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Queen’s Baton Relay: an amazing opportunity to celebrate Sandwell’s rich, diverse culture
Published on 24th June 2022
On Monday 25 July, Sandwell’s communities will experience the buzz of the Queen’s Baton Relay with events along the route, as part of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
£25m West Bromwich Towns Fund projects approved by government – securing £67.5m total for Sandwell
Published on 24th June 2022
The three remaining West Bromwich Towns Deal projects were approved by the government this week.
Levelling Up Fund bids: delivering projects that will make a positive difference in Sandwell
Published on 24th June 2022
Sandwell Council’s Cabinet has approved plans to submit four bids to the government’s Levelling Up Fund to help create new homes, facilities and jobs in the borough.
Thank you to our Armed Forces
Published on 22nd June 2022
A special ‘thank you’ to the Armed Forces community is being held at Dartmouth Park in West Bromwich on Saturday (25 June).
New homelessness and rough sleeping strategy will make a real difference for the people of Sandwell
Published on 22nd June 2022
Sandwell Council’s new cabinet will set a clear course of action when it considers a new homelessness and rough sleeping strategy at its meeting today (22 June).
Landlords in West Bromwich reminded to check if they need housing licence under new scheme
Published on 16th June 2022
Private landlords who rent out properties in Central West Bromwich are being reminded to check if they need to apply for a licence under a new scheme being introduced by Sandwell Council from 1 July.
Sandwell Council announces £3.4million cost of living boost for residents
Published on 16th June 2022
Sandwell Council will distribute £3.4million to pensioners on low incomes and families with children as the cost of living continues to rise.
Sandwell achieves another regeneration milestone: £19m secured for Rowley Regis Towns Fund
Published on 15th June 2022
Sandwell’s Towns Fund Programme has taken a leap forward this week, with £19m funding for five regeneration projects in Rowley Regis being approved by the government.
SHAPE Summer Fest is back at Sandwell Valley Country Park
Published on 15th June 2022
Sandwell Council today announces that the SHAPE Summer Fest 2022 will take place at Sandwell Valley Country Park on Saturday 16 July between 11am - 6pm.
Sandwell welcomes thousands to its free Pride Picnic
Published on 14th June 2022
Around 5,000 people visited Dartmouth Park, West Bromwich on Saturday 11 June to attend both Sandwell Council’s Pride Picnic to celebrate Pride Month in Sandwell, and its evening Shine a Light event.
Have your say on Sandwell Council’s Adult Social Care Contributions Policy
Published on 14th June 2022
Sandwell Council is currently reviewing the charging model for community-based and respite adult social care services.
Sandwell residents and businesses: there’s still time to have your say on improving air quality
Published on 9th June 2022
There’s still time for Sandwell residents and businesses to have their say on improving air quality in the borough by taking part in the Smoke Control Area consultation, which ends on 20 June.
Sandwell Council marks Carers Week
Published on 9th June 2022
Sandwell Council is marking Carers Week 2022 by thanking all unpaid carers for the vital work they do.
Celebrate Pride Month in Sandwell with a free picnic and entertainment at Dartmouth Park
Published on 9th June 2022
Come along to our free Pride Picnic at Dartmouth Park, West Bromwich, on Saturday, 11 June, from 11am-3pm, and celebrate Pride Month in Sandwell.
The people of Sandwell urged to challenge and prevent elder abuse on 15 June
Published on 9th June 2022
On World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (15 June), people in Sandwell will be urged to join global communities to raise awareness about the increasing problem of elder abuse and to prevent it happening.
Wednesbury town centre improvements ‘on track’
Published on 7th June 2022
The first phase of works to improve public spaces in Wednesbury town centre is on track to be completed by the end of July.
Sandwell Council refers itself to Social Housing Regulator
Published on 6th June 2022
Sandwell Council has referred itself to the Regulator of Social Housing and initiated an improvement plan.
There’s No Pride in Domestic Abuse
Published on 1st June 2022
Demonstrate your support for the LGBTQ+ community during Pride Month and show there is no pride in domestic abuse by joining Sandwell’s ‘Pride Picnic in the Park’ event at Dartmouth Park on 11 June.
Young Warley boxer hits number one ranking
Published on 26th May 2022
Warley boxer Amaan Ghulam has seen his dedication and talent pay dividends, reaping national success at a young age.
St Michael’s High School praised for innovative 21st Century Child Programme
Published on 26th May 2022
St Michael’s Church of England High School Student Voice recently showcased its 21st Century Child Programme at the Schools and Academies Show 2022 Safeguarding and Wellbeing Stage in London.
Free school meal vouchers for this half-term holiday
Published on 25th May 2022
Free school meal vouchers will again be distributed to eligible families in Sandwell this half-term holiday.
Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee 2022 at Wednesbury’s free family fun day
Published on 25th May 2022
Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee 2022 and enjoy entertainment at a free family fun day in Wednesbury on Tuesday, 31 May, from 12 noon to 4pm.
Introducing Sandwell’s new mayoral team
Published on 24th May 2022
Councillor Richard Jones (Old Warley ward) is the new Mayor of Sandwell following a ceremony in the council chamber today (Tuesday 24 May). His consort is his partner Councillor Richard McVittie.
Forging ahead: government go-ahead for Smethwick Towns Fund’s £23.5m regeneration projects
Published on 24th May 2022
Sandwell’s ambitious Towns Fund Programme has taken a huge step forward, with £23.5m funding for all five Smethwick regeneration projects given the go-ahead by the government.
Sandwell Digital Donations narrows the ‘digital divide’
Published on 23rd May 2022
Sandwell Council, the Black Country Housing Group (BCHG) and social enterprise Repc Ltd have together launched Sandwell Digital Donations to help narrow the ‘digital divide’.
Pennyhill Primary School celebrates 'good' Ofsted rating
Published on 20th May 2022
Pupils and staff at Pennyhill Primary School in West Bromwich are celebrating after being rated ‘good’ by Ofsted for the first time.
Home to school transport for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabled (SEND)
Published on 19th May 2022
Sandwell Council is inviting transport firms to provide home to school transport for eligible Special Educational Needs and Disabled (SEND) children and young people.
Sandwell leader announces new cabinet for 2022/23
Published on 18th May 2022
Sandwell Council’s leader Councillor Kerrie Carmichael has announced her cabinet for the municipal year of 2022/23.
Sandwell Council named as West Midlands Council of the Year at Energy Efficiency Awards
Published on 13th May 2022
Sandwell Council has been named as the Regional Council/Local Authority Body of the Year at the West Midlands Regional Energy Efficiency Awards 2022.
Crocketts Community Primary School students and Sandwell Council raise the banner for road safety
Published on 12th May 2022
Sandwell Council’s Road Safety team has helped reduce accidents in the borough by 16% from 2017 to 2019.