A number of community-based organisations are set to deliver activities as part of a programme to promote and support good food choices and improved access to food. Cooking skills will form some of the activities delivered by voluntary and community sector groups. The Feeding Our Futures Small Grants Programme is […]
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Walsall to mark Armed Forces Day with flag raising ceremony
Walsall Council will host a flag raising ceremony to mark Armed Forces Day at 10:30am on Monday 23 June 2025 outside the Council House. The event is an annual opportunity for the nation to show support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community, from currently […]
Call for Walsall residents to act for cleaner air this Clean Air Day
Walsall residents are being encouraged to play a role in creating cleaner, healthier air for all as Clean Air Day is marked on 19 June 2025. Clean Air Day – Air pollution affects your health from before your first breath until your last. Clean Air Day is a national campaign which […]
Walsall to Host Black British Ballet Exhibition and Events
Walsall Libraries will host an exhibition and events celebrating Britain’s black ballet dancers. The ‘Black British Ballet Exhibition’ will be hosted at Lichfield Street Hub Library, open now until July 30, 2025. The exhibition will include 20 to 30 images taken over the past 60 years, archive posters, and audio […]
UK Youth Pioneer Zaf Bags the British Muslim 2025 Man Of The Year Award
Oceanic Awards has proudly announced the winners for the 12th edition of the British Muslim Awards 2025. The British Muslim Awards 2025 is one of the most prestigious events in the British Muslim community, recognizing and celebrating the achievements and contributions of British Muslims in various fields. By showcasing the […]
Earlier support for speech and language for 20,000 children
Up to 20,000 more children are set to benefit from earlier targeted support to overcome speech and language challenges before concerns escalate, as the government ensures every child gets the best start in life through its Plan for Change. Backed by £3.4 million this year, the Early Language Support for […]
Residents invited to speak with Council’s fly-tipping officers in educational ‘EnviroCrime’ visit
The EnviroCrime Roadshow will take place at Willenhall Market from 10am to 2pm on Wednesday 30th April. This visit is part of the council’s EnviroCrime project, which involves officers patrolling local communities, investigating incidents of fly-tipped waste and litter, identifying the responsible parties, and addressing the root causes through education. […]
Neurodiversity and wellbeing conference set to take place in June
The Neurodiversity and Wellbeing Conference on Thursday 26 June at Walsall Football Club will look at improving opportunities and systems to support the wellbeing of Walsall residents, including neurodiverse communities. Walsall Council’s Public Health team undertook a suicide audit in 2022. It highlighted neurodiversity as a key theme, and it […]
Caught and taken to court: Walsall Council prosecutes six litterbugs
All six perpetrators will now be required to pay substantial fines for improper disposal of waste. These cases were all adjudicated at Birmingham Magistrates Court on 24 March 2025. “ It is appalling to witness both visitors to the borough and local residents showing such disrespect for our communities. Shame […]
What’s On Walsall – May 2025
This May, Walsall Council venues are buzzing with creative workshops, family activities, inspiring exhibitions and top entertainment. The New Art Gallery Walsall hosts artist talks, eco-art discussions, printmaking sessions, and fun drop-ins for kids. Walsall Arena & Arts Centre presents a packed line-up of live music, comedy, and tributes to […]