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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 …

About the council’s budget for 2026/27 – how Council Tax helps fund a huge range of services Read More »

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 …

Work to build brand-new Haden Hill Leisure Centre set to begin next month Read More »

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 »

Sandwell Council has been shortlisted for Campaign of the Year at the 2026 Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Awards for its impactful men’s mental health campaign, You ok, mate? This national recognition reflects Sandwell’s commitment to being a caring, community‑focused council that puts residents’ wellbeing at the heart of everything it does. It also comes at …

Sandwell shortlisted for Campaign of the Year for powerful men’s mental health initiative Read More »

A major new Learning Campus is set to open on the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital site, marking a significant milestone in the regeneration of Smethwick and the wider Sandwell area. The campus will expand access to education, training, and professional development for residents of all ages, helping local people gain the skills needed for future …

New Learning Campus set to transform skills across Sandwell Read More »