke-on-Trent CC @SoTCityCouncil]

More padel courts are coming to Stoke-on-Trent – with new facilities opening at Fenton Manor.

We’re working in partnership with Ace Padel to open the new courts for the fastest growing sport in the UK.

Read more here: https://t.co/YjbQDBdt0c

[Stoke-on-Trent CC @SoTCityCouncil]

🇬🇧 Local veterans and armed forces officers can now get gym memberships for 30% off!

No joining fees – just come to Fenton Manor, the Wallace or Dimensions and verify yourself.

👉 Read more about the offer here: https://t.co/dwGbYgMO6L

[Stoke-on-Trent CC @SoTCityCouncil]

We have closed five shops in the city after sales were made to underage children and illegal vapes and cigarettes were seized.

Our Trading Standards have removed over £57,000 worth of illegal products and carried out test purchases.

Read more here: https://t.co/uRAD9RSJcA

[Stoke-on-Trent CC @SoTCityCouncil]

The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery is getting ready to welcome visitors back with a new display chosen by the people who know the collection best.

The museum’s £5 million transformation will be ongoing with managed entry in place.

For more information: https://t.co/hqeeIkKIwY

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We’re opening all six libraries for World Book Day to celebrate the power of storytelling and hand out FREE resources.

There will be a professional storyteller at each library, as well as activities and all children will get a free book.

Read more: https://t.co/nuTklXzCfC

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We had a really strong response to our Centenary Restoration Fund – with more than 600 votes cast.

Individuals and community groups put forward sites they want to see restored.

Read more: https://t.co/nnxahPKhtz

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@Grahol14 In the next few weeks. We will post on social media when the 26/27 season is live. Thank you.

[Stoke-on-Trent CC @SoTCityCouncil]

We’re setting out long-term plans to improve the city's leisure facilities.

We’ve got a clear vision, with priorities including essential improvements that will ensure facilities are high quality and fit for purpose.

Read more here: https://t.co/tTmIdRVZo2