MP Criticises Solihull Bridge Consultation as 'Unbalanced'
A political row erupts over Barston Bridge's future, with MP Saqib Bhatti accusing Solihull Council of a flawed consultation process as closure remains a £2m repair alternative.
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Council Blocks Off-Licence Reopening After Licence Revoked Twice
Wolverhampton Council has rejected plans to reopen an off-licence that was shut down twice for selling alcohol to children and operating illegally after licence revocation.
Wolverhampton Shop's Marquee Rejection Leads to New Cafe Plans
After council and government inspectors rejected an unauthorised marquee at Amritsar Sweets in Wolverhampton, owners propose a new 20-seat cafe and takeaway development behind the Dudley Road shop.
Solihull Council's 2025 Agenda: Major Projects Ahead
Solihull Council has unveiled its ambitious 2025 agenda, focusing on major projects, community engagement, and service improvements to enhance local life.
Residents Win Planning Appeal for Home Improvements
A Balsall Common couple successfully appealed to the government planning inspectorate after Solihull Council refused retrospective permission for driveway gates and garden walls.
Birmingham Residents Threaten Action Over Uncollected Bins
Frustrated residents on Edward Road in Balsall Heath warn of direct action after bins remain uncollected for three months, leading to vermin infestations and health concerns.
Binman's Tip to Get Your Wheelie Bin Back
A refuse collector known as 'The No1 Binman' explains why bins get misplaced and shares a straightforward solution to guarantee your bin returns to your property after collection.
Birmingham 2026 Local Elections: Everything You Need to Know
Comprehensive guide to Birmingham's 2026 local elections covering key dates, major political parties, critical issues like the bins strike and financial crisis, and what the results could mean for the city's future.
Birmingham Tip Truck Schedule: Next Week's Locations
Birmingham City Council has released the schedule for its mobile tip trucks for the upcoming week, providing residents with a free service to dispose of accumulated waste during the ongoing bin strike.
Royal Mail Delays in West Midlands Postcodes
Residents in Shrewsbury, Brierley Hill, Smethwick, and Tipton face Royal Mail delivery disruptions due to local issues like sick absences and resourcing challenges.
Philp: Rwanda Plan Could Have Averted Murder
Chris Philp MP argues the brutal killing of Rhiannon Whyte might have been prevented if Labour had supported Conservative deportation plans to Rwanda for asylum seekers.
Dudley Mayor Defies Legal Advice in Council Clash
Dudley Mayor Pete Lee has defended ignoring the council's top lawyer's advice during a heated debate on grit bins, sparking fury among opposition councillors.
Rossendale Council Registers New Planning Applications
Rossendale Borough Council has registered several new planning applications, including shop front replacements in Haslingden, extensions in Helmshore, and an accessible WC annexe at Rawtenstall Heritage Railway Station.
DWP Bank Checks to Recover £500m Yearly from Benefit Fraud
The DWP is implementing new bank checks to combat fraud and error in benefits, aiming to recover £500m annually by targeting undeclared savings and overseas stays.
BBC Licence Fee Hike Could Be Blocked by Government
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is reportedly considering preventing the annual BBC TV licence fee increase, potentially saving millions of UK households from paying £181.
DWP Bank Account Checks for Benefits Start After Feb 27
The Department for Work and Pensions will begin checking bank accounts for Universal Credit, Pension Credit and ESA claimants after February 27, using new powers that have sparked controversy.
Birmingham Bin Strike: 'Megapicket' Halts Collections
Birmingham residents face another day of missed bin collections as a large-scale 'megapicket' protest by campaigners and striking workers disrupts city-wide services, with the industrial action now entering its second year.
£150 Warm Home Discount Extended to 2031 for Universal Credit
The UK Government has confirmed a five-year extension of the Warm Home Discount scheme, providing £150 energy bill support to low-income households including Universal Credit claimants.
£39bn Public Sector Pensions Bill Hits Taxpayers
Official figures reveal a £39bn public sector pensions bill for taxpayers this year, with costs rising 26% since 2023-24. Think tanks warn the situation is unsustainable.
Warm Home Discount Extended for Six DWP Benefits Until 2030
The Labour government has extended the £150 Warm Home Discount scheme for low-income households on six DWP benefits until 2030, though experts warn discounts alone won't solve the energy crisis.
£150 Warm Home Discount Extended to Six Million Households
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms the Warm Home Discount scheme will continue for five years, providing £150 energy bill relief to low-income households.
Starmer's 'Stark Choice': Military vs Welfare Cuts
Sir Keir Starmer faces a critical decision between funding military readiness and cutting the welfare bill, with a £28bn shortfall forcing tough choices.
Warm Home Discount Extended to 2031 for Millions
The Labour government confirms the Warm Home Discount scheme will continue until 2030/2031, providing a £150 winter energy rebate to millions more eligible UK households.
Trump Warns Starmer Over 'Dangerous' China Trade
US President Donald Trump issues a stark warning to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, calling enhanced UK-China economic relations 'dangerous' as Starmer concludes a landmark Beijing visit.
Birmingham Councillors: City 'Trashed' by Bins Strike
Two independent councillors express horror as Birmingham's bins strike enters second year, damaging the city's reputation nationally and internationally while services remain suspended.
Birmingham Bin Collections Cancelled Over Safety
Birmingham City Council suspends all bin collections on Friday due to a major 'megapicket' protest at depots, citing health and safety concerns as the industrial dispute enters its 14th month.
Councillor Resigns Over Illegal HMO Properties
Warwickshire County Council chair Edward Harris resigns after Tamworth Borough Council reveals he owned substandard Houses of Multiple Occupation lacking basic amenities.
Birmingham Bin Strike: City Becomes International Laughing Stock
Independent councillors voice horror as Birmingham's ongoing bin strike enters second year, damaging the city's reputation and causing international embarrassment.
Birmingham Bin Strike: City's Reputation in Tatters
Independent councillors warn Birmingham has become an 'international laughing stock' as the bins strike enters its second year, with no resolution in sight and ongoing damage to the city's global reputation.
£10k Emergency Loans for Pensioners Facing Payment Delays
Thousands of civil service pensioners are receiving interest-free hardship loans of up to £10,000 as 90,000 face unacceptable payment delays in the pension scheme.
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