Birmingham's Digbeth is undergoing a huge transformation with a major venue expansion, a 17,500 sq ft food hall, and a historic pub revival. Discover all the new openings shaping the Creative Quarter.
A week of drama at Birmingham City Council includes a legal threat over regeneration, ongoing bins strike chaos, and a shark-suited spectator. Get the full update.
Demolition of long-empty tower blocks on Birmingham's Druid's Heath estate is scheduled to begin early in the New Year, following delays and resident concerns over neglect and anti-social behaviour.
Birmingham City Council confirms demolition of vandalism-hit Druids Heath tower blocks will start in early 2025, as residents complain of neglect during regeneration delays.
A century-old former working men's club in Smethwick, which fell into administration, will be transformed into townhouses and flats. Council planners approved the scheme despite parking concerns.
Residents in Birmingham's Druids Heath estate are threatening a judicial review over a council-approved regeneration scheme for 3,500 new homes, fearing community destruction.
Stafford town centre is set for a major transformation with plans for 100 new homes and a 100-bedroom hotel in the Eastgate area. The £30m project aims to boost the local economy and create new jobs.
Birmingham's Druid's Heath regeneration plan for 3,500 new homes, including 51% affordable housing, has been approved. Discover the details and resident concerns.
A landmark former Marks & Spencer store in Walsall town centre will be converted into a new Adult Learning Centre for over 700 students, marking the 'first step' in the town's regeneration.
Residents of Druids Heath in Birmingham express fury over council regeneration plans that would demolish their homes. Locals demand better communication and fair treatment.
Gurwinder Singh, 36, from Walsall, has been sentenced to 30 years for the attempted murder and rape of a woman after years of abuse. Learn about the case and support for victims.
From a rejected student tower to a new permanent cycle route, get the latest on Birmingham City Council's major planning and development decisions this week.
Residents of Birmingham's Druids Heath estate express fury over council regeneration plans that would demolish their homes. Locals demand better communication and fair treatment.
Construction work is now underway on the £50m Freshney Place redevelopment in Grimsby, set to deliver a cinema, leisure facilities and food hall by 2027.
Birmingham's £1.9bn Smithfield regeneration enters a crucial archaeological phase, uncovering medieval history before transforming the city centre. Discover the timeline and impact.
The £1.9bn Birmingham Smithfield regeneration project enters a crucial phase as archaeological works begin, uncovering the city's medieval past before transforming the city centre.
A former pub in Stockport could be replaced by a 17-storey tower with 76 apartments, part of a major regeneration plan. The council will decide by February 2026.
Walsall Council will decide this week whether to approve plans transforming the former Marks & Spencer into a new Adult Learning Centre for 750 students.
Actor Steve Coogan launches Middleton's co-operative regeneration plan featuring new homes, Metrolink extension and community-led development. Have your say in the town's future.
Discover why Birmingham's historic Jewellery Quarter has been crowned the best place to live in the West Midlands for 2026, with its Michelin stars and major regeneration.
Birmingham City Council has approved plans to build 55 flats on the site of the former Rosie's Nightclub in Sutton Coldfield, a move hailed as a key step for area regeneration.
Birmingham council approves transformative Phoenix Yard scheme creating a 'key gateway' with homes, student accommodation, and commercial space in Digbeth's creative quarter.
Lidl submits plans to replace outdated Bilston store with modern supermarket featuring 155 parking spaces and improved facilities. Read the full details.
Birmingham City FC reveals plans for a new 62,000-seat stadium, 'The Powerhouse', set to transform the city into a global sports and culture destination. Discover the project's huge economic impact.
Discover the winners of the 2025 ProCon Leicestershire Awards, celebrating the best construction projects and a rising star architect in the region. Find out which projects took top honours.
Birmingham City chairman Tom Wagner reveals ambitious 62,000-capacity stadium design as part of city-transforming Sports Quarter project. Discover the vision.
Major plans to transform a Birmingham city block into a new 'gateway' for Digbeth are recommended for approval. The scheme includes homes, student accommodation, and commercial space.
A man has died at a McDonald's restaurant on Eccleshall Road in Stafford. Police are investigating but confirm the death is not being treated as suspicious. Read the latest.
A man has died at a McDonald's restaurant in Stafford despite the efforts of emergency services. Paramedics administered advanced life support but could not save him.
Colin Harding, 74, died at HMP Stafford from natural causes. He had served under two years of a 21-year sentence for sexual offences. Read the full investigation details.