Bristol’s growing student population is costing public services £2.6 million in lost council tax, raising concerns among local councillors about funding. Bristol’s Student Flats Lead to £2.6 Million Shortfall in Council Tax Revenue Bristol: The city is seeing a surge in student numbers. This growth means public services are missing out on £2.6 million in…
In Bristol, just one person has faced fines for illegal log burner use in three years, raising concerns about air quality and enforcement challenges. Only One Person Fined for Illegal Log Burner Use in Bristol Over Three Years Bristol: It’s surprising, but only one person has been fined for using a log burner in the…
Hannah Whittall’s passing leaves her twin daughters without parents, following their father’s death just 18 months earlier. A heartbreaking story of loss. Twin Girls Left Orphaned After Mother’s Battle with Cancer Ends Tragically Tamworth: It’s a heartbreaking story. Hannah Whittall, a beloved mum, lost her battle with breast cancer. She found a lump under her…
A Birmingham activist says a rubbish-strewn street feels like climbing Everest after three years of complaints to the council Rubbish-Filled Birmingham Street with Burnt-Out Caravan Feels Like Everest Climb Birmingham: A local activist, Gerry Moynihan, is fed up. He’s been calling for a clean-up on Camelot Way for three years. But nothing has changed. He…
Sutton Coldfield unveils a new plan to enhance its town centre, but the bus station proposal has been dropped, focusing on smaller, impactful changes. Fifteen-Point Plan to Revamp Sutton Coldfield Town Centre, Bus Station Axed Sutton Coldfield: Exciting changes are coming to the town centre! A new plan has been announced to improve the area,…
The Kingshurst Village regeneration is moving ahead, with senior councillors backing the next phase to enhance community services and facilities. Kingshurst Village Regeneration Project Takes Major Step Forward with Council Support Solihull: Exciting news for Kingshurst! The village regeneration project is really picking up steam. Senior councillors are all in for the next phase, which…
Exciting new murals have transformed the subway at South Bristol’s train station, showcasing local talent and enhancing the community vibe. New Murals Brighten Up South Bristol Train Station with Local Artistry South Bristol: The subway at Bedminster train station just got a major facelift. Two vibrant murals have been painted, making the space feel alive…
Lichfield police are investigating a massive rubbish dump that has shocked locals and disrupted access in the area. Help is needed to identify the culprits. Lichfield Police Respond to Massive Waste Pile as New Images Reveal Scale Lichfield: A shocking scene unfolded when a huge pile of rubbish appeared overnight. Fly-tippers dumped industrial waste on…
Royal Mail has alerted households in 32 postcodes about potential mail delays due to issues at its Swansea Mail Centre over the weekend Royal Mail Warns UK Households in 32 Postcodes of Delivery Delays Swansea: So, Royal Mail is having a bit of a hiccup. They’ve warned folks in 32 postcodes that their mail might…
Dudley Council rejected a retirement home plan due to objections from football authorities, citing concerns over local sports facilities and parking issues. FA Raises Concerns Over Retirement Home Plans in Kingswinford, Local Reaction Kingswinford: So, there was this plan to build retirement flats in Kingswinford. But it didn’t go through. Dudley Council said no, mainly…