The Mayor of Walsall, Councillor Louise Harrison hosted local charity, KaushalyaUK, at the Council House. In late January 2026, the charity held its Mental Health and Domestic Abuse Conference at Walsall Council House. The Mayor of Walsall welcomed charity, Kaushalya, to Walsall Council House. “ As a community, we have […]
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Two Walsall Council services collaborate bringing activities closer to families’ homes
Two Walsall Council services are joining forces to bring more free and fun activities for families to get involved in across the borough. Walsall Leisure and Walsall’s Best Start in Life Family Hubs are collaborating to bring new sessions for families which focus on health and wellbeing such as baby […]
Major investment confirmed to redevelop Blakenall Community Centre
Plans to redevelop and future-proof Blakenall Community Centre have been confirmed, following the successful securing of funding from the Towns Deal, New Horizons, and local reserves. Blakenall Community Centre was originally built in the 1980s. The investment will modernise the much-loved centre, transforming it into a vibrant, welcoming hub at […]
What’s on in Walsall – February 2026
Here’s your guide to all the activities going on at Walsall’s visitor attractions in February 2026. Comedian, presenter, actor, author and scriptwriter Russell Kane will be the headline act for this special Funny Beeseness event at Walsall Arena. This February, whether it is a romantic Valentine’s Day date to a […]
Illegal cigarettes seized in joint operation in Walsall town centre
Walsall Council has seized around 2,000 illegal cigarettes during a joint operation in Walsall town centre. As part of a targeted enforcement operation, officers from Walsall Council’s Trading Standards team worked closely with West Midlands Police to inspect five premises on Thursday 22 January. Issues were identified at one location, where approximately 2,000 illegal cigarettes […]
Walsall primary school praised for its exceptionalism by Ofsted
A primary school in Walsall has been described as a vibrant, nurturing and harmonious school by Ofsted inspectors. Following their visit in November 2025, Ofsted inspectors judged three areas of the school as exceptional, and the remaining four areas as a strong standard: Inclusion – exceptional Leadership and governance – […]
Fryers Road HWRC to remain open as new Middlemore Lane facility opens
Walsall Council has confirmed updated arrangements for Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs) across the borough. Fryers Road HWRC in Bloxwich will remain open to residents while plans for its redevelopment are finalised. Keeping Fryers Road open during this period will minimise the distance residents in the west of the borough need […]
Walsall Council marks Holocaust Memorial Day 2026
On Tuesday 27 January 2026, Walsall Council will mark Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) alongside communities across the UK, commemorating the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest concentration camp. The official logo for Holocaust Memorial Day with two purple flames. The Holocaust Memorial Day Trust (HMDT) is a charity […]
Walsall litter-picking volunteers thanked at Mayor’s Parlour celebration event
Walsall’s volunteer litter pickers were welcomed to the Mayor’s Parlour on Thursday January 15 for a special thank you event recognising their outstanding contribution to keeping the borough clean. The event was hosted by the Mayor of Walsall and began with a welcome speech thanking volunteers for their dedication and ongoing support. […]
Demolition starts in Willenhall as council drives forward plans for new homes
Demolition has begun on the first of a number of brownfield sites on Moat Street in Willenhall, clearing the way for new homes. Councillor Adrian Andrew, Deputy Leader of Walsall Council (centre/left) with Shaun Fielding, Regional Managing Director of Keepmoat Homes (centre/right) with members of AR Demolition and Keepmoat Homes. […]