Matt swindlehurst
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Lives in Staffordshire Moorlands. Town councillor and chair of events, Leek Town Council. Cabinet Member for Leisue and Tourism, Staffordshire Moorlands District Council. Board member Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Local Visitor Economy Partnership.
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‘Town centres are more than places for shopping. The town centres that I represent in Fenton, Hanley, Stoke and a part of Longton are about pride, community and dignity of place. They not only have an economic benefit, but are the mesh that holds society together in our city.’
Good to hear our local MPs highlight the importance of government support for Stoke-on-Trent’s town centres.
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Town Centres: Stoke-on-Trent - Hansard - UK Parliament
Hansard record of the item : ' Town Centres: Stoke-on-Trent' on Wednesday 15 January 2025.
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January 16, 2025 at 5:05 PM
‘Town centres are more than places for shopping. The town centres that I represent in Fenton, Hanley, Stoke and a part of Longton are about pride, community and dignity of place. They not only have an economic benefit, but are the mesh that holds society together in our city.’
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The annual Visit England campaign looks to raise awareness of tourism and visitor economies among key stakeholders including MPs, ministers and the media.
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A celebration of the tourism industry and an opportunity to showcase its importance to local communities and economies, the theme for this year’s #EnglishTourismWeek25 (14-23 March) is ‘Supporting people and places to drive growth.’
January 16, 2025 at 8:36 PM
The annual Visit England campaign looks to raise awareness of tourism and visitor economies among key stakeholders including MPs, ministers and the media.
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First visit to the AO Arena to see the brilliant Peter Kay !
January 11, 2025 at 9:55 AM
First visit to the AO Arena to see the brilliant Peter Kay !
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Leek outdoor markets closed today because of high winds. The refurbished indoor market is open as usual and will be open on Monday and Tuesday. We also the fantastic Getliffes Yard and a wide range if independent shops. All 15 minutes walk from each other. Town centre car parking is free today
December 21, 2024 at 9:28 AM
Leek outdoor markets closed today because of high winds. The refurbished indoor market is open as usual and will be open on Monday and Tuesday. We also the fantastic Getliffes Yard and a wide range if independent shops. All 15 minutes walk from each other. Town centre car parking is free today
Leek outdoor markets closed today because of high winds. The refurbished indoor market is open as usual and will be open on Monday and Tuesday. We also the fantastic Getliffes Yard and a wide range if independent shops. All 15 minutes walk from each other. Town centre car parking is free today
December 21, 2024 at 9:28 AM
Leek outdoor markets closed today because of high winds. The refurbished indoor market is open as usual and will be open on Monday and Tuesday. We also the fantastic Getliffes Yard and a wide range if independent shops. All 15 minutes walk from each other. Town centre car parking is free today
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We are determined to shift power out of Westminster to Mayors, Councils and the communities they serve.
Read our English Devolution White Paper as we outline the case for change, how we will achieve it, and the benefits to communities and economies across the country.
www.gov.uk/government/p...
Read our English Devolution White Paper as we outline the case for change, how we will achieve it, and the benefits to communities and economies across the country.
www.gov.uk/government/p...
December 17, 2024 at 8:32 AM
We are determined to shift power out of Westminster to Mayors, Councils and the communities they serve.
Read our English Devolution White Paper as we outline the case for change, how we will achieve it, and the benefits to communities and economies across the country.
www.gov.uk/government/p...
Read our English Devolution White Paper as we outline the case for change, how we will achieve it, and the benefits to communities and economies across the country.
www.gov.uk/government/p...
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Shocking viewing.
Local people have long known about the problems caused by sewage overflows, but now the company stands accused of murky accounting practices that may have prioritised shareholder dividends over water bills and the health of our rivers.
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Local people have long known about the problems caused by sewage overflows, but now the company stands accused of murky accounting practices that may have prioritised shareholder dividends over water bills and the health of our rivers.
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Panorama - The Water Company’s Murky Business
Reporter Joe Crowley investigates how Severn Trent hits environmental targets while dumping large quantities of sewage and asks whether there is more to the company’s finances than meets the eye.
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December 9, 2024 at 9:11 PM
Shocking viewing.
Local people have long known about the problems caused by sewage overflows, but now the company stands accused of murky accounting practices that may have prioritised shareholder dividends over water bills and the health of our rivers.
www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...
Local people have long known about the problems caused by sewage overflows, but now the company stands accused of murky accounting practices that may have prioritised shareholder dividends over water bills and the health of our rivers.
www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...
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A very successful Twilight Market on Friday with good numbers of customers and busy traders. We're now looking at more of these evening markets so if you've got experience of them please drop me a line !
December 8, 2024 at 10:47 AM
A very successful Twilight Market on Friday with good numbers of customers and busy traders. We're now looking at more of these evening markets so if you've got experience of them please drop me a line !
A very successful Twilight Market on Friday with good numbers of customers and busy traders. We're now looking at more of these evening markets so if you've got experience of them please drop me a line !
December 8, 2024 at 10:47 AM
A very successful Twilight Market on Friday with good numbers of customers and busy traders. We're now looking at more of these evening markets so if you've got experience of them please drop me a line !
Slow build up to tomorrow's Twilight Market. The first speciality Market to be held in Leek's newly refurbished market buildings. From 5pm through until 8.30. Hosted by Leek Town Council
December 5, 2024 at 4:13 PM
Slow build up to tomorrow's Twilight Market. The first speciality Market to be held in Leek's newly refurbished market buildings. From 5pm through until 8.30. Hosted by Leek Town Council
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Thirteen new bus routes have been announced for Stoke-on-Trent as part of plans to improve public transport in the city.
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New routes as Stoke-on-Trent council aims to improve bus travel
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is given £31m of government funding to help improve bus services.
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December 5, 2024 at 1:02 PM
Thirteen new bus routes have been announced for Stoke-on-Trent as part of plans to improve public transport in the city.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Very interesting discussion at this afternoon's cabinet
Highlighting once again that we must have growth. New houses, and opportunities fo attracting more inward investment. Without this we will stagnate
Highlighting once again that we must have growth. New houses, and opportunities fo attracting more inward investment. Without this we will stagnate
December 3, 2024 at 3:42 PM
Very interesting discussion at this afternoon's cabinet
Highlighting once again that we must have growth. New houses, and opportunities fo attracting more inward investment. Without this we will stagnate
Highlighting once again that we must have growth. New houses, and opportunities fo attracting more inward investment. Without this we will stagnate
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Some of the Top Visitor Attractions in North Staffordshire
Alton Towers Resort
Trentham Gardens
Trentham Monkey Forest
Water World
Biddulph Grange Gardens (NT)
Shugborough Estate (NT)
See visitnorthstaffordshire.uk/attractions for more
Alton Towers Resort
Trentham Gardens
Trentham Monkey Forest
Water World
Biddulph Grange Gardens (NT)
Shugborough Estate (NT)
See visitnorthstaffordshire.uk/attractions for more
Attractions
Visit North Staffordshire & Stoke on Trent - Canals, Countryside, Culture, Heritage, Potteries, Staffordshire Moorlands and Staffordshire Peak District
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December 3, 2024 at 3:13 PM
Some of the Top Visitor Attractions in North Staffordshire
Alton Towers Resort
Trentham Gardens
Trentham Monkey Forest
Water World
Biddulph Grange Gardens (NT)
Shugborough Estate (NT)
See visitnorthstaffordshire.uk/attractions for more
Alton Towers Resort
Trentham Gardens
Trentham Monkey Forest
Water World
Biddulph Grange Gardens (NT)
Shugborough Estate (NT)
See visitnorthstaffordshire.uk/attractions for more
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“We have the ceramics, the designs, the archive all together - it also means a lot to people. A lot of people have a Wedgwood connection, whether it’s being interested in collecting or because granny had a teapot. Everyone recognises the blue and white; it’s iconic.”
December 2, 2024 at 8:42 PM
“We have the ceramics, the designs, the archive all together - it also means a lot to people. A lot of people have a Wedgwood connection, whether it’s being interested in collecting or because granny had a teapot. Everyone recognises the blue and white; it’s iconic.”
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‘The V&A Wedgwood Collection is an apotheosis of commerce, design, manufacturing, creativity. If you want an object lesson in the triumph and tragedy of British manufacturing, it is a brilliant snapshot of what has gone right and what has gone wrong.’
December 2, 2024 at 8:44 PM
‘The V&A Wedgwood Collection is an apotheosis of commerce, design, manufacturing, creativity. If you want an object lesson in the triumph and tragedy of British manufacturing, it is a brilliant snapshot of what has gone right and what has gone wrong.’
Coming soon.
'Discover the Staffordshire Moorlands'
A new tourism focused website focusing on our fantastic towns and villages, accommodation, countryside, food and drink, events, and activities.
Everything you need to plan your visit.
Watch this space for more updates !
'Discover the Staffordshire Moorlands'
A new tourism focused website focusing on our fantastic towns and villages, accommodation, countryside, food and drink, events, and activities.
Everything you need to plan your visit.
Watch this space for more updates !
December 3, 2024 at 9:55 AM
Coming soon.
'Discover the Staffordshire Moorlands'
A new tourism focused website focusing on our fantastic towns and villages, accommodation, countryside, food and drink, events, and activities.
Everything you need to plan your visit.
Watch this space for more updates !
'Discover the Staffordshire Moorlands'
A new tourism focused website focusing on our fantastic towns and villages, accommodation, countryside, food and drink, events, and activities.
Everything you need to plan your visit.
Watch this space for more updates !
A regular visit to Newcastle on Tyne, and a chance to visit the fantastic weekend market held on Tynemouth railway station.
December 1, 2024 at 4:10 PM
A regular visit to Newcastle on Tyne, and a chance to visit the fantastic weekend market held on Tynemouth railway station.
Regular visit up to Newcastle on Tyne and a fantastic morning in Tynemouth mooching around the railway station weekend market.
December 1, 2024 at 2:44 PM
Regular visit up to Newcastle on Tyne and a fantastic morning in Tynemouth mooching around the railway station weekend market.
Regular visit up to Newcastle on Tyne and a visit to the amazing Tyneside railway station weekend market !
December 1, 2024 at 2:40 PM
Regular visit up to Newcastle on Tyne and a visit to the amazing Tyneside railway station weekend market !
Following a £3.4m refurb, Leek's iconic indoor markets are back open and ready for business. Made possible by a LUF grantfinder
November 30, 2024 at 2:23 PM
Following a £3.4m refurb, Leek's iconic indoor markets are back open and ready for business. Made possible by a LUF grantfinder
Looking forward to the LVEP meeting next week. Pushing forward with this exciting initiative to build the tourism economy throughout staffordshire and stoke on trent.
November 30, 2024 at 2:19 PM
Looking forward to the LVEP meeting next week. Pushing forward with this exciting initiative to build the tourism economy throughout staffordshire and stoke on trent.
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November 24, 2024 at 9:47 AM