Kate Goodall, top Walsall Council operative and top human dynamo behind Walsall Neighbourhoods, asked me last week if I might share this with the readers. Of course, I’m only too happy to do so.

Please accept my apologies for not getting it sorted sooner, but the checks are still running until Saturday at various venues – please call the number (01922) 652246 to book an appointment. We all know elderly folk who won’t throw anything out, but an old electric blanket really can be a killer.

Please, if you know of anyone who may benefit from this free service, please do spread the word. Electrical safety is vitally important. Don’t leave it to chance…