Westmidlands

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 westmidlands policing crime minimarts operationfearless childexploitation enforcement drugs highstreets communitysafety

West Midlands police officials have pledged to eradicate criminal activities exploiting mini marts across the region, including serious offenses such as child sexual abuse and exploitation. At a recent West Midlands Police … Read More

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 kingshurst regeneration westmidlands investment solihull infrastructure housing development deadline community

Investment leaders have emphasized the need for stricter and more efficient delivery of major projects in the West Midlands to guarantee they meet their deadlines. The West Midlands Combined Authority’s (WMCA) … Read More

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 birmingham gps healthcare patientsurvey patientsatisfaction medicalcentre westmidlands generalpractice healthcarequality patientcare

Two GP surgeries in Birmingham have been praised by patients with near-perfect satisfaction scores, placing them among the best in England. The latest results from the 2026 GP Patient Survey highlight the exceptional quality … Read More

Monday, July 20, 2026 gp westmidlands healthcare patientsurvey medicine healthservices generalpractice ratings patientcare medicalfeedback

The 2026 GP Patient Survey provides an insightful overview of how GP surgeries across the West Midlands are performing and how patients perceive their care. This annual survey gathers feedback from thousands of patients, … Read More

Monday, July 20, 2026 westmidlands housing urbanextension berkswell railway development primaryschool infrastructure community open-space

Plans have been unveiled for a major new neighbourhood in the West Midlands, featuring 970 new homes. This significant urban extension aims to address the growing housing demand in the region while enhancing community … Read More

Sunday, July 19, 2026 birmingham police injury accident spinalfracture zebracrossing schoolgirl investigation westmidlands emergency

A 15-year-old schoolgirl in Birmingham sustained a fractured spine and a head injury after being hit by an unmarked police car while crossing a zebra crossing on Bordesley Green Road. The incident occurred around 8:15 am on … Read More

Sunday, July 19, 2026 playgrounds pubs birmingham families children app westmidlands playareas restaurants childfriendly

Finding a pub that welcomes kids and offers a play area can be a challenge, especially during school holidays. Dad-of-two Alistair Duncan found a solution by creating an app that helps families locate pubs with playgrounds, … Read More

Friday, July 17, 2026 tipton lottery theft council licencerevocation sandwell investigation cctv shopowner westmidlands

A Tipton shop has had its license revoked after a scandal involving a missing £920 lottery prize. Sandwell Council took the decision to withdraw the license from Best One Store in Market Place, Great Bridge, after its owner, … Read More

Friday, July 17, 2026 tiktok crime cyberstalking children safety westmidlands predators onlineabuse police harassment

Birmingham has been identified as the UK’s hotspot for crimes linked to TikTok, with predators increasingly using the platform to target children. Recent data obtained through a Freedom of Information request reveals that … Read More

Thursday, July 16, 2026 westmidlands fireservice devolution workforce culture bullying harassment tradeunions leadership transition

The forthcoming transfer of the West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority (WMFRA) to the regional mayor’s control in 2027 is underway, yet significant concerns remain about readiness and inherited challenges. This major shift, … Read More

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 westmidlands blackcountry speeding traffic roadsafety speedcameras enforcement commuters fines highways

A notorious one-mile section of the Black Country New Road has become one of the busiest hotspots for speeding violations in the West Midlands. Equipped with average speed cameras, this stretch records thousands of speeding … Read More

Saturday, July 11, 2026 westbromwich freshways dairy milkprocessing ukindiatrade employment manufacturing engineering investment westmidlands

In West Bromwich, a cutting-edge dairy processing plant is nearing completion, promising to revolutionize milk production in the Black Country. Freshways, an independent dairy supplier, is finalizing its £25 million … Read More

Saturday, July 11, 2026 westmidlands murder unsolved crime investigation police justice violence cctv reward

Over the past ten years, the West Midlands has witnessed a series of brutal murders that continue to baffle police and haunt families. Despite relentless investigations, these cases remain unsolved, leaving communities … Read More

Friday, July 10, 2026 birmingham train strikes heatwave westmidlands railway disruption timetable networkrail passengers

Train passengers travelling across Birmingham and the West Midlands are being advised to expect significant service disruptions on Friday 10 and Saturday 11 July due to strike action and extreme heat. Workers from the TSSA … Read More

Friday, July 10, 2026 westmidlands police misconduct arrest birmingham professionalism accountability discipline grossmisconduct integrity

PC Field, a West Midlands Police officer, was found to have attempted to wipe his phone after being arrested at a Birmingham police station. The incident led to an investigation into his conduct, revealing significant … Read More

Thursday, July 9, 2026 arson fire wednesbury murder cctv sentencing crime westmidlands arsonist trial

Disturbing footage released by West Midlands Police captures the unsettling moments leading up to a devastating house fire in Wednesbury, where arsonist Andrew Gorrell was seen loitering near a family’s home before flames … Read More

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 wolverhampton fire recycling emergency firefighters westmidlands blaze evacuation safety crisis

Over 24 hours after a major fire erupted at Jones Skips recycling yard in Cross Street, Wolverhampton, authorities continue to advise residents and workers to avoid the area. Those nearby have also been urged to keep doors … Read More

Monday, July 6, 2026 bilston pcso hero choking toddler firstaid community police westmidlands emergency

In Bilston town centre, a quick-thinking PCSO became a local hero when he came to the rescue of a young toddler struggling to breathe. Toddler Roxy began choking on a sweet while sitting in her pushchair, causing panic for … Read More

Saturday, July 4, 2026 babybanks westmidlands costofliving poverty families children birmingham charity childcare essentials

The ongoing cost-of-living crisis has left thousands of families in the West Midlands relying on baby banks to meet their children’s basic needs. Over the past year, 8,000 families and 12,000 children were assisted by … Read More

Saturday, July 4, 2026 driving theory test failures westmidlands dudley learning roadsafety motorway examination

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the driving theory test, a crucial hurdle for learner drivers before they can even attempt the practical exam. Despite its importance, many candidates struggle to pass, with some test … Read More

Saturday, July 4, 2026 birmingham hygiene restaurants foodsafety pestcontrol westmidlands inspections foodstandards publichealth cockroaches

Birmingham has been identified as the city with the poorest restaurant hygiene ratings in the UK. Despite boasting a thriving culinary scene, including more Michelin stars than anywhere outside London, the city struggles with … Read More

Saturday, July 4, 2026 birmingham speeding roadsafety traffic enforcement westmidlands drivers accidents police violations

In the first half of 2026, nearly 7,000 drivers were caught speeding on Birmingham’s most notorious stretch of road, according to freedom of information data obtained from West Midlands Police. This alarming figure highlights … Read More

Thursday, July 2, 2026 amputee nhs birmingham rehabilitation delays healthcare westmidlands service patients sellyoak

David Sellers, 63, has been living as an amputee for 45 years and has relied on the West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre in Selly Oak for four decades. Recently, he has spoken out about the significant delays plaguing the … Read More

Thursday, July 2, 2026 cradleyheath landslide dunedinhomes sandwellcouncil planningappeal housingdevelopment privacy conservation urbanplanning westmidlands

More homes are set to be built on a Cradley Heath estate affected by landslides after a government planning inspector overturned Sandwell Council’s rejection. Dunedin Homes sought to add six new houses to their existing … Read More