Fire safety warning after a series of fires across Sandwell and the West Midlands
Sadly, we have seen more fires in Sandwell and across the West Midlands over the past week, including some devastating scenes yesterday.
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Shop local in Tipton: Improvement works to Owen Street public spaces are now complete
Work to improve public spaces in Owen Street in Tipton has now finished, delivered through government funding to make a safer, brighter and more convenient town centre.
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New Cabinet Member for Children and Families
Councillor Matt Lloyd has been appointed Cabinet Member for Children and Families, replacing Councillor Mona Khurana.
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Sandwell congratulates students on results and reminds young people support is available
Sandwell is congratulating students across the borough who received their A Level, T Level & BTEC results last week and wishing the very best of luck to those collecting their GCSE results this week.
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Tributes paid to Lord Peter Snape of Wednesbury
Tributes have been paid to Peter Snape, the Right Honourable Lord Snape of Wednesbury, who has died at the age of 84.
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Sandwell launches free parking and free market stall pilot in Wednesbury and Great Bridge to boost town centres
Residents, visitors and traders are set to benefit from a major new initiative aimed at boosting footfall, supporting local businesses and strengthening town centres in Wednesbury and Great Bridge.
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An update from the Leader of the Council
Welcome back to my Leader's Update. I’ll be using this blog to share more about who I am, what matters to me, and the work we are doing to make Sandwell a better place for everyone.
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Six shops closed in Cradley Heath over the sale of illegal goods
Two more Cradley Heath convenience stores have been ordered to close following continued action by Sandwell Council to tackle shops selling illegal goods.
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Black Country councils unite to establish regional fostering hub
Four Black Country councils are joining forces to establish a regional fostering hub that will transform how foster carers are recruited, supported and retained across the region.
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Council approves ambitious Best Start in Life Plan for Sandwell children
Sandwell Council's Cabinet has approved a Best Start in Life Plan.