Media Releases

The borough’s education chief today called for all teachers and school staff to be vaccinated against Covid-19 before schools re-open.

A temporary drive-through coronavirus test site is to re-open at Himley Hall and Park tomorrow (Tue Jan 5).

Parents are being reminded that there’s still time to apply for their child’s place at primary school or to make a late application for secondary.

Residents are asked to comment on how Dudley Council lets its properties in the future.

Dudley Council’s health bosses are sending a clear message – people should “act like they’ve got it” and stay at home to help protect the NHS and save lives.

Residents are urged to stay home and not to meet anyone from other households from December 31 as Dudley borough moves into tier 4.

With New Year’s Eve fast-approaching, Dudley Council is urging residents to celebrate virtually with friends and family this year.

New pictures released today show work has started on the roof at Dudley’s new £18.2 million leisure centre, with construction continuing at pace into the New Year.

A rapid testing site in the borough for frontline key workers will be opened up to everyone in the New Year in the latest move to fight the coronavirus.

Two new sites have started delivering the Covid-19 vaccine in the borough today (Fri), with council bosses welcoming the latest move in the fight against the deadly virus.

A temporary coronavirus test site, which will operate over the Christmas period, will remain open until January 4.

Businesses who cannot trade because of national coronavirus restrictions are being reminded they can access grants of up to £3,000 with more than £1million already handed out.