Birmingham residents face suspended recycling pickups and a 7.5% tax hike. They now must dispose of waste at the local dump during strikes. New Birmingham Bins Anger as Collections Axed; Taxpayers Told Tip Waste Birmingham residents have had recycling pickup stopped. The city told them to use the local dump instead. This detail was in…
Solihull Council awaits a decision on emergency funding to address a significant budget deficit. The financial situation has improved slightly, but challenges remain. Council to Learn Outcome of Key Decision on Emergency Government Support Solihull: Solihull Council is waiting to see if it will get emergency government funding. This support is crucial to avoid a…
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…
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 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…
Dudley Council’s budget cuts are hitting working-class residents hard, with reduced support and increased rents causing concern among local leaders. Working People Pushed to Breaking Point by Cuts, Councillor Claims Dudley: A councillor claims the council’s budget cuts are pushing working-class people to their limits. This was said during a council meeting on January 30.…
Birmingham City Council reviews the future of Kings Heath Park Garden Centre amid financial struggles, sparking community backlash and a petition to keep it open. Birmingham ‘Hidden Gem’ at Risk of Closure in ‘Third Party’ Update from Council Birmingham: The city council is looking at the future of a popular spot in Kings Heath Park.…
Birmingham City Council faces backlash after artwork at Harborne Day Centre was discarded before its closure, raising concerns about treatment of vulnerable residents. Fury as Birmingham Day Centre Artwork Discarded Weeks Before Closure Birmingham: The city is in the spotlight after a troubling incident at Harborne Day Centre. The council has been accused of treating…
Birmingham City Council has decided not to leave parks open overnight after community feedback raised concerns about safety and crime. Birmingham Council Decides Against Controversial Proposal for City Parks Birmingham: The city council has made a big decision about its parks. They were thinking about leaving the gates open overnight to save money. But after…
Dudley Council is reconsidering its decision on the mayor’s limo after complaints arose, sparking a debate about the mayor’s role and budget cuts. New Developments in Mayor’s Limo Controversy After Committee Reviews Complaints Dudley: So, there’s been some drama over the mayor’s limo. The council initially decided to get rid of it during budget cuts.…