Birmingham park parking charges set for 2026
Birmingham City Council confirms new parking fees for three major parks from 2026, sparking political backlash. Find out the costs and the opposition's pledge.
Birmingham City Council confirms new parking fees for three major parks from 2026, sparking political backlash. Find out the costs and the opposition's pledge.
Birmingham City Council plans new parking fees at three major parks in 2026 to raise funds, sparking fierce opposition from residents and political parties. Find out the details and what it means for visitors.
Two women seriously injured after being hit by a blue MG ZS in a Tesco car park in Whitchurch. Police appeal for witnesses to the Saturday afternoon collision.
Six of Wolverhampton's finest parks and green spaces have retained their prestigious Green Flag status. Discover the award-winning beauty spots offering free play, walks, and cafes.
Discover nine stunning locations across Birmingham and the West Midlands, perfect for a revitalising New Year's run. Explore parks, hills, and country parks to kickstart your 2026 fitness goals.
British Land applies to boost maximum store size at Telford Forge Retail Park to attract larger retailers, aiming to secure long-term tenancies and support the local economy. Read the full details.
Discover 16 beautiful winter walks near Birmingham, including Sutton Park, Cannock Chase & Lickey Hills. Perfect for festive family strolls. Plan your frosty adventure today!
Shoppers at Tesco, Sainsbury's and Morrisons risk fines for misusing parent and child parking bays. A study reveals 25% misuse, with one mother fined £260. Know the rules to avoid penalties.
The trial of three men charged over the death of Suzanne Cherry, who was hit by a van on a Sutton Coldfield golf course, will begin in January. Get the latest updates.
Police are hunting a man seen committing indecent acts twice near a children's soft play area in Sutton Coldfield. Canal boat resident Steve Bates reported the alarming incidents.
West Midlands Police's proactive team makes multiple arrests in Sutton Coldfield for burglary, robbery, and drug offences ahead of Christmas. Read the latest on the operation.
St Michael's Church in Boldmere wins planning permission for a new car park. The scheme, which involves sensitively relocating gravestones, aims to tackle severe local parking problems. Read the full details.
West Midlands Police are seeking two individuals after a shop worker was struck with a spanner during a theft in Darlaston, Walsall. Anyone with information is urged to contact officers.
West Midlands Police deploy new high-visibility patrols in Streetly, Sutton Coldfield, following a sharp rise in vehicle thefts from driveways. Officers urge residents to stay vigilant.
Local Conservatives promise to scrap parking charges and establish a trust to restore Birmingham's Sutton Park ahead of the 2026 elections. Read their full plan.
Two pedestrians were injured, one seriously, in a hit-and-run on Soho Road, Birmingham. The road is closed as police search for the grey Corsa driver. Follow live updates.
Plans for the UK's first Universal Studios theme park near Cambridgeshire have been approved, promising 8,000 permanent jobs and a £50bn economic boost. Discover the details.
Sutton Park in Birmingham has been ranked among the UK's top 10 parks for a Christmas Day walk. Discover why this stunning National Nature Reserve is the perfect festive escape.
A major fire involving 300 tonnes of scrap metal erupted in Birmingham's Hockley area. 35 firefighters battled the blaze, with residents warned to keep windows closed. Read the full details.
Discover Birmingham's stunning parks and green spaces that earned it the UK's first 'Nature City' title. Explore the top 10 spots, from Sutton Park to Moseley Bog.
A three-year-old girl was among 21 people injured in a pepper spray assault at Heathrow's Terminal 3 car park. Police have arrested a 31-year-old man. Get the latest updates.
Police made a chilling discovery of drugs, knives and a baton inside a stolen van stopped at a motorway service station. Five occupants were arrested.
A group assault with pepper spray at Heathrow's Terminal 3 car park left 21 needing treatment. Police confirm it's not terrorism. Read the latest updates.
A father of three was fined nearly £300 after being 13 minutes late to his car. He lost his keys in a play centre ball pit and couldn't extend his parking stay. He's now calling for a change in the rules.
Birmingham City Council's new plan proposes building on 17 Green Belt sites in Sutton Coldfield. Local leaders call it an 'attack on the town' and urge residents to object before the December 19 deadline.
Summer Lane in Birmingham city centre is closed between New John Street West and New Summer Street following a police incident. Drivers are warned to expect delays and plan alternative routes.
An 18-year-old was fatally struck on the M5 moments after a police officer discharged a Taser. The IOPC is investigating the tragic incident near Weston-super-Mare.
A 15-year-old boy was shaken after a robbery by four masked youths near Sutton Coldfield Railway Station. His iPhone X was stolen. Police have arrested a 19-year-old man. Call 101 with info.
Discover serene and quiet winter walking routes across Birmingham and the West Midlands to boost your wellbeing and escape the festive bustle this Christmas.
An 18-year-old man has died after being struck by a car on the M5. The incident occurred after he exited an ambulance on the northbound carriageway. Read the full report.