Bristol faces a £2.6 million loss in council tax due to student exemptions, sparking calls for change from local residents and officials. Bristol Residents Urge Action as Students Cost City £2.6M in Lost Tax Revenue Bristol: The city is feeling the pinch from its growing student population. This year, the council is missing out on…
Solihull Council is determined to keep enhancing children’s services after recent improvements were noted by inspectors Solihull Council Committed to Ongoing Improvements in Children’s Services Solihull: A senior officer at Solihull Council recently shared that they’re not just sitting back after some positive feedback on children’s services. Ofsted inspectors visited last October and found improvements…
A recent survey reveals that over 25% of West Midlands residents feel unsafe at home, raising concerns about local safety and community well-being. Shocking Number of West Midlands Residents Feel Unsafe in Their Own Areas Birmingham: A recent survey shows that more than 25% of people in the West Midlands don’t feel safe at home.…
Twin girls are left heartbroken after losing their mother to cancer, sparking an outpouring of support and love from the community. Support and Heartbreak After Twins Orphaned by Mum’s Cancer Death Birmingham: It’s a tough story to share. Twin girls, Isabelle and Emmy, are now without their mum, Hannah Whitsell. She passed away after a…
Birmingham City Council has decided not to leave parks open overnight after community feedback raised concerns about safety and crime. Birmingham Council Decides Against Controversial Proposal for City Parks Birmingham: The city council has made a big decision about its parks. They were thinking about leaving the gates open overnight to save money. But after…
Exciting plans for a £24 million makeover of Haden Hill Leisure Centre have been submitted, promising a new pool and upgraded facilities for the community. Plans Unveiled for £24m Revamp of Cradley Heath’s Haden Hill Leisure Centre Cradley Heath: Big changes are coming to the Haden Hill Leisure Centre. Plans have been submitted to give…
South Gloucestershire residents face a 4.99% council tax increase despite strong opposition during public consultations, raising concerns about future financial stability. South Gloucestershire Council Tax Set for 4.99% Hike Amid Resident Opposition South Gloucestershire: The council is planning to raise council tax by 4.99% starting in April. This increase will push the Band D household…
Exciting changes are coming to Chelmsley Wood as a university plans to open a catering college in vacant shopping units, boosting local job training. Chelmsley Wood Shopping Centre to Transform Empty Units into Catering College Birmingham: Big news for Chelmsley Wood! A university wants to turn two empty units into a catering college. University College…
Discover how certain conditions can help you avoid council tax bills. It’s easier than you think! Four Conditions That Could Mean No Council Tax Bill for You Birmingham: Money-saving expert Martin Lewis has shared some great news. If you or someone in your household has a severe illness, you might not have to pay council…
Starting today, eligible households can apply for £200 payments to ease living costs. This support comes from the DWP’s Household Support Fund. New £200 Cost of Living Payments Available Today from DWP Household Fund Dudley: Starting today, there’s a new £200 payment to help with living costs. This is part of the DWP’s Household Support…