Staffordshire County Council leaders have reaffirmed their support for a local government reorganisation (LGR) plan dividing the county into two unitary authorities: an eastern and a western council. Backed by the Reform …
Birmingham drivers will soon face penalties for specific traffic offences as the city council installs new cameras at three key locations known for dangerous rule-breaking. These cameras, set to be installed this month, aim …
Birmingham’s decision to lower speed limits on its major expressways from 40mph to 30mph has ignited a heated debate among motorists, officials, and safety advocates. Despite a petition gathering over 1,250 signatures …
Step inside Birmingham’s Bull Ring Indoor Market, and you’re immersing yourself in nearly 900 years of the city’s rich trading heritage. Since 1166, this vibrant marketplace has been woven into the fabric of Birmingham’s …
This winter, thousands of UK households are receiving free emergency energy-saving packs designed to help cut down on heating costs and keep homes warm. Known as Warm Home Packs, these kits contain essential items aimed at …
Residents of Meriden in Solihull have voiced strong opposition to a proposal to install advertising boards on a key village roundabout. Locals argue that the signs could distract drivers and negatively impact the village’s …
Walsall Council’s planning committee has refused three applications for children’s homes at 5 Highgate Close, 10 Grove Way, and 43 St Ives Road, despite planning officers recommending approval for each. The decision comes …
Solihull council is set to improve safety measures on the Blossomfield Road cycle route following concerns about delivery drivers frequently blocking the lane, hindering cyclists and raising safety issues. Installed in 2022, …
A heated debate continues in Birmingham as a petition demanding the return of 40mph speed limits on the city’s expressways gains momentum with over 1,250 signatures. The campaigners argue that reducing limits to 30mph is …
The past week has been marked by a disturbing series of pedestrian accidents, with five individuals struck by vehicles—one fatally and four sustaining serious injuries. These incidents highlight an urgent and ongoing road …