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Walsall Council marks Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2026

Walsall Council is supporting Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week (2–8 February 2026) – the UK’s national week to raise awareness of sexual abuse and violence.

‘Sweet’ reward as volunteers clear 80 bags of litter in Pleck

A community litter pick in Pleck has resulted in the removal of 80 bags of litter from local streets, following a joint effort by residents, community groups and Walsall Council.

Nearly 7,000 illegal cigarettes seized as part of new Operation Fearless

Walsall Council has carried out its first targeted enforcement exercise under codename Operation Fearless.

Demolition of former Legge factory in Willenhall begins

Demolition started in Willenhall in January as part of a major Council-led scheme to get rid of derelict and disused brownfield land and make way for new homes.

Nine Walsall schools to join national breakfast club scheme from April

Hundreds of children in Walsall will benefit from a free breakfast at school each day from April.

Know the signs and get checked early this World Cancer Day

Walsall Council Public Health is reinforcing the importance of early diagnosis and awareness of subtle or unclear symptoms that could indicate cancer.

FUZZBOX TURN 40 & RETURN WITH A BIG BANG: ICONIC ALL-FEMALE BAND REIGNITE THE FUZZ

Vix (pictured) tells all on The Ian Henery Show on Black Country Xtra

Mayor of Walsall hosts mental health and domestic abuse conference

The Mayor of Walsall, Councillor Louise Harrison hosted local charity, KaushalyaUK, at the Council House. In late January 2026, the charity held its Mental Health and Domestic Abuse Conference at Walsall Council House.

The New Art Gallery Walsall and Coventry University awarded £71k funding for new sculptural installation

The New Art Gallery Walsall, in partnership with Coventry University, is delighted to announce a £71,226 grant through Jerwood Art Fund Commissions. This funding will support British artist, Charmaine Watkiss

Walsall Food Partnership champions healthier choices and sustainable food futures

Walsall’s Food Partnership is working together to make healthy, affordable and sustainable food the easy choice for everyone in the Walsall borough.

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