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Councillor Kerrie Carmichael @LeaderSandwell

Twitter account of Councillor Kerrie Carmichael, Leader of Sandwell Council and Blackheath ward councillor

Joined May 2019
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Hate crime can take many forms including violence, sexual assault, criminal damage, graffiti, threats of violence, blackmail and harassment. Report online, by phone or at any of our 44 third party reporting centres. #Safer6 #SaferSandwell #NationalHCAW
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
20 Oct 2023
As part of National Hate Crime Awareness Week, we've signed a community charter to reaffirm our commitment to tackling hate. This week, like all year round, we've worked with partner organisations to raise awareness with people of all ages. #Safer6 #SaferSandwell #NationalHCAW
Chief Executive Shokat Lal and Council Leader Councillor Kerrie Carmichael signed the charter this week.

ALT Chief Executive Shokat Lal and Council Leader Councillor Kerrie Carmichael signed the charter this week.

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Really pleased to be supporting the Council's campaign to encourage governor volunteering in Sandwell. There is so much to be gained from supporting our schools to thrive. @NGAMedia @CouncillorSimon @SIPS_Education @asgbsandwell
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
28 Feb 2024
👉Become a #schoolgovernor and make a difference! ❤️You could do something brilliant, volunteer to be a governor at a school in Sandwell and help ensure all children receive the education they deserve. Find out more: sandwell.gov.uk/schoolgovern… #VolunteerForEducation #SchoolGovDay
Image of a boy and a girl in school uniform holding a sign saying: apply to be a school governor! www.sandwell.gov.uk/schoolgovernors you could make the difference to a school near you

ALT Image of a boy and a girl in school uniform holding a sign saying: apply to be a school governor! www.sandwell.gov.uk/schoolgovernors you could make the difference to a school near you

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Thanks to Anjali and the team at @cmt_engineering for welcoming @sandwellcouncil Cabinet last week, for the tour and insight into how this historic Sandwell business invests in its workforce to guarantee its future success. You are a credit to the Borough.
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Councillor Kerrie Carmichael retweeted
Sandwell Business Growth@SandwellBG
21 Dec 2023
Have your say on the future of #SandwellValley @SandwellCouncil has opened a consultation on the Sandwell Valley Master Plan and is asking Sandwell residents and businesses for their views. sandwellbusinessgrowth.com/s…
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Sandwell Valley and Forge Mill Farm are local assets to be treasured throughout the year and are even more special at Christmas time. Always an enriching experience to visit and meet the team behind the exciting menu of events.
Charn Padda 4 Tipton Green@CharnPadda4TG
20 Dec 2023
Visited Sandwell Valley and Forge Mill Farm with Cabinet Colleagues today. Very encouraging to see various projects under way to enhance the facilities and increase residents participation. @sandwellcouncil @SandwellLabour @LeaderSandwell
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Councillor Kerrie Carmichael retweeted
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
22 Nov 2023
The Mayor and @leadersandwell welcomed women whose inspirational stories were nominated for recognition during #BlackHistoryMonth as part of our Saluting our Sisters project. sandwell.gov.uk/SalutingOurS… #CelebrateSandwell #BostinPeople
Image of the women whose inspirational stories were nominated for recognition during #BlackHistoryMonth when they joined us at Sandwell Council House, where they were thanked by the Mayor of Sandwell Councillor Bill Gavan and Council Leader Councillor Kerrie Carmichael.

ALT Image of the women whose inspirational stories were nominated for recognition during #BlackHistoryMonth when they joined us at Sandwell Council House, where they were thanked by the Mayor of Sandwell Councillor Bill Gavan and Council Leader Councillor Kerrie Carmichael.
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Councillor Kerrie Carmichael retweeted
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
14 Nov 2023
💷 Want to save money on your energy bills? ⚡ The Big Community Switch helps residents switch energy suppliers, move to a renewable electricity tariff and save money. 📌Register before 9 January for free and without obligation: sandwell.gov.uk/energyswitch #SupportingSandwell
Registration now open! Register today

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It was great to visit Warren's Hall Riding School in the heart of Sandwell to hear all about their future vision and the fun & inclusive environment they are creating for all, including working with SEN Students and Groups from local schools as well as Community Groups
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Central Library, High Street, West Bromwich, B70 8DZ: Every Tuesday, 10am to 4.30pm Blackheath Library, High Street, Blackheath, B65 0EA: Every Wednesday, 10am to 4.30pm
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
10 Nov 2023
💬 Did you know... we now have two community hubs in Blackheath and West Bromwich for when you need to speak to someone face-to-face?
Join us at our community hubs We now have community hubs where you can speak to someone face-to-face in West Bromwich and Blackheath

ALT Join us at our community hubs We now have community hubs where you can speak to someone face-to-face in West Bromwich and Blackheath
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As celebrations continue over this week I would like to wish you all a Happy Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
13 Nov 2023
🕯️ We would like to wish a Happy Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas to everyone celebrating these festivals in Sandwell over the weekend and throughout the week.
Wishing a very happy and safe Diwalis and Bandi Chhor Divas to everyone celebrating the festival of lights

ALT Wishing a very happy and safe Diwalis and Bandi Chhor Divas to everyone celebrating the festival of lights
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Thank you to all who attended the Sandwell services & parades over the weekend
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
13 Nov 2023
Thank you to everyone who attended #RemembranceSunday services over the weekend - and to our friends at Royal British Legion and our community groups for organising them. Thanks also to everyone who joined the parades across our towns. #WeWillRememberThem
Men pay their respects with standard flags at Oldbury war memorial

ALT Men pay their respects with standard flags at Oldbury war memorial

The Mayor lays a poppy wreath at the war memorial in Oldbury

ALT The Mayor lays a poppy wreath at the war memorial in Oldbury

Poppy wreaths at the war memorial in Oldbury

ALT Poppy wreaths at the war memorial in Oldbury

Police and cadets at the war memorial in Oldbury

ALT Police and cadets at the war memorial in Oldbury
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Councillor Kerrie Carmichael retweeted
Oldbury Police@OldburyWMP
13 Nov 2023
Today sees the launch of #OpSceptre. A week long intensification around Knife Crime. 🖇️lifeorknife.west-midlands.po… 🖇️youtu.be/hr64u8mgu1c #lifeorknife @WMPolice @SandwellPolice @sandwellcouncil
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Councillor Kerrie Carmichael retweeted
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
14 Nov 2023
A PSPO around barbecues and fires on public land is a new proposal. To have your say on the PSPO consultation, fill in the online form by Thursday at: consultationhub.sandwell.gov…
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Councillor Kerrie Carmichael retweeted
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
14 Nov 2023
With only two days left... have your say 👇
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
19 Sep 2023
🐕🔥🍺We want your views on how we can prevent and tackle nuisance drinking and dog mess, as well as barbecues and fires on public land in Sandwell. 📢To have your say, please visit our consultation hub and fill in the survey by Thursday 16 November. consultationhub.sandwell.gov…
Dog mess Nuisance drinking BBQs and fires on public land Have your say on how we tackle these issues in Sandwell by taking part in our Public Spaces Protection order consultation. For more information visit consultationhub.sandwell.gov.uk

ALT Dog mess Nuisance drinking BBQs and fires on public land Have your say on how we tackle these issues in Sandwell by taking part in our Public Spaces Protection order consultation. For more information visit consultationhub.sandwell.gov.uk

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Congratulations - Student Voice is an initiative run through St Michael’s C of E High School in Rowley Regis. Members raise awareness of local and national issues, offering a safe space to engage young people in school and community-based initiatives.
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
14 Nov 2023
💚Congratulations to Cape Community Day Care Centre, New Beginnings Community and Student Voice 🏆 These organisations have all been given the King's Award for Voluntary Service for the amazing work they do in the community #CelebrateSandwell #KAVS2023 sandwell.gov.uk/news/article…
New Beginnings Community

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Student Voice

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Cape Community Centre

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Congratulations - The New Beginnings Community, based in Smethwick, provides support for young families, providing activities for children under five, as well as running a Moses-basket-based baby bank.
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
14 Nov 2023
💚Congratulations to Cape Community Day Care Centre, New Beginnings Community and Student Voice 🏆 These organisations have all been given the King's Award for Voluntary Service for the amazing work they do in the community #CelebrateSandwell #KAVS2023 sandwell.gov.uk/news/article…
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Student Voice

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Lots of great events planned across the borough for our free Christmas Lights Switch on
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
14 Nov 2023
🎅🔔 We can't wait to welcome you to our free Christmas Lights Switch-on events, with the first starting THIS Friday 17 November. 💚💚 A big thank you to all of the the community groups who have helped organise these events. visitsandwell.com/christmasl…
Sandwell Christmas Lights Switch-on events wwwvisitsandwell.com/christmaslights New date: Crankhall Lane, Friary Park: Fri 17 Nov (4pm-7.30pm) Oldbury: Fri 17 Nov (5pm-7pm) Langley: Sat 18 Nov (5pm-7.30pm) Smethwick: Thu 23 Nov (6pm-7pm) Bearwood: Fri 24 Nov (5pm-6pm) Tipton: Fri 24 Nov (3pm-6.30pm) Wednesbury: Sat 25 Nov (1pm-6pm) West Bromwich: Sat 25 Nov (3pm-6pm) Blackheath: Fri 1 Dec (5pm-7pm)

ALT Sandwell Christmas Lights Switch-on events wwwvisitsandwell.com/christmaslights New date: Crankhall Lane, Friary Park: Fri 17 Nov (4pm-7.30pm) Oldbury: Fri 17 Nov (5pm-7pm) Langley: Sat 18 Nov (5pm-7.30pm) Smethwick: Thu 23 Nov (6pm-7pm) Bearwood: Fri 24 Nov (5pm-6pm) Tipton: Fri 24 Nov (3pm-6.30pm) Wednesbury: Sat 25 Nov (1pm-6pm) West Bromwich: Sat 25 Nov (3pm-6pm) Blackheath: Fri 1 Dec (5pm-7pm)

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Councillor Kerrie Carmichael retweeted
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
7 Nov 2023
Our bin lorries are proudly showing support for our Armed Forces with poppies on the front of a number of our vehicles Our waste management partner @SercoESUK, which employs thousands of veterans, army reservists and cadet instructors, has made a donation to the #PoppyAppeal
Image of a bin lorry with a large plastic poppy on the front and three men in orange high visibility jackets

ALT Image of a bin lorry with a large plastic poppy on the front and three men in orange high visibility jackets

A row of bin lorries with poppies on, photo taken at the dpot with a man in orange work clothes in the background.

ALT A row of bin lorries with poppies on, photo taken at the dpot with a man in orange work clothes in the background.

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If you or someone you know is in this situation, @BCWomensAid can support both the parent and the young person. Call 0121 553 0090 or visit:
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
8 Nov 2023
Adults aren’t the only victims of domestic abuse. Sadly, one in five children are exposed to domestic abuse Research has shown that talking to children about what’s happening can help them to feel less worried, confused and angry. #Safer6 #SaferSandwell
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Councillor Kerrie Carmichael retweeted
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
8 Nov 2023
Adults aren’t the only victims of domestic abuse. Sadly, one in five children are exposed to domestic abuse Research has shown that talking to children about what’s happening can help them to feel less worried, confused and angry. #Safer6 #SaferSandwell
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Councillor Kerrie Carmichael retweeted
Sandwell Council@sandwellcouncil
8 Nov 2023
🌳 Refuel with us in our Tea Room at Sandwell Valley Country Park 🥑We are offering two healthy and tasty breakfast dishes at discounted prices! 📆 Every Saturday ⏰ from 10 am – 11 am sandwell-valley.co.uk/svvc/
Park Run Special Every Saturday from 10am-11am Start strong and finish stronger with our park-run breakfast specials. Avocado Toast £6.50 Harissa Baked Eggs £5.50

ALT Park Run Special Every Saturday from 10am-11am Start strong and finish stronger with our park-run breakfast specials. Avocado Toast £6.50 Harissa Baked Eggs £5.50

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