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Dudley Mental Health Assessments Hit 252-Day Wait Amid Rising Demand

Dudley mental health assessments take 252 days

Patients in Dudley face waits up to 252 days for vital mental health assessments as referrals surge. Council invests £215k to tackle backlog. Read the latest developments.

Cradley Parish Council Plan Rejected After £8,000 Taxpayer-Funded Survey

Cradley rejects parish council in £8k survey

Dudley taxpayers foot an £8,000 bill for a feasibility study, with over 80% of Cradley residents voting against a new parish council. Discover the political fallout.

650 Homes Approved for Midlands' Largest Brownfield Site

650 Homes Approved for Dudley Brownfield Site

Dudley Council grants outline permission for 650 homes on the former Ketley Quarry site after resolving road access disputes. Discover the details of this major development.

Dudley Council Tenants Face £4.76 Weekly Rent Hike with Further Rise Possible

Dudley council rent could rise by £4.76 per week

Dudley Council tenants face a 4.8% rent increase, averaging £4.76 more per week. Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget could add another £2, pushing bills even higher. Discover the full impact.

Birmingham's New Cycle Route to A457 Dudley Road Moves Forward

Birmingham's New Cycle Route to A457 Advances

Birmingham Council launches public consultation for a permanent cycle route from the city centre to the A457 Dudley Road, aiming to create a safer, city-wide network and reduce car dependence.

High Caseloads Undermine Children's Services in Dudley Council

High Caseloads Impact Dudley Children's Services

Ofsted inspectors found high caseloads are hindering Dudley Council's children's services. While social workers are dedicated, service delivery remains inconsistent. Read the full report.

Merry Hill Black Friday: Up to 70% Off Major Brands

Merry Hill Black Friday: Up to 70% Off Deals

Get ready for huge Black Friday savings at Merry Hill shopping centre on November 28. Discover discounts of up to 70% on fashion, homeware, toys, and beauty from major brands.

Police hunt three after stolen bank cards used at Dudley petrol station

Police hunt three over stolen bank cards in Dudley

West Midlands Police release CCTV images of three suspects after stolen bank cards were used at a Dudley petrol station. The cards were taken from a car on Grosvenor Road. Contact police with info.

CCTV shows £3k stolen from 90-year-old's car boot in Dudley

£3k stolen from pensioner's car in Dudley

Police release CCTV of three men wanted after £3,000 was stolen from a 90-year-old man's car boot in Dudley. The victim had just withdrawn the cash. Contact police with information.

Dudley Council's SEND Plan Sparks Warning Over Pupil Outcomes

Headteacher warns against 'putting a price on SEND'

As Dudley Council plans to cut costs by bringing SEND pupils back from independent schools, a headteacher cautions that educational quality must come before budgets. Discover the full story.

Dudley's children's services 'inadequate' due to staff shortages

Dudley children's services 'inadequate'

A new report reveals staffing crises and poor collaboration are hampering child protection in Dudley. Council committee demands urgent improvements.

Dudley Tory Defections to Reform UK Spark By-Election Row

Dudley Tory councillors defect to Reform UK

Two Dudley Conservative councillors defect to Reform UK, sparking a political storm. Council leader demands by-elections as 'turquoise wave' claims momentum. Read the full story.

Dudley Council's £55m savings hailed as 'exceptional' amid cuts criticism

Dudley Council's £55m savings spark cuts row

Dudley Council's Conservative leadership celebrates £55.7m budget savings while Labour warns of devastating cuts to vulnerable residents' services and staff pressures.

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