People are being reminded of the importance of regular testing as National HIV Testing Week gets underway. Run by HIV Prevention England, the annual event highlights how regular testing is helping to reduce the number of people living with undiagnosed HIV, or who are diagnosed late. Testing is free, quick […]
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Older people are worse at learning to help themselves, but just as good at learning behaviours which benefit others
Older adults may be slower to learn actions and behaviours that benefit themselves, but new research shows they are just as capable as younger people of learning behaviours that benefit others. Researchers at the Universities of Birmingham and Oxford found that youngsters, in contrast, tend to learn much faster when […]
THE 2025 ‘PEOPLES HONOURS’ PRESENTED AT THE PALACE OF WESTMINSTER ON 10TH ANNIVERSARY
Thomas McGeever, from Market Drayton, Telford, was among 26 exceptional individuals honoured with the esteemed British Citizen Award (BCA) at the Palace of Westminster. This recognition celebrates their outstanding contributions to society. The Medal Presentation, held on Thursday 23rd January, saw Thomas receive the coveted BCA Medal of Honour for […]
Council launches new warmth packs for Walsall appeal
These packs will include essential items to help vulnerable residents stay safe and warm. The aim is to include blankets, thermos flasks, hot water bottles, winter duvets, hats, gloves and scarves. The campaign is being spearheaded by Council Leader Councillor Garry Perry. “ We understand the challenges facing our residents […]
Walsalls Family Hubs Offer Support and Fun
What’s on between January and March 2025? Free stay and plays – Stay and play with your child or children, meet other parents, share experiences and relax in a safe and friendly environment. Dads stay and plays – Fun activities for dad’s and their children to get involved with, enjoy and bond. […]
Crimestoppers Offers Reward To Trace Killer Of Birmingham Man Murdered At Home
Eighteen years after the fatal shooting of a Birmingham man killed in his home, we are offering a reward of up to £20,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible. Mohammed Yasin was 50 years old when he died from a gunshot wound at his home […]
We Are Walsall 2040 roadshows return
The roadshow has already made 10 visits across the borough, with the aim of providing information and gathering feedback on our long-term vision for the future of Walsall. Invaluable views were heard throughout the initial dates, with key areas of discussion raised including crime, leisure, culture and littering. During the […]
Research service providing access to Walsall’s archives relaunched
The paid-for service gives anyone access to the research skills of the Walsall Archives team, whether they live in the borough or elsewhere. The service aims to return any enquiries within 28 working days to allow for time to retrieve, access and search relevant records as well as write up […]
Vision for food partnership and a plan discussed at local summit
The Walsall Food Summit organised by Food for Life Walsall (a Soil Association programme) with Public Health Walsall took place on 17 January 2024 at Walsall Football Club. It began with an introduction from Nadia Inglis, Interim Director of Public Health at Walsall Council, who talked about the need for […]
More than 1400 Walsall children and young people enjoy Holiday Activity and Food program
Working with over 70 providers across the borough, the programme offers young people, fun, locally-based activities, while providing the opportunity for learning and developing new skills. The HAF programme is delivered one week over the Easter break, four weeks during the summer holidays and a week over Christmas holidays and […]








