Positive results from the first two months of Alternate Weekly Collections
Sandwell residents are recycling more and putting less in their grey bins since the introduction of the new Alternate Weekly Collection (AWC) waste service.
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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.