Totally Free or Affordable Ways Brits Can Keep Their Homes Cooler During a Heatwave Saturday, May 23, 2026 heatwave cooling ukhomes summer temperature climate homes diy costeffective comfort The UK is bracing for a sizzling heatwave this weekend, with temperatures expected to soar up to 33°C in some regions. This marks the year’s first significant heatwave, an increasingly common event as the climate warms, … Read More
Concerns Raised Over Speculative Applications for Children’s Homes in Solihull Thursday, April 23, 2026 children homes solihull planning safeguarding council care applications speculation councillors Concerns have been mounting over a significant rise in “speculative applications” to convert residential properties into children’s care homes across Solihull. Local Democracy Reporting Service has closely monitored numerous … Read More
New High Value Council Tax Surcharge Introduced for Homes Worth Over £2 Million in England Saturday, April 18, 2026 counciltax tax surcharge mansiontax homes property government borrowing finance valuation Starting in April 2028, approximately 165,000 homeowners in England will be subject to a new High Value Council Tax Surcharge, often referred to as a “Mansion Tax,” introduced by HMRC under the Labour Party … Read More
UK Households with Smart Meters Offered Free Electricity from 8am to 4pm Monday, April 6, 2026 smartmeters electricity uswitch energy savings bankholiday reimbursement powerhours uk homes UK households equipped with smart meters now have a unique opportunity to receive free electricity during the May bank holiday weekend. Uswitch.com is offering to reimburse electricity usage between 8am and 4pm for up to … Read More
The 'Calm City' with All the Perks and None of the Stress Named Staffordshire’s Best Place to Live Saturday, March 28, 2026 lichfield staffordshire homes commuting michelin schools community culture transport realestate If bustling Birmingham feels overwhelming, consider crossing the border into Staffordshire, where Lichfield offers a refreshing alternative. Recently crowned Staffordshire’s best place to live by lifestyle magazine Muddy … Read More
Controversial Balsall Common Housing Development Approved Despite Community Concerns Tuesday, January 20, 2026 balsallcommon housing development planning solihull community infrastructure approval controversy homes A contentious housing development proposal in Balsall Common has officially cleared its final planning stage, moving forward despite vocal opposition from local residents. The plan, submitted by Elan Homes Holdings Ltd in … Read More