Dudley Street Neglected Amid Rising Fly-Tipping, Drug Use, and Rat Infestation Wednesday, June 10, 2026 dudley fly-tipping druguse prostitution ratinfestation headway antisocial council healthsafety vulnerable A neglected street in Dudley has become a hotspot for antisocial activities such as fly-tipping, drug use, and prostitution, according to a local charity manager. Church Street, located behind the Duncan Edwards Leisure … Read More
Ned's Atomic Dustbin Singer to Champion Dudley Arts, Revealing the Secret to Black Country Creativity Sunday, June 7, 2026 dudley blackcountry jonnpenney nedsatomicdustbin arts music creativity stourbridge culture municipal Dudley’s arts community is set to receive a prominent boost as the borough’s new mayor, Pete Lowe, appoints dedicated ambassadors to promote music and culture across the region. Among those named is Jonn Penney, lead singer … Read More
Dudley Cabinet to Debate Housing Plan Already Due for Replacement Sunday, June 7, 2026 dudley housing localplan greenbelt nppf planning council development legislation housingneeds Dudley Council’s cabinet is preparing to discuss the rollout of its new local plan, despite knowing it will require replacement shortly after adoption. This unusual scenario comes as a result of recent legislative changes … Read More
Changes Agreed for Historic Buildings in Dudley and Stourbridge Tuesday, June 2, 2026 dudley stourbridge heritage conservation architecture planning restoration listedbuildings community housing Significant changes have been approved for two historic buildings in the Dudley borough, ensuring their preservation while adapting them to modern needs. At Dudley’s former police station on New Street, council planners have … Read More
Dudley Council Faces £18,000 Shortfall to Repair Mould-Damaged Home Built in 2017 Friday, May 29, 2026 dudley mould repairs damp housing council nhbc warranty awaabslaw housingrevenueaccount Dudley Council is set to spend almost £18,000 to fix damp and mould problems caused by latent construction defects in a council-owned property on Messiter Way, built just six years ago in 2017. The council initially received … Read More
Stourbridge Pub Licence Changes Approved Despite Local Objections Sunday, May 24, 2026 stourbridge dudley pub licence marstons noise privacy outdoor bar film An application to amend the licence of The Gigmill pub on South Road, Stourbridge, was approved by Dudley Council’s Licensing Sub-committee on May 19, despite objections from nearby residents. The proposed changes include the … Read More