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New research highlights financial challenges faced by older noncitizens in the West Midlands
A study by experts at Aston University has been released as part of the UK’s Talk Money week (6-11 November), offering critical insights into the financial wellbeing of older noncitizens in the West Midlands. The study...2023-11-10 2773 0 -
Government drive to phase out smoking and tackle youth vaping attracts large response
Over 12,000 responses have been received as part of the government’s consultation on plans to create a smokefree generation and crack down on youth vaping – the most significant public health intervention in a generation. The Prime Minister...2023-11-08 2103 0 -
Next generation of clean air leaders grows strong at Birmingham
Growing numbers of future environmental leaders are coming to the University of Birmingham as the McCall McBain Clean Air Fellows programme goes from strength to strength. Five young environmental scientists –from the UK, Kosovo, and North...2023-10-30 7023 0 -
Project Solar UK Shines a Light on Birmingham’s Winter Preparedness and the Benefits of Solar Energy
Project Solar UK, the nation’s leading installer and retailer of solar panels, has conducted research in Birmingham to uncover how residents have traditionally prepared their homes for the winter season. The findings reveal that Brummies are...2023-10-29 5780 0 -
PAW-SOME PUMPKIN PLAY FOR PARK’S BABIES…
For Sumatran tiger cub, Lestari, red panda cub, Lushan and meerkat pup, Lily, this is the first time they have experienced pumpkins and there were mixed reactions to the large, seasonal fruits! Lushan and Lestari...2023-10-26 4959 0 -
SAFARI PARK TREATS GUESTS TO A SPOOKTACULAR TIME…
From 21 October until 5 November, families will be able to meet Mitzy Monster, an adorable but cheeky monster character, who will be out and about for the first week, then will be hosting a brand-new...2023-10-20 4684 0 -
Sandwell Council reopens Coffee Crèm
Sandwell Council has reopened the café at the Sandwell Valley crematorium. The reopening follows feedback received from visitors, families attending services and other stakeholders who have missed the café which unfortunately had to close when the...2023-10-12 10069 0 -
Sandwell Valley presented with part of Platinum Jubilee sculpture
Deputy Lieutenant of the West Midlands Gurpreet Bhatia presented the Mayor of Sandwell Cllr Bill Gavan with a pot that was part of the Tree of Trees sculpture at Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee The 21-metre...2023-10-10 7033 0 -
Illegal vapes and tobacco seized in police and council raids in Sandwell
More than £20,000 worth of illegal vapes and tobacco were seized from two shops in Tipton in a joint operation by Sandwell Council and Sandwell Police. As part of Sandwell’s Safer 6 campaign (#Safer6) and the...2023-10-07 6844 0 -
New qualifications to deliver world class education for all
A new qualification for 16-19 year olds will put technical and academic education on an equal footing and ensure that all young people leave school knowing the basics in maths and English, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has...2023-10-04 3986 0
