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Major milestone reached on the Sandwell Aquatics Centre site
Published on 29th October 2020
This month marks a huge milestone at the new Sandwell Aquatics Centre in Smethwick.
Latest data shows COVID-19 surge in West Bromwich
Published on 30th October 2020
Sandwell Council is warning people in West Bromwich to be especially careful as data revealed a large surge in COVID-19 cases in the area.
Enforcement action on Smethwick banqueting suite by council and police under coronavirus regulations
Published on 29th October 2020
A Smethwick venue caught repeatedly flouting COVID-19 laws by hosting large events could face an unlimited fine if it ignores a health protection Direction served by Sandwell Council.
Safer 6 – Sandwell Council signs anti-hate crime pledge
Published on 29th October 2020
Sandwell's Deputy Leader Councillor Maria Crompton has joined with the Safer Sandwell Partnership by signing up to an anti-hate crime pledge to 'Say No To Hate' as part of the Safer 6 campaign.
New walk-through testing site open in Tipton
Published on 28th October 2020
A new walk-through testing site is open in Tipton to help people get a free test as quickly as possible if they notice symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Safer 6 – Residents are urged to ‘Lock up and Lights on’
Published on 28th October 2020
Safer Sandwell Partnership and West-Midlands Police have issued a number of tips to ensure residents in the borough stay safe during the winter months.
Families urged to stay safe this half-term
Published on 23rd October 2020
Health bosses across the Black Country have urged families to stay safe by not mixing in gardens this half term.
Spooktacular virtual Halloween activities for all the family
Published on 23rd October 2020
We've got a spooktacular free programme of Halloween events this half-term for all the family! Virtual events are aimed at children of all ages.
Sandwell Council reveals images of new Rowley Regis cemetery
Published on 23rd October 2020
Artist’s impressions of Sandwell’s new Rowley Regis cemetery have been revealed for the first time.
Major regeneration starts in West Bromwich town centre
Published on 23rd October 2020
Demolition work began today in West Bromwich town centre, signalling the start of major regeneration – despite the challenges of coronavirus restrictions.
Garden waste winter break starts soon
Published on 22nd October 2020
The collection of green bins will continue until 27 November, breaking over winter and restarting next spring.
Dr Bike sessions this half-term
Published on 22nd October 2020
Dr Bike will visiting selected parks in Sandwell to fix children's bikes this October half-term.
Major milestone reached on the Sandwell Aquatics Centre site
Published on 19th October 2020
This month marks a huge milestone at the new Sandwell Aquatics Centre in Smethwick.
Safer 6 – Modern day slavery awareness week
Published on 19th October 2020
Sandwell Council and partner agencies are taking a stand to raise awareness of modern day slavery and human trafficking.
Tributes paid to Councillor Chris Tranter
Published on 16th October 2020
Tributes have been paid today to Councillor Chris Tranter who has sadly passed away this week.
Plea from Sandwell Council’s Deputy Leader following sharp rise in Covid-19 cases
Published on 15th October 2020
Sandwell Council’s Deputy Leader has today (Thursday 15 Oct) urged residents to stick to safety guidelines in the wake of the borough’s highest ever overnight figure for coronavirus cases.
Safer 6 - Free Hate crime awareness training online
Published on 15th October 2020
Sandwell Safeguarding Adults Board has launched a new eLearning package on Hate Crime as part of Safer 6: Hate Crime Awareness Week (10-18 October).
Warning issued to Rowley Regis barbers over Covid-19 measures
Published on 14th October 2020
A Sandwell barber shop business has been given a Direction to impose specific requirements by Sandwell Council.
Canal and memorial join Sandwell’s Green Flag Award success story
Published on 14th October 2020
Sandwell is celebrating two new Green Flag Awards this year – with the Birmingham Main Line Canal and the Lions of the Great War memorial in Smethwick joining 12 other green spaces across the borough.
Sandwell response to government COVID marshal call
Published on 13th October 2020
Following the government’s call for local authorities to provide town centre COVID-19 marshals, Sandwell Council has teamed up with West Midlands Police community support officers.
Applications open in Sandwell for Test & Trace support payments
Published on 12th October 2020
Sandwell Council is now accepting applications for self-isolation support payments from people suffering financial hardship after testing positive for coronavirus.
Safer 6 – Let’s end hate crime
Published on 12th October 2020
Sandwell organisations are taking a stand against hate crime as part of the Safer 6 campaign for Hate Crime Awareness Week 2020 which is now under way.
Top 70 spot for Sandwell Council for employing apprentices
Published on 8th October 2020
Sandwell Council has once again been rated a top employer for apprentices, scoring a place in the top 70 employers of school leavers in the UK.
Join The Big Sandwell Scarecrow Festival this half-term (26 October to 1 November)
Published on 8th October 2020
This half-term, Sandwell Council is looking for organisations and residents to create scarecrows and join The Big Sandwell Scarecrow Festival.
West Smethwick Park amateur photography competition returns
Published on 8th October 2020
Residents are being asked to show their love for West Smethwick Park by taking part in a calendar photography competition.
Safer 6 - Domestic abuse - how employers can help an employee or colleague
Published on 8th October 2020
Measures to tackle the COVID-19 outbreak have drastically altered people’s day to day lives. Many organisations have been preparing for a resulting increase in staff experiencing domestic abuse.
Tackling homelessness in Sandwell
Published on 8th October 2020
Sandwell Council continues to do everything it can to support people and tackle homelessness during the coronavirus outbreak.
Tackling dangerous parking at Oldbury school
Published on 7th October 2020
Children at an Oldbury school are urging parents and carers to park safely at drop off and pick up times – or risk a fine.
Key events will be marked this Autumn and Winter despite Covid-19
Published on 5th October 2020
Town centres will be lit up with Christmas lights and Remembrance Sunday will also be marked in Sandwell, despite the Covid-19 pandemic.
Unique centre in Sandwell scoops prestigious national award
Published on 5th October 2020
The STEPS Centre in Sandwell has seen off all competition and picked up a Municipal Journal award for Innovation in Children's Services.