Plans for 18 new homes in Balsall Common are recommended for approval despite local objections about green belt impacts and infrastructure strain New Homes in Solihull Village Recommended for Approval Amid Green Belt Concerns Solihull: Proposed new homes in a village are moving forward despite local pushback. Rainier Developments Limited wants to build 18 homes…
A final decision on a proposed 170-bed retirement village in Knowle will be made next week by Solihull Council’s planning committee, amid local concerns. Final Decision on Huge 170-Bed Retirement Village Planned for Knowle Soon Knowle: A big retirement village with 170 care units is in the works. The Solihull Council planning committee will decide…
A foodbank coordinator urges Dudley Council to rethink cuts to the Welfare Rights Team, which helps residents access vital benefits amid budget reductions. Foodbank Worker Calls Council’s Welfare Cuts a ‘Kneejerk Reaction’ Dudley: A charity worker is asking Dudley Council to reconsider its decision to cut a key service. Joy Moss, who runs the Stourbridge…
In Quinton, residents face unique challenges with bin collections based on council borders. Living on one side can mean timely pickups, while the other side may struggle. Birmingham Road: Where Your Side of the Street Affects Bin Collections Birmingham: Quinton is a busy suburb with about 21,000 residents. It’s near the M5, where three council…
Residents in Stechford are worried as their neighborhood changes due to many exempt hostels, leading to safety concerns and a decline in community spirit. Fears Stechford Street is Becoming a ‘Ghetto’ Due to Exempt Hostels Birmingham: Families in Stechford feel trapped in their homes. They’re scared to visit their local church because of drug dealers…
Birmingham City Council reviews the future of Kings Heath Park Garden Centre amid financial struggles, sparking community backlash and a petition to keep it open. Birmingham ‘Hidden Gem’ at Risk of Closure in ‘Third Party’ Update from Council Birmingham: The city council is looking at the future of a popular spot in Kings Heath Park.…
A Birmingham businessman is frustrated after a trailer blocks the pavement outside his shop for two days, causing issues for customers and pedestrians. Birmingham Businessman Rants After Trailer Left Blocking Pavement Outside Shop Birmingham: A businessman is upset after a trailer was left blocking the pavement outside his shop. The trailer has been there for…
Sandwell Council has rejected plans for a 36-bed HMO in West Bromwich, citing concerns over heritage and lack of a formal application. 36-bed HMO Proposal Opposite £7.5m West Bromwich Town Hall Rejected West Bromwich: A proposal to open a 36-bed HMO on High Street has been rejected. The site is across from the newly restored…
Drivers in Bristol are using Avonview Cemetery as a shortcut to dodge traffic, causing damage to graves and prompting council action to prevent this behavior. Motorists Drive Over Graves to Avoid Congestion in Bristol’s Liveable Neighbourhood Bristol: Drivers are taking a shortcut through Avonview Cemetery to avoid traffic. This has led to some cars driving…
Clevedon, a charming coastal town, has been recognized as one of the UK’s top places to live, thanks to its unique character and beautiful surroundings. The Independently Minded Town Near Bristol Ranked Among the Best in the UK Clevedon: This lovely town has been named one of the best places to live in the UK.…