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Testing in schools “critical” to bring down rates, council bosses say

Twice-weekly testing for children in schools is “critical” in bringing down fast-rising rates of Covid in the borough, council bosses said today.

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Businessman ordered to pay £25k after security fraud

A businessman took more than £600 a week from Dudley Council to provide security at one of the borough’s oldest buildings – but was caught out on “numerous occasions” with no staff actually on site.

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Black Country Plan under scrutiny

People can ask questions and make comments on a major plan for housing and employment land across Dudley borough at a special meeting next week.

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Extra term time disability swimming sessions

The Crystal leisure centre is hosting new term time disability swimming sessions following the successful expansion of the project over the summer.

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Mayor encourages people to take up their flu jab

The Mayor of Dudley had her flu jab at a Dudley pharmacy today, and she is encouraging others in the borough to get theirs too.

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Bike to School Week 2021

Children are being encouraged to bike or scoot to school this Bike to School Week (27 September to 1 October 2021).

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Pallets wanted for circus themed bonfire

People are being urged to donate their unwanted pallets to help build a huge bonfire at Himley Park for Saturday November 6.

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£40k to support activities for kids

Voluntary and community groups can bid for funding as part of a £40k pot to help children with disabilities enjoy activities outside of school hours.

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Positive changes for children and young people

Plans to bring about positive change to the lives of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) will be outlined at an online event later this month.

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Time to step it up this Recycle Week

Dudley Council and Recycle Now are asking residents to ‘Step It Up’ in the fight against climate change through better recycling habits.

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Dudley Council up for homebuilder of the year

Dudley Council has been shortlisted as national homebuilder of the year at this year’s UK housing awards.

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Tickets on sale for Mayor’s ball

Tickets are on sale now for the Mayor of Dudley’s ball and civic awards, due to be held next month.