New seating areas outside pubs and cafes and wider pavements have been introduced in Wolverhampton as the council works to boost business and make the city centre safe and welcoming. The measures aim to assist local restaurants and bars, while also making it easier for people to follow social distancing […]
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Thanks for Wings and Scrubs ‘angel’ sculpture as installation ends
Sculptor Luke Perry with the Wings and Sculpture when it was installed at Lightwoods Park in May. Sandwell Council is thanking Black Country sculptor Luke Perry for the Wings and Scrubs sculpture that has honoured NHS and care workers, as the temporary installation comes to an end tomorrow. The four-metre […]
Safer 6 – support and advice for mental health
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic this year, there has been a huge increase in mental health issues, including stress. As part of Sandwell’s six-week Safer 6 campaign, which has a focus on health and wellbeing this week, residents across Sandwell are being encouraged to look after their mental health. Dr […]
EMPTY PARKING SPACES OFFER FINANCIAL LIFELINE FOR HOTELS BUT PUBS AND RESTAURANTS LAG BEHIND
Empty parking spaces can make additional income for the hospitality sector Hotels are embracing additional money making opportunity renting out empty parking spaces but pubs and restaurants lag behind reveals YourParkingSpace.co.uk The online parking portal currently lists parking spaces at 850 hotels, compared to just 85 pubs and 15 restaurants. […]
LOTUS EVIJA: STUNNING NEW FILM REVEALS DRIVING CHARACTERISTICS OF THE WORLD’S FIRST BRITISH ELECTRIC HYPERCAR
Lotus reveals further details on the Evija all-electric hypercar in a stunning new film featuring an engineering development vehicle testing on the 2.2-mile track at Hethel. At the wheel is Gavan Kershaw, Director of Vehicle Attributes for Lotus, who provides extensive new commentary on key elements of the Evija project. […]
City art gallery to display Windrush Generation Experiences
Supported by City of Wolverhampton Council and financed by Government, a Wolverhampton charity has announced a project to put a collection of unique video interviews online. The Black and Ethnic Minority Experience Foundation (BE-ME) has received funding from the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government to make available video […]
‘Making Magic with Bubbles and Butterflies – Doing What Matters’ – Patient Experience Network National Awards (PENNA) 2019
The Patient Experience Network National Awards celebrations have gone online. This Pandemic delayed celebration has a virtual format now which will run over a week starting on Monday 14 September. Each shortlisted entry will be given time to present their project and every attendee a greater opportunity to network and […]
Residents and businesses asked to back app
People from across Dudley borough are being asked to play their part in the national fight against coronavirus by using the NHS Covid-19 app, which launched yesturday. The new app is live now and that certain venues, including those run by local authorities, will be legally required to display an […]
Helping older people stay active
Sandwell Council and Active Black Country have teamed up help older people stay active. The Council is working with Active Black Country to distribute older age care packs to older people living in supported accommodation in Sandwell. The packs include exercise equipment such as a stress ball and exercise band […]
New-look autumn Safer 6 campaign has online focus
Sandwell’s annual autumn Safer 6 campaign took place on (Monday 21 September) with a special online focus this year. The Safer Sandwell Partnership campaign, now in its 11th year, promoted a wide range of safety, crime prevention and healthy living advice over the next six weeks. The campaign also supported the ongoing […]