Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council has taken the first step towards potentially challenging the Government's controversial decision to abolish the borough council and merge it with Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire Moorlands.

Martin Pitchford · 1 September 2026

Reform UK has marked 100 days since taking control of Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council, with council leader Jonathan Gullis highlighting what the party says are some of its biggest achievements since coming to power.

Martin Pitchford · 28 August 2026

Westminster is reportedly planning to abolish Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council by 2028, merging it into a "North Staffordshire" unitary authority. This potential move raises concerns about taxpayers assuming liability for Stoke-on-Trent's debt, prompting calls to preserve local independence, according to Six Towns Daily.

Martin Pitchford · 25 August 2026

Reform UK councillors have blocked plans for two new HMOs near Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre, backing local residents who opposed the proposals. Council leader Jonathan Gullis says the move is part of wider plans to “take back control” of HMOs across the borough.

Martin Pitchford · 22 August 2026