A SERIES of tenants and residents meetings are being held across Dudley Borough during April.

The meetings are a way for local residents to take an active role in the running of their communities with groups discussing issues relating to the estates as well as ideas of how improvements can be made to enrich resident’s lives.

Together with the meetings, Dudley Council has released an updated handbook to keep tenants informed about their rights and responsibilities.

The guide contains information and guidance about tenancies, including welfare reforms, paying rent, repairs and maintenance, how to become involved in the running of their estates, service standards and housing options.

Councillor Gaye Partridge, cabinet member for housing, said: “I want to ensure that all our tenants know and understand their rights and responsibilities when it comes to the service provided by housing services.

“The tenants’ handbook is a good quality document which puts everything in one, easy to find, place.

“I hope all Dudley Council tenants find this an invaluable tool for the future.”

The handbook is available to download at www.dudley.gov.uk/resident/housing/council-housing/tenants-handbook

 

Dudley Borough Tenants and Residents meetings for April:

Brierley Hill

Corbyns Bromley TRA, general public meeting, April 13, The Senior Citizens Club at 7pm

Parkes Street TRA, annual general meeting, April 20, The Limes Social Club from 7.30pm

Dudley

Hollyhall & Woodside TRA, general public meeting, April 7, Woodside Community Centre from 7pm

Saltwells TRA, community action day, April 8, Spring Meadow Road from 11am until 3pm

Ellowes Hall & area TRA, general public meeting, April 9, The British Legion from 7pm

Bowling Green TRA, general public meeting, April 14, Saltwells ECD from 7.30pm

Wells & Manor TRA, general public meeting, April 15, Trinity Church from 2pm

Old Park Farm TRA, annual general meeting, April 20, Sycamore Centre from 7pm

Ellowes Hall TRA, litter pick, April 25, Ellowes hall School, from 9.30am until 1pm

Stourbridge

Green Street Gardens TRA, general public meeting, April 23, Baylie Court meeting room from 7pm

Anyone who wishes to attend the meetings should call 01384 815168 to ensure the meeting is still taking place, as they may be subject to change.