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We have collated a list of numbers for companies and services in the local area that you may find useful.
Useful Numbers and Websites
Transco: 0800 111 999
Severn Trent: 0345 750 0500
South Staffs Water: 0800 389 1011
Walsall Council Tax: 0300 555 2852
Walsall Benefit services:0300 555 2855
Walsall refuse collection: 01922 650000
Birmingham Council Tax: 0121-303-1113
Birmingham Benefit services: 0121-464-7000
Birmingham refuse collection: 0121 303 1112
Solihull Council Tax:0121 704 8100
Solihull Benefit Services: 0121 704 8200
Solihull refuse collection: 0121 704 8000
Sandwell council Tax: 0121 368 1155
Sandwell Benefit services: 0121 368 0800
Sandwell refuse collection: 0121 368 1177
Universal Credit: 0345 600 0723
Employment support allowance: 0345 608 8545
HMRC Tax Credits: 0345 300 3900
Child Benefit: 0300 200 3100
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Exercise
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Eat Well
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Alcohol advice
Advice and support for cutting down the amount of alcohol you drink
Quit smoking
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Addiction support
Help and support for addiction, including drug and gambling addictions
Sexual health
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Bone health
Advice about keeping your bones healthy
Pain
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Healthy teeth and gums
Information and advice about looking after your teeth and gums
Seasonal health
Advice about staying healthy during winter and summer
How to wash your hands
Step-by-step guide to washing your hands
When your child is too ill for school
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