Unveiled for the first time at the Sandwell Community Show, the new double-decker Eco Bus project has been funded and managed by Serco as part of its comprehensive programme to manage and improve the Council

The refurbished and refitted Eco Bus aims to provide a fun, interactive and informative classroom where youngsters can learn more about environmental responsibilities and the importance of reducing, reusing and recycling waste from the home.

The interior features worktops made from recycled Coke bottles, and the enthusiastic support of local school children has contributed directly to the decoration, which includes winning designs from a special competition that attracted more than 2,500 entries.

Education

The intensive programme of school visits starts on 13 September with a visit to King George V Primary School in West Bromwich, and all primary schools within the borough will be visited during the next 12 months. Each visit will include a series of activities, workshops and games for all young visitors with themes based on recycling, litter picking, planting, composting and understanding renewable resources.

an inspirational project, Cllr Derek Rowley, cabinet member for neighbourhood services.

Darrel Moore