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BBC News
05-04-2025
- General
- BBC News
Cash grants to help Wolverhampton communities mark VE Day
Road closure fees have been waived and cash is up for grabs as Wolverhampton residents are urged to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE (Victory in Europe) was the day the European phase of World War Two ended, with the unconditional surrender of all Nazi German forces to the Allies on 8 May 1945. City of Wolverhampton Council said grants of up to £250 were available per Obaida Ahmed said: "We want to see Wolverhampton come alive with celebrations, from intimate neighbourhood gatherings to grand street parties." The Allies' defeat of Japan, or VJ (Victory over Japan) Day, came later the same year on 15 added both anniversaries were a powerful reminder of shared history and the enduring spirit of community. The council is inviting residents to hold VE Day celebrations from Bank Holiday Monday on 5 May to 11 have included organising community gatherings in parks, green spaces or community could also have street parties or neighbourhood celebrations in driveways, front gardens or shared parking areas, the council said. Follow BBC Wolverhampton & Black Country on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
BBC News
04-04-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Wolverhampton's archive service retains top accreditation
Wolverhampton City Archives says it has retained prestigious accreditation acknowledging its high standards in preserving key collections and service, at the Molineux Hotel Building on Whitmore Hill contains a wealth of material including maps, books, census returns and electoral a three-year review inspection, National Archives said the service provided an excellent standard of customer service, preserved collections in line with national standards and was "a robust, sustainable" than 3,000 people made use of the free service in 2024/5, the first time that number was reached since before the pandemic and a 23% rise on the previous year, the city council said. The service was first awarded the Archive Service Accreditation in Archives said following its inspection it was "impressed by the progress made around digital preservation since the award of accreditation and the efforts made by the service regarding succession planning".Council cabinet member for digital and community Obaida Ahmed congratulated staff, adding the recognition was "testament to the excellent service the team offer to residents and visitors to the city"."It is a valuable resource and is well utilised in the city by those wanting to research and explore the rich history that we have of Wolverhampton and its people." Follow BBC Wolverhampton & Black Country on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
