Sandwell Council's Week: Key Decisions Revealed
From a controversial 24/7 casino approval to a rejected 'battery farm' HMO and a UK-first robotic pharmacy. Get the full update on Sandwell Council's major decisions this week.
From a controversial 24/7 casino approval to a rejected 'battery farm' HMO and a UK-first robotic pharmacy. Get the full update on Sandwell Council's major decisions this week.
Solihull Council sees complaints soar to a three-year peak while making crucial decisions on parish mergers, historic building conversions, and the Mell Square redevelopment. Discover the full story.
This week in Walsall: a rooftop food court shuts over safety, tenants face quadrupled energy bills, and a new £50m school's location sparks debate. Get the full local update.
Stockland Green residents campaign against a five-bedroom HMO conversion on Victoria Road, citing community safety fears. Sign the petition before the December 1 deadline.
Sandwell Council rejects 11-bed HMO in Smethwick High Street amid resident fears it would worsen existing rat infestations and fly-tipping problems. Read the full story.
UK households in council tax band D can get 100% discounts, leading to £0 bills before a 5% rise to £2,394. Learn how to apply for Council Tax Support.
Sandwell Council approves new Continental Market off-licence on Bearwood Road despite residents' concerns about antisocial behaviour and public safety risks in the area.
A decision on extending Walsall Wood landfill site for four years is due today. Residents report 'egg-like stench' causing health issues. Read the latest.
Five people convicted for the murder of Matthew Adams, a devoted father, following a vicious assault at a West Bromwich pub family disco. Read the full story.
Rochdale Borough Council has validated numerous planning applications including housing developments, infrastructure projects, and commercial conversions across Heywood, Middleton and Littleborough.
Rochdale Borough Council has decided on multiple planning applications, including home extensions, commercial developments, and a former bank's conversion to a place of worship. Discover the latest updates.
A Devon father is ordered to dismantle his garden structure after a neighbour's complaint. Discover the implications for UK homeowners and planning rules.
House prices in Greets Green, West Bromwich, show dramatic split with western properties soaring 38% while eastern homes fall 18% in same period. Discover why this small suburb faces such extreme market differences.
Birmingham Council refuses 263-bed student block on former Golden Eagle pub site over heritage concerns. Discover the full story behind the decision.
Midland campaigners triumph as 271-acre solar farm plan near Malvern Hills is rejected by council over visual impact and safety concerns. Read the full story.
A Worcester mother could be forced to demolish a £170,000 garden building made for her disabled daughter after council refused retrospective planning permission. Discover the full story.
Lukas Nmecha's contentious goal for Leeds United against Aston Villa stood after a VAR review, sparking debate over goalkeeper protection and a potential offside.
Sean Wilson, 38, is behind bars after handing himself in to police, who were 'inundated with calls' following a social media appeal. Read the full story.
Plans to convert the landmark Round House in Wednesbury into a children's home go before Sandwell Council's planning committee on November 26. The unique property features a windmill, tennis court and pool.
Sandwell Council approves 24-hour casino operation on Bearwood Road despite police warnings of increased crime and public health concerns about significant harm to community.
Mesha Essentials in Rooker Avenue wins alcohol licence approval despite resident concerns about anti-social behaviour. Council dismisses objections as 'speculative'.
Sandwell Council prevented a £750,000 right-to-buy scam as tenants rushed to beat a discount deadline. Discover how the council protected public funds and housing stock.
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.
West Midlands Police and environmental health object to Liam's Lounge in Oldbury extending hours to 2.30am, citing noise concerns for residents. Read the full story.
Solihull Council rejects controversial Shirley home extension after planners cite 'conflicting information' over measurements and loss of light concerns. Read the full story.
Rochdale Borough Council has validated new planning applications including glamping sites, telecom masts, and drive-thru facilities. Discover the latest developments shaping the borough.
Rochdale Borough Council has approved significant developments including a 30-bed hotel extension and telecom tower, while rejecting several home extensions. Discover the latest planning outcomes.
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.
John's Booze in West Bromwich has had its licence revoked after being caught selling alcohol to a child and stocking illicit items including Viagra and oversized vapes. Discover the full story.
Frustrated Bearwood residents claim DPD vans are taking over their street overnight, leaving permit holders without parking spaces. Sandwell Council responds.