Brierley Hill police station is closing, moving to Dudley. Police say response times will not be affected, but concerns about safety remain. Police Insist Officers Will Still Be On Streets Despite Station Closure The police are closing their Brierley Hill base. It’s on Bank Street. They are moving to a newer place in Dudley. The…
A man and a woman were hospitalized after an unprovoked bottle attack near the Ye Olde Foundry pub in Dudley. Police seek public assistance. Bottle Attack at Ye Olde Foundry Leaves Dudley Man and Woman in Hospital A man and woman ended up in the hospital after someone attacked them with a broken bottle at…
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…
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…
Dudley Council’s Labour leader calls out cabinet members for poor performance during budget hearings, questioning their fitness for office amid significant budget cuts. Top Councillors Criticized as ‘Not Fit for Office’ After Budget Clashes Dudley: The Labour leader of Dudley Council has some strong words for certain councillors. He says they are ‘not fit for…
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.…
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…
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…
A jury heard that a threatening uncle was allegedly killed by his nephew during a violent family brawl, raising questions about self-defense and prior bullying. Uncle Threatened Nephew Before Fatal Stabbing Incident, Court Hears Dudley: A court heard a shocking story about a family fight. An uncle, Mohammed Khan, allegedly threatened his nephew, Annib Khan,…