Walsall Council

We are still over the moon from last night’s win! 🥳🏆 Haven't heard the news? We were crowned the Most Improved Council in the UK at the Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Awards! This is a massive achievement that reflects the incredible progress our borough has made in recent years. Huge thanks to our dedicated staff, elected members, and partners – you made this possible! 👏 A key driver of this success has been the expansion of digital services. By making council services more accessible online, we've improved access and outcomes for our residents. This is just the beginning, and we're excited to continue building a brighter future for our borough. 🚀 🌟 #ProudToBeWalsall #LGCAwards #MostImprovedCouncil #WinsForWalsall

Be the change you want to see! 🌟 If you’re passionate about making a real difference, then #WalsallCouncil is the place for you. Local government is the backbone of our communities, protecting the most vulnerable residents and improving the lives of everyone. We’re passionate about attracting candidates who can bring a diverse range of skills, backgrounds, and experiences. Together, we can #MakeADifference. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ewuMy_hh

📍🛒 This week, we proudly launched our FIRST #CommunityShop, a significant step towards supporting our communities amidst the rising cost of living in the UK. These shops offer a variety of essential items, including food, personal care products, pet supplies, and household cleaning materials, all at significantly reduced prices. Our Community Shops are designed to assist families and elderly residents who are facing financial challenges. Importantly, any income generated is reinvested into future produce and operational costs, ensuring sustainability. We have allocated £200,000 in funding to establish these not-for-profit shops. The first shop has opened at the Stan Ball Centre in Bloxwich, with additional financial support provided to organisations in Bentley and Darlaston to establish further locations.

Our regeneration plans for new railway stations in Willenhall and Darlaston have been recognised as one of the West Midlands Growth Company's top developments to watch in 2025! 👀 As we go 'full steam ahead' into the year, we're thrilled to be delivering this transformative project with our partners at the West Midlands Rail Executive. These new stations will significantly reduce journey times to key destinations like Birmingham, Wolverhampton, and Walsall, making travel up to three times quicker! 🚆 In addition, we will continue to work towards a new railway station for Aldridge too. 🔗https://lnkd.in/dWzccFDX #WalsallRegen

🗨️ "At the heart of change are the people - leaders, teams and communities - who make it happen." Our very own Director of Transformation & Digital, Carol Williams, is serving as the President of the Society for Innovation, Technology and Modernisation Socitm. In their latest Public Sector Digital Trends report, Carol emphasises the importance of people in driving change and innovation. Her leadership and vision are helping to shape the future of digital transformation in the public sector. 🗞️👉 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/efp7nWUZ

Are you an effective communicator, who enjoys networking with others? Do you have experience in dealing with customers? Do you thrive in a busy environment? If the answer is yes, we have an exciting opportunity for you. Join our supportive and dedicated Brokerage Team in Adult Social Care as a Brokerage Officer. To find out more, and to apply, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eJ6zp-2V

❄️ During the winter months, freezing temperatures affect us all. But for those who are most vulnerable, cold weather can pose significant risks. With your help this winter, we want to give our most vulnerable residents the essentials they need to keep warm and well. We’re creating winter warmth packs, including: 🛏️ Warm blankets 🔥 Thermos flasks 🧴 Hot water bottles 🛌13.5 tog winter duvets 🧤 Thermal hats, gloves, scarves Please drop your donations at your local Walsall library and help us bring warmth and comfort to our community this winter. #WarmthPacksForWalsall

Take a look at the future of Walsall Town Centre! 🤩 Exciting changes are coming to Walsall as part of the borough’s £1.5 billion transformation programme. We've secured funding to revitalise our town, making it greener, more attractive, and inviting. Get ready for a stunning makeover around Gallery Square and Park Street, and an improved canal basin for pedestrians and boaters. ⬇️

Work has successfully been completed to tackle flooding issues at Grenfell Road Allotments! 🌿🚜 Through our corporate social responsibility programme, we teamed up with Brownhills Asphalt Tarmac Ltd who stepped in with their plant machinery to dredge the site in December 2024. This crucial work involved clearing unwanted vegetation and silt from the brook, ensuring that water can flow freely and reducing the risk of flooding for the foreseeable future. A huge thank you to everyone involved in making this happen! 👏 ➡️ Interested in getting involved in our corporate social responsibility programme? Email ✉️healthyspaces@walsall.gov.uk for more information!

Take a look at the future of Walsall Town Centre! 🤩 Exciting changes are coming to Walsall as part of the borough’s £1.5 billion transformation programme. We've secured funding to revitalise our town, making it greener, more attractive, and inviting. Get ready for a stunning makeover around Gallery Square and Park Street, and an improved canal basin for pedestrians and boaters. ⬇️