Former Outdoor Market Site works Sandwell Council have started remediation works at the Former Outdoor Market Site in Wednesbury town centre as part of ongoing efforts to prepare the land for future uses as highlighted in the Wednesbury Town Centre Masterplan. These works are scheduled for four weeks and will focus on stabilising shallow mine …
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Sandwell Council is entering Smethwick into the first ever UK Town of Culture competition, celebrating the town’s vibrant and cohesive community, rich heritage and growing arts and culture scene. Made 50 years ago from six proud towns, the borough of Sandwell is a place built on making things happen. It’s where industry met innovation, and …
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A community drop-in event was held on Wednesday 18 March at the Friar Park Millennium Centre for residents to find out more about the Friar Park Pride in Place programme. At the event where residents were able to offer their views and find out about joining the board, Cllr Peter Hughes, Cabinet Member for Regeneration …
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Sandwell’s recent “Good” rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) has highlighted the strength and sustainability of the borough’s adult social care market. The report recognised the council’s long‑term investment and commitment to high‑quality services. Building on this achievement, the council is committing £10.2 million to adult social care external providers for 2026–2027, more than £600,000 …
Sandwell Council is celebrating the success of Q3 Academy Langley after the school was officially named a Lead Hub School by the Department for Education (DfE). The school has ben named for its exceptional work in behaviour and attendance; an achievement that strongly reflects the principles of Child Friendly Sandwell, where children feel safe, are supported to …
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Sandwell Council is continuing its transformation of Sandwell Valley into a more dog-friendly destination. Just in time for the Easter weekend, a brand-new dog park will open, alongside the return of popular land train rides, giving visitors and their four-legged companions even more reason to explore and enjoy the area. The dedicated space will provide …
New dog park and land train coming to Sandwell Valley this Easter Weekend. Read More »
Your Council Tax helps fund a huge range of services. From supporting children and young people, to keeping our roads safe, tackling anti-social behaviour and caring for older, disabled and vulnerable residents. Did you know almost two thirds of our budget is spent on Adult Social Care and Children’s Services and Education? Watch our video …
Construction of the brand-new Haden Hill Leisure Centre is set to begin by the end of April, as work continues to demolish the old building. Demolition work at the former Haden Hill Leisure Centre began in September 2025 and is expected to be complete in the coming weeks. The new £24million centre in Barrs Road …
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Sandwell Council has welcomed the recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment, which recognises the progress the council is making in supporting residents who provide unpaid care for loved ones. The findings reinforce Sandwell’s ongoing commitment to being a caring council; one that listens to carers, invests in support services, and continues to improve outcomes. The …
Award-winning Chairman Mohammed Jahangir has been honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award in Wakefield, recognising his outstanding contribution to the global humanitarian sector. Previously decorated by the Right Honourable Gordon Brown MP, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, in recognition of his contribution as a social worker and community leader, Mohammed Jahangir has dedicated over …
From Wakefield to the World: Charity Chairman Inspires Generations Read More »
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