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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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Sandwell Council launches MySandwell App for residents

Have you got the new MySandwell app yet? The recently launched app enables Sandwell residents to easily access council services and report issues at the click of a button.

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Free cyber security support for businesses

The Cyber Resilience Centre for the West Midlands is offering free membership to businesses in the West Midlands region.

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Free webinar on protecting workers’ rights

On Tuesday 19 July there will be a free webinar to explain some of the key things businesses need to consider to ensure their workers’ rights are protected.

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Seddon brings social value to Sandwell school in 125th birthday celebrations

We love to see social value in action. As part of its 125th anniversary celebrations, construction company Seddon donated 125 pieces of gardening equipment to benefit Rowley Hall primary school children.

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West Bromwich pub goes ‘Back in Time’ for the BBC

The Red Lion in West Bromwich has been featured on BBC show ‘Back in Time for Birmingham’.

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Sandwell planners honoured with award for excellence

Congratulations to Sandwell planners! Sandwell Council’s planners have been honoured in this year’s prestigious Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) West Midlands Awards for Planning Excellence.

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Sandwell to host summer jazz festival

The Birmingham, Sandwell and Westside Jazz Festival is returning to the borough this summer. Performances will take place at various venues between Friday 15 to Sunday 24 July.

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Birmingham 2022 celebrations #MadeInSandwell

Birmingham 2022 celebrations in Sandwell! This week #MadeInSandwell Monday is celebrating the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games Festival, which will be hosted at Sandwell Valley show ground.

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Could your business help someone restart?

Work with Sandwell Council’s employment team to help local people back into employment.

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