Dudley Council News - Media Releases

Dudley Council plans public consultation on A456 improvement proposals

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:34:00 Z

Residents, businesses, and stakeholders will have the opportunity to help shape proposals to improve transport connectivity, reliability and road safety along the A456 corridor when Dudley Council launches a public consultation next month.

Couples could win their wedding at Stourbridge wedding fayre

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:21:00 Z

Couples planning their big day could be in with the chance to win a wedding ceremony when Dudley Registrars host a wedding fayre and open day at the Thomas Robinson Building next month.

Dudley College to use new Education and Skills Centre

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:56:00 Z

A landmark skills and education facility in Dudley is set to open its doors to learners later this year, following an agreement between Dudley Council and Dudley College of Technology.

Leader “delighted” as new TV drama filmed in Dudley

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:39:00 Z

The leader of Dudley Council has welcomed the production of a major new television drama, with iconic Dudley borough locations set to feature in the programme.

Local cultural projects get nearly £250,000 boost from WMCA

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:52:00 Z

Nine cultural and heritage projects across Dudley borough are set to benefit from a share of nearly £250,000 of grant funding, following a competitive bidding process.

Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve celebrates 70th anniversary and unveils plans for a new visitor facility and wardens’ base

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:47:00 Z

A year-long programme of events and activities is being launched to celebrate the 70^th anniversary of Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve and highlight its globally important geology, wildlife, and mining heritage.

By-election confirmed for St James’s ward

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:28:00 Z

A by-election for St James’s ward will take place on Thursday 29 October, Dudley Council has confirmed today.

50 years of spectacular fireworks at Himley Hall and Park

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:43:00 Z

People are invited to join a golden celebration as the iconic Himley Fireworks marks its 50th anniversary on Saturday 7 November.

Vehicles checked in council operation

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:21:00 Z

More than 50 vehicles were checked at Merry Hill yesterday (16 September) in an enforcement activity for school transport providers.

Dudley Mayor celebrates a bostin first 100 days in office

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:01:00 Z

The Mayor of Dudley, Councillor Pete Lowe, is celebrating his first 100 days in office by highlighting the diversity, unity, pride and resilience of the people of Dudley which make the borough a truly bostin community.