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Sandwell Remembrance Sunday 2026: Seven Parades and Services
Sandwell will host seven Remembrance parades and services on 8 November 2026, with a two-minute silence at 11am. Road closures in place.
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Latest West Bromwich council news, planning applications, housing proposals, public-service decisions and regeneration updates.
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Newest firstSandwell Council Approves Three-Year SEND Strategy 2026-2029
Sandwell Council has approved a new strategy to improve support for children and young people with SEND, backed by £3.3 million in Department for…
15 New Council Homes Coming to Tipton Town Centre by Early 2028
Sandwell Council has started work on 15 affordable apartments in Tipton town centre, converting a historic 1919 flour mill and building new homes on…
Sandwell Council Launches Budget Consultation Until November 2026
Sandwell Council is asking residents and businesses for feedback on its draft budget strategy. The consultation runs until 25 November 2026.
Sandwell Council Awareness Stand on Modern Slavery, 12 October
Sandwell Council hosts anti-slavery awareness stand outside Oldbury Council House on 12 October. Learn to spot signs of exploitation and how to report…
Sandwell Council Shortlisted for National Play Award
Sandwell Council has been shortlisted for a Play England Award, recognising its work to improve children's play opportunities across the borough through…
11 Sandwell Shops Closed in Crackdown on Illegal Goods
Sandwell Council and West Midlands Police have closed 11 shops across Cradley Heath and Smethwick for selling illicit tobacco, nitrous oxide and…
Sandwell Council Plans HMO Planning Rules Change
Sandwell Council proposes requiring planning permission for small shared houses (3–6 people), currently allowed without approval. Cabinet votes 14 October.
New affordable council homes in Hawes Lane, Rowley Regis
Sandwell Council has delivered 15 new affordable council homes at Hawes Lane, Rowley Regis, with energy-efficient features including heat pumps and solar…
Sandwell Council steps up enforcement action against fly tippers with latest arrest
Sandwell Council has issued a warrant for a fly-tipper who failed to attend court. The council is intensifying enforcement at hotspots including Forge…
Sandwell Children's Trust welcomes 'Good' inspection rating for Youth Justice Service
Sandwell Youth Justice Service has been awarded a 'Good' rating by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Probation, with inspectors praising innovative practice…
New agility course opens at Sandwell Valley Dog Park
Sandwell Valley Dog Park has opened a new agility field called Timber Trail, featuring obstacles and sensory equipment. Bookable for £8.50 per hour.
Sandwell Council returns to clean up Forge Lane as fly-tipping crackdown continues
Sandwell Council has returned to Forge Lane to remove illegally dumped waste just three weeks after a major clean-up operation removed 17.2 tonnes of…
Success for Smethwick Advice Centre pilot
Sandwell Council's free advice centre in Smethwick has helped over 200 residents with benefits, money and employment issues since July launch.
Sandwell Council launches crackdown on Forge Lane fly-tipping hotspot with offenders identified
Sandwell Council has launched an enforcement operation at Forge Lane and Park Lane, removing fly-tipped waste and identifying offenders through evidence…
Sandwell Council fraud investigations protect more than £4 million of public money
Sandwell Council's Counter Fraud Unit completed 281 investigations and secured 29 prosecutions during 2025/26, recovering 42 council properties from…
Jack and the Beanstalk comes to West Bromwich Town Hall this December
Touring Pantos returns to West Bromwich Town Hall 21-22 December with Jack and the Beanstalk. Reduced ticket prices from £7-£10, under 2s free.
Sandwell Council Launches New BSL Video Series to Improve Access to Key Council Services
Sandwell Council has launched BSL videos covering elections, benefits, housing and council tax to help Deaf residents access key services independently.
Sandwell businesses donate life-saving bleed control kits and defibrillator to boost safety
Four businesses have donated life-saving equipment to Sandwell, including seven bleed control kits and a defibrillator, installed across the borough's…
Explore Sandwell Valley your way with new Tramper mobility scooter
Sandwell Valley Country Park now offers Tramper all-terrain mobility scooter hire at £2.50 per session, making more of the park accessible to visitors…