‘Do Not Stop’: Birmingham’s Oldest Swimming Baths Make a Splash with Major Restoration Wednesday, May 27, 2026 heritage swimming restoration birmingham community baths preservation edwardian campaign accessibility A powerful message of perseverance has emerged from Birmingham’s successful campaign to save Moseley Road Baths, the city’s oldest swimming baths. After years of dedicated effort, the future of this cherished heritage site … Read More
RNLI Urges Caution as Four Teenagers Die in Open Water During Heatwave Wednesday, May 27, 2026 rnli coldwatershock openwatersafety heatwave drowning teenagers emergencyservices midlands bankholiday watersafety The RNLI has issued a stark warning about the dangers of open water swimming after four teenagers, including a girl from the Midlands, tragically lost their lives over the Bank Holiday weekend heatwave. Despite … Read More
New Traditional Irish Pub Éimear’s Set to Open on Birmingham’s Broad Street Wednesday, May 27, 2026 irish pub birmingham broadstreet hospitality livemusic sports sisterbar community opening sport Excitement is building as Éimear’s, a traditional Irish pub, prepares to open its doors on Broad Street, Birmingham, on Friday, May 29. Situated in the former Players nightclub, this new venue joins the vibrant scene … Read More
Liberal Democrat Leader Set to Become Birmingham City Council Head Amid Coalition Talks Wednesday, May 27, 2026 birmingham council politics coalition liberaldemocrats greens leadership localgovernment negotiations harmer The Liberal Democrat group leader on Birmingham City Council is emerging as the frontrunner to become the city’s next council leader, as talks continue behind closed doors to form a left-leaning coalition. Discussions between … Read More
The Poshest Town in the Midlands: Just 15 Minutes from Birmingham Wednesday, May 27, 2026 birmingham bromsgrove midlands wealth deprivation property housing commuter westmidlands poverty Birmingham is often highlighted for its significant levels of deprivation. A recent study revealed that the six poorest areas in England are all located within the city, with thousands of children affected by poverty. … Read More
M5 Worcestershire Traffic Live: Lorry Fire Closes Busy Motorway Overnight Wednesday, May 27, 2026 m5 worchestershire traffic lorry fire motorway emergency closure incident delays A severe disruption on the M5 in Worcestershire has occurred overnight following a lorry fire that forced the closure of the busy motorway. Emergency services rushed to the scene to tackle the blaze and ensure public safety. … Read More