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City of Wolverhampton Council will commit an additional £714,000 funding during 2026/27 to tackle rogue landlords and maximise enforcement to protect residents when it comes to housing in the private rented sector. The move comes in preparation for the implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act from 1 May, which aims to improve tenant protections and …

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Fly tippers will have their images shared online as City of Wolverhampton Council continues its fight against the environmental crime. Photographs and footage of fly tipping offences will be shared on the council’s website and via neighbourhood social media platform Nextdoor to appeal for information to identify offenders. The move is an expansion of the council’s successful …

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City of Wolverhampton Council has invested in a new hi-tech camera car, boosting school patrols across the city and improving safety for pupils. Mobile Enforcement Vehicles (MEV) are equipped with an intelligent enforcement system which automatically capture evidence of those ignoring school keep clear zones – with fines then sent to drivers. The new vehicle, …

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The City of Wolverhampton Council’s hugely successful Yo! Active programme has been extended, with Wolves Foundation set to continue as lead provider. Launched in 2024 by the council, WV Active and Wolves Foundation, Yo! Active offers a wide range of free physical activity sessions across the council’s WV Active leisure centres and community venues. It …

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Some 94% of young people in Wolverhampton have secured a place at one of their preferred secondary schools, figures show. The allocation of places for pupils who will be starting secondary education for the first time this September was announced today (Monday 2 March, 2026). Councillor Jacqui Coogan, the City of Wolverhampton Council’s Cabinet Member …

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