Hairdresser Blocks Roadworks After Parking Disruptions Threaten Christmas Trade Sunday, December 21, 2025 hairdresser roadworks solihull parking disruption christmas business construction council customers Paula Burnham, owner of Luxe Hair Design and Gents Barber Shop in Solihull, found herself at the center of a frustrating situation just days before Christmas. Arriving to open her salon on December 18th, she was confronted by … Read More
‘Significant Step Forward’ for Ambitious Kingshurst Regeneration Project Thursday, December 18, 2025 kingshurst regeneration solihull council housing community construction development health planning Senior Solihull councillors have given their support to the next phase of the ambitious regeneration of Kingshurst village centre, marking a crucial milestone in the project’s progress. The large-scale revitalisation received … Read More
Willenhall Businessman Seeks £260,000 Compensation Over Railway Disruption Impact Thursday, December 18, 2025 willenhall railway compensation business insolvency kier construction disruption localeconomy crisis Russell Eynon, owner of Willenhall-based Arx Apparel and PPE, is demanding £260,720 in compensation amid ongoing financial hardship linked to disruption caused by the development of a new railway station. The business, … Read More
Lidl's Bilston Store to be Rebuilt with Modern Facilities Following Council Approval Thursday, December 18, 2025 lidl bilston wolverhampton supermarket development planning regeneration parking retail construction Lidl has received approval from the City of Wolverhampton Council to demolish its outdated Bilston High Street store and construct a new, modern supermarket. The current store has been described by Lidl as “poor quality and … Read More
1,200 Homes Approved on Shirley Green Belt as Planning Chief Finds It 'Hard to Refuse' Monday, December 15, 2025 housing greenbelt planning solihull shirley development infrastructure community council construction A major housing development proposal to build around 1,200 homes on green belt land in Shirley has been approved by Solihull Council’s planning committee, despite concerns from local residents and councillors. The double … Read More
Midlands Car Wash Forced to Demolish Unauthorized Building Following Council Orders Sunday, December 14, 2025 carwash enforcement planning appeal demolition dudley traffic noise blackheath construction A car wash business located on Shell Corner near Blackheath has been ordered to demolish a building erected without planning permission. Hot Wheelz Car Wash Ltd, based on Belgrave Road, was served an enforcement notice by … Read More