Inspection

Friday, March 6, 2026 inspection cqc carehome ashleycourt inadequate safecare wolverhampton regulations inspectionrating carequality

Ashley Court Care Limited, a care home located in Wolverhampton in the Black Country, has been placed in special measures by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) following a recent inspection that revealed serious concerns about … Read More

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 wolverhampton defusion licensing bar alcohol suspension inspection regulations nightlife policing

De Fusion Bar and Restaurant, located on Exchange Street in Wolverhampton city centre, has applied to extend its opening hours until 5:30am daily. The application requests permission to serve live and recorded music until … Read More

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 ofsted education midlands schools inspection ratings achievement curriculum leadership inclusion

Schools in the West Midlands are among the first to receive inspection ratings under Ofsted’s newly revamped grading system. The education watchdog has replaced its previous ratings—such as ‘outstanding’ and … Read More

Saturday, February 21, 2026 smethwick parking safety foodtrailer planning council appeal pedestrian inspection carpark

A proposal to keep a food trailer stationed in a Smethwick car park has been denied following the dismissal of an appeal by a government planning inspector. Sandwell Council had previously rejected a request for temporary … Read More

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 timhortons birmingham hygiene safety inspection foodstandards coffee cleanliness newstreet fail

Tim Hortons, a well-known coffee chain, has come under scrutiny after its Birmingham New Street branch received a failing hygiene inspection. On December 16, the store was rated just one out of five in an assessment conducted … Read More

Saturday, February 14, 2026 ofsted midlands education inspection schools grades exceptional westmidlands primary standards

Schools across the West Midlands have recently received updated ratings under Ofsted’s revamped inspection system, marking a significant change in how educational standards are assessed. Moving away from the traditional … Read More