Dudley borough

Bedding plants across the borough are bursting into colour, after we reinstated our bedding plants programme earlier this year. https://councilnews.dudley.gov.uk/news/summer-bloom-for-borough

Early education offers so many benefits to children, developing their social skills like sharing, turn taking, making and playing with friends, all help children become ready for school. Find out about pre-school childcare support for your family at www.beststartinlife.gov.uk

18th June 2026 is Clean Air Day! Today aims to raise awareness of air pollution impacts on health and the environment, and to encourage people to take simple steps to improve air quality, such as reducing engine idling and cycling/walking/using public transport.
Find more information on the Action for Clean Air website https://www.actionforcleanair.org.uk/

📢 There's just three weeks left for groups to apply for grants of up to £20,000 to support projects to make a difference to their local communities in a defined area of Dudley.
As part of the £20 million Pride in Place programme, funding is available to help improve neighbourhoods from Priory to Dudley Wood, including Netherton and Dudley town centres.
Priorities for funding include:
✔️ Improving public spaces, buildings and heritage
✔️ supporting safety and crime reduction
✔️ enhancing education, family support and youth opportunities
✔️ Strengthening community cohesion
The Community Grants Fund is managed by the Dudley Neighbourhood Board.
🗓️ Deadline for applications: July 3, 5pm
👉 Find out more and apply:
https://www.regeneratingdudley.org.uk/pride-in-place-community-grant

Last week was National Carers Week and our team from Dudley Carers Hub was out and about spreading the word about the support they offer to unpaid carers of family or friends. On Friday they met over 400 people at their 'Carers Get Connected' event at Merry Hill Shopping Centre and offered information, advice and guidance to people caring for someone, or with care and support needs themselves. www.dudley.gov.uk/carers

If you fall in or get into trouble in water, stay calm. Float on your back and call for help. It's - sharing water safety advice like this could make a difference to you, or someone you love.

48% of accidental drownings happen between June and August*

Warm weather. Cold water. Real danger.

If you fall in or get into trouble, stay calm. Float on your back and call for help.
See someone struggling? Throw something that floats, like a football. Call 999, ask for the Coastguard if you’re at the coast.
Never enter the water to attempt a rescue.

Make sure your group knows what to do. It could save a life. Start by taking 5 minutes to learn the water safety code: www.rlss.org.uk/water-safety-code



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As the football kicks off, please remember:
Domestic abuse can affect anyone - including men.

You are not alone, and support is available whenever you’re ready.

📞 Call 01384 455411
📱 Text/WhatsApp 07384 466181

🔎 www.dudleysafeandsound.org/domesticabuse

Tackling domestic abuse is a team effort — and we’re on your side.

Armed Forces Day is returning to Himley Hall and Park on Sunday 28 June, 11am to 4pm.

There will be entertainment and attractions throughout the day, including a vintage military vehicle display, fairground rides and Punch and Judy shows.

https://councilnews.dudley.gov.uk/news/armed-forces-day-returning-to-himley-hall-and-park

This week is Learning Disability Week, where we are being asked “Do you see me?”

“Do you see me?” is about making sure that people with a learning disability are seen, heard, included, and valued in all aspects of life. https://www.mencap.org.uk/learningdisabilityweek

Here in Dudley local charity Dudley Voices for Choice https://www.dudleyvoicesforchoice.org.uk/ is marking the week by holding events and activities all week, including a 'Race across Dudley' on Wednesday where teams will compete to be the fastest to get across the borough independently. The council's three adult social care community hubs in Dudley - Queens Cross, Brierley Hill - Crystal and Halesowen - Brett Young will be the starting points for the race, with staff from the hubs supporting the event.

Queens Cross community hub offers ongoing support and opportunities to adults with learning disabilities https://www.dudley.gov.uk/queenscross