Aldridge Residents Rally Against Green Belt Housing Plans Amid Concerns Over Environment and Infrastructure Sunday, February 22, 2026 aldridge greenbelt housing development environment infrastructure planning community opposition walsall Residents of Aldridge are voicing strong opposition to planned developments proposing thousands of new homes on the town’s green belt. Their concerns extend beyond the environmental impact to worries about overcrowded roads, … Read More
Ray of Hope for Birmingham Residents Amid Council Crisis, But Challenges Remain Thursday, February 5, 2026 birmingham council finance budget labour opposition strike oracle equalpay services After a turbulent period marked by financial turmoil, Birmingham City Council has announced a significant milestone: it is no longer ‘bankrupt.’ This declaration brings a glimmer of hope to the city’s residents, though … Read More
No Decision Made on 'Golden Handcuff' Bonuses for Senior Officers at Midlands Council Saturday, January 10, 2026 goldenhandcuffs retention worcestershire council bonuses reorganisation opposition paycuts governance staffing Worcestershire County Council has yet to make a decision regarding a controversial proposal to offer ‘golden handcuff’ bonuses to senior officers in an effort to retain them ahead of upcoming local government … Read More
Sutton Coldfield ‘Under Attack’ as Green Belt Building Plans Spark Outcry Sunday, December 7, 2025 suttoncoldfield greenbelt housing development planning conservation birmingham consultation landuse opposition Proposals to develop large portions of Sutton Coldfield’s Green Belt—including plans for thousands of new homes and industrial sites—have been met with strong opposition, described by local leaders as an “attack on the town.” … Read More
Birmingham City Council Meeting Erupts Over Bins Strike and Financial Fallout Wednesday, December 3, 2025 birmingham council strike bins labour opposition negotiations finance leadership dispute Tensions ran high at a recent Birmingham City Council meeting as frustration over a year-long bins strike reached a boiling point. The strike has cost the council an estimated £14 million, sparking outrage from both … Read More
Planning Inspector Rejects Proposal for New Four-Bedroom Home in Solihull Sunday, November 30, 2025 planning housing solihull appeal development residents council inspectorate architecture opposition A planning inspector has dismissed an appeal to build a new four-bedroom detached house on a green space at the corner of Whitefields Crescent, Solihull, following strong opposition from local residents who argued it would … Read More