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Sandwell Council among UK Top Apprenticeship Employers

Sandwell Council has been recognised as one of the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers 2025 – one of only four local authorities nationally to achieve this ranking. And the council is now proud to announce a bold new 100 Apprentices by 2027 programme following the launch of the Making It Sandwell campaign, which features young people across Sandwell …

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£200,000 heritage grant for Bromwich Hall welcomed

Sandwell Council has welcomed a £200,000 heritage grant to fund essential repairs at Bromwich Hall that will help preserve the historic Grade I listed building for future generations. Today’s announcement paves the way for Bromwich Hall – also once known as the Manor House – to be removed from Historic England’s Heritage at Risk Register once works …

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Protecting the public purse: Sandwell Council tackles fraud

A joint statement from Councillor Paul Moore and Councillor Liam Preece on Sandwell Council’s Annual Counter Fraud Report for 2025:   We are proud to sign off Sandwell Council’s Audit and Risk Assurance Committee’s Annual Counter Fraud Report for 2025. The report highlights how the council actively pursued 194 cases of those who misuse the public’s …

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UK Youth Ambassador Zaf gets his 50th National Honour

Oceanic Awards has proudly announced the winners for the 12th edition of the British Muslim Awards 2025. The British Muslim Awards 2025 is one of the most prestigious events in the British Muslim community, recognizing and celebrating the achievements and contributions of British Muslims in various fields. By showcasing the achievements of these remarkable individuals …

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Road safety operation targets dangerous drivers in Wednesbury and West Bromwich

A total of 60 motorists have been stopped by the Police for a number of traffic offences as part of a targeted operation. As part of a Multi-Agency Road Safety Operation (MARSO) Enforcement Officers attended looking for vehicles used to collect scrap and transport waste. During the operations which took place in Wednesbury and West …

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Stay safe this summer – please don’t swim in open water

Sandwell Council is reminding people of the dangers of open water – and urging them to only swim in supervised swimming pools. The warning comes as part of World Drowning Prevention Day (Friday 25 July), which helps to highlight the tragic and profound impact of drowning on families and communities and offer life-saving solutions to …

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Sandwell residents’ views sought for council’s annual survey

Sandwell Council is seeking the views of residents to help shape council services. Our 2025 residents’ survey is now open and people living in the borough are being urged to complete the survey by 1 August 2025. Last year’s survey revealed that residents’ priorities included improving parks and green spaces, feeling safe in their neighbourhood – …

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West Bromwich convenience store closed down over illegal tobacco and vape sales

A West Bromwich shop which sold vapes to children, illegal cigarettes and counterfeit goods has been closed down by Sandwell Council. Sklep Europa in Carters Green was subjected to a 48-hour closure order on Monday (14 July). At a court hearing on Wednesday (16 July), Wolverhampton magistrates court ordered the premises to be closed for …

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