Tyler-Jesse Ryan

Sandwell Local Plan - Approval of Main Modifications

From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 4th February, 2026 3.30 pm - February 04, 2026

...the Cabinet of Sandwell decided to approve the main modifications to the Sandwell Local Plan, which aim to resolve soundness and legal compliance issues identified during its examination.

For Determination

Medium-Term Financial Strategy and Draft Budget 2026/27

From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 4th February, 2026 3.30 pm - February 04, 2026

...the Medium-Term Financial Strategy and Draft Budget for 2026/27, including a 4.99% Council Tax increase, efficiency measures, and capital programme allocations, were approved.

Recommendations Approved

Scrutiny Review - Safer Neighbourhoods and Active Communities Scrutiny Board - Recommendations

From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 4th February, 2026 3.30 pm - February 04, 2026

...approved recommendations aimed at strengthening community cohesion by improving access to English language courses, creating a community asset map, and promoting inclusive events.

Recommendations Approved

Drug Strategy Grant: Drug and Alcohol Treatment and Recovery Improvement Grant (DATRIG)

From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 4th February, 2026 3.30 pm - February 04, 2026

...approved the distribution of the Drug and Alcohol Treatment and Recovery Improvement Grant (DATRIG) for substance misuse treatment and recovery, and for Individual Placement and Support (IPS), for the financial years 2026/27 to 2028/29, and approved variations to the Adult Alcohol and Drug Service Contract to fund additional enhanced provision.

For Determination

Delegation of powers to approve major transport schemes to the Black Country Joint Executive Committee

From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 4th February, 2026 3.30 pm - February 04, 2026

Recommendations Approved