January | 2013 |

Council Launches Feedback System at Leisure Centres in Burton

Visitors to the Council’s Leisure Centres such as The Meadowside may have noticed that new interactive feedback systems have been installed, allowing members of the public to share their thoughts and opinions on the Council’s facilities. The feedback system is a touch screen device and members of the publicRead more

Brewhouse Arts Centre, Burton upon Trent, Councillor Bernard Peters, Customer service, ESBC, Meadowside Leisure Centre News

The New 111 NHS Service in Burton on Trent

111 is on its way to Burton on Trent – find out more and get involved People can find out about the new NHS 111 service that will help them get medical care and advice from local services quickly in the Burton and Uttoxeter areas. 111 is part ofRead more

Burton upon Trent, East Staffordshire, Emergency service, Health care, National Health Service, NHS 111 News

More Cancelled Waste Collections Due to the Snow

Due to the continuing poor weather, the Council has had to suspend its waste collection service from 6.30am on Monday 21 January. Unfortunately this type of severe weather does have an impact on our service as refuse vehicles are vulnerable to skidding, with the potential to cause considerable damage.Read more

Council, Waste collection, Weather News

Disruption to Burton Waste Collection Service Due To Snow

Today’s severe weather has disrupted the Council’s waste collection service in some parts of Burton on Trent. Despite the snow, the majority of residents received a collection as normal, but our crews were unable to access some of the more outlying areas and a number of other streets thatRead more

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Swimfit sessions starting at the Meadowside Leisure Centre

On Monday 21st January the Meadowside Leisure Centre is introducing a new “Swimfit” fitness session, bringing gym style workouts to the water. Swimfit is an exciting way to workout, the coach lead session is ideal for people who are looking to improve their fitness or recover from rehabilitation inRead more

Meadowside Leisure Centre, Swimfit News

SAD season is with us, so recognise the signs and don’t be afraid to seek help

Nearly one person in every 15 in Burton on Trent and Uttoxeter could suffer from a medical condition that causes depression and fatigue during the dark winter months. SAD – or Seasonal Affective Disorder – is at its most severe during January and February, and it is estimated upRead more

Burton on Trent, East Staffordshire, SAD, Seasonal Affective Disorder News

Ice Warning as Temperatures Drop Further

As temperatures continue to remain below freezing, Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service are warning people of the dangers of frozen lakes and ponds. Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service’s Head of Risk Reduction, Glynn Luznyj said: “Last year we dealt with a number of incidents involving pets on the iceRead more

Frozen Lake, Ice, Temperature News

First Step Forward to a Brighter New Year with Health Walks in Burton on Trent

Walking for Health East Staffordshire aims to put a spring into the step of Burton people this New Year, by offering 8 different walks throughout the borough. The Health Walk Scheme is organised in partnership with East Staffordshire Borough Council, The Ramblers and the Walking for Health East StaffordshireRead more

British Heart Foundation, Burton on Trent, East Staffordshire, Health, Health Walk, Staffordshire, Walking News

Monthly archive January, 2013