Westmidlands

Thursday, February 26, 2026 sandwell midlands westmidlands firsttimebuyers affordablehousing birmingham propertymarket commutertown lloydsbank houseprices

First-time buyers are increasingly turning to Sandwell, a borough in the West Midlands, to purchase affordable homes and get onto the property ladder. According to a recent study by Lloyds Bank, Sandwell ranks second … Read More

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 robbery suspect birmingham police westmidlands abraobaptista crimestoppers emergency public appeal

West Midlands Police have launched an urgent appeal to find Abrao Baptista, a 24-year-old suspect wanted in connection with a robbery in Birmingham. The police are actively seeking the public’s assistance in locating him. … Read More

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 sprint electric westmidlands transport buses a34 a45 publictransport infrastructure accessibility sport

The West Midlands Combined Authority has taken a significant step forward in the long-planned Sprint bus project by approving the purchase of 24 tram-style electric buses. This investment aims to revolutionize travel along … Read More

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 westmidlands india trademission economy investment tourism manufacturing technology automotive ukindiatrade

A trade mission to India presents a significant opportunity for economic growth in the West Midlands, according to regional leaders. The success of this initiative, they emphasize, hinges on how effectively it is executed. … Read More

Sunday, February 22, 2026 birmingham snobs nightclub assault police investigation publicappeal westmidlands crime identification

West Midlands Police are appealing to the public for help in identifying a woman in connection with an assault at Snobs nightclub on Broad Street, Birmingham. Despite ongoing investigations, officers have not yet been able to … Read More

Saturday, February 21, 2026 westmidlands transport funding rosewellreview infrastructure investment governance projects communities economy

Transport leaders in the West Midlands are optimistic that a comprehensive redesign of funding strategies for major infrastructure projects will yield the greatest benefits for local communities. The West Midlands Combined … Read More