Dudley's most popular 2025 petition debated by council
A petition on housing asylum seekers in Dudley, gaining over 3,000 signatures, triggered a full council debate. Discover the other local issues that mobilised residents in 2025.
A petition on housing asylum seekers in Dudley, gaining over 3,000 signatures, triggered a full council debate. Discover the other local issues that mobilised residents in 2025.
A review reveals a Herefordshire councillor missed twice as many meetings as he attended in 2025. Discover the full story and see who had perfect attendance.
The Treasury will insure the historic Bayeux Tapestry for £800m during its UK loan. Discover how the Government Indemnity Scheme makes this cultural exchange possible.
Malvern Theatres is set for a landmark £20 million redevelopment in 2026, funded by the government's Levelling Up Fund. The project will deliver a new studio theatre, improved accessibility, and a community amphitheatre. Read more about this exciting cult
Birmingham's nightlife receives a major boost as Forum Digbeth redevelops The Annexe warehouse, doubling its capacity to 4,000. The new multi-room space aims to host major live music and club events. Read more.
Birmingham Museums Trust launches urgent £2m public appeal. Half its costs are unfunded, putting the city's world-class cultural heritage at a 'critical crossroads'. Your help is needed.
Birmingham Museums Trust launches a vital £2 million public fundraising campaign to save the city's cultural heritage. Your support is needed to keep our museums open.
Celebrate Rochdale's vibrant arts scene by nominating local heroes for the Rochdale Culture Awards 2026. Submit your entries before December 19 deadline.
Complaints against Solihull Council have surged to a three-year peak, driven by issues with waste collections and highway maintenance. Discover the key findings and the council's response.
Discover Toronto's vibrant cultural melting pot, from eclectic food tours to iconic landmarks. With a strong pound and direct Air Transat flights, now is the perfect time to explore Canada's most populous city.
Discover Rochdale's vibrant arts scene featuring Farah Nisa's poetry exhibition, Shaun the Sheep's circus show, and classic silent film screenings. Explore cultural events happening across Greater Manchester this season.
Discover how Nottingham's New Art Exchange is transforming traditional governance with an innovative citizen-led leadership approach that's putting community voices at the heart of decision-making.
A remarkable collection of vintage photographs captures the spirit of 1960s Britain, from fashion revolutions to cultural transformations that defined a generation.
Discover how Coventry is defying expectations with a remarkable 40% tourism surge, transforming from industrial heartland to must-visit cultural destination.
Exclusive: Labour considers mandatory 'Take Back Control' bills requiring councils to create bespoke powers for their communities in radical devolution shake-up.
A poignant torchlit procession will commemorate the Chartist martyrs of Newport who sacrificed their lives for the right to vote in 1839, as their legacy continues to inspire democratic movements today.
Discover how Bramley Music is transforming the local cultural landscape with exciting new programmes, community workshops, and innovative musical initiatives that are bringing residents together.