Media Releases

There will be an extra splash of colour across the borough this year as Dudley Council reinstates its bedding plants programme.

The leader of Dudley Council has hailed the start an exciting new era for education in Dudley, as the construction phase of a new £26million university campus concludes.

People in Dudley borough will be able to benefit from new pop-up tip dates and extended enhanced opening hours of at the Stourbridge recycling site from next month.

People who live in Dudley borough are being reminded that the deadline to request a postal vote for the forthcoming local elections is 5pm on 21 April.

Dudley Council’s two hours’ free parking is returning to all council‑owned pay and display car parks from 1 April.

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)

Dudley Council’s adult social care service has been rated ‘Good’ in its first full assessment under the Care Quality Commission’s national assurance framework. 

The Thrilla in Manila and the Rumble in the Jungle may be legendary bouts, but Dudley is gearing up for its own blockbuster boxing showdown

People only have a few more days to snap up tickets for this year’s Mayor’s Ball and Civic Awards.

Couples planning their big day are invited to explore the charm and character of Priory Hall at a special Wedding Open Day taking place next Saturday (21 March).

Dudley Council is celebrating the strength of the borough’s visitor economy this English Tourism Week, which runs from Friday 13 to Sunday 22 March 2026.