You can read Staffordshire Moorlands District Council media release about the decision at https://www.staffsmoorlands.gov.uk/article/8708/Staffordshire-Moorlands-welcomes-Government-decision-on-Local-Government-Reorganisation
Under the Government’s timetable, the new councils are expected to be established in April 2028, with elections to shadow councils held in May 2027.
There will be no immediate changes to council services. Residents, businesses and partners should continue to access services and support in the same way as they do now.
Councils across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent will now work together to develop detailed implementation plans. Our shared priority is to maintain stable, reliable and accessible services throughout the transition, particularly for vulnerable residents.