Walsall Rooftop Food Court Awaits Planning Verdict
Walsall's popular rooftop street food venue remains closed after a planning row. The council withdrew a stop notice, but a final decision on its future is pending. Read the latest.
Walsall's popular rooftop street food venue remains closed after a planning row. The council withdrew a stop notice, but a final decision on its future is pending. Read the latest.
Key developments in Walsall this week include a historic building conversion for NHS staff, a major green belt housing inquiry, and a row over a £50m free school. Get the full update.
Octopus Energy advises adjusting your boiler's flow temperature to save up to £65 on energy bills this Christmas. Learn the simple settings for combi and system boilers.
Octopus Energy advises customers to adjust their boiler's flow temperature to between 55°C and 60°C, potentially saving £65 on energy bills. The firm also announces the spin-off of its tech arm, Kraken.
Pensioners in Walsall tower blocks feel like 'second-class citizens' after their social landlord, WHG, ended a subsidy, causing gas prices to soar from 4p to 17.67p/kWh. Read the full story.
Residents in Walsall tower blocks see energy bills quadruple after a new heat network system leaves them unable to switch providers or access Ofgem price caps.
UK households can slash energy bills by £200 a year by timing showers to two short pop songs. Get the playlist and see how to cut costs as bills rise in January.
UK households face a £100 rise in energy bills to fund a £28bn national grid infrastructure upgrade. Ofgem says the investment is essential for security and the green transition. Read the full details.
UK energy regulator Ofgem greenlights a £28 billion network upgrade. Find out how this impacts your bills and the push for renewable energy.
A public inquiry into 115 homes on Walsall green belt land has started. Developers accuse the council of a 'catastrophic failure' in housing supply. Read the latest.
EDF and Octopus Energy reveal how simple draught-proofing methods can slash your heating costs by up to £80 annually. Learn how to keep your home warmer for less this winter.
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.
Walsall Council approves a four-year extension for the Highfields landfill site, promising long-term community benefits despite ongoing resident complaints about stench and noise.
A decision on extending Walsall Wood landfill site for four years is due today. Residents report 'egg-like stench' causing health issues. Read the latest.
Money expert Martin Lewis identifies the cheapest fixed energy tariffs from Octopus, Eon and EDF as bills are set to rise again in January. Discover how to save over 10% on your energy costs.
Walsall Council will decide this week whether to approve plans transforming the former Marks & Spencer into a new Adult Learning Centre for 750 students.
Octopus Energy's Octo Assist fund grows by £116,500 after customer donations and company matching. Discover how this support helps UK households with heating bills this winter.
Hamilton House residents see energy costs soar from 4p/kWh to 17.67p/kWh as councillor slams housing provider over 'take it or leave it' pricing. Read the full investigation.
British Gas launches its Energy Support Fund, offering grants of up to £2,000 to help customers clear energy debt this winter. Apply now for vital financial help.
Octopus Energy is rewarding UK households with up to £600 for completing eight simple energy-saving tasks. Learn how adjusting your boiler flow temperature and other tips can cut bills significantly.
ScottishPower launches a winter bundle: switch to a Panasonic heat pump for a £1,000 discount and a £300 energy bill credit. Cut bills and carbon emissions.
Ofgem confirms a 0.2% energy price cap rise from January 1, 2026, adding £3 to typical bills. Discover the reasons and potential government support in our guide.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis urges UK households to compare energy tariffs as Ofgem's Price Cap rises 0.2% from January 1, 2026. Electricity costs surge while standing charges increase again.
Octopus Energy backs Martin Lewis's simple '4pm rule' for closing curtains, which can reduce heat loss by up to 17% during the UK's cold snap. Start saving today!
Martin Lewis urges UK households to act now as Ofgem confirms a 0.2% energy price cap rise from January 1st. Bills will increase to £1,758 annually. Check your tariff today.
Households face a surprise energy bill increase as Ofgem confirms a 0.2% price cap rise for January 2026, despite predictions of a fall. Discover what this means for your budget.
Ofgem announces a new energy price cap of £1,758 for January-March. Despite a small rise, bills remain critically high, sparking calls for government action on fuel poverty.
Octopus Energy launches the UK's first fully agile energy tariff for SMEs. Prices update every 30 minutes, enabling businesses to save over 25% by using cheaper, greener power.
Struggling with energy bills? The British Gas Energy Trust is offering grants of up to £1,700 to clear debt, and you don't need to be a customer. Apply for support now.
Energy experts reveal the ideal time to turn your heating on and off to save money and stay warm as snow and ice hit Birmingham and the Midlands.