Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

Welcome

Scam mailings campaign

Dudley trading standards are urging people to hand over scam mailings they have received as part of a national campaign.

The Office of Fair Trading’s scams awareness month, known as Scamnesty, runs from February 1 to 26.

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Spotlight on ... new 0300 contact numbers

Dudley Council’s key customer contact numbers are changing to ensure they are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The new 0300 numbers will remain in operation during this time.

Key customer contact 0300 numbers are:

Dudley Council Plus – 0300 555 2345
Housing Repairs Management Centre – 0300 555 8283

Callpay (24 hour automated payment line) - 0300 555 7000
Council tax benefits and housing benefits – 0300 555 8100
Revenues (council tax and business rates) – 0300 555 8000

Emergency duty team (out of hours social care) - 0300 555 8574

:: more on 0300 numbers for council

Burnt Tree improvements

A major road improvement scheme at Burnt Tree island is currently ongoing. Works, set to last 21 months, started in August 2009.

:: more on burnt tree improvements

How every pound is spent

Council tax rates for borough residents are one of the lowest in the West Midlands and one of the lowest in the country.

:: more on how every pound is spent

Dudley means business

During these difficult economic times, many individuals and businesses are becoming increasingly concerned about how they will cope. We hope there is support and advice for you here.

:: more on Dudley means business

Meanwhile Dudley Council has unveiled a 10 point action plan to support local people and businesses.

:: more on ten point plan