Accommodation and dining, national visitor attractions and experiences, plus inclusive, accessible tourism and more proves again that Staffordshire Moorlands officially has the best in the business.   The 2026 Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Tourism Awards showcase the very best of tourism across the region and many Moorlands businesses brought home awards.   Five local businesses took the top awards in their categories: The Tawny Hotel won the top award in the Large Hotel o

Free to attend Wade Conference CentreHartshill, Stoke-on-Trent Wednesday, Apr 8 from 9am to 4pm Cybercon Staffordshire is back, the region’s biggest cybersecurity & tech event with expert insights for CEO's, IT Managers, CISOs, and CTOs The day promises industry-leading insights, expert speakers, and actionable knowledge, tailored for IT Managers, CISOs, CTOs, and tech professionals. It gives business owners and leaders the opportunity to stay ahead of evolving cybersecurity

Work-related stress: a proactive approach to risk management 5 March, 11.00am to 12.00pm. Mental health conditions continue to be the leading cause of work-related ill health. In 2024 to 2025, 964,000 workers reported stress, depression or anxiety caused or made worse by work. This exclusive webinar, from HSE and their publishing partner TSO, explains how the work-related stress Management Standards and the Stress Indicator Tool can help organisations take a proactive, eviden

Free 28 January 2026 10am – 1pm Foxlowe Arts Centre - ST13 6AD Rural businesses in the Staffordshire Moorlands can access funding, expert advice, and practical support at a newly announced workshop this month. In partnership with Staffordshire County Council, Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce are bringing together programmes, advice and expert guidance that rural businesses in the Staffordshire Moorlands can use to grow.  Businesses looking to expand, diversify or start a new

Saving Zone, a family run High Street store in Cheadle has reported to COGNEWS that the have never had a single incident of theft in the store until the last two months. The manager in the household products store is finding it very stressful because he now cannot leave the counter and has to constantly watch the CCTV. Popular items with thieves are radios and tools Saving Zone staff, like Boots the Chemist, also fear that that Cheadle may be being targeted by drug gangs.

You can save energy in your business by booking a place on one of SBEN's upcoming courses:   Gain practical tools and insights to reduce costs and improve sustainability. 9th & 10th December 2025 – online course 14th January 2026 – In-person – The Moat House Online courses are for two four-hour morning sessions on consecutive days. Who is eligible for Carbon Literacy Training? Staffordshire businesses (excludes Stoke-on-Trent area) of any size are eligible to access up to t

Sharing your news with the wider world and informing your team can be time-consuming and costly. Organisations of all sizes have little free time to create relevant, timely, and content-rich publications on a regular basis. That's where connecting with a multimedia local provider like Cheadle COG Community Interest Company can help you win. Win by getting your own information and relevant content to where you need to be seen. Whether that's in front of potential customers, te

Like many local residents, we are puzzled by the secrecy surrounding developments in our town. The most recent example is the work on the Tape Street Short Stay Car Park, which is currently undergoing a five-week development program. Local residents and businesses have neither been informed nor consulted, and it appears that, as of the full town council meeting on Monday, October 3rd, the Town Council has also not been informed of the details of the work or involved in the pl

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Staffordshire Ambassadors Unite for Stoke-on-Trent's Centenary and Ceramics Biennial

HSE Supports Businesses in Promoting Better Mental Health for Employees

Menopause Awareness for Companies

Improving Staffordshire's Transport Systems

Saturday 25 th  October between 1.00-3.00 pm aRedeezine, The Tudor House, High Street, Cheadle Cheadle Carnival Committee invites you to...

Companies House Webinar: An Introduction to the British Business Bank - Supporting Your Business

Staffordshire's Economic Outlook Shines Bright

Proactive Strategies for Stress Prevention and Mental Well-Being at Work

Electrical safety at work

Starting Your Small Business in Staffordshire Moorlands

Don't Miss the South Moorlands Business Pop-up This Thursday!