https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sat, 19 Sep 2026 04:45:53 +0000 Sat, 19 Sep 2026 04:45:53 +0000 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/841/sandwell-council-returns-to-clean-up-forge-lane-as-fly-tipping-crackdown-continues Sandwell Council has returned to a notorious fly-tipping hotspot at Forge Lane and Park Lane after more illegally dumped waste appeared just weeks after a major enforcement and clean-up operation. Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:03:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/840/success-for-smethwick-advice-centre-pilot Hundreds of people in need of help and support have benefited from a pilot free advice centre set up by Sandwell Council. Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:06:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/839/jack-and-the-beanstalk-comes-to-west-bromwich-town-hall-this-december Touring Pantos return for a third year to West Bromwich Town Hall. This year they will perform a GIANT fun-filled pantomime of Jack and the Beanstalk on Monday 21 and Tuesday 22 December. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:34:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/838/sandwell-council-fraud-investigations-protect-more-than-4-million-of-public-money Fraudsters prosecuted, 42 council homes recovered, and hundreds of fraudulent claims stopped as Council steps up fight against economic crime. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:32:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/837/sandwell-businesses-donate-life-saving-bleed-control-kits-and-defibrillator-to-boost-safety Sandwell Council has thanked local businesses for donating bleed control kits and a defibrillator to help save lives. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:18:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/836/explore-sandwell-valley-your-way-with-new-tramper-mobility-scooter Introduction of a new all-terrain mobility scooter available to hire at Sandwell Valley Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:13:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/835/sandwell-council-launches-crackdown-on-forge-lane-fly-tipping-hotspot-with-offenders-identified Major enforcement operation to tackle persistent fly-tipping Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:30:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/834/sandwell-council-launches-new-bsl-video-series-to-improve-access-to-key-council-services Sandwell Council has launched a new series of British Sign Language (BSL) videos to help residents access important information about council services more easily. Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:54:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/830/new-single-phone-number-live-for-majority-of-sandwell-council-services A single telephone number for most Sandwell Council services has gone live, making it easier for residents to get in touch by phone when they need to. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:21:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/833/volunteers-help-bring-sandwell-s-history-to-life-at-local-archives A report has highlighted how local volunteers are playing a vital role in protecting and sharing Sandwell’s rich history, giving their time to help uncover stories that connect residents to their past Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:39:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/832/new-school-year-check-your-superheroes-are-up-to-date-with-vaccinations Parents and carers are being urged to check their children are up to date with vaccinations as they prepare for the new school year starting in September. Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:36:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/831/-bus-gate-going-live-in-blackheath-town-centre-to-boost-shoppers-safety A ‘bus gate’ goes live in Blackheath from Tuesday 1 September, aimed at helping bus passengers and other pedestrians feel safer when shopping in the town centre. Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:14:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/829/shop-local-in-tipton-improvement-works-to-owen-street-public-spaces-are-now-complete Work to improve public spaces in Owen Street in Tipton has now finished, delivered through government funding to make a safer, brighter and more convenient town centre. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:22:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/828/new-cabinet-member-for-children-and-families Councillor Matt Lloyd has been appointed Cabinet Member for Children and Families, replacing Councillor Mona Khurana. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:35:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/827/sandwell-congratulates-students-on-results-and-reminds-young-people-support-is-available Sandwell is congratulating students across the borough who received their A Level, T Level & BTEC results last week and wishing the very best of luck to those collecting their GCSE results this week. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:40:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/826/tributes-paid-to-lord-peter-snape-of-wednesbury Tributes have been paid to Peter Snape, the Right Honourable Lord Snape of Wednesbury, who has died at the age of 84. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:30:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/825/fire-safety-warning-after-a-series-of-fires-across-sandwell-and-the-west-midlands Sadly, we have seen more fires in Sandwell and across the West Midlands over the past week, including some devastating scenes yesterday. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:39:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/824/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. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:44:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/823/an-update-from-the-leader-of-the-council Welcome back to my Leader's Update. I’ll be using this blog to share more about who I am, what matters to me, and the work we are doing to make Sandwell a better place for everyone. Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0100 https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/news/article/822/six-shops-closed-in-cradley-heath-over-the-sale-of-illegal-goods Two more Cradley Heath convenience stores have been ordered to close following continued action by Sandwell Council to tackle shops selling illegal goods. 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