A new cycle lane near the YTL Arena at Filton Airfield aims to ease traffic concerns. The council considers public feedback on Charlton Road changes. Win-win verdict in Bristol arena bike lane plans near YTL Arena site People are talking about a new cycle lane. It’s planned for North Bristol near the YTL Arena. The…
Concerns rise over potential privatisation of Bristol’s social care, amid scrutiny of firms’ profits and potential service quality impacts. Privatisation Fears in Social Care as Firms Reap Hefty Profits Bristol may privatize some social care services soon. This could save the city council money. A review will examine current services. They will decide who provides…
Birmingham unveils a tough budget with £148m cuts and a 7.5% council tax rise, deeply affecting adult care, children’s services, and bin collections. Birmingham Budget: £148 Million of Cuts and 7.5% Council Tax Rise Unveiled Birmingham faces big budget problems. They plan £148 million in cuts. Council tax will go up 7.5%. This will be…
Birmingham faces tough choices with £150 million in savings planned for 2025/26. A 7.5% tax increase and service cuts are on the way. Birmingham Budget Cuts: Ten Ways Your Street Could Be Impacted by the Changes Birmingham City Council is still struggling financially. They declared bankruptcy in 2023 and have now released their second budget…
Businesses on Park Street fear a proposed £15m bus gate project will severely impact them, leading to the formation of a “Save Park Street” group. Park Street Businesses Say £15m Bus Gate Plans Will Have Catastrophic Effect Bristol’s Park Street could soon change a lot. A £15 million project plans to transform it. Businesses fear…
Walsall Council is set to vote on major plans. The aim is to regenerate the town centre by demolishing buildings and creating open spaces. Walsall Town Centre Regeneration Plans Set for Vote This Week Walsall has big plans for the town centre. They will vote on these plans at a meeting. The meeting is on…
Bristol introduces three new bus routes, funded by Clean Air Zone revenue, enhancing connectivity for south Bristol residents starting April 6. Three new Bristol bus routes partially paid for by Clean Air Zone income Bristol is getting new bus routes in April. FirstBus will run three new services in the city. South Bristol residents will…
Birmingham reveals plans for its libraries: 28 will remain open, providing community services, while 7 face potential closure. Birmingham Libraries: 28 to Stay Open, Seven at Risk in New Council Plan Birmingham libraries faced potential closures. Activists and authors rallied to save them. Now, 28 libraries will stay open. But, seven still risk closure. Sadly,…
New Road Safety Commissioner aims to prevent road tragedies in West Midlands, focusing on safer streets, voicing concerns, and aiding Mayor’s strategies. UK First Road Safety Commissioner Works to Stop Loss Anguish on West Midlands Roads Mat MacDonald is Britain’s new Road Safety Commissioner. He wants to prevent road tragedies and aims to spare other…
West Midlands is using AI sensors to track near misses and improve road safety. This initiative aims to reduce accidents and protect pedestrians and cyclists. Latest Technology Aims to Prevent Tragedies on West Midlands Roads Coventry: New technology is being used to make West Midlands roads safer. Transport for West Midlands is installing AI-powered sensors…