Sandwell Council has launched a new online application process to give residents a quicker, easier and more convenient way to apply for a Blue Badge. The new service, which went live on 10 November, allows people to complete their application online at a time that suits them via the MySandwell portal, removing the need for paper …
Sandwell residents are recycling more and putting less in their grey bins since the introduction of the new Alternate Weekly Collection (AWC) waste service. Since the service went live on 15 September, there has been a significant reduction in the amount of residual waste collected and the amounts of food waste and paper and card …
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Families are invited to enjoy a magical, musical, festive performance of Sleeping Beauty at West Bromwich Town Hall from Friday 19 December through to Tuesday 23 December. Our newly improved West Bromwich Town Hall opens its doors for Touring Pantos to deliver more family entertainment, after the success of their performances last year. This time …
Sleeping Beauty comes to West Bromwich Town Hall this Christmas Read More »
More than 500 young people took part in the Sandwell SEND Careers Event at The Hawthorns. The event brought together young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), their parents, schools and employers for a day of inspiration, opportunity and support. The event was organised by Connexions and the Specialist Employment Team. The event …
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Sandwell Trading Standards is urging parents and carers to be on high alert this Christmas after seizing large numbers of counterfeit toys that could put children’s safety at risk. Sandwell Trading Standards is urging parents and carers to be on high alert this Christmas after seizing large numbers of counterfeit toys that could put children’s …
Sandwell Trading Standards Warns Families About Dangerous Fake Toys This Christmas Read More »
A major milestone has been achieved in the delivery of services for children and families in Sandwell. For over a decade Children’s Services in Sandwell were rated inadequate. Today, for the first time, they have been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted – a transformation that reflects years of determination and improvement. Sandwell Children’s Trust was established …
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Four Sandwell schools are celebrating after scooping awards. Wood Green Academy in Wednesbury is the first Sandwell secondary school to achieve the Gold UNICEF Rights Respecting Schools Award. The award is a recognition of the school’s commitment to students’ rights and wellbeing. Headteacher James Topham said: “At Wood Green Academy, we remain committed to ensuring …
Join the Reclaim the Night Walk in Oldbury on Monday (8 December) as Sandwell stands together against violence towards women and girls. As part of the 16 Days of Action against Gender-Based Violence, the Safer Sandwell Partnership with Black Country Women’s Aid, Sandwell Council and West Midlands Police are holding the evening walk. The aim …
Shoppers will be able to park for free at Sandwell Council’s town centre car parks on all Saturdays in December. Time limits on short stay car parks still apply. Sunday parking is already free in the council’s town centre car parks. Go to our parking webpage for details of council car parks in Sandwell. Free …
Sandwell Council continues to lead the way in maintaining roads and tackling potholes, according to the latest National Highways & Transport (NHT) Public Satisfaction Survey. Sandwell is ranked among the top three or four local authorities nationally for the condition of its highway network and the council’s approach to pothole prevention. The borough also features …
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