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Press releases - January 2007

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New Chief Executive already making her mark - 31 Jan
	Lesley Roberts, the new chief executive of Wolverhampton Homes, doesn’t officially start work until March 5, but she is already making her mark.

New entertainment section on Wolverhampton City Council website - 31 Jan
	A new section has been added to the Wolverhampton City Council website to help people find out all the latest information.

Wolverhampton libraries' first Green Week - 30 Jan
	Wolverhampton libraries' first Green Week Released: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 Libraries throughout Wolverhampton will be working in partnership with the BBC next week as part of its Breathing Places campaign to encourage people to get involved in nature and their local environment.

Casino decision for Wolverhampton - 30 Jan
	Wolverhampton has been selected as a location for a new casino it has been announced today (Tuesday January 30).

Forthcoming mayoral charity events - 29 Jan
	Wolverhampton Mayor, Councillor John Davis, is hosting a concert next week in the Civic Suite with all proceeds to his designated charities, Compton Hospice, Acorn Children’s Hospice and Kids4Kids a charity providing goats for need families in Africa.

Use real nappies and save £500 - 29 Jan
	A campaign has been launched to encourage Wolverhampton parents to buy reusable nappies. A campaign has been launched to encourage Wolverhampton parents to buy reusable nappies. Switching from disposable to cloth nappies can save the average family £500 a year. They are also better for the environment because they can be washed and reused instead of thrown away.

Summer Row statement - 26 Jan
	Wolverhampton City Council is working with Multi Development UK Ltd to address local concerns about the forthcoming Summer Row Development.

Wolverhampton schools among top 100 most improved in the country - 26 Jan
	Wolverhampton primary schools among the top 100 most improved in the country have been congratulated on the achievement.

Celebration of pupils' role in building a model community - 25 Jan
	A special event will take place tomorrow (Friday, January 26) to say thank-you to pupils from three Bilston primary schools for their help.

Football coaching course - 25 Jan
	People interested in becoming qualified football coaches can register on a new course in Wolverhampton.

Maintaining the massive pace of improvement - 24 Jan
	The following statement was issued jointly by Cllr Pat Byrne, chair of the board of Wolverhampton Homes and Cllr Peter Bilson, Cabinet member for Regeneration and Enterprise following the announcement that Wolverhampton City Council Cabinet has today (January 24, 2007) approved an average increase for council tenants of 4.25 per cent from April.

A helping hand for the Grand - 24 Jan
	Wolverhampton City Council’s Shopmobility service has helped the Grand Theatre entertain the crowds this winter by providing a motorised scooter.

Food allergy advice packs available to caterers - 24 Jan
	Wolverhampton City Council is working in partnership with local authorities across the West Midlands to supply catering businesses with information.

Tenancy Audits: Getting to Know Our Tenants Better - 23 Jan
	Wolverhampton Homes is launching a programme of tenancy audits to update the information about the City Council’s tenants which will help us to get to know tenants better and to help plan for the future of the service. The visits will also help to ensure the tenants are receiving the services they need, that they are complying with their tenancy obligations and that they are the legal tenant as described on the tenancy agreement.

Local derby match day advice - 23 Jan
	Police in Wolverhampton are advising motorists to expect some diversions on city centre roads on Sunday (28 January) for the Wolverhampton Wanderers v West Bromwich Albion FA Cup fourth round fixture at 12noon.

Taxi marshalling scheme on the move - 23 Jan
	Visitors to Wolverhampton city centre will continue to benefit from the taxi marshalling scheme which is in operation to help.

West Park guided walk - 22 Jan
	Wolverhampton residents have the chance to find out more about their city’s landmark Victorian park at a guided walk this coming Sunday (JAN 28).

Mayor to mark Holocaust Memorial Day - 19 Jan
	Wolverhampton Mayor, Councillor John Davis, will be attending a multi-faith service at the city’s Cenotaph in St Peter’s Gardens next Saturday (January 27th) to mark Holocaust Memorial Day.

Bird watch at Hickman Park - 19 Jan
	An organised bird watch will take place at Bilston’s Hickman Park on January 27. People are invited to come and learn more about the birds.

Housing finance and rents 2007/08 - 18 Jan
	Wolverhampton City Council has received from Government details of the 2007/08 Housing Subsidy Determination.

Temporary closure of Warstones library - 18 Jan
	Warstones Library will close for three weeks while repair work is carried out to the roof of the building.

Box Office move is just the ticket - 16 Jan
	Wolverhampton City Council’s Midland Box Office has today moved its daytime operation to a new purpose-built venue.

Awards ceremony honours Council staff - 15 Jan
	Dedicated staff from Wolverhampton City Council will be celebrating recent successes in training and qualifications at a special awards ceremony.

Temporary closure of Central Baths swimming pool - 15 Jan
	The swimming pool at Central Baths is to close for two weeks while essential repairs are completed.

More school governors appointed to Wolverhampton schools - 12 Jan
	Another 10 school governors have been appointed to schools across Wolverhampton.

Changes to parking enforcement keep Wolverhampton moving - 12 Jan
	Wolverhampton City Council will take over responsibility for enforcing parking regulations from West Midlands Police next month.

Wolverhampton pupils choosing healthy school meals - 11 Jan
	Children in Wolverhampton are giving the thumbs up to healthy school meals thanks to a wide variety of tasty options encouraging pupils into the dining halls.

Thanks a million! - 11 Jan
	THAT was the message from the Safer Wolverhampton Partnership last night (Tuesday) as they honoured 15 of Wolverhampton’s most public spirited.

Volunteer Task at Smestow Valley Local Nature Reserve - 11 Jan
	Wolverhampton City Council is looking for volunteers to help carry out improvements to a nature reserve.

Key stage 4 and post achievement and attainment tables - 11 Jan
	Councillor Geoff Foster, Wolverhampton’s cabinet member for schools, said: “Attainment and achievement tables have been released today for all local authorities showing GCSE and post-16 performance.

Calling all budding artists - 11 Jan
	Budding young artists in Wolverhampton could see their designs appear across the city thanks to a new poster competition.

Stafford road to become Wolverhampton's first red route this spring - 10 Jan
	A main road into Wolverhampton city centre will be designated as a Red Route this spring in an effort to improve traffic movement.

Wolverhampton's E-confident pupils win accolade from Minister - 10 Jan
	Government schools minister Jim Knight has praised pupils at St Alban's Primary School, in Wednesfield, for their use of information technology

Prioritising local issues and future developments for Bilston East - 9 Jan
	Residents from Wolverhampton’s Bilston East ward are being invited to an open meeting to prioritise the issues that matter to them.

New look what's on where guide out now - 5 Jan
	The new-look What’s on Where guide is out now with information on a host of entertainment events which will leave Wolverhampton people spoilt for choice in the New Year.

First Alz café meeting of 2007 - 5 Jan
	The Wolverhampton branch of the Alzheimer Café UK will meet next week to offer support and information for people with dementia and their families.

Promoting the benefits of swimming - 4 Jan
	There has been some highly inaccurate reporting in the local and national media about the Council’s participation in the Kellogg’s Swim Active Scheme.

Press Statement - Swim Active Sessions - 3 Jan
	Statemebt by Councillor John Reynolds, Wolverhampton City Council cabinet member for leisure and culture concerning recent media coverage of Swim Active sessions.

Have your say on the Housing Strategy - 2 Jan
	Wolverhampton residents are being asked to give their views on the city’s housing strategy.

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