Dudley Federation of Tenants and Residents Associations (D.F.T.R.A)

12/06/2026

Home Affairs - Your Borough, Your Home

As part of new ways of working at the council, future editions of Home Affairs will be digital only and published on the council website.

You can also sign-up to receive a Home Affairs eBulletin sent direct to your inbox here: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKDUDLEYMBC/subscriber/new?qsp=CODE_RED

The latest edition can be viewed here: https://www.dudley.gov.uk/media-centre/communications/your-borough-your-home/

12/06/2026

Safe & Sound, Dudley’s Community Safety Partnership, is urging residents to be aware that incidents of domestic abuse can rise around major football matches – and to look out for the signs and know where to get help.

Research from the Crown Prosecution Service highlights a concerning link between football results and domestic abuse, finding incidents increase by 38% when England lose and 26% even when they win. Locally, partners are reminding people that abuse is never acceptable – whatever the score.

Domestic abuse affects both women and men. The latest Crime Survey for England and Wales (year ending March 2025) estimates 2.2 million women and 1.5 million men experienced domestic abuse in the past year – showing it can happen to anyone.

As the excitement of major tournaments builds, Safe & Sound is asking friends, family members and colleagues to remain alert and to check in on those they care about.

Abuse can affect anyone – women and men – and there is no excuse for it. Domestic abuse is not always physical and can include emotional, financial or controlling behaviour. If you are worried about yourself or someone you know, help is available, whether someone is ready to leave a relationship or not.

https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKDUDLEYMBC/bulletins/41b8033

12/06/2026

Darby End Tenants & Residents Association have their Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 16th June. If you're a tenant or resident in the area please come along!
West Midlands Fire Service will also be in attendance to give a fire safety talk 😃

08/06/2026

Well done to all involved!

02/06/2026

Dudley is set to benefit from £20 million of investment over the next 10 years after government approval of new regeneration plans.

The funding will support improvements in areas from Priory to Dudley Wood, including Netherton and Dudley town centres. Key priorities include:

- Improving public spaces and local heritage
- Reducing crime and improving safety
- Supporting young people and families
- Strengthening community spirit
- A Community Grants Fund will launch on 5th June with local groups able to apply for up to £20,000 to deliver projects that make a difference in their area.

👉 A launch event is being held on 5th June from 10am to 1pm at DY1 Community Centre for groups to find out more about the Community Grants Fund, the eligibility criteria and how to apply.

Register for a place here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pride-in-place-community-grants-launch-event-tickets-1989380264925?aff=oddtdtcreator

More information can be found here: https://www.regeneratingdudley.org.uk/pride-in-place

Grant guidance can be seen here: https://us17.mailchimp.com/mctx/clicks?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmcusercontent.com%2Fa453736b665fac912865fd62f%2Ffiles%2F60545059-8110-fa0c-d4e4-738ee64c3dca%2FCommunity_Grants_Guidance_Document_2026.pdf&xid=1249294a31&uid=213725986&iid=aa35e453fb&pool=cts&v=2&c=1780477512&h=0a100daf4b4e738589de5e516727a318efe1e69042f88ca0bf6c23f8a598014e

19/05/2026

01/05/2026

Ellowes Hall & Area Tenant's & Resident's Association - TRA have a General Meeting on Monday 18th May, if you're a tenant or resident in the area please come along!

22/04/2026

The goal posts were removed from Kent Road Park during the pandemic.

This consultation is your opportunity to give your views and opinions on the proposed placement of the pitch along with any other comments. We have put together a plan and would like you to vote on these proposals.

There will be a consultation event in the park on Saturday 9th May, 11am to 2pm.

Please note we will only accept one submission per household. Only comments relevant to this survey will be accepted.

Please either scan the QR code or use the following link https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/2UjKDdaM3Y to complete the form online.
Closing date is Wednesday 13th May 2026.

17/04/2026

Social Tenant Access to Information Requirements (STAIRS)

Access to information is not an optional extra. It is part of delivering good social housing services.

Let's look at what STAIRS could mean in practice for both the tenants and landlords perspective, as well as the opportunities and challenges it presents.

Caritas Charles has broken it down for you into:
- What is STAIRS?
- Why STAIRS Matters Now
- What it Means For Engaged Tenants
- What it Means For Less Engaged Tenants
- What Could Change in Practice
- Challenges Landlords Will Need to Address
- Opportunities for Tenant Groups and Scrutiny Panels
- What this Means for the Future of Tenant Voice

Link to the blog is in the comments

12/04/2026

Beacon hill tenants & residents association have a General Meeting on Thursday 16th April, if you're a tenant or resident in the area please come along!