Birmingham City Council faces criticism after apologizing for removing artwork from Harborne Day Centre, a vital support hub for vulnerable adults, ahead of its closure Backlash as Birmingham Council Apologises for Regrettable Actions at Lifeline Centre Birmingham: The city council is in hot water after admitting to some poor decisions at Harborne Day Centre. Last…
A local community group has successfully secured Asset of Community Value status for the White Lion pub, reversing an earlier council decision against it. Community Group Celebrates Victory After Council’s U-Turn on Historic Pub Caldmore: A historic pub, the White Lion, is now protected from development. This comes after a local community group fought hard…
Dudley Council reports a reduction in the gender pay gap, now at 4.6%. This is a significant improvement from last year’s 7.9%, reflecting positive changes in pay equity. Gender Pay Gap Closing at Midlands Council Shows Positive Progress Dudley: Councillors are happy to see the gender pay gap is closing. A recent report shows the…
A firefighter tragically lost her life while fighting a fire at a Bristol supermarket, leaving a lasting impact on the community and her colleagues. Loss Remains Deep After Firefighter Dies in Bristol Supermarket Blaze Bristol: A 21-year-old firefighter died while bravely fighting a fire at a supermarket. Fleur Lombard was honored by Avon Fire &…
A petition with nearly 1,000 signatures calls on Walsall Council to halt plans that would criminalize homelessness and penalize begging in the town. Nearly 1,000 People Urge Council to Stop Criminalising Homelessness Walsall: A council meeting is set for Tuesday night to discuss new laws about begging. This follows a petition started in December urging…
Plans are underway to transform the closed Cottage Springs pub in Wednesbury into office space, following its closure in 2022 due to financial struggles. Midland Pub Closed Two Years Ago May Be Converted Into Office Space Wednesbury: A closed pub might soon become offices. The Cottage Springs on Franchise Street shut down in 2022. Phillip…
West Midlands councils are likely to increase their transport fund contributions to support free or discounted travel passes for residents. Midland Councils Set to Pay More for Free or Discount Travel Passes West Midlands: Councils are meeting this week to discuss transport funding. They plan to increase contributions for free or discounted travel passes. The…
Birmingham residents face missed bin collections due to unexpected strike dates announced by workers. The Unite union has ramped up industrial action over job cuts. Everything You Need to Know as Today’s Collection Hit by Extra Bin Strike Date Birmingham: Householders won’t have their bins emptied today. There’s been a surprise announcement of extra strike…
Wick House, a massive 43-bedroom mansion in Bristol, is for sale. Auction starts next month, but it needs significant renovations and may affect current residents. Bristol’s Wick House Hits the Market for £2.75 Million After 25 Years Bristol: Wick House, one of the largest homes in the city, is up for sale. It’s been over…
Bristol’s student renters face uncertainty as new laws may disrupt housing arrangements, impacting their ability to pay rent and live in shared accommodations. Bristol Students Fear New Renters Laws Will Leave Them in a Tough Spot Bristol: Students and landlords are bracing for big changes this summer. The Government’s new Renters Rights Bill is raising…