Sandwell launches free parking and free market stall pilot in Wednesbury and Great Bridge to boost town centres
Residents, visitors and traders are set to benefit from a major new initiative aimed at boosting footfall, supporting local businesses and strengthening town centres in Wednesbury and Great Bridge.
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Launch of Bridgit Care: a new online resource to support carers in Sandwell
Sandwell Council is exploring online digital solutions for unpaid carers that provide information, guidance, advice and support at times when standard services are not available.
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Sandwell Council launches a radio scheme to tackle crime in Wednesbury
Sandwell Council has launched a new radio link scheme that connects businesses in Wednesbury Town Centre to the council’s CCTV control room, the police and the bus station.
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Sandwell leads the way for road maintenance and tackling potholes
Sandwell Council continues to lead the way in maintaining roads and tackling potholes according to latest public satisfaction surveys.
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Region shares new story for Sandwell
Young people, industry and leaders share how together they’re Making It Sandwell.
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Armed Forces Day 2025
Sandwell Council is inviting residents and people from further afield to join Sandwell’s annual Armed Forces Day on Saturday 28 June 2025 from 10.45am to 4pm at the Civic Square, Oldbury.
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Children to breathe easier as schools help tackle pollution on Clean Air Day
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker went back to school to announce a new education programme that will help thousands more schoolchildren improve the air quality where they live.
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A letter to the Consul General of India
Dear Dr. M. Venkatachalam IFS,
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New housing planned for Grafton Lodge site
Sandwell Council has announced the sale of the Grafton Lodge site for the creation of much needed housing.
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Wrights Bridge reopens after major repairs
Waterways charity Canal & River Trust, working in partnership with Sandwell Council, has reopened the 129-year-old Wrights Bridge after extensive repairs.
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Forge Mill Farm’s “Farming Fortnight”
Forge Mill Farm has proudly wrapped up a hugely successful “Farming Fortnight,” welcoming over 880 participants from 41 groups to the farm in the last two weeks.