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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High Court extends street racing injunction to 2027
The High Court has agreed that an injunction banning street racing across parts of the Black Country should continue.
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Unlocking new skills and career potential, The Sandwell Colleges launch Cradley Heath Skills Campus
New skills and opportunities are set to be unlocked as The Sandwell Colleges officially opened their highly-anticipated Cradley Heath Skills Campus on Monday 2 March.
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Hundreds of Sandwell children inspired by Alexander Armstrong’s visit to West Bromwich Town Hall
More than 300 children from schools across Sandwell enjoyed a special visit from actor, comedian, presenter and author Alexander Armstrong.
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Sandwell Council invests significant funding to tackle fly-tipping and make recycling easier
Sandwell Council is investing in helping residents recycle and dispose of waste properly, while taking tough action against fly-tipping and illegal waste dumping.
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Street racing review hearing to be held tomorrow
The annual review of the existing High Court injunction which bans street racing in the region will take place tomorrow (Thursday 26 February 2026).
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New balanced budget prioritises a cleaner, greener and safer Sandwell
Sandwell Council’s balanced budget for 2026/2027 has been approved by full council.
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Tree of Life installation comes to Sandwell to promote road safety
A powerful road safety installation, the Tree of Life, visited Sandwell College in West Bromwich and Sandwell Council House in Oldbury this February.
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Sandwell welcomes extra funding to tackle the causes of poverty
Sandwell Council has been awarded a further £27million in its 3-year financial settlement from the Government.
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Sandwell Council seeks new volunteers for school admissions appeal panels
Sandwell Council is seeking volunteers to serve on school admission appeal panels, as the service prepares for its busiest period in the coming months.
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Knitting with love
Getting together, having a natter over a cuppa and a cake while knitting hats, scarfs or cuddly toys for good causes…what could be better?