Tenants making a difference
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Tenant Leaseholder and Scrutiny Group - Your Neighbourhood Needs You
Sandwell Council are currently recruting tenants and leaseholders to be part of the Tenant Leaseholder Scrutiny Group (TLSG) to ensure better quality in the delivery of housing services. Support, Induction and training will be provided if you are successful. So if you are passionate about your neighbourhood and can represent the interests of fellow tenants and leaseholders, then please get in touch with us to find out more.
Email: Comm_Partnerships@sandwell.gov.uk
Call: 0121 569 2537 (If there is no answer to your call, then please leave a message and a member of our team will contact you as soon as possible)
Visit the tenants leaseholders scrutiny group page
Help Shape Sandwell’s Housing Policies – Public Consultation Opens Mid-August
Sandwell Council is updating two important housing policies — and we want your input. Whether it’s tackling damp and mould or managing trees on council land, your feedback will help us deliver services that reflect the real needs of our communities.
Damp, Mould and Condensation Policy
Everyone deserves a safe, dry, and healthy home. This draft policy sets out how we will:
• Act quickly on reports of damp and mould, with clear timeframes.
• Take full responsibility — no blame on tenants and leaseholders.
• Prioritise urgent risks under Awaab’s Law and improve energy efficiency where needed.
• Support vulnerable tenants and leaseholders and communicate clearly at every step.
Tree Policy
Trees enhance our communities and contribute to a greener Sandwell. This updated policy will:
• Outline how we manage, inspect and maintain trees on individual council housing properties.
• Clarify that the Council handles dead, dying or diseased trees, while healthy tree maintenance is usually the tenant’s responsibility.
• Promote safe and sustainable tree planting.
• Allow for exceptions where tenants and leaseholders may need additional support.
Online
Visit https://consultationhub.sandwell.gov.uk/
Please Note: The public online consultation is due to close for the damp, mould and condensation policy on 26th September and the Tree Policy is also due to close on 30th September 2025, so we want to hear from you as soon as possible.
Your voice. Your neighbourhood. Your Sandwell.
Sandwell Herald
The Sandwell Herald is the council's own newspaper for residents and businesses across the six towns of Sandwell. The Herald is distributed free of charge to households across Sandwell, plus more than 8,000 businesses, and covers news from the council, partner organisations and our communities.
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We're always looking to improve the Herald and make it as helpful as possible for residents and businesses. If you have any feedback, please email us at marketing_publicity@sandwell.gov.uk or write to us at Sandwell Herald, Communications Unit, Sandwell Council House, Oldbury, B69 3DE.
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