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Swansway Motor Group, which has outlets in Stafford, has reported a profit before tax of pound;10.1 million in its annual financial results for 2025.nbsp;This is a 30% increase in profits made in 2024.One division that performed exceptionally well was Land Rover, where Swansway Motor Group's Stafford dealership is located.The Swansway Motor Group Directors are delighted with the results which saw turnover increase by 2.5%, from pound;986 million in 2024 to pound;1.01 billion in 2025.A strengthening of their balance sheet with shareholders' funds increasing to pound;69.4 million (from pound;69 million in 2024) and the EBITDA (earnings before interest tax and depreciation) rising from pound;19 million to pound;21.3 million.Peter Smyth, Director at Swansway Motor Group said: "2025 was another good year for our dealerships and a real reflection of the hard work and commitment from our teams across the business.nbsp;"We've continued to invest in our people, our locations and our customer experience, and it's fantastic to see that effort translate into such strong results."Despite challenges across the automotive sector, we've stayed focused on what we do best, offering great value, trusted service and a personal approach that sets us apart as a family business.nbsp;"Our Motor Match division has been a particularly pleasing performer, continuing to grow and connect with customers looking for quality used vehicles."We're pleased to see profits increase to pound;10.1 million, up from pound;7.7 million in 2024, alongside turnover growth from pound;986 million to pound;1,011 million.nbsp;"It puts us in a strong position as we move into 2026, and we're excited to keep building on this momentum."

Over 80 tonnes of food were collected from homes across Stafford Borough during the first few days of a new weekly service.

Yesterday (22 April), Severn Trent Water issued an apology to anyone experiencing water supply problems in the ST16 area of Stafford.

A running club, which meets weekly in Stafford town centre, will celebrate its first anniversary this weekend.nbsp;

The local fire service is warning people about the dangers of deliberately setting fires after an increase in incidents due to the warmer weather.

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Officers are appealing for witnesses

Stokies are waiting for their bins to be emptied - or still haven't received a caddy

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Residents are getting fed up with the sight of temporary lights