Birmingham Council's Park Parking Charge Plan Sparks Row
Birmingham City Council is pushing ahead with parking charges at Sutton Park and Lickey Hills. Critics call it a 'tax on health' amid fears over access and congestion. Read the full story.
Birmingham City Council is pushing ahead with parking charges at Sutton Park and Lickey Hills. Critics call it a 'tax on health' amid fears over access and congestion. Read the full story.
Birmingham City Council confirms new parking fees for three major parks from 2026, sparking political backlash. Find out the costs and the opposition's pledge.
Birmingham City Council plans new parking fees at three major parks in 2026 to raise funds, sparking fierce opposition from residents and political parties. Find out the details and what it means for visitors.
Get Mary Berry's simple pasta bake recipe, ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this cheesy, golden dish is the ultimate family comfort food. Try it tonight!
Six of Wolverhampton's finest parks and green spaces have retained their prestigious Green Flag status. Discover the award-winning beauty spots offering free play, walks, and cafes.
Homeowners are raving about Dunelm's affordable Snuggle Washable Rug. Available in 12 colours, it's praised for being cosy, machine-washable, and easy to hoover. Shop from £15.
Discover nine stunning locations across Birmingham and the West Midlands, perfect for a revitalising New Year's run. Explore parks, hills, and country parks to kickstart your 2026 fitness goals.
British Land applies to boost maximum store size at Telford Forge Retail Park to attract larger retailers, aiming to secure long-term tenancies and support the local economy. Read the full details.
Shoppers at Tesco, Sainsbury's and Morrisons risk fines for misusing parent and child parking bays. A study reveals 25% misuse, with one mother fined £260. Know the rules to avoid penalties.
A former House of Commons pastry chef shares her simple, foolproof gingerbread recipe. Perfect for festive baking with kids, it takes just 35 minutes. Get the full method here!
Local Conservatives promise to scrap parking charges and establish a trust to restore Birmingham's Sutton Park ahead of the 2026 elections. Read their full plan.
Plans for the UK's first Universal Studios theme park near Cambridgeshire have been approved, promising 8,000 permanent jobs and a £50bn economic boost. Discover the details.
Finance experts urge UK savers to move their money as the Bank of England is tipped to cut the base rate from 4% to 3.75% this week. Find out how to protect your savings.
Discover Birmingham's stunning parks and green spaces that earned it the UK's first 'Nature City' title. Explore the top 10 spots, from Sutton Park to Moseley Bog.
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A father of three was fined nearly £300 after being 13 minutes late to his car. He lost his keys in a play centre ball pit and couldn't extend his parking stay. He's now calling for a change in the rules.
Walsall's popular rooftop street food venue remains closed after a planning row. The council withdrew a stop notice, but a final decision on its future is pending. Read the latest.
LHV Bank unveils a competitive 4.25% AER easy-access savings account. Discover the details and how recent ISA changes make this a timely option for UK savers.
Leicestershire Police are investigating after a woman's body was discovered in Maris Play Park, Leicester. The death is not being treated as suspicious. Read the latest updates.
Millions of UK households risk losing value on savings held in zero-interest current accounts. Experts urge moving funds to beat 3.6% inflation. Act now to protect your cash.
A man in his 70s has died after being hit by a black Audi A1 in a Farmfoods car park on Holyhead Road, Telford. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Walsall MP Valerie Vaz questions the controversial Reedswood Park free school project, citing accessibility issues and a 'covid VIP lane' selection process. Discover why this £50m investment faces local opposition.
Explore the stunning Severn Valley this winter. Discover hidden trails, heritage railways, and cosy pubs in this beautiful West Midlands region for the perfect day trip or staycation.
Walsall Council will decide this week whether to approve plans transforming the former Marks & Spencer into a new Adult Learning Centre for 750 students.
Teesside logistics firm LV Shipping expands its North East footprint to 25,000sqft at Infinity Park, supporting new contracts and regional economic growth. Discover the details.
Armed police arrested four people and recovered two zombie knives after a chase in Shirley Park, Solihull. Read the full story of the police operation.
A Birmingham councillor accidentally struck a woman with a cricket ball during a park facility opening, leaving her briefly unconscious. Read the full story.
A man has died in Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield. West Midlands Ambulance Service and police responded. His death is not being treated as suspicious. Read the full statement.
Police launch a three-day search of remote mine shafts for Gus Lamont, 4, who vanished from his grandparents' South Australian outback home two months ago. Read the latest updates.