Just under two miles from the busy Merry Hill shopping centre lies a small village that many of the shopping centre’s 15 million annual visitors pass by without a second glance. The shopping centre itself stands on the former …
New enforcement cameras have been activated in Blackheath town centre, signalling a fresh approach to controlling vehicle access in certain areas. Drivers are now required to adhere to recent restrictions, with penalties …
A driver in Birmingham was caught travelling at 46mph in a 20mph speed limit zone, marking the most severe case of speeding in such an area in the city this year. The incident occurred on Vincent Drive, a stretch of road that …
Birmingham’s courts saw a range of offenders sentenced in August, highlighting diverse criminal activities in the area. Among those jailed was a couple apprehended for making an illegal crossing in a small boat, a serious …
Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has disclosed a confidential honours “blacklist” comprising over 400 celebrities deemed ineligible for official gongs due to concerns over their tax affairs. The Sun on Sunday has …
Plans have been submitted to Solihull Council to convert a family home in Elmdon into a residential care home catering to adults with complex needs. The application, put forward by New Leaf Housing for Elmdon Home in Elmdon …
Dudley Council has declined planning permission for a residential development on the site of a former scout hut on Douglas Road, Dudley. The proposal involved constructing four two-bedroom apartments and two one-bedroom …
Complete Dental surgery in Bearwood Road, Bearwood, has lodged an appeal with government planning inspectors seeking approval to construct a three-storey extension, after Sandwell Council previously refused the larger …
The City of Wolverhampton Council is seeking to renew and expand existing restrictions on dog behaviour in public spaces through a public space protection order (PSPO) that aims to address the costs and challenges posed by …
A Birmingham-based firm has been fined after illegally dumping several items of furniture on a city street. RME Trades Ltd, located on Warstock Road, was prosecuted following the discovery of a bed base, mattress, and a large …
Negotiations between Birmingham City Council and Unite the Union over the prolonged bin strike continue to progress, with both parties refraining from sharing details with the public. The strike, now approaching 20 months in …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is launching a review of Pension Credit claims, requiring around 100,000 state pensioners to submit their bank statements. This move aims to verify whether claimants' financial …
Diwali, known as the ‘festival of lights’, is a joyful celebration observed across the globe. It is marked by the illumination of homes, shops and community spaces with candles and traditional lamps called ‘diyas’. The …
A former homeless man who assaulted an off-duty detective sergeant during a mental health crisis has been spared a prison sentence after making significant positive changes in his life. On 1 August 2024, Detective Sergeant …
Majid Mahmood, the former transport boss for Birmingham, has emphasised a critical risk factor in road safety following a recent series of fatal traffic accidents. During his tenure, Mahmood oversaw efforts when the city’s …