I visited Pilning railway station in Bristol, which has only two train departures weekly. The station’s history and current state reveal a unique travel challenge. Exploring Bristol’s Pilning Railway Station with Just Two Weekly Departures Bristol: Pilning railway station is quite the adventure. It only has two train departures each week. The station is tucked…
Birmingham has seen many ambitious projects that never came to life, including a sky theme park and a grand square that could have transformed the city. The Buildings That Were Never Built in Birmingham Birmingham: There have been many proposed projects in the region that never got built. One idea was a sky theme park.…
Birmingham’s empty tower blocks face vandalism and rubbish issues as regeneration plans unfold, raising concerns among local residents about the timeline for change. Vandalism and Rubbish Fears as Tower Blocks in Area Used in BBC Drama Empty for Three Years Birmingham: Empty tower blocks are causing problems. They attract vandalism and rubbish dumping. The city…
A multi-million-pound project in Darlaston is now in disrepair, with vegetation damaging the brickwork. Residents are concerned about safety and potential collapse. Darlaston Bridge Faces Neglect Less Than Ten Years After Major Renovation Darlaston: A road that was part of a big project is now falling apart. Bentley Mill Way reopened in 2016 after a…
In Dudley, residents on benefits face tough challenges during the cost of living crisis, with many struggling to navigate the complex system and avoid eviction. Life on Benefits: Claimants Share Struggles Amid Cost of Living Crisis Dudley: People here on benefits are really struggling. The cost of living crisis makes life tough. Many face unexpected…
Recent data reveals that several Midlands towns have alarming Universal Credit claimant rates, highlighting the struggle for many residents. Midlands Towns and Cities Have Some of the Highest Benefit Claimant Rates Wolverhampton: The Midlands has some of the highest benefit claimant rates in the UK. Recent figures show that one in 11 residents in certain…
Plans for 18 new homes in Balsall Common are recommended for approval despite local objections about green belt impacts and infrastructure strain New Homes in Solihull Village Recommended for Approval Amid Green Belt Concerns Solihull: Proposed new homes in a village are moving forward despite local pushback. Rainier Developments Limited wants to build 18 homes…
A final decision on a proposed 170-bed retirement village in Knowle will be made next week by Solihull Council’s planning committee, amid local concerns. Final Decision on Huge 170-Bed Retirement Village Planned for Knowle Soon Knowle: A big retirement village with 170 care units is in the works. The Solihull Council planning committee will decide…
A foodbank coordinator urges Dudley Council to rethink cuts to the Welfare Rights Team, which helps residents access vital benefits amid budget reductions. Foodbank Worker Calls Council’s Welfare Cuts a ‘Kneejerk Reaction’ Dudley: A charity worker is asking Dudley Council to reconsider its decision to cut a key service. Joy Moss, who runs the Stourbridge…
In Quinton, residents face unique challenges with bin collections based on council borders. Living on one side can mean timely pickups, while the other side may struggle. Birmingham Road: Where Your Side of the Street Affects Bin Collections Birmingham: Quinton is a busy suburb with about 21,000 residents. It’s near the M5, where three council…