The West Midlands Combined Authority has approved a major salary increase for its chief executive role, raising the potential pay to £250,000 to attract a permanent leader. The search continues after Laura Shoaf's departure last year.
West Midlands Police Chief Constable Craig Guildford has retired with immediate effect following a watchdog review and political pressure. Read the full story of his 30-year career.
West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster will announce the future of Chief Constable Craig Guildford today at 4pm. Follow for live updates on this breaking story.
Graham Farrant, ex-chief of BCP Council, joins the Health and Safety Executive as a non-executive director. Discover his 47-year career and the HSE's vital mission.
West Midlands PCC Simon Foster vows not to sack Chief Constable Craig Guildford over the Israeli fan ban, pending a full review. Read the latest on the political fallout.
Ofsted inspectors have rated Solihull Council's children's services as 'good', marking a dramatic recovery from an 'inadequate' judgement in 2022. Council leaders are praised for making children a 'corporate priority'.
A controversial plan to pay senior Worcestershire council officers bonuses to stay ahead of a 2028 reorganisation remains undecided. Critics call the proposal 'divisive and hurtful'.
The West Midlands Combined Authority is raising its chief executive salary to £250,000 to compete with rivals and attract top leadership. The role has been vacant since June.
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton faced a reader Q&A, addressing the Crown pub's future, 20mph speed limits, disability access, and library cuts. Read his responses and pledges.
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton will face MPs over the controversial decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a Villa match. Read the full story on the political fallout.
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton explains his 'practical' approach to tackling child poverty, defending his relationship with government ministers. Read his full Q&A.
Labour leaders block a public inquiry into Birmingham City Council's financial collapse. Critics warn of a lack of accountability and say the party will pay at the ballot box. Read the full story.
Birmingham's new lead commissioner eyes Barcelona-style status. Plus, a cat rescued from Vinted, HS2 updates, and festive events in our Christmas week digest. Stay connected to Brum.
Future Birmingham council leaders elected in 2026 will lack full autonomy, bound by a government-imposed action plan to ensure financial stability. Discover the binding roadmap for recovery.
Government commissioners will oversee Birmingham City Council after the 2026 elections, restricting new leaders' autonomy with a strict action plan. Discover the roadmap for recovery.
Birmingham's new lead commissioner says the city must earn the respect of a true 'second city', drawing direct inspiration from Barcelona's global standing. Read the full analysis.
The government's lead commissioner warns a 'that'll do' attitude must be broken for Birmingham City Council to recover. Key financial deadlines are set for early 2025.
Staffordshire County Council leader Ian Cooper is under urgent investigation by Reform UK after allegations of racist and bigoted social media comments. Anti-racism group Hope Not Hate published the claims.
Government commissioners will oversee Birmingham City Council until at least 2028. The ongoing bins strike and equal pay liabilities are key challenges slowing the council's recovery.
Rochdale Council leader condemns recent terrorist attack on Manchester synagogue and warns against divisive politics ahead of Remembrance Sunday services across the borough.
Ex-Birmingham City Council leader Tahir Ali could be barred from public office for seven years following a standards investigation into taxi licence misconduct during his tenure.