Over the past five years, Dudley Council has paid out more than £80,000 in compensation to drivers whose vehicles were damaged by potholes. Freedom of Information data reveals that between 2021 and 2025, the council spent a …
Birmingham locals have expressed frustration and skepticism after large potholes in the Jewellery Quarter were urgently repaired seemingly overnight, just days before Aston Villa’s Europa League victory parade. These potholes …
Councillors in Dudley have taken a hands-on approach to highlight the growing pothole crisis in their ward, mapping nearly 120 damaged road spots in Netherton and Holly Hall. Cllrs Qasim Mughal and Shaneila Mughal say the …
Opposition councillors at Birmingham Council have voiced strong concerns and disappointment following approval of urgent repair works at Lindsworth School in Kings Norton. The school, which supports children with social, …
Birmingham City Council has announced urgent fire safety repairs are necessary at Lindsworth School in Kings Norton to comply with current safety regulations. A recent fire risk assessment revealed that the school’s fire …
Garden enthusiasts are celebrating an Amazon grass seed that claims to kickstart growth within just seven to 14 days. The Pronto Seed Premium Grass Seed is priced at £14.49 for a 1.4kg bag, covering up to 84m², making it an …
More than 22,000 students from 15 universities and colleges across England have been instructed to repay their maintenance loans as part of a government crackdown on franchise university courses. The affected students …
As petrol prices continue to climb due to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, the RAC has stepped up with essential advice to help drivers save fuel and money. Their Fuel Watch, which tracks petrol and diesel …
Residents in Shirley are grappling with deteriorating roads that have been described as “nightmare” and “horrific” conditions, prompting safety concerns and calls for urgent repairs. The spotlight on Shirley’s roads …
For six long years, Kaushik Rampal, a resident of Bills Lane near the bustling Burman Road junction in Solihull, has endured a noisy ordeal caused by a faulty metal manhole cover. Every time a vehicle passes over it, a loud …
Dudley Council has generated nearly £14 million by selling 195 empty homes classified as too costly to repair. A report presented at the Housing and Assets Scrutiny Committee meeting on March 19 detailed the council’s process …
Solihull Council has announced an ambitious highways maintenance programme for the 2026-27 financial year, targeting resurfacing improvements across over 100 roads within the borough. The council oversees the upkeep of around …
City of Wolverhampton Council is taking decisive action to repair the extensive damage caused by severe winter weather. With hundreds of potholes filled weekly, the council is now committing £10 million to long-term …
Hydrangeas are beloved for their large, colorful blossoms that brighten gardens throughout the summer. These flowers often transition from vivid summer hues to softer, muted winter shades, adding year-round interest to the …
Dudley Council’s highways department is under scrutiny following a government report that assigned the council a red rating for best practices in pothole policy. The Department of Transport’s report, released on January 11, …