Bristol City Council faces backlash as the cost of a new footpath reaches £10 million, far exceeding initial estimates and raising concerns about public spending. Fury Over £10 Million Cost for Temple Meads Footpath Plan Sparks Outrage Bristol: Plans for a new footpath behind Temple Meads are causing quite a stir. The project is expected…
Sadrul Chowdhury, a father of three, wins a Honda Civic Type-R and £20,000 cash after entering a competition on his neighbour’s suggestion Dad Wins Car and Cash Totalling £70k After Neighbour Told Him to Enter Competition London: A father of three just hit the jackpot! Sadrul Chowdhury won a Honda Civic Type-R and £20,000 cash.…
Bristol plans a new bike lane and wider pavements to promote walking and cycling to the upcoming YTL Arena, addressing traffic worries from its location. Bristol Arena Update: New Bike Lane Planned Amid Traffic Concerns Bristol: A new bike lane and wider pavements are coming to north Bristol. This is to encourage walking and cycling…
Aiden Cotton, 19, tragically passed away at a go-karting center in Stoke-on-Trent. A fundraiser has been set up to help his family with funeral costs. Tributes to Outgoing Teenager Who Died in Tragic Go-Karting Accident Stoke-on-Trent: Aiden Cotton, a 19-year-old, died in a tragic accident at a go-karting center. He fell ill at TeamSport Go…
Birmingham residents express frustration as bin workers announce new strike dates, impacting waste collection and prompting discussions on council tax and pay cuts. Everyone Is Saying The Same Thing As Bin Workers Announce Extra Strike Dates Birmingham: Residents are upset about ongoing bin strikes. They’re venting their frustrations online. Unite the Union announced new strike…
Birmingham’s bin service faces scrutiny for high costs and equal pay claims, prompting union strikes and calls for management changes. Auditor Blames Birmingham’s Bin Service for Millions in Equal Pay Claims Birmingham: The city’s bin services have struggled for years. An independent auditor says this has led to millions in equal pay claims. Mark Stocks…
Willow, a Mediterranean-style restaurant, will open in Sutton Coldfield on February 20, offering an all-day menu and a vibrant dining experience. New Sutton Coldfield Restaurant Willow Set to Open on February 20 Sutton Coldfield: A new restaurant called Willow is opening soon. It’s taking over the old Prezzo spot in Mere Green. This Mediterranean-style eatery…
Birmingham City Council will raise council tax by 7.5% this year, despite seeking a higher increase. The government approved only a limited rise due to financial issues. Birmingham Council Tax Set to Increase by 7.5% After Government Denies Larger Hike Birmingham: The city council will raise council tax by 7.5% this year. This is one…
A fire erupted beneath a footpath in Hengrove, causing flames and smoke to rise. Firefighters quickly responded, and the incident has been reported to National Grid. Flames Erupt from Underground After Fire Breaks Out in Hengrove Hengrove: This morning, flames shot up from the ground after a fire broke out. It happened around 10 am…
A landlord’s plan to convert a family home in Brislington into a six-bed shared house faces strong opposition due to noise concerns and local objections. Terrible Noise Insulation Halts Plan for Massive Shared House in Brislington Brislington: A landlord wanted to turn a family home into a big shared house. The plan was to create…