Dudley North MP Ian Austin is calling on the government to provide more apprenticeships for young people in the Black Country.
It comes during National Apprenticeship week, which celebrates apprenticeships and the positive impact they have on individuals, local communities and the wider economy.
Government statistics show there was a drop in the number of apprenticeships for under 24 year-olds in Dudley North, from 600 in 2014, to 530 in 2017.
Tipton residents reassured over Christmas light rumours
People in Tipton are being reassured that there will be a Christmas lights switch on and other festive events in the town this year.
It's 'Izzy Wizzy, lets get busy' as Sooty and Richard Cadell join the Grand Theatre pantomime!
Teddy bear royalty will star in this year’s production of 'Sleeping Beauty' alongside Debbie McGee, Doreen Tipton and Ian Adams.
Andy Street calls for 'Clean Air Revolution' in the West Midlands
A coalition to lead the way in tackling air pollution responsible for hundreds of premature deaths every year is needed in the West Midlands, the region’s mayor has said.
Dudley Zoo say 'Guten Tag' to Ellie the Binturong
The new arrival has been welcomed at Dudley Zoo after arriving from Germany to join her new boyfriend, Elliot.
Names needed for new Shire horses at Forge Mill Farm
Forge Mill Farm at Sandwell Valley Country Park has welcomed two rare new additions – a duo of young Shire horses.
Armed Forces Day set to mark centenaries
It’s a centenary special at this year’s Armed Forces Day, with the Dudley Council event set to mark 100 years since the formation of the Royal Air Force and the end of World War I next weekend.
Council reminds residents to be recycle-savvy during World Cup
Footie fans are reminded to toss those empties into their recycling box rather than the bin during the World Cup.
It's a new era for transport as regions tram system relaunches
Tram passengers will see lower fares and new ticket packages with the launch of a new era for Metro services.
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Raising fund for the work of Bethel Chapel in Wollescote, partly to buy an Automated External Defibrillator.
at Wollescote Community Centre
This singing group is for people living with dementia and their carers.
at Rear Of All Saints Church Hall (social Club)
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