The fate of a proposal to convert a shop into a six-bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) at 1726-1728 Pershore Road, Cotteridge, south Birmingham, remains unresolved as the planning committee opts to defer its decision. …
Birmingham’s planning committee has declined permission for a 16-storey student accommodation building on the former site of the Golden Eagle pub, a once-iconic city centre music venue. The proposed development aimed to …
Chelsea Jones, a 25-year-old woman from Bucknall, Stoke-on-Trent, has bravely spoken out about the ongoing trauma she faces after spotting her rapist working as a binman for the local council outside her house. The man, Aiden …
Starting in the new year, over 25 major roads in Birmingham will see speed limits reduced from 40mph to 30mph, potentially leading to a surge in speeding fines for drivers. This change is aimed at improving road safety and …
Rimmers Farm, located in Wichenford, Midlands, is planning to enhance its income by introducing a shipping container storage facility on its property. The proposal includes placing twelve containers on the farm, pending …
Birmingham City Council has responded decisively to ongoing and expanding bin strikes by showcasing significant improvements in waste collection despite industrial action. Unite the Union has warned that the strike action …
Solihull’s parish and borough councillors have been reminded to uphold proper conduct during council meetings following public complaints, although no formal hearings or disciplinary actions have been necessary in the latest …
Solihull planners have denied a proposal to raise the height of an extension at a Shirley property, citing disputed measurements and concerns over the impact on neighboring homes. The controversy began in October 2021 when …
An 11-year-old girl has died in what is believed to be a drug-related incident, sparking an ongoing investigation by Police Scotland. The young girl fell ill at her home in Helensburgh on Friday, November 14, and was urgently …
A luxury five-bedroom house in Dorridge, Solihull, has been approved by planners, despite objections from local residents and expressed disappointment from planning officials. The proposal involves replacing an existing …
Midlands officials have publicly condemned a wave of online hostility targeting members of the Hadley and Leegomery Parish Council in Telford. The recent controversy stemmed from accusations on Facebook that the council’s …
Birmingham Labour’s hold on power is under serious threat after a series of resignations, defections, and absences led to a dramatic vote loss at the city council’s recent full meeting. The turmoil stems largely from ongoing …
Dudley Council has witnessed a growing presence of Reform UK as two more Conservative councillors, Cllr James Clinton and Cllr Jason Thorne from Pedmore ward, officially joined the party on November 9. This move boosts Reform …
Cornwall Council has introduced a new 20mph speed limit on Clodgey Lane and the access road to the former Flambards theme park, effective from November 10, 2025. The restriction will remain in place for approximately eight …
A mother in Birmingham has received financial compensation after the city council failed to provide appropriate education for her son for more than a year following his permanent exclusion from school. The boy, who has …