A Campaign has been launched to encourage the use of contraception in a bid to cut down the number of unplanned pregnancies among young people in Sandwell which increases during the summer months.The Need Protection, Use Contraception campaign is also aimed at reducing sexually transmitted diseases and at raising awareness of services available to young people in the borough.
It is being jointly run by the Children and Young People’s Trust and the DECCA (Drug Education, Counselling and Confidential Advice) team.
Children and Young People’s services officer Anna Kaur said: “The summer …

Organisations that can offer you help with any housing issues. Are you struggling to pay your mortgage or rent, or facing repossession? Don’t ignore the threat of repossession – get advice and support as soon as possible. Advice on how to avoid repossession or eviction is available from the organisations below.

Sandwell Homes provides you with useful information on the services we offer regarding your home, tenancy and other related matters.
Direct Gov website holds information on how to keep your home including advice on mortgage and rent difficulties.
Citizens Advice Bureau provides free, …