The Hidden Crisis in Birmingham’s Sewers: Why Blockages Are Getting Worse Every Year Monday, December 22, 2025 sewage blockages pollution birmingham water hygiene fatbergs environment sanitation drainage From a small metal walkway above the Minworth sewage treatment plant, the smell is unmistakable—a grim wave of odour rising from the murky brown water flowing in from Birmingham and the Black Country. This massive facility … Read More
Planners Reject Proposed Housing Estate in Hockley Heath Citing Flooding Concerns Tuesday, December 16, 2025 hockleyheath solihull planning flooding greenbelt housing development infrastructure drainage floodrisk Solihull planners have refused a proposal to build 80 homes in the village of Hockley Heath, responding to significant flooding concerns raised by local residents. The Roscon Group had sought outline planning permission to … Read More
Around 10 Tonnes of Debris Removed Daily from Birmingham’s Sewer System Tuesday, November 25, 2025 sewer cleanup blockages birmingham severntrent drainage debris environment infrastructure maintenance Birmingham’s underground sewer system is undergoing a major cleanup as workers remove an average of 10 tonnes of debris each day. Severn Trent teams are extracting wet wipes, nappies, and other non-flushable items that have … Read More