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.
Birmingham's iconic Villa Park, Edgbaston Stadium, Botanical Gardens and Jewellery Quarter are all set for major redevelopment, securing their future and boosting the local economy. Discover the plans.
Three teenagers have been sentenced for a vicious stabbing in Morris Park, Alum Rock, which left a 15-year-old boy with life-changing injuries. Read the full court details.
Three teenagers have been sentenced for a vicious stabbing in a Birmingham park. The 15-year-old victim required eight hours of surgery. Read the full court report.
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.
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.
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery analyses the 'different circumstances' behind his team's contrasting Premier League results against Manchester United this season. Read his full insight.
Aston Villa host Manchester United aiming to end a dismal 30-year home record. With Villa on a club-record winning streak, can they finally conquer their bogey team? Read our full preview.
Aston Villa will trial its new Warehouse matchday fanzone this Sunday against Manchester United. The 3,500-capacity venue will become the Premier League's largest beer hall. Read the full details.
UEFA fines Maccabi Tel Aviv €20,000 and issues a suspended away fan ban for racist chanting by supporters. The sanction follows controversy over a previous fan exclusion at Villa Park.
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.
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.
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 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.
Unai Emery dislikes the headlines, but Aston Villa's stunning win over Arsenal has them just three points off the top. Can they sustain a Premier League title challenge?
Unai Emery and Mikel Arteta have named their teams for the crucial Premier League clash at Villa Park. See all the changes and what's at stake.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery insists talk of a Premier League title race is premature, urging humility ahead of their crucial clash with leaders Arsenal at Villa Park.
Aston Villa's full Premier League fixture list for the 2025/26 season is out. See the key dates against Arsenal, Man City, and the crucial run-in. Full analysis here.
Complete guide to watching Aston Villa host Arsenal in the Premier League this Saturday. Get TV channel, streaming details, kick-off time and team news.
UEFA has fined BSC Young Boys €50,000 and issued a one-match away fan ban following crowd disturbances at Aston Villa. Get the latest on the fallout from the Europa League match.
Two Birmingham men feature in a powerful new portrait series unveiled for White Ribbon Day 2025, urging men to speak up against violence towards women and girls.
A new global coalition, ALL IN, launches in London to accelerate action against gender-based violence, calling for leadership, funding, and prevention. #EndGBV
Leicestershire Police are investigating after a woman's body was discovered in Maris Play Park, Leicester. The death is not being treated as suspicious. Read the latest updates.
Swiss national Noe Burri sentenced to eight weeks for assaulting a police officer during Aston Villa's Europa League clash with BSC Young Boys. Read the full story.
Eight Young Boys supporters arrested for alleged assault on police and violent disorder at Aston Villa's Europa League match. Objects thrown at officers and players.
Aston Villa fans can explore Villa Park on a discounted behind-the-scenes tour for just £12. Walk on the pitch, sit in the dugouts, and access dressing rooms. Book via Wowcher.
Six BSC Young Boys supporters arrested at Birmingham Airport following violent disorder at Villa Park. Dutch striker Donyell Malen injured. Police condemn unacceptable behaviour.