New 'Tram-Style' Electric Buses Approved for A34 and A45 'Priority Routes' to Reduce Journey Times Wednesday, February 25, 2026 sprint electric westmidlands transport buses a34 a45 publictransport infrastructure accessibility sport The West Midlands Combined Authority has taken a significant step forward in the long-planned Sprint bus project by approving the purchase of 24 tram-style electric buses. This investment aims to revolutionize travel along … Read More
West Midlands India Trade Mission Aims to Boost Jobs and Strengthen Economic Ties Tuesday, February 24, 2026 westmidlands india trademission economy investment tourism manufacturing technology automotive ukindiatrade A trade mission to India presents a significant opportunity for economic growth in the West Midlands, according to regional leaders. The success of this initiative, they emphasize, hinges on how effectively it is executed. … Read More
Search Underway to Identify Woman Following Assault at Birmingham’s Snobs Nightclub Sunday, February 22, 2026 birmingham snobs nightclub assault police investigation publicappeal westmidlands crime identification West Midlands Police are appealing to the public for help in identifying a woman in connection with an assault at Snobs nightclub on Broad Street, Birmingham. Despite ongoing investigations, officers have not yet been able to … Read More
Major Overhaul of West Midlands Transport Funding Set to Deliver Maximum Community Benefits Saturday, February 21, 2026 westmidlands transport funding rosewellreview infrastructure investment governance projects communities economy Transport leaders in the West Midlands are optimistic that a comprehensive redesign of funding strategies for major infrastructure projects will yield the greatest benefits for local communities. The West Midlands Combined … Read More
Sharp Decline in House Prices Hits Exclusive Midlands Areas Saturday, February 21, 2026 houseprices westmidlands olton knowle edgbaston wolverhampton propertyvalues realestate solihull markettrends Homeowners in some of the West Midlands’ most affluent areas have experienced alarming declines in property values over the past year. While most of the region saw house prices rise, several high-end postcodes bucked the … Read More
£50 Million Fund to Accelerate Growth of West Midlands Electric Vehicle Industry Saturday, February 21, 2026 electricvehicles westmidlands automotive funding evindustry investment jobs innovation supplychain government A substantial £50 million fund has been launched to support automotive businesses in the West Midlands as they compete in the fast-growing electric vehicle (EV) market. The West Midlands Supplier Readiness and Transformation … Read More