Archive for June, 2010

Touch FM Interview

I was interviewed today by Touch FM Radio station about our exciting new venture with Tamworth Borough Council in sharing our waste and recycling service. You should all shortly receive a leaflet explaining the changes to collection days, but please don’t worry if you have any concerns just pick up the phone and help will [...]

Response to Cllr Steve Norman – Re Burntwood Tip

In response to calls from Cllr Steve Norman to try to stop the closure of the Burtnwood Tip, Cllr Mike Wilcox, Leader of Lichfield District Council, said: “I absolutely echo Councillor Normans’ concerns about Burntwood’s tip. It’s a popular local facility and, since the unexpected news of its planned closure, I have been working with [...]

Response to yesterday’s budget

Councillor Michael Wilcox, Leader of Lichfield District Council and Cabinet Member for Finance, Revenues and Benefits, said:  “Over the past three years Lichfield District Council has cut £4.7 million off the cost of delivering local services. “We’ve done this by partnering with nearby councils, adopting new technology and introducing new processes. We’ve been keeping a keen [...]

Closure of Burntwood Household Waste Recycling Centre

Today I wrote to the councillor responsible for waste and recycling at Staffordshire County Council. I wanted to let him know how disappointed I am at their plans to close Burntwood’s household recycling centre. After its planned closure, local residents will have to make at least a seven mile round trip to take their waste [...]

New Leader for Lichfield District Council

At this year’s Annual Council Meeting of Lichfield District Council, held on 11 May, Councillor Michael Wilcox became the new Leader of Lichfield District Council. On accepting the position of Leader, Councillor Wilcox commented: “I am so proud to take on the role as Leader of Lichfield District Council. Having lived in Fradley for more [...]