Birmingham City Council has acknowledged that a legal challenge against the contentious Druids Heath regeneration project could lead to significant delays and reputational risks. The large-scale scheme, approved in October …
At least 22 people have lost their lives after a construction crane collapsed onto a moving train in Thailand. The tragic incident occurred on Wednesday, January 14, in the Sikhio district of Nakhon Ratchasima province, …
The government has announced plans for a new railway line linking Birmingham and Manchester, though no construction timeline has been provided. This development comes after the cancellation of the second leg of the …
The A5 in Staffordshire is currently closed northbound due to an emergency resurfacing operation. Authorities have warned that the closure will last for several hours to properly address infrastructure defects that pose …
Labour is considering significant reforms aimed at making it easier for UK homeowners, especially those with driveways, to install electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints. At the heart of this initiative are proposed changes to …
Solihull Council has opened a public consultation regarding the future of Barston Bridge, a vital crossing used by over a thousand vehicles daily. Built in 1859, this historic bridge carries Barston Lane over the River …
A vital section of Birmingham’s Coventry Road (A45) will be closed this weekend to facilitate important public transport improvements. From 11pm on Friday, January 9, until Sunday, January 11, the A45 will be closed at Lyndon …
2025 has been a year of significant developments across the Midlands, showcasing the region’s resilience, innovation, and growth. While news cycles often highlight challenges, it’s essential to recognize the positive strides …
Birmingham City Council continues to confront significant challenges as it moves forward from a period of severe financial distress. Having effectively faced bankruptcy, the council is now focused on stabilizing its finances …
Extensive public realm improvements are set to commence in Birmingham city centre early next year, marking the start of a two-year project aimed at enhancing the urban environment for residents, visitors, and businesses …
The word “regeneration” is poised to dominate discussions at Dudley Council in 2026, reflecting a year of significant development and continued financial restructuring. After narrowly averting bankruptcy in early 2025, Dudley …
HS2 has officially announced that its original goal of running trains between Birmingham and London by 2029 to 2033 is no longer feasible. Despite significant construction progress, including the emerging Birmingham Curzon …
The UK government, led by the Labour Party, is introducing a groundbreaking 2p per mile charge plan designed to make home charging of electric vehicles (EVs) more accessible and cost-effective, particularly for households …
UK drivers are set to experience notable changes at the petrol and diesel pumps under the new Labour government. Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced that the fuel duty freeze will continue, but only for a limited period of …
Lloyds Banking Group has unveiled plans to provide more than £35 billion in new finance throughout 2026 to businesses operating and investing in the United Kingdom. This significant funding initiative aims to fuel growth, …