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Free swimming is returning for children in the borough over the February half-term break – but youngsters will now have to be accompanied by an adult.

More than 6,500 young people and their families received early help in tackling problems over the last three years in the borough, a new report shows.

A Dudley Council cycling instructor has won a national award for her outstanding efforts to train cyclists in the borough.

Plans for the prestigious Eton College to set up in Dudley have been praised as “historic” by Dudley Council bosses.

Budding artists have helped to create an iconic stamp for the Child Friendly Dudley movement.

Parents are being reminded to keep an eye on their inbox as secondary school decision emails will be sent early next month.

Children who are eligible for free school meals in Dudley borough can take part in a fantastic programme of free activities over the Easter school holidays.

A series of awards to recognise the achievements of children in care and care leavers launched this month. 

Parents are being reminded that applications for primary school admissions need to be made by 15 January.

Children from across Dudley borough will be taking part in more than 1,000 sessions during the Christmas school holidays.

Young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) can benefit from a series of online events that are being organised by Dudley SENDIASS.

Additional resources for SEND and children with disabilities services, increased pay for social workers and support for children at risk of moving into care are among proposals outlined in this year’s budget proposals.