Community News & Updates
A report recognising the significant progress on Walsall’s Food Plan will be presented at a meeting of the Health and Wellbeing Board on Thursday 5 November.
Residents can now report a wider range of community protection concerns to Walsall Council online, including noise nuisance, rubbish on private land, anti-social behaviour and problems with taxis and licensed businesses.
- 9th November 2026
As colder weather can drive rodents indoors in search of food and shelter, Walsall Council’s Environmental Health officers are highlighting the consequences of inadequate pest control.
Winter support for Wolverhampton residents is being expanded by the council with new measures to help people access affordable food, manage household finances and stay healthy during the colder months.
Broadcaster, therapist and author recognised for Start-up, Female Entrepreneur and Mentor of the Year, with public voting open until 6 November
- 4th November 2026
People in Wolverhampton are being encouraged to make a lasting difference to someone's life by becoming a Personal Assistant, and help meet a growing demand for this rewarding role.
Midlanders have been told that tackling the cost-of-living crisis starts with understanding their local communities.
Lifetime Achievement Nomination for local businessman and inventor
Shrewsbury has secured four accolades at the Heart of England in Bloom Awards, winning the Mike Garwood Memorial Trophy for outstanding horticultural achievement at The Dingle, the RHS Gold award, Small City category winner and lastly the Overall Winner for the Heart of England in Bloom region.
- 2nd November 2026
Plans to further strengthen Wolverhampton's response to anti social behaviour and provide long term investment in early intervention and prevention programmes for young people are set to be considered by Cabinet this week.