Media Releases

With GCSE and A-level results day just around the corner, support is available for young people on the next step of their journey.

Young ones can be kept busy this summer with a range of activities on offer from Dudley Council.

Dudley Council has today (15 July) welcomed confirmation from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) that the Best Value Notice issued to the authority in July 2025 has been lifted - recognising the significant progress made by the council.  

Dudley Council is calling for more local people to step forward as foster carers, as more than 500 children are currently in care across the borough.

Dudley’s Mayor and Mayoress are sharing their 2026 fostering journey to encourage others to consider fostering in Dudley.

Parents looking to keep the kids entertained this Easter are spoiled for choice with a packed programme of low cost and free activities taking place across Dudley borough.

Pens Meadow school was officially opened this week (18 March)

Children can enjoy a range of activities taking place in Dudley borough this half term.

Proposals to improve support for children and young people with additional needs who are unable to access mainstream school are set to go before cabinet next week.

Applications for pupils starting in reception in September 2026 close on 15 January.

Dudley Council has announced proposals for significant additional investment for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in next year’s budget.

The Mayor of Dudley has praised the work of the Sedgley Squadron Royal Air Force Air Cadets, following his visit to the group last night.