Bringing Communities Together
The next phase of the York’s Bridge project in Pelsall is set to begin. The project will provide a new bridge over the Wyrley and Essington Canal along with major carriageway improvements. Practical completion of the project is expected by the end of 2025. From Monday 29 September, Norton Road […]
October at Walsall Council venues includes half term activities galore at The New Art Gallery Walsall and Walsall Leather Museum, Apple Day at Walsall Arboretum and the ultimate Oasis experience and more at Walsall Arena! Activities at the Gallery’s Diwali event include making a paper lotus flower with artist Daya […]
On Monday 29 September, Councillor Adrian Andrew, Deputy Leader of Walsall Council, will present his portfolio holder report to Council, showcasing the remarkable progress made over the past year. Progress at SPARK as the first steel frame completed earlier this year The borough of Walsall is in the middle of […]
Walsall Council’s Bereavement Services team has been named ‘Team of the Year – Cemetery and Crematorium Service’ at the prestigious APSE Service Awards 2025. The national awards, which celebrate excellence in local government frontline services, recognised the team’s transformation from a traditional council-run service into a modern, commercial and community-focused […]
The Mayor of Walsall has extended a good luck message of support to the England Women’s Rugby team ahead of their historic World Cup final against Canada on Saturday 27 September 2025 at Twickenham’s Allianz Stadium. The Red Roses have captured the hearts of the nation and a place in […]
On Wednesday 24 September 2025, proposals were approved by Cabinet at Walsall Council to progress plans to improve the education provision for adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in the borough. The decision means that Walsall College’s SEND provision for students can relocate from its Leamore-based Hawbush campus […]
Children across Walsall are being offered a free flu vaccination this autumn to protect them and others ahead of the winter season. The flu vaccine is offered to children aged 2 to 3 years, school-aged children (Reception to Year 11) and children with certain long-term health conditions. Children can now […]
This year, there will be festive markets and Christmas lights switch-on event in Walsall town centre, organised by Walsall Council, sponsored by AR Demolitions in partnership with Walsall MakerFest Fringe. Walsall Arboretum park in the snow. Taking place at three locations across the town centre including, The Crossing at St […]
Three people from outside Walsall have been prosecuted for littering in the borough. All cases were heard at Birmingham Magistrates’ Court on 20 August 2025, with each offender ordered to pay over £500 as a consequence of their actions. “ Littering is selfish and thoughtless, these prosecutions send a clear […]
Walsall Council is asking residents to share their views on how food waste should be collected from households across the borough. The Environment Act 2021 requires local authorities in England to introduce weekly food waste collections. While the council must provide the service, using it is optional for residents. The […]
