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Sandwell businesses are aiming for GOLD

Over four years, a funding programme has helped 92 businesses in Sandwell with face-to-face support and, in many cases, grant funding.

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Mayors take tour of factory floor

Family firm Isaac H Grainger, which has been manufacturing in the Black Country for more than 150 years, welcomed the Mayors of Sandwell and Dudley on a tour of its factory floor.

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Queen’s Awards for Voluntary Service winners #MadeInSandwell

Congratulations to three Sandwell community organisations for winning a Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the MBE of the voluntary sector. The Sikh Helpline, The English Medical Group and Special Olympics Sandwell were all awarded this highly coveted accolade.

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How to reduce your carbon footprint through your everyday shopping

We can’t solve the climate crisis alone. But if we all start taking steps in our everyday shopping habits to reduce our carbon footprint, it all adds up. This is the message from Carbon Trust, a company of experts whose mission is to accelerate the move to a decarbonised future.

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NatWest Accelerator closing soon

The deadline for applications for the September cohort of the NatWest Accelerator programme is fast approaching.

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Boost your business with social value projects

Construction company VINCI is working hard to bring social value to its business in Sandwell.

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Green Flag awards for parks and green spaces #MadeInSandwell

This #MadeInSandwell Monday we are celebrating the borough’s parks and green spaces as 14 Green Flag awards have been retained at sites across Sandwell. The Green Flag award is the international quality mark for parks and green spaces.

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Business survey on Shrewsbury to Black Country rail line

Do you or your business use trains for work? If so, Midlands Connect wants to hear from you.
Improvements to the Shrewsbury to Black Country to Birmingham rail line could make it easier for your staff to commute and help your company grow.

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Free Birmingham 2022 activities at Sandwell Festival Site

Everyone is invited to enjoy the key moments from the Commonwealth Games for free at Sandwell Valley Showground in West Bromwich.

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Sandwell ready to welcome Queen’s Baton Relay today

Sandwell is excited to welcome more than 100 inspirational baton bearers who will be carrying the Queen’s Baton across the six towns of our borough today. Sandwell is one of only a few areas in the country to have the privilege of hosting the Queen’s Baton Relay for a full day.

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