Couples were introduced to Sandwell Valley’s countryside licensed ceremony and reception facilities. Couples from Sandwell and beyond explored the possibilities of their perfect wedding day on Sunday 22 February at the Wedding Showcase at Sandwell Valley Visitor Centre, where they toured the venue dressed at its best for a ceremony and reception, met the friendly …
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Sandwell Council’s fraud team has stopped fraud and error to the value of over £800k. The team has also stopped 24 people from fraudulently using a parking Blue Badge – meant to help residents who have a disability – and have successfully prosecuted 13 of those people in court. The figures have been released in …
The High Court has agreed that an injunction banning street racing across parts of the Black Country should continue. The decision follows a review hearing in Birmingham on Thursday (26 February 2026) where the City of Wolverhampton Council, Sandwell Council and Walsall Council applied for the injunction – along with the associated power of arrest …
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More than 300 children from schools across Sandwell enjoyed a special visit from actor, comedian, presenter and author Alexander Armstrong. The event, held at West Bromwich Town Hall and Central Library on Thursday 12 February, saw him launch his brand-new book, Evenfall: The Tempest Stone. During the event, Alexander captivated young audiences with readings and stories …
Sandwell Council is investing in helping residents recycle and dispose of waste properly, while taking tough action against fly-tipping and illegal waste dumping. The investment will support a range of practical measures designed to help residents do the right thing, including pop-up recycling hubs, additional street bins and an expansion of the Recycling Support Officer …
Sandwell Council’s balanced budget for 2026/2027 has been approved by full council. The total net budget of £464.48million is spent on providing services to residents of Sandwell – things that all of us come across in our day-to-day lives. From looking after children in care, making sure your roads are safe, stopping anti-social behaviour, and …
New balanced budget prioritises a cleaner, greener and safer Sandwell Read More »
A powerful road safety installation, the Tree of Life, visited Sandwell College in West Bromwich and Sandwell Council House in Oldbury this February. This has offered students and members of the public a chance to reflect on the devastating impact of road collisions and make a personal pledge to be a safer road user. The …
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Sandwell Council has been awarded a further £27million in its 3-year financial settlement from the Government. Leader of the Council Cllr Kerrie Carmichael said: “This additional funding will make a real difference to people in Sandwell. We want to deliver a great future for Sandwell, where everyone can be proud to call this their home. …
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Councillor Suzanne Hartwell has visited Bromwich Hall ahead of the completion of vital conservation works part-funded by Historic England. Bromwich Hall is a Grade I listed, timber-framed manor house located in the Hateley Heath ward and operated by Sandwell Council as a public museum. Following a visit by Historic England in August 2024, Bromwich Hall …
Sandwell Council is seeking volunteers to serve on school admission appeal panels, as the service prepares for its busiest period in the coming months. The council is seeking to increase its pool of trained panel members to ensure every family’s case is heard fairly and efficiently. Full training will be given, and volunteers can give as much or as little time as possible. Sandwell …
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