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Continue reading →: The “Grey Belt” Gamble? Dissecting the 225-Home Proposal for Rake HillAnother week, another proposal. Just as we digest one set of plans, notification lands for another major development in Burntwood. This time, Hourigan Planning and Anwyl Land are proposing 225 new homes on the land North of Rake Hill and Meg Lane. We’ve scrutinised their 8-page “FAQ Sheet” so you…
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Continue reading →: VICTORY: Burntwood Town Council Votes Unanimously to OBJECT to Bloor Homes Proposal!Date: 15 December 2025 Tonight, the voice of Burntwood was heard loud and clear. Further to a planning meeting at the Burntwood Town Council (BTC) building we are delighted to confirm that following a representation made by the Burntwood Action Group this evening, BTC planning committee has voted UNANIMOUSLY to…
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Continue reading →: A Festive Success: Wrapping Up Our Christmas Carol EveningThe Burntwood Action Group would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended and supported our Christmas Carol event this past Saturday night. Despite the winter chill, the atmosphere was incredibly warm as we gathered to share cakes, drink hot chocolate, and enjoy some mulled wine. It…
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Continue reading →: 🚨 URGENT CALL TO ACTION: STOP THE BURNTWOOD DEVELOPMENT! 🚨This is the most important thing you can do today to protect our community and local history. We are fighting to Reject the Bloor Homes development proposals for the land at Coulter Lane and Church Road. This development would result in the downgrade of our precious green space, put massive…
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Continue reading →: A Dark Day for Burntwood: The Battle for Church Road BeginsTuesday, December 2nd, was a dark and dismal day for Burntwood residents. While many were opening the second door of their advent calendars, a different kind of door was being forced open on our Green Belt. The Outline Planning Application for Church Road and Coulter Lane has officially gone live…
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Continue reading →: 🎄 You’re Invited! Annual Christmas Carol Event 🎅Get ready to feel the festive cheer! Join us for our magical Annual Christmas Carol Event—the perfect way to kick off the holiday season! 🗓️ Event Details ✨ What to Expect Bring your family, friends, and your best singing voice for a wonderful community evening! 🙏 Thank You to Our…
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Continue reading →: So much for affordable housing!The reports that Rachel Reeves’ proposed landfill tax reforms could add tens of thousands of pounds to the cost of building a new home are SERIOUSLY concerning. Industry estimates suggest the cost for inert materials like soil and rock could increase by £24,000 or more PER HOUSE as the lower…
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Continue reading →: 👑 Remembering the Fallen at Prince’s Park, BurntwoodWe are honored to invite our community to join us at Prince’s Park, Burntwood, as we commemorate Armistice Day and the end of World War I. Our wonderful volunteers have decorated the park to create a poignant display honouring the sacrifices made for our freedom. Join Us for the Silence…
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Continue reading →: 🚨 HOUSING TARGET CHAOS IN LICHFIELD DISTRICT! 🚨Lichfield District Council is up against a massive challenge: finding permission for 760 new homes every single year to contribute to the national 1.5 million target by 2029. The target imposed by the Labour government, which they want to hit before the end of their term. But a recent potential…
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