Birmingham Council Sells Land in Auction
Cash-strapped Birmingham City Council is auctioning two plots of land in Aston and Tyseley to generate funds. The auction takes place on February 5. Read more.
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Birmingham land plot for sale at auction with £75k guide
A triangular plot of land in Handsworth, Birmingham, is set for auction on 5th February with a £75,000+ guide price. Bond Wolfe suggests potential for various developments. Read more.
Birmingham Council plans 4.8% social rent increase
Birmingham City Council plans a 4.8% rent rise for social housing to fund repairs and meet government standards. The increase, set for discussion on January 20, aims to tackle a backlog of maintenance issues.
Council Tax Reduced to £0 for 14 DWP Benefit Claimants
Households in the UK could see their council tax bills reduced to zero if a resident has a severe mental impairment and receives certain DWP benefits. Find out if you qualify.
New Birmingham-Manchester rail line planned
The government has announced plans for a new railway line connecting Birmingham and Manchester, though no construction timeline is confirmed. It will not be a reinstatement of the scrapped HS2 leg.
Plymouth Council Seeks £25.7m to Plug £17m Budget Shortfall
Plymouth City Council is petitioning the Government for £25.7m in extra funding to cover soaring social care costs, as it faces a £17m budget shortfall. Read the full story.
Bristol considers bid for UK City of Culture 2029
Bristol councillors will decide on a bid to become UK City of Culture 2029, aiming to use culture to tackle inequality and boost the local economy. A decision is due on 20 January.
British Land CEO Simon Carter Steps Down
Simon Carter, CEO of FTSE 100 property giant British Land, announces departure to lead P3 Logistics Parks. Succession process begins for the UK's leading real estate investment trust.
Key Birmingham Land Plot by Aston Expressway Up for Auction
Birmingham City Council is selling a prime 0.79-acre plot next to the Aston Expressway at auction. Guide price is £400,000+. Discover the strategic opportunity.
Drayton Manor's £10 Weekend Ticket Sale
Drayton Manor Theme Park launches a £10 weekend ticket deal for January and February, covering Thomas Land, the zoo, and more. Book now before the offer ends!
Glasgow to trial car-free 'People First Zone' in 2026
Glasgow City Council will launch an 18-month trial of a 'People First Zone' in early 2026, restricting private vehicles to prioritise pedestrians. Share your views in the consultation.
Birmingham Council sells £250m of property in crisis
Birmingham City Council has sold over 1,000 properties and plots of land, raising £250m to tackle its financial woes. Discover the full scale of the asset sales and what it means for the city's future.
Coventry Council to debate four-day working week
A Coventry councillor will urge the authority to explore a four-day week for staff to boost morale and save money. The motion will be debated next week.
500 New Homes Approved for Midlands Green Belt
Plans for nearly 500 new homes on green belt land in the Midlands have been approved, sparking debate over housing needs and environmental protection. Read the full details.
Worcester planners reject two-bed home over 'overdevelopment'
Worcester City Council has refused plans for a detached two-bedroom house on Avon Road, citing overdevelopment and loss of character. Read the full details of the rejection.
Birmingham Council's 2025: Strikes, Resignations & Hope
From a bitter bins strike to Labour resignations, Birmingham City Council faced a tumultuous 2025. Explore the key moments and the reasons for optimism as the city looks ahead to crucial local elections and major regeneration projects.
Birmingham Council's £171m IT project faces new delay
Birmingham City Council's troubled Oracle IT system faces another major setback, pushing its launch to summer 2026. The project, now four years late, has cost £171m. Read the exclusive details.
Birmingham bins strike: Council boss on 'difficult' hurdles
Birmingham's bin strike reaches a grim one-year milestone. Council's top officer Joanne Roney speaks out on the 'incredibly difficult' negotiations with Unite, stalled by equal pay and financial constraints. What's next?
Petition for traffic lights at Birmingham primary school
Nearly 180 people have signed a petition urging Birmingham City Council to install traffic lights outside City Road Primary School in Edgbaston to improve child safety on the busy Cavendish Road.
Petition for Traffic Lights at Birmingham School on Rat-Run
Parents demand Birmingham City Council install traffic lights at City Road Primary School's entrance on Cavendish Road, citing dangerous peak-hour traffic and risk of a 'preventable tragedy'.
JLR sales drop 43% after major cyber attack
Jaguar Land Rover's wholesale figures fell over 43% in late 2025 after a cyber attack halted production. The UK car giant reveals ongoing challenges with US tariffs and model changes.
JLR sales dive 40% after cyber attack disruption
Jaguar Land Rover's wholesale sales fell over 40% last quarter after a major cyber attack halted production. The firm reports 'strong progress' in recovery. Read the full impact analysis.
Martin Lewis reveals how to slash council tax to £0
Martin Lewis highlights the Severe Mental Impairment council tax discount, which can cut bills to zero for eligible households. Learn if you qualify and how to claim.
Council Tax Break: Two-Month Holiday for UK Homes in 2026
Millions of UK households will get a two-month council tax break in 2026 ahead of new property bands. Find out if you're eligible and how the new high-value surcharge will work.
Tories pledge to scrap fortnightly bin collections in Birmingham
Birmingham Conservatives promise to restore weekly bin rounds and end the long-running strike as part of a six-point local election plan. Discover their full strategy.
Birmingham mum fears for life after abuser released
A Birmingham domestic abuse survivor says she fears becoming a 'statistic' after her violent ex was released from prison. She is urgently calling on the council to rehouse her.
120 New Homes Proposed for Solihull Green Belt in Shirley
Taylor Wimpey has submitted plans to build 120 homes, half affordable, on green belt land off Stratford Road in Shirley. The public consultation is open until January 27.
CGI reveals Birmingham's stunning 2045 transformation
Stunning CGI images show how Birmingham could look in 2045, with HS2, a regenerated Digbeth, and new sports quarter. See the ambitious vision for the city's future.
Birmingham cuts 27 roads to 30mph for safety
Birmingham City Council has reduced speed limits from 40mph to 30mph on 27 key routes. The move aims to cut collisions, improve air quality, and create safer streets for all. Discover the full story and official statements.
200 Homes Planned for Failand Green Belt Land
Hill Residential's plan for 200 homes on green-belt land near Failand sparks debate. Will the village's unique triangular shape be lost? Read the local reaction.
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