Sandwell residents to receive new recycling (blue) bags ahead of bin collection changes
Sandwell Council is gearing up to deliver brand new blue recycling bags to households across the borough from Monday 26 August, ahead of upcoming bin collection changes starting 15 September 2025.
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£200,000 heritage grant for Bromwich Hall welcomed
Sandwell Council has welcomed a £200,000 heritage grant to fund essential repairs at Bromwich Hall that will help preserve the historic Grade I listed building for future generations.
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Protecting the public purse: Sandwell Council tackles fraud
A joint statement from Councillor Paul Moore and Councillor Liam Preece on Sandwell Council's Annual Counter Fraud Report for 2025:
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Road improvement works start in Cradley Heath
Work is under way to improve road safety and walking and cycling routes in Cradley Heath.
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Road safety operation targets dangerous drivers in Wednesbury and West Bromwich
A total of 60 motorists have been stopped by the Police for a number of traffic offences as part of a targeted operation.
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Stay safe this summer – please don’t swim in open water
Sandwell Council is reminding people of the dangers of open water – and urging them to only swim in supervised swimming pools.
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Sandwell welcomes West Midlands Growth Plan
The Mayor of the West Midlands Richard Parker has launched the region’s new growth plan.
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Summer vaccinations – use the summer to get your children up to date with their vaccinations
The Public Health team at Sandwell Council is urging families to use the summer break to check that children’s vaccinations are up to date.
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West Bromwich convenience store closed down over illegal tobacco and vape sales
A West Bromwich shop which sold vapes to children, illegal cigarettes and counterfeit goods has been closed down by Sandwell Council.
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Sandwell’s parks gain another national Green Flag Award
Sandwell is proud to announce that in the latest national Green Flag Awards, 15 of our parks and green spaces have once again been recognised as well managed.
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Sandwell Council launches new stop smoking service
Sandwell Council is proud to launch Stop For Life Sandwell, a new community stop smoking service designed to help people quit and live healthier lives.