📅 From 15 September 2025, Sandwell will be introducing Alternate Weekly Collections (AWC) and Dual-Stream Recycling (DSR).

🏠 This means that each household will still receive a weekly collection but on alternate weeks. For example, one week we will collect non-recycling (grey) bin and week two we will collect recycling (blue lid) bin and recycling (blue) bag.

♻️ We will also be introducing Dual-Stream Recycling which means residents must separate paper and cardboard from their usual recycling into a new recycling (blue) bag which will be delivered between 26 August and 14 September.

❌ (These changes do no impact flats and high-rise buildings at this stage).

📧 Sign up now to receive email updates on waste and recycling services.

❔ Read our frequently asked questions to find out why we are making these changes and what it means for Sandwell residents. Further information about the changes can be found on our website.

🌞 As You Like It, Shakespeare in the Garden

📆 This weekend at Lightwoods House 

🎬 Experience live performances of William Shakespeare's As You Like It, brought to life by talented students from Birmingham Conservatoire. Set in the beautiful Shakespeare Garden at Lightwoods House, this production promises to captivate your imagination and immerse you in the timeless magic of Shakespeare's work. 🎭

🎫 Join us this weekend to witness this blend of artistry and nature. There are two performances tomorrow (Saturday) and one on Sunday.

🧠 Men's Mental Health walks in Sandwell 💙

🌳 In support of Men's Mental Health Week, we have six one-hour walks scheduled across Sandwell for men's mental health from Friday 13 June.

👣 Support the cause and join the walks below:

 Friday 13 June

 Victoria Park, Tipton – Meet at the War Memorial at approximately 10.30am

 Brunswick Park, Wednesbury – Meet at the Play Area at approximately 1.30pm

 Saturday 14 June

Dartmouth Park, West Bromwich – Meet at the Visitors’ Centre for a 10.30am set-off

 Britannia Park, Rowley Regis – Meet at the multi-use games area by the car park of B4171 at approximately 1.30pm

 Sunday 15 June

Lightwoods House & Park – Meet at Lightwoods House for a 10.30am set-off

 West Smethwick Park – Meet at The Pavilion at approximately 1pm plus activities from 2pm until 4pm.

Find out more on the Healthy Sandwell website.

Carers Week 2025 activities in Sandwell

❤️ We're marking Carers Week from 9 to 15 June. This year, the theme is Equality For Carers.

There are a range of activities taking place in Sandwell throughout the week.

👉 Check out what's on for Carers Week in Sandwell and visit our support for carers webpage for more advice.

🏠Sandwell Council Tenant and Leaseholder Conference 2025 

✔️ Join us on Saturday 5 July, at Sandwell Council House from 10.30am to 3.30pm. A light lunch will be provided. This year’s conference is a child-friendly event, with activities provided for children on the day. 

💬 Tenants and leaseholders are invited to take part in a workshop, hear insights from guest speakers and share their experiences as residents of Sandwell.

🤝 This year’s conference will focus on the theme of being a good neighbour and celebrating actions that help build stronger and more connected communities.

📝 Complete the registration form to book your place now.

👏 British Weight Lifting Adaptive Open recap 💪

🏋️‍♂️ Oldbury Academy proudly hosted another national weightlifting competition last Saturday (31 May)

❗ This was the first British WeightLifting event of its kind for athletes with a disability.

💪 The British Weightlifting Adaptive Open involved competitors carrying out the same lifts as Olympic weightlifters!

🎉 Congratulations for another amazing accomplishment by Oldbury Academy Weightlifting Club and all the athletes involved.

Join our Solar Together scheme – deadline extended to 11 July ⌛

💡 Save on your energy bills long-term with solar panels. 

🌞 With the sun shining, now is the perfect time to consider getting solar panels for your home. 

✔️ Make sure to register your interest by Friday 11 July to get started!