Birmingham Community Rally to Secure Co-operative Development Amid Financial Challenge Tuesday, May 12, 2026 birmingham stirchley cooperative housing community development affordable greensquareaccord funding pershoreroad A promising community-led housing and retail project in Birmingham is approaching a pivotal moment, with local residents and businesses striving to secure ownership of a block of flats and shops designed for cooperative … Read More
Crumb and Play: A Unique Dutch Barn Soft Play Café and Garden Near Birmingham Tuesday, May 12, 2026 softplay family sustainability woodland dutchbarn playcafe lichfield ecofriendly childrensplay community When most of us think of soft play centres, images of bright plastic structures, harsh fluorescent lights, and uninspired snacks often come to mind. That’s what makes Crumb and Play such a refreshing change. Nestled inside a … Read More
DWP Jobcentre’s Approach Sparks Controversy in Middlesbrough’s Fight Against Unemployment Monday, May 11, 2026 middlesbrough unemployment benefits dwp jobcentre community employment deprivation mentalhealth council Middlesbrough, once a thriving industrial town, is now confronting alarming levels of unemployment and social challenges that have sparked debate about the role of local support systems. Reports suggest that some residents … Read More
Midland Tenants Voice Safety Concerns Over Hazardous Scaffolding at Warndon Flats Sunday, May 10, 2026 scaffolding safety platformhousing repairs tenants warndon worcester construction community security Tenants in Cranham Drive, Warndon, Worcester, have expressed growing frustration and safety concerns over scaffolding erected during ongoing communal stairwell repairs. Platform Housing initiated the work before Easter, yet … Read More
Surge in Flasher Incidents Alarms West Midlands Community Sunday, May 10, 2026 westmidlands police indecentexposure flashing crime publicsafety investigation community vigilance awareness West Midlands Police have issued a warning following a sharp rise in flasher incidents across the region. In 2025 alone, authorities recorded 501 cases of indecent exposure, signaling a significant increase compared to … Read More
10 Things You Can No Longer Do in Dudley Sunday, May 10, 2026 dudley nostalgia woolworths jbs nightlife metro change memories community transformation Dudley has transformed dramatically over the years, and a brief stroll through the town today makes that clear. While some changes have brought progress, others have meant saying goodbye to beloved pastimes and local … Read More