Lidl has fast-tracked its plans to demolish the former Harborne Day Care Centre, following a proposal submitted earlier this year. The site, previously owned by Birmingham City Council, was closed and sold off last year, …
Birmingham City Council has approved plans for a new Lidl supermarket to replace the 29-year-old Wickes DIY store on Stratford Road in Hall Green. The proposed development includes demolishing the existing store to make way …
New statistics have highlighted a concerning trend in youth unemployment across Birmingham, identifying it as the city with the most severe challenges in the UK. Six constituencies stand out as the worst affected, with youth …
Big-name brands are actively hiring across two of the largest shopping centres in the Midlands. Swarovski, Lacoste, and Flying Tiger are just a few of the retailers seeking new team members at Merry Hill in Brierley Hill and …
Poundstretcher is set to launch a new store in Warwickshire next week, stepping into the former premises of the Original Factory Shop on Long Street in Atherstone. The grand opening will take place on Friday, June 26, with …
Local business leaders and councillors are urging the development of a new M5 motorway junction, Junction 7A, which they believe could unlock significant economic opportunities in Worcestershire. Alan White, chief executive …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) faces renewed pressure to introduce a Saturday job scheme to alleviate the growing benefits crisis among young people. Former Labour minister Alan Milburn described it as “shameful” …
The West Midlands is poised for significant growth in advanced manufacturing, with Project MADE (Midlands Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystem) releasing a comprehensive plan to transform the sector. This ambitious strategy …
The empty former McDonald’s restaurant on West Bromwich High Street is set to be transformed into a vibrant 24/7 casino and tanning salon. Shipley’s, a well-known local gambling operator, plans to relocate its West Bromwich …
Birmingham is projected to lose 12,500 jobs this year as a result of economic challenges stemming from the ongoing Iran War, according to a new report by the Item Club. Nationally, the UK could see up to 163,000 job losses, …
Wolverhampton’s city centre is set for a significant transformation with a £470,000 refurbishment of the i10 office building, a crucial step in relocating the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) to the site. The City of …
Ryanair has announced the creation of 100 new cabin crew positions at its London Stansted base, marking a significant expansion in its UK workforce. This addition supports the airline’s ambitious goal to serve 300 million …
A brand-new ‘mega Greggs’ has officially opened its doors in Birmingham city centre, attracting a steady stream of customers from day one. Located at Unit 11 in New Street Station, this spacious new outlet replaces the former …
Lidl has revealed updated plans for a new supermarket on Wolverhampton’s A449 Penn Road, where the iconic Goldthorn Hotel once stood. Although the retailer received planning permission in 2023, delays in securing the land …
American family entertainment giant Chuck E. Cheese is preparing to open its inaugural Birmingham location at the bustling Star City leisure complex. The plans were revealed as part of an application submitted by the Star …