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…
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…