Monthly archive February, 2013

Exhibition Islam at Burton’s Brewhouse Hailed as a Triumph

Exhibition Islam hosted at the Brewhouse Arts Centre, Burton upon Trent, closed last night and has been hailed by all involved as an overwhelming success. The event has seen a huge response from all areas of the community, with residents enjoying a variety of activities includingRead more

ESBC Initiative to tackle Littering and Dog Fouling in Brizlincote Valley

As part of East Staffordshire Borough Council’s initiatives on tacking littering and dog fouling, the Uniform Services team along with Councillor Bernard Peters, were yesterday , patrolling in the Brizlincote area of Burton on Trent. The officers and Councillor Peters were reminding and informing residents of theirRead more

Latest News – Council Tax Reduction for Burton on Trent

Council Tax Reduction Agreed by Borough Council East Staffordshire Borough Council has agreed to keep household payments low again this year by reducing its portion of the overall Council Tax bill. The proposed 1% reduction in Council Tax, which was agreed at a Full Council meeting tonight [Monday 25thRead more

Exploring Enterprise – a Free Introduction to Self-Employment

An introductory Exploring Enterprise workshop is taking place on Friday 15th March 2013 in the offices of East Staffordshire Borough Council at The Maltsters, Wetmore Road, Burton-upon-Trent DE14 1LS between 10.00am – 1.00pm. Enterprise for Success is a free programme of business support that is provided by East StaffordshireRead more

What is being said about Burton on Trent on the internet this week?

Here are just a few of the things that are being said about Burton on Trent on the internet this week… Nearly 100 beers honoured at International Brewing Awards 2013 The FINANCIAL, on Mon, 18 Feb 2013 23:15:40 -0800 Written by Neil Gerrard, Caterer and Hotelkeeper. 19/02/2013 00:15 (12:02Read more

Burton College Students to Display Work Alongside Top National Photographers

Students from Burton & South Derbyshire College have been invited to stage an exhibition of their work in the new gallery at Sharpe’s Pottery Museum in March. It will coincide with the arrival in Swadlincote of the 2020VISION roadshow, which features some of the finest wildlife and nature photographersRead more

ESBC Posts Impressive Performance Figures

East Staffordshire Borough Council has announced another successful period of performance both in terms of financial success and targets delivered. At the meeting of the East Staffordshire Borough Council Cabinet held on the 11th February, officers presented the performance and financial outturn results for the third quarter (1st OctoberRead more

Chief Executive of Girlguiding UK comes to Burton on Trent

Girlguiding Burton are very excited to have the New Chief Executive of Girlguding Uk visit units next week. Julie Bentley who has been in the Role since November 2012 will be seeing Girlguiding in action in all sections of the organisation. Rainbows who are aged 5 to 7 yearsRead more

Open Day Events in Burton on Trent for Home Energy Advice

As part of the Warmer Homes Healthier People Campaign, The Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) will be running two open day events in Burton on Trent. Friday 8th February            Coopers Square Shopping Centre Monday 11th February        Burton Customer Service Centre The CAB will be providing information about saving money onRead more

Free Session in New Six Week Running Programme

East Staffordshire Borough Council, Staffordshire Athletic Network and Burton Athletic Club are working in Partnership to organise a Beginners Running Group in Burton on Trent. The group will meet every Tuesday at Shobnall Leisure Complex at 7.00pm starting on Tuesday 12th February 2013. The 6 week running course willRead more

New Campaign for Dementia Patients in Burton on Trent

National care home operator, Elder Homes Group, has launched a campaign to create the perfect environment for dementia sufferers. As part of the care for dementia sufferers, reminiscence pictures, books and items from the past are very much key to creating a healthy environment for not only the elderlyRead more