Sandwell Stands Against Violence Towards Women and Girls: 16 Days of Action begins
Sandwell Council, in partnership with West Midlands Police and Black Country Women’s Aid, has launched a powerful new campaign – Sandwell Stands Against Violence Towards Women and Girls.
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Council crackdown on fraudulent Right to Buy applications protects £750,000 of public funds
Sandwell Council has successfully prevented a number of fraudulent Right to Buy applications.
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Garden waste collection charges remain frozen for 2026
Sandwell Council has confirmed that the cost for garden waste collections will remain frozen at £40 for 2026, the same price as this year, giving residents good value for money for the 20 collections.
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Targeted operation tackles untaxed and suspected abandoned vehicles in Smethwick
A targeted operation was carried out early on 6 November to tackle the growing issue of untaxed and suspected abandoned vehicles causing disruption to traffic flow and local businesses in Smethwick.
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Free Sandwell Christmas lights switch-on events starting from Friday 14 November!
The countdown has begun for our annual Sandwell Christmas lights switch-on events.
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Sandwell Council’s SHAPE Anti-Bullying Week roadshow is back
Sandwell’s annual roadshow for Anti-Bullying Week is now under way and is travelling to 10 schools across the borough.
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New monument honours the Black Country’s Second World War reserved occupation workers
A stunning new sculpture honouring Black Country workers who carried out reserved occupations during the Second World War has been unveiled in Sandwell.
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Sandwell Council marks the final day of Youth Work Week 2025
As Youth Work Week 2025 draws to a close, Sandwell Council is celebrating the dedication and impact of youth workers who support young people across the borough every day.
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Artwork by 200 young people goes on display
More than 200 young people have worked together on a community art project, which has been unveiled by youth workers in Sandwell.
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Sandwell youth service celebrated nationally for innovative volunteer programme
Sandwell's Youth Service has been shortlisted for a national award.
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Young people’s artwork unveiled at Sandwell Valley Crematorium courtyard
Sandwell Council has officially unveiled a new piece of artwork created by local young people, now proudly displayed in the courtyard at Café Crem, Sandwell Valley Crematorium.