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14th July 2026
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Local News in Walsall
Following a special meeting of Cabinet on Wednesday 26 August 2026, the latest version of the Walsall Borough Local Plan is ready to enter the next phase of consultation, giving time for the council to meet the Government’s end of December deadline.
Walsall residents aged 50 and over are being encouraged to take advantage of a new programme of free physical activity sessions designed to help them stay stronger, steadier and more independent for longer.
- 1st September 2026
Walsall residents are being encouraged to get back in the saddle through a cycling initiative being delivered across the borough to support healthier, connected and more active communities.
- 1st September 2026
Audiences can enjoy two unique and entertaining evenings at Walsall Arena and Arts Centre this October, as acclaimed performers David Benson and Charlie Connelly bring celebrated stage shows to the venue.
Willenhall Market is set for an exciting transformation, with work due to begin soon to create a more modern, welcoming and sustainable market for traders and visitors.
Ahead of International Overdose Awareness Day on Monday 31 August, Walsall residents were encouraged to learn more about overdose prevention, the life-saving medication naloxone, and the support available across Walsall
Walsall Council's Catering Team has achieved the Food for Life Served Here Bronze certification from the Soil Association in recognition of the healthy, nutritious meals it provides to pupils at 35 primary schools across the borough.
- 1st September 2026
Two Black Country NHS Trusts have been shortlisted for five HSJ Patient Safety Awards, recognising innovative work to improve patient safety, strengthen safety culture and deliver better outcomes for patients.
- 1st September 2026
A month of events and activities is being planned to celebrate much-loved Nursing heroine Sister Dora and raise funds for Well Wishers, the charity supporting Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust.
- 1st September 2026
Patients and staff in Wolverhampton and Walsall will benefit from the rollout of new digital Ambient Voice Technology (AVT), which helps clinicians better focus on their consultations.