Swine Flu
For advice about swine flu, how to prevent the spread of the virus and information about swine flu in schools go to the Health Protection Agency's website.
There is good evidence to show that, in the majority of cases, swine flu is a mild virus.
If you have any concerns about someone who is showing symptoms of swine flu, contact NHS Direct on 0845 4647.
Sandwell Trade Fair in the Square
Following the success of May's Credit Crunch Lunch, finditinsandwell are staging a huge one-day open-air 'Trade Fair in the Square' at the Civic Square, Oldbury, on Wednesday 8 July.
Over 50 local traders and small businesses will showcase local produce, consumer goods and services, offering discounts and bargain savings to vistors to their trade stands.
New issues of the Yellow Pages have been distributed across Sandwell this month. Residents are reminded that they can recycle their old Yellow Pages at paper banks across the borough or in with recycling collections from homes.
You can also find out what else you can recycle.
National Schools Week Celebrations
Sandwell held a design event to celebrate National Schools Week.
Pupils from five primary schools were set the challenge to come up with ideas for their new schools.
QUICK LINKS
Sandwell Councillors' Websites
Every Councillor in Sandwell has the opportunity to have their own self-managed website offering news, information and advice to their local constituents. Facilities are also provided to allow residents to contact their local Councillor via email.
Find out about the various committees and individuals who represent you and find out who sits on which committees, any decisions or declarations they have made, examine agendas and minutes of meetings.
The Sandwell website is speech enabled, which means that you can download a 
