Premier Inn Solihull Expansion Creates 30 Jobs
Whitbread announces significant expansion of Premier Inn in Solihull with new 81-bedroom hotel extension, bringing investment and employment opportunities to the West Midlands region.
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Thousands of new homes planned for Midlands region
Major development plans revealed for Midlands with thousands of new homes, infrastructure upgrades, and economic growth opportunities set to reshape the region's landscape.
Macquarie invests in Birmingham and Bristol Airports
Global investment giant Macquarie Group acquires significant stakes in Birmingham and Bristol Airports, signalling strong confidence in UK regional aviation growth and economic recovery.
Solihull Road Closures Cause Major Traffic Disruption
Multiple key routes in Solihull face emergency closures, causing severe disruption for commuters and residents. Get live updates and alternative routes here.
Solihull Council proposes controversial village merger
Solihull Council is considering merging four villages into a single parish council, sparking debate about local identity and democratic representation in the West Midlands.
Brentwood MP Champions Local Progress and Investment
Alex Burghart MP reveals significant developments for Brentwood and Ongar, including education investment, infrastructure improvements, and community support initiatives.
Solihull veterans' HMO gets green light
A controversial plan to convert a five-bedroom Solihull property into accommodation for military veterans has been approved, overcoming significant local opposition and parking concerns.
Solihull Sisters Offer Free Kids' Clothing To Families
Two compassionate sisters from Solihull are making a difference by offering free children's clothing to struggling families through their community-focused project.
Solihull cycle route plan to transform travel
Solihull Council unveils ambitious plans for a new strategic cycle route connecting key locations across the borough, aiming to reduce congestion and promote active travel.
Peel Ports £10m Liverpool investment boosts green logistics
Liverpool's maritime capabilities receive major boost as Peel Ports announces £10 million investment in new eco-friendly equipment and infrastructure, creating jobs and slashing emissions.
Barston village crowned among UK's most idyllic locations
The picturesque village of Barston has been officially recognised as one of Britain's most desirable rural locations, offering the perfect blend of countryside living and modern amenities just miles from Birmingham.
Bristol Airport Expansion: 20M Passenger Plan Revealed
Bristol Airport reveals ambitious expansion proposal to increase capacity to 20 million annual passengers with new terminal facilities and enhanced transport links, promising economic growth and job creation.
Biker killed in Solihull crash - police appeal
West Midlands Police are urgently seeking witnesses after a fatal collision between a motorcycle and a car in Solihull left a biker dead and closed major roads for investigation.
Macquarie buys Bristol & Birmingham Energy from EDF
Global investment giant Macquarie finalises strategic purchase of Bristol Energy and Birmingham Energy from EDF, marking significant consolidation in Britain's sustainable energy sector.
£6.5m Railway Upgrade Kicks Off on Key Transport Route
A landmark £6.5 million railway enhancement project has commenced, promising significant improvements to track infrastructure and future service reliability across a vital transport corridor.
Rachel Reeves to announce major planning reforms and new towns
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to unveil Labour's radical planning reforms and new town developments to boost economic growth and tackle the housing crisis.
Birmingham's bridge bashing crisis costs £100k
Exclusive investigation reveals Birmingham's low bridges have been struck over 1,000 times in three years, costing taxpayers nearly £100,000 in repairs and causing major traffic disruption across the city.
Dudley Metro extension faces mine shaft safety challenge
Essential safety investigations into unstable mine shafts must be completed before the transformative £50 million Dudley Metro extension can proceed, with work potentially starting within months.
Midlands Metro extension delayed until late 2025
Frustration mounts as the Wednesbury to Brierley Hill Metro extension encounters significant setbacks, pushing completion to late 2025 and raising concerns about escalating costs and traffic disruption.
Solihull Council sells scout hut in £1.5M property clear-out
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council has raised over £1.5 million by selling 14 properties, including a former scout hut in Knowle, as part of a major review of publicly-owned assets.
Urgent search for missing Solihull mother Chelsea
West Midlands Police are urgently searching for Chelsea, a 31-year-old mother from Solihull who disappeared after dropping her children at school. Concerns are growing as she hasn't been seen since Tuesday morning.
Midlands Demands 24-Hour Transport to Save Night Economy
Business leaders and politicians demand urgent improvements to late-night transport across the Midlands, warning that unreliable services are strangling the night-time economy and leaving workers stranded.
Welsh Steel Firm Wins Network Rail Contract
Celsa Steel UK secures groundbreaking contract to supply recycled steel for Britain's railway infrastructure transformation, creating jobs and boosting sustainable manufacturing.
Labour's EV plan faces charging infrastructure crisis
Industry leaders sound alarm over insufficient charging infrastructure as Labour pushes for accelerated electric vehicle adoption, threatening to derail green transport ambitions.
Rachel Reeves' four-point plan to tackle cost of living
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major economic reforms including planning system overhaul, infrastructure investment, and energy security measures to boost UK economy and ease financial pressures on households.
Wolverhampton's £27m Transport Hub Approved
Wolverhampton Council approves ambitious £27 million transport interchange project, promising to revolutionise city centre connectivity and boost local economy.
Solihull Council reviews energy standards for new developments
Solihull Council launches groundbreaking review of energy standards for new buildings, aiming to slash carbon emissions and lead West Midlands' climate fight with sustainable development requirements.
Jealous husband stabbed wife 22 times in Solihull
A Solihull husband's horrific attack on his wife driven by jealousy and paranoia has been revealed in court as he receives a life sentence for murder.
Birmingham's Hagley Road cycle lane divides city
Birmingham's ambitious Hagley Road cycle lane project sparks heated debate between cyclists celebrating newfound safety and motorists facing increased congestion in this major transport corridor overhaul.
Woman dies in tragic Solihull dog attack
A woman has tragically died after being mauled by a dog in a Solihull property, prompting a major police response and community shock.
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