Government intervention at Sandwell Council to end
The Minister for Local Government, Simon Hoare MP, has today (Thursday 7 March) confirmed that Government intervention at Sandwell Council will come to an end.
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Tributes have been paid to Honorary Alderman of Sandwell Tony Ward, who has died aged 84
Tributes have been made to Anthony (Tony) Ward who died last week (15 April 2024) after a period of ill health. The Council’s thoughts are with his family and friends.
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Voters reminded to check for polling station changes and to take photo ID to vote on Thursday 2 May
Sandwell residents who plan to cast their vote at a polling station on Thursday 2 May are reminded to check that they have an accepted form of photo ID.
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Primary school place offer day in Sandwell
Families applying for primary school places were notified today (Tuesday 16 April), either by email or letter, which school their child will be starting in September 2024.
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Last chance to register to vote in time for May elections
Sandwell residents are being reminded to make sure they are eligible to vote in the May elections.
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Shaping a new carer support service for Sandwell - live consultation
Are you a family member, friend or neighbour who provides, or has provided, unpaid care to someone living in Sandwell? Do you have family or friends in Sandwell who provide unpaid care?
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Sandwell residents need photo ID to vote at elections in May
Residents in Sandwell are reminded they will need to show photographic ID at a polling station when they vote for a local councillor on Thursday 2 May.
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Smethwick lad making a splash in swimming with epic medal haul
We're so proud of Smethwick resident, Kaiden Hitchins who is making waves in the swimming world.
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Tributes paid to Honorary Alderman and former Mayor of Sandwell
Tributes have been paid to Honorary Alderman and former Mayor of Sandwell Martin Prestidge who has died at the age of 81.
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CBeebies Bedtime Stories chair comes to Sandwell
Sandwell libraries have been gifted one of the iconic CBeebies Bedtime Stories chairs thanks to a collaboration with BookTrust.
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Extensive upgrade to Haden Hill Leisure Centre planned
Sandwell Council has today announced the temporary closure of Haden Hill Leisure Centre from Thursday 28 March while it undergoes an extensive upgrade.