Welcome Sandyford and Goldenhill Residents Association (S.A.G.E.)
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A residents association uniting the two villages of Sandyford and Goldenhill since 1999
An organisation that aims to improve the environment and lifestyle for all its residents who live in our community
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As the weather warms up and more people enjoy days out, BBQs, the world cup, and social events, we want to remind everyone of the dangers of drink and drug driving.
Even small amounts of alcohol can seriously impair your judgement, slow your reactions, and increase the risk of collisions. Choosing to drive under the influence doesn’t just put you at risk – it endangers passengers, pedestrians, and other road users.
💡 Plan ahead:
Arrange a designated driver
Use public transport or a taxi Stay over if you’ve been drinking
Choose non-alcoholic options
🚔 Police will be carrying out checks throughout the summer, and anyone found over the limit will face serious consequences, including losing their licence, a criminal record, fines, or even imprisonment.
🚔 Legal drink‑drive limits (UK)
England, Wales & Northern Ireland
35 micrograms of alcohol per 100ml of breath
80 milligrams per 100ml of blood
107 milligrams per 100ml of urine
There is no reliable way to calculate how many drinks keeps you under the limit, Alcohol affects everyone differently (weight, food, metabolism, etc.) The safest advice: don’t drink at all if you’re driving
⚠️ Think about the morning after:
Alcohol stays in your system longer than you think. You could still be over the limit the next day and unfit to drive.
⚠️ Drug driving is illegal:
Whether it’s illegal substances or certain prescription medication, if it impairs your driving, you could be arrested.
Drug wipes are a roadside screening test used by police officers to detect drugs in a driver’s system.
🚔 How they work:
An officer takes a quick saliva sample using a swab (wipe) from inside the mouth
The device analyses it at the roadside
Results are usually available within minutes
⚠️ What they detect: In the UK, drug wipes are primarily used to check for:
Cannabis (THC)
Cocaine
⚠️ Important to know:
A positive result can lead to arrest and further testing at a police station
Even if a drug was taken days before, it can still be detected
Prescription drugs can also impair driving and lead to an offence if not taken as directed
If you’ve taken drugs—illegal or prescribed that affect your driving—don’t take the risk.
This week, the Staffordshire Commissioner’s Office is supporting Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) Awareness Week (29 June-5 July). With the theme of ‘Making Communities Safer’, the week encourages communities to take a stand against ASB and highlights the actions those experiencing it can take.
In Staffordshire:
Community Safety Partnerships, supported by funding from the Staffordshire Commissioner for Police, Fire & Rescue and Crime, work alongside Police and local authorities to tackle ASB through initiatives, education and prevention.
53 additional neighbourhood policing officers have been funded through the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee, tackling ASB, retail crime and community priorities with increased visible patrols in town centres and crime hotspots.
As part of this problem-solving approach, Staffordshire Fire & Rescue Service is working with Police to share information about repeat locations for ASB fires, to allow both services to focus their activity on known hotspots.
Support is available for victims of ASB, including:
ASB Harmony: commissioned by the Staffordshire Commissioner, this free and confidential service provides practical and emotional support to people experiencing ASB, whether they choose to report incidents to the Police or not. Last year, the service received 423 referrals from people seeking support. Contact Harmony on 0330 1757 258 (general helpline) or 0808 16 89 111 (out of hours support), or email harmony@victimsupport.org.uk
ASB Case Review: a tool which allows victims to request action if they have reported multiple incidents of ASB but are unhappy with the response they received
To report an incident of ASB, call Staffordshire Police on 101 or visit: Report antisocial behaviour | Staffordshire Police
A meeting has been arranged later this month with Staffordshire Police, where Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association, Councillor Chandra Kanneganti and David Williams M.P. are to discuss police engagement in the Sandyford/Goldenhill area.
The main focus will be to ensure monthly visits by the police to key areas where antisocial behaviour takes place, quarterly ward walkabouts with the police, councillor, M.P. and resident’s association, as well as times & dates of roads/streets visited by PCSO’s on foot.
Your residents association and politicians are fully aware of the increased crime taking place in our community, but we can assure residents that we are working with the police to address this ongoing problem.
Line painting on Sandyford & Goldenhill’s High Street should be completed within the next month according to the contractor.
Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association and Councillor Chandra Kanneganti have been informed by the contractor Kiely that they will chase up the request to have line painting on the road, including zebra crossings completed ASAP.
Staffordshire Police are appealing for information after a man used counterfeit notes to pretend to pay for a mobile phone in Stoke-on-Trent.
Police were called at 4.50pm on Thursday 28 May to Carlton Avenue in Chell following reports of theft.
A man pretending to be a genuine buyer attended an address at around 6pm on Wednesday 27 May after seeing an iPhone 16 Pro Max for sale online.
The suspect handed over £640 in notes and the genuine buyer gave them the phone.
The notes were later revealed to be counterfeit.
We have carried out inquiries locally and are keen to speak to the man pictured in connection with the theft.
If you recognise this man or have any relevant information, CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage, call us on 101 or use Live Chat on our website, quoting incident number 733 of 28 May.
To report anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Final road surface dressing has been confirmed by contractor Kiely, which will take place tomorrow, Wednesday 24th June, between 9.30 a.m. and 3.30 p.m. from Sandyford’s KFC roundabout to Woodstock Street at the top of Goldenhill.
This is the final chapter in the scheme, which residents and motorists will be happy to see it complete.
Councillor Kanneganti and Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association understand the inconvenience this has caused to both residents and motorists, which we have tried to keep everyone updated as much as possible through contact with the contractor.
We trust once the scheme is completed that everyone as much as possible will see the benefits of not having to avoid the many potholes that the High Street has suffered from.
As temperatures rise, please take a few simple steps to stay safe and well during the warm weather:
Stay Hydrated – Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Avoid too much alcohol or caffeine, as they can dehydrate you.
Keep Cool Indoors – Close blinds or curtains during peak sunlight hours. Open windows when it’s cooler outside (early morning/evening) to let fresh air circulate.
Limit Sun Exposure – Try to stay out of direct sunlight between 11am–3pm when UV levels are highest. If you must go out, wear sunscreen, a hat, and light, loose clothing.
Check on Vulnerable Residents – Older adults, young children, and those with health conditions may be more at risk. Please check in on neighbours, friends, and family regularly.
Vehicle Safety – Never leave children, pets, or vulnerable individuals alone in parked vehicles—even for a short time.
Pet Care – Ensure pets have access to shade and fresh water. Avoid walking dogs during the hottest part of the day—pavements can burn their paws.
Know the Signs of Heat Illness – Look out for symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, nausea, or confusion. Seek medical help if needed.
Fire Risk – Dry conditions increase fire risk. Dispose of cigarettes safely and avoid open flames or BBQs in unsafe areas.
Stay safe, look after each other, and enjoy the sunshine responsibly.
Final road surface dressing will take place next Tuesday 23rd June for two days between 9.30 a.m. and 3.30 p.m. from Sandyford’s KFC roundabout to Woodstock Street at the top of Goldenhill, weather permitting.
This is the final chapter in the scheme to which both residents and motorists will be happy to see it complete.
Councillor Kanneganti and Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association have received a number of complaints regarding potholes in the area for quite a while, and once the road resurfacing is complete, we are hopeful drivers using the A50 throughout the area can appreciate a much improved driving experience.
Plans are underway for the Staffordshire Commissioner’s Space summer programme 2026, which last year saw over 9,000 young people across Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent taking part in a range of fun activities.
The programme, for young people aged 8 to 17, brings together public, voluntary and private sector organisations to provide positive activities for young people during the school holidays.
During summer 2025:9,219 young people took part in the Space programme2,429 activities were provided including sports, arts, crafts, and youth activities
23,480 attendances were made in total, equating to 46,988 hours of engagement
Activities will be uploaded in the coming weeks. Parents can sign up for all the latest event and activity updates: https://staffordshirespace.uk/.
If you’re watching the England match tonight, think about your behaviour choices.
From June 2025 to May 2026, over 1,500 violent offences reported to Staffordshire Police were linked to alcohol.
Drugs and alcohol can affect your inhibitions and as a result, make you act violently.
Before consuming drugs or alcohol, think about the potential consequences not only for you, but your friends, family, and the children exploited to deliver drugs.
For drug and alcohol support visit: Choices – Violence Reduction Alliance
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