Sandwell Council is continuing to make strong and measurable progress on its Housing Improvement Plan. This plan was launched in response to the C3 regulatory judgement, with a clear focus on improving housing services and delivering better outcomes for tenants. A key priority within the Housing Improvement Plan is tackling outstanding repairs. By working closely …
On Sunday 8 March, residents, families and communities came together to celebrate the transformation of Britannia Park at special free open day showcasing the park’s extensive new improvements. The improvements have been made possible through grant funding of over £3million from the UK Government’s Towns Fund, with additional funding from Sandwell Council, the Lawn Tennis …
Sandwell Council is delighted to announce it has been awarded nearly £300,000 from the West Midlands Combined Authority’s Cultural and Creative Investment Programme. The funding will support and upgrade cultural and heritage infrastructure across Sandwell, with the aim of increasing cultural activity and participation for residents of all ages. Investment will be directed towards …
Sandwell Council has been shortlisted in the ‘Most Improved Council’ category at this year’s Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Awards. Leader of Sandwell Council, Councillor Kerrie Carmichael said: “We’re really proud of the improvements we’ve made in recent years, and it’s fantastic to be shortlisted for this prestigious award. “We’re delighted that our adult social care …
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The peer team, made up of senior councillors and officers from other councils across the UK, visited Sandwell in January 2026. A Local Government Association peer review team have found that Sandwell Council has been through a “remarkable and profound transformation”. They spoke to more than 200 council officers, residents, businesses, and representatives of …
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Adult Social Care leaders at the council have committed to listening to people with lived experience and continuing to improve services to build on its ‘Good’ rating following an assessment by the CQC The Care Quality Commission assessment provides assurance to the Department of Health and Social Care regarding the performance of local authorities and …
The council has signed the Young Carers Covenant to mark Young Carers Action Day today, strengthening its commitment to improving support and opportunities for young carers and young adult carers. There are estimated to be one million young carers in the UK and more than 600,000 young adult carers, many of whom face challenges that …
Sandwell Council has helped turn dozens of abandoned properties into homes as part of a major push to tackle empty properties across the borough. The announcement comes as councils across the country mark National Empty Homes Week (9-15 March) – demonstrating the work being done to bring wasted empty properties back into use. The work …
Residents are being thanked by Sandwell Council after recycling a record amount of quality paper, card and food waste since the borough’s new waste and recycling service launched last September. In just a few months, residents have increased the amount of paper and card recycled, while cutting non-recycling grey bin (residual) waste by around 16% …
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Staff and pupils at an Oldbury primary school are celebrating a very positive Ofsted inspection report, while also looking forward to moving to a brand-new building for the future. Causeway Green Primary School has received ‘Expected standard’ gradings in all areas following an inspection in January 2026. This marks significant progress for the school over …
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