Residents, businesses and voluntary organisations invited to have their say on budget proposals
Every year, Sandwell Council is legally required to set a balanced budget and the authority is now looking at the money available to spend next year.
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Combatting the sale of knives to underage people
Nine out of ten shops failed to ask young people for identification when trying to buy knives and other bladed items.
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Sandwell Council engages young voices in UK Parliament Week
As part of UK Parliament Week (18 to 24 November), Sandwell Council hosted a series of interactive workshops for young people and schools across Sandwell.
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Anti-Bullying Week 2024
Sandwell Council’s SHAPE Anti-Bullying Roadshow is back.
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Help us make Sandwell leafier by nominating tree planting sites
Sandwell Council is asking residents where they would like to see more trees planted this year.
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Bin lorry fire in Smethwick sparks safety reminder for Sandwell residents
A Sandwell Council refuse collection crew experienced first-hand the dangers of people putting batteries or electricals in the general waste when a fire broke out in the rear of their bin lorry.
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Sandwell Council Youth Service drums up support for National Youth Work Week 2024 celebrations
Young people and youth workers in Sandwell are highlighting the variety of youth work opportunities available, as part of the national Youth Work Week celebration.
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New sustainable council homes under construction in Sandwell
Sandwell Council is working with Seddon Housing Partnership to bring 20 new council homes to sites in Oldbury and West Bromwich.
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West Bromwich Town Hall and Central Library shine again after major renovation
West Bromwich is celebrating the successful completion of the restoration and renovation project at two of its most iconic Grade II listed buildings – West Bromwich Town Hall and Central Library.
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Celebrating the Women Chainmakers of Cradley Heath
Today (Tuesday 22 October) Sandwell Council is marking the anniversary of the end of the pivotal strike by the Women Chainmakers of Cradley Heath in 1910.
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Fostering is…Everything
Fostering can mean everything to those involved. That is the message of a powerful new fostering film from over 100 councils.