Sandwell’s annual Christmas Lights Switch-On events are set to return this November, bringing festive entertainment, sparkling lights and seasonal celebrations to town centres across the borough. This year will also see the launch of a brand-new event, Christmas at Sandwell Aquatics Centre in Smethwick, offering even more seasonal fun for residents and visitors. From 13 …
Sandwell Council is celebrating National Youth Work Week by recognising the dedicated youth workers and support staff who make a positive difference to the lives of young people across the borough. This year’s theme, Where Futures Begin, recognises that every young person’s journey is influenced by the relationships they build, the environments they feel part …
Sandwell Council is making changes to some bin collections next month as part of its review of the Alternate Weekly Collections system, where waste and recycling bins are collected on different weeks. Some residents will have a new collection day, and some may see a change to which bins are collected each week. The changes …
On Sunday 8 November 2026, Sandwell will host services and parades across the borough to mark Remembrance Sunday. People of all cultures, faiths and backgrounds will join together to pay their respects and commemorate the service and sacrifice of our fallen heroes. Seven parades will take place across Sandwell. Those wishing to watch the parades are …
Major construction milestones have been achieved at the new £24million Haden Hill Leisure Centre, with significant progress made across the Barrs Road site. Construction of the new facility began in May 2026 following the demolition of the former leisure centre, and the new site is expected to open in autumn 2027. Recent months have seen …
One year to go as new Haden Hill Leisure Centre reaches major construction milestones Read More »
The council has approved a new three-year strategy to improve support and outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Alternative Provision (AP). The Sandwell SEND and Alternative Provision Strategy 2026-2029 sets out how the council and its partners will deliver earlier intervention, greater inclusion, improved communication with families …
From empowering women and helping older people embrace technology to offering free business advice and launching an innovative community discount card, Desire Community Hub is proving that community centres can be a powerful force for change. Desire Community Hub (DCH) has been named Community Observer’s Best Community Centre 2026, recognising four years of community work, …
DCH partner with Yardley Library to offer their community services Read More »
Residents, businesses and community groups across Sandwell are being invited to have their say on budget proposals that will help shape the future of council services. Sandwell Council has launched a public consultation on its draft Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS), which sets out how the council plans to balance its budget while continuing to invest …
Sandwell residents invited to have their say on council budget plans Read More »
Work has started on the development of 15 new affordable council homes as part of Tipton town centre’s continued regeneration, which is supported by government funding. Leader of Sandwell Council, Councillor Ray Nock – alongside representatives from contractor McPhillips, council officers and other councillors – attended a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of initial …
Groundbreaking ceremony for much-needed new homes in Tipton town centre Read More »
Sandwell Council’s crackdown on the sale of illegal goods has reached another milestone, with 11 shops now closed across two towns in the borough The latest closure is Ranya Express in Smethwick, following a joint operation involving Sandwell Council, West Midlands Police and other partner agencies. The action followed complaints relating to the sale of …
Council crackdown on illegal goods reaches 11 shop closures across Sandwell Read More »
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