Best Places to Retire in the West Midlands for 2026
Discover the 10 best towns and villages for retirement in the West Midlands for 2026, from peaceful havens to vibrant cultural hubs. Plan your perfect post-work life today.
Discover the 10 best towns and villages for retirement in the West Midlands for 2026, from peaceful havens to vibrant cultural hubs. Plan your perfect post-work life today.
A striking ice sculpture of terraced homes unveiled in London exposes the fuel poverty crisis leaving millions freezing. Campaign urges action as energy bills remain £500 above pre-crisis levels.
Solihull Council proposes changes to its council tax support scheme, with 470 vulnerable claimants facing an average £6 weekly reduction. Have your say in the consultation.
The Met Office has issued seven yellow weather warnings for ice across the UK. Stay safe with our essential travel and safety advice for the cold snap.
Plans for a four-apartment block with undercroft parking in Solihull's Rowood Drive are now public. Residents have until December 16 to comment on the application.
West Midlands Police are appealing for two key witnesses, a BMW driver and a pedestrian, after a woman in her 70s suffered serious injuries in a Solihull crash. Contact police with information.
West Midlands Police discovered a cannabis farm with over 50 plants in Solihull. The operation involved bypassed electricity. Call 101 with information.
The viral Ninja Creami ice cream maker has fallen to its cheapest price yet at £273.99 in Amazon's Black Friday sale. Discover this 13-function dessert machine that's taken social media by storm.
Solihull councillors receive a conduct reminder after public complaints, though grievances have fallen for the third consecutive year. Read the latest report details.
The Met Office has issued six warnings for snow and ice across the UK. Discover which areas are affected and the specific forecast timings for your region.
Solihull planners approve a children's care home on Hurst Lane North for up to three children, overcoming resident concerns about noise and traffic. The decision highlights the borough's need for such facilities.
The Met Office issues a yellow weather warning for snow and ice across the UK. Drivers are urged to carry six essential items for safety. Stay informed and prepared.
Solihull Council approves a controversial three-bedroom bungalow in Knowle's conservation area, dismissing villagers' concerns about parking and access to local allotments.
Birmingham drivers urged to pack 11 essential items as Met Office issues yellow ice warning. Stay safe on icy roads with this winter car kit guide.
Solihull Council rejects controversial Shirley home extension after planners cite 'conflicting information' over measurements and loss of light concerns. Read the full story.
A yellow weather warning for ice is in force across 15 Midlands regions. The Met Office warns of 'slushy snow' and hazardous icy patches. Stay informed and travel safely.
An 11-hour Met Office yellow warning for ice and potential snow is in force for Birmingham. Icy patches expected on untreated surfaces. Plan your commute.
The Met Office has issued an 11-hour ice weather warning for Birmingham and the West Midlands. Discover the affected areas and essential safety advice here.
The Met Office has issued snow and ice warnings across the UK, with only 13 counties escaping the alert. NHS urges public to take precautions during cold snap.
The UK faces a second major snow event with a four-day freeze set to hit all Home Nations. The Met Office has issued multiple weather warnings. Stay informed and prepared.
A controversial five-bedroom luxury home in Solihull's Dorridge area gets planning approval. The planning chief expressed disappointment but found no grounds for refusal.
The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for snow and ice as a cold snap from Siberia hits the UK. Find out how the freezing temperatures will impact your area.
The UK Health Security Agency issues a cold weather alert for parts of England. Widespread frost, snow, and ice are expected, with temperatures plummeting to -7°C. Drivers warned of hazardous conditions.
Solihull Council approves controversial advertising signs on Meriden roundabout despite villagers' objections about driver distraction and visual impact. Decision follows 15-year precedent.
A gang of four thieves has been sentenced for a series of car key burglaries across Solihull, Redditch, and Bromsgrove. Discover how police brought them to justice.
A Solihull binman is hailed a local hero after a viral TikTok video captures him meticulously cleaning the streets. Residents demand recognition and a raise for his exceptional work ethic.
Lytham transforms into a winter wonderland on 14th Feb 2026 as the free Fylde Ice Festival returns with spectacular ice sculptures. Mark your calendars for this magical community event!
Two men appear in court charged with kidnapping an 80-year-old woman with dementia and fraud in a bogus workmen scam in Solihull. Police urge vigilance.
Controversial plans for a new three-bedroom bungalow in Knowle's conservation area are recommended for approval despite resident objections. Decision due November 12.
A 30-year-old man is in custody after a primary school in Shirley was placed on lockdown and a staff member was assaulted at a Solihull bar. Get the latest updates.