As many people tune in to watch the World Cup, there has never been a better time for us to come together and start playing as a team to end violence against women and girls.
Today (25 November) is White Ribbon Day - a global campaign led by men to end male violence against women and girls.
 New Domestic Abuse Pledge signed
We've signed a new Domestic Abuse Pledge to build on our existing work with partner organisations to ensure all forms of abuse will not be tolerated in Sandwell.
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Council Leader Councillor Kerrie Carmichael, Cabinet Member for Communities Councillor Danny Millard and Director of Borough Economy Alice Davey signed the pledge this week to coincide with White Ribbon Day and the start of 16 Days of Action (against gender-based violence).
Look out on our social media channels (#16Days #Safer6) over the coming days for a wide range of advice and information on services and support available for anyone affected by domestic abuse.
Mayor of Sandwell Councillor Richard Jones also showed his support for White Ribbon Day. He said: “On White Ribbon Day, and every day, we stand united to work towards ending violence against women and girls.”
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Santa is back at Sandwell Valley Visitor Centre
 Join us this December for a truly magical experience for all the family.
 We have a packed programme of entertainment including snow showers, Christmas entertainment and shows, free Christmas craft activities and, of course, a visit with Santa and his elves with a special gift from the big man himself!
 Don't forget to visit our festive-themed Rabbit Village before trying some festive treats from our tea rooms.
 Finish off your day stocking up on unique gifts in the Christmas shop. With special days for toddlers, children with SEND and even doggy Santa, there’s something for the whole family.
Book your tickets early to avoid disappointment.
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 We've opened Harvest View
This is our new flagship social care and health facility in Rowley Regis. It’s the first facility of its kind in the West Midlands.
Harvest View offers specialist support from both social care and health staff all under one roof, with 80 en-suite rooms and friendly communal areas as well as lovely outdoor spaces.
The facility will help people get back home after a hospital visit and also those who need some structured support to avoid a hospital stay altogether. The focus is on maintaining and improving independent living.
Sandwell Council’s Councillor Suzanne Hartwell and Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust’s Sarah Oley cut the ribbon to open the facility. Read more about the opening of Harvest View.
Consultation on changes to parliamentary constituencies
The Boundary Commission for England (BCE) is redrawing constituency boundaries to rebalance the number of electors represented by each MP. Find out how this affects constituencies in Sandwell.
A final consultation on proposed new constituencies is now open. A new revised map of constituency proposals, which takes into account feedback sent in by the public on the initial proposals, has been published on the consultation website.
Send in your views before the closing date of Monday 5 December to have your say on new parliamentary constituency boundaries.
Get vaccinated for flu and Covid-19 this winter
Protect yourself, your family and the people you care for.
Find out more about winter vaccinations and check if you are eligible for these jabs.
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