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Council operation checks school transport providers

A taxi driver who has been commissioned to drive children to school has been hit with points on their licence, following a sting operation led by Dudley Council.

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Cracking Easter fun in Dudley borough

Children can enjoy a range of activities taking place in leisure centres, libraries, parks visitor attractions, museums and halls this Easter.

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Proposed changes to travel support

A consultation could soon be underway on proposed changes to two education transport policies in Dudley borough.

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Improvements made - but further work required

A recent inspection by Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission has highlighted improvements in Dudley’s local SEND services but has said that inconsistent experiences and outcomes remain for some children. 

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Popular children’s activity centres to stay open

Two popular council-run activity centres for children will remain open following a sustainability review, it was revealed today.

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Dudley Mayor to attend vigil

The Mayor of Dudley will take part in a vigil outside Dudley Council house today, calling for an end to violence and domestic abuse against women and girls.

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Share some joy with care-experienced young people this Christmas

People in Dudley borough can spread some festive cheer this Christmas by donating gifts for young people who are leaving the care system.

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Council leads on operation to catch unlawful drivers

Dudley borough taxi drivers who have flouted agreements on school transport are facing tough action, following a sting operation led by Dudley Council this week.

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Fostering film highlights the difference fostering can make

Dudley Council is encouraging people who live in the borough to find out more about fostering, with a new national fostering video that has been released.

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Spookily good fun this October half term

Children and families can have a blast this October half term, with Dudley Council hosting activities in leisure centres, parks, museums, town halls and libraries.

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Event thanks foster carers

Foster carers in Dudley borough were brought together for a celebratory event last week.

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Dudley family voices workshop

Parents and carers are invited to join Dudley Family Voices for a special workshop next week where they can share their aspirations for their children and ideas on services which will benefit them in the future.