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New taskforce to clampdown on anti-social behaviour in Sandwell
Published on 3rd August 2021
Sandwell Council is launching a new taskforce to tackle anti-social behaviour in the community.
Residents urged to contact Welfare Rights Team for help
Published on 5th August 2021
More than 11,100 people have received benefits and debt advice from Sandwell Council during the financial year 2020/21 – and anyone else in need of support is being urged to get in touch.
Cabinet Member calls for government support for the homeless as COVID-19 restrictions ease
Published on 5th August 2021
Councillor Zahoor Ahmed has written to the government, asking for the restrictions on councils’ support for homeless people to be relaxed.
Young carers offered drop-in vaccination opportunity
Published on 4th August 2021
People aged between 16 and 24 years, who care for a disabled or ill family member in Sandwell, can take the chance to get vaccinated at a special drop-in vaccine centre.
Sandwell Council urges care workers to get the jab
Published on 3rd August 2021
Sandwell Council is urging people working in care homes who are not yet fully vaccinated to do so to help protect the most vulnerable in our community.
Appeal as rare breed lambs stolen from Sandwell farm
Published on 3rd August 2021
Devastated staff at Forge Mill Farm in West Bromwich are appealing for help to catch thieves who stole two rare breed lambs on the evening of Sunday 25 July.
Council appeals for return of daily livings aids
Published on 2nd August 2021
Sandwell Council is appealing to residents to return any unwanted daily living aids they may have in their homes on loan from the council but are no longer needed.
Vaccination clinic at Baggies again this Friday and Saturday
Published on 30th July 2021
‘Grab a jab’ is back at the Baggies this Friday (30 July), and Saturday (31 July).
Love, Protect and Respect Sandwell parks during Love Parks Week 2021
Published on 30th July 2021
We can Love, Respect and Protect Sandwell’s parks during the annual Love Parks Week.
Have your say on life in Sandwell through residents’ survey
Published on 30th July 2021
The enormous impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has been felt across the borough in many different ways. It's why we are keen to hear what you think.
COVID-19: You must self-isolate if you test positive
Published on 30th July 2021
It is still a legal requirement to self-isolate if you test positive for COVID-19, or are told to self-isolate by NHS Test and Trace.
Residents urged to look out for voter registration details from Sandwell Council
Published on 29th July 2021
Sandwell residents are being warned not to lose their voice on decisions that affect them by making sure their electoral registration details are up to date
Sandwell Council finalists in prestigious health awards
Published on 29th July 2021
Sandwell Council’s Public Health Team named as a finalist in the Outstanding Contribution to Infection Prevention and Control Award in Royal College of Nursing Awards.
Reminder for voluntary organisations and faith groups on collecting rapid Covid-19 tests
Published on 29th July 2021
Sandwell Council is reminding voluntary sector organisations and faith groups that they can still collect rapid Covid-19 testing kits from West Bromwich Town Hall.
Sandwell businesses urged to follow Robinson Brothers’ example to protect employees and the community from COVID-19
Published on 23rd July 2021
How are local businesses adjusting to living with the virus, after step four of the government’s roadmap? Robinson Brothers are showing the way to keep up safety measures.
Consultation for West Bromwich Masterplan/Interim planning statement launches
Published on 22nd July 2021
Residents and businesses are being asked for their views to help shape the future regeneration of West Bromwich.
People deserve to feel safe where they live: supporting Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week
Published on 22nd July 2021
Sandwell Council is supporting Anti-Social Behaviour Awareness Week.
Charity for young widows to receive £10,000 donation after Sandwell Council nomination
Published on 22nd July 2021
Sandwell Council has nominated a charity to receive this year’s Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management (ICCM) donation.
‘Grab a jab’ is back at the Hawthorns
Published on 22nd July 2021
‘Grab a jab’ is back at the Baggies this Friday (23 July), and Saturday (24 July).
Creating a safer Sandwell: council’s iTrust Programme shortlisted for prestigious award
Published on 16th July 2021
Sandwell Council’s iTrust Programme is a finalist in the MJ Achievement Awards 2021.
Learn how to help to keep children and others safe from extremism online by joining our free online safety session
Published on 16th July 2021
Join Sandwell Council’s Prevent Team on Thursday, 29 July, from 5:30pm-6:15pm, for a short, interactive Microsoft Teams webinar for online safety in relation to extremism and Prevent.
Sandwell Council providing food vouchers to help parents and children during summer holidays
Published on 16th July 2021
Sandwell Council is providing food vouchers during the summer holidays to help families whose children would usually be eligible for free school meals during term time.
Phew: what a scorcher – things you can do to stay cool and healthy during hot weather
Published on 16th July 2021
With temperatures in the West Midlands forecast to hit 28°C this weekend, public health chiefs in Sandwell have issued advice to help people keep cool during the hot weather.
Connexions Sandwell awarded international quality standard
Published on 16th July 2021
Connexions Sandwell has been awarded the prestigious matrix Standard.
Eight actions to reduce the risks of Covid-19
Published on 16th July 2021
Sandwell Council reminds residents that they should act carefully and remain cautious while managing the risks of Covid-19.
Be more active and healthier with Sandwell’s free swimming for the under-16s and over -60s
Published on 16th July 2021
Free swimming is back at Sandwell leisure centres for residents aged under 16 and over 60.
Get the vaccine: 16-24-year-old carers urged to protect themselves and those they care for
Published on 15th July 2021
Those aged between 16 and 24 years, who care for a disabled or ill family member, are urged to take up the opportunity to get vaccinated.
We’re welcoming visitors back to Sandwell Park Farm
Published on 14th July 2021
Sandwell Park Farm re-opens from 10am on Monday, 19 July.
Protecting the borough from climate change
Published on 8th July 2021
Sandwell Council’s Climate Change Plan will help tackle climate change in the borough.
A Summer of Fun across Sandwell for all children and young people
Published on 7th July 2021
Sandwell Council and our partners are busy planning a whole range of exciting activities for children, young people and families who live in Sandwell.