Historic Lichfield Shopfronts to Benefit from New Protection Scheme Friday, April 3, 2026 lichfield shopfront heritage conservation designcode grants restoration highstreet historic preservation A new consultation focusing on the shopfronts across Lichfield city centre is now underway, with council leaders poised next week to approve a design code and grant programme aimed at preserving the city’s historic character. … Read More
People Urged to Drive Less Amid Soaring Fuel Prices and Energy Crisis Thursday, April 2, 2026 fuel driving energy crisis europe transport prices diesel conservation policy Amid the escalating energy crisis linked to the ongoing conflict in Iran, motorists across Europe are being urged to “drive less” and prioritize public transport and car-sharing. Dan Jørgensen, European Commission … Read More
Restoration Begins at Birmingham’s Historic Lad in the Lane Pub Friday, March 20, 2026 birmingham pub heritage restoration landmark history architecture conservation revitalization planning Work has officially started on the Lad in the Lane, Birmingham’s oldest pub, long after its closure left the historic site vulnerable to decay. The commencement of these restoration efforts marks a significant step toward … Read More
Birmingham Jewellery Quarter Redevelopment Scheme Faces Reassessment Over Heritage Concerns Monday, March 16, 2026 birmingham jewelleryquarter redevelopment heritage planning apartments conservation urbanrenewal affordablehousing listedbuilding Plans to redevelop a site near Hockley Hill in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter will be reconsidered after concerns arose regarding the area’s historic character. The proposed scheme involves demolishing some existing … Read More
Flats Plan for Historic Walsall Hospital Building Thursday, March 12, 2026 walsall historic hospital flats conservation heritage adaptivereuse development realestate workhouse A historic building at Walsall Manor Hospital is set to be transformed into 14 modern one-bedroom flats under new development plans. The former Governors House, a Grade II Listed structure with deep roots dating back to 1899, … Read More
Calls to Reconsider Controversial Walsall Housing Approval at Planning Committee Saturday, February 28, 2026 walsall planning conservation greenbelt housing council heritage committee development controversy Plans to build two five-bedroom houses on Barr Lakes Lane in Walsall’s protected conservation area have stirred significant controversy, with local experts and residents demanding that the decision be reconsidered by the … Read More