16,580 West Midlands children in temporary homes
New data reveals a 13% surge in West Midlands children living in temporary accommodation. Mayor's social housing plan aims to tackle the growing crisis.
New data reveals a 13% surge in West Midlands children living in temporary accommodation. Mayor's social housing plan aims to tackle the growing crisis.
Stockland Green and Summerfield health centres in Birmingham will transform into neighbourhood health hubs with GPs, dentists and pharmacists under one roof as part of a national NHS initiative to reduce waiting times.
Worcester City Council plans to charge extra council tax on 200 properties empty for over a year. The move aims to bring homes back into use and generate revenue.
Lloyds Bank's third green retrofit loan of 2025 will upgrade over 11,000 social homes, supporting 2,000 skilled construction jobs. Discover how this initiative boosts energy efficiency.
A Chorley volunteer group has won a £1,000 grant to host a free Christmas Day lunch, combating loneliness. Discover how to book your place or support their fundraising concert.
Nationwide reports UK house prices rose 0.3% in October, adding £231 to average property values. Market shows resilience despite economic headwinds. Read the latest analysis.
New data reveals nearly half of Birmingham's neighbourhoods are highly deprived, as the Midlands features heavily in England's top 50 poorest areas list. Discover the full rankings.
Controversial plans for 55 homes in Martley, Worcestershire, get green light. 22 affordable homes, EV charging & dark sky policy included. Read the full story.
Miller Homes proposes up to 350 houses on Pelsall green belt land, featuring 40% affordable homes and canalside walkways. Have your say on the 'Canalside Living' project.
Talented 19-year-old artist Freya Rees from Rhyl creates powerful homelessness artwork now displayed at ClwydAlyn's headquarters. Her inspiring journey shows how art transforms challenges into hope.
Shildon in County Durham named Britain's most budget-friendly town for home buyers, with properties costing just 1.23 times average household income. Discover the full regional breakdown.
Sandwell Council prevented a £750,000 right-to-buy scam as tenants rushed to beat a discount deadline. Discover how the council protected public funds and housing stock.
UK house prices increased by 2.6% to an average of £272,000 in the year to September 2025. Experts say the market is resilient, defying predictions of a crash. Read the full analysis.
Octopus Energy secures £100m funding to create over 1,000 homes with no energy bills for 5-10 years through innovative green technology. Discover how this world-first initiative tackles fuel poverty.
A Surrey couple say a soaring service charge has left them trapped, unable to sell their flat and expand their family. Discover their story and the management's response.
The former Llwynhendy library has been transformed into a vibrant community hub offering a café, automated library, advice services & training. Open Mon-Fri.
Wiltshire Council mandates social housing in new developments as 'affordable' homes prove unaffordable. Discover the policy shift impacting developers and residents.
Practice Plus Group Hospital in Birmingham earns dual Gold awards for outstanding patient safety and data quality. Discover how this impacts NHS and private care.
Residents in Walsall tower blocks feel betrayed as energy bills triple and quadruple overnight. WHG defends the move, citing unsustainable costs. Full story inside.
A £21m development of 88 gas-free affordable homes is now complete at West Vale, Oldham. The project tackles the borough's housing crisis with sustainable design. Discover the new community.
UK house prices see biggest November fall since 2012, dropping £6,589. Experts warn Budget uncertainty is causing buyers to pause. Discover the market impact.
Wayne lost his business, family and home before ending up on Birmingham's streets. Discover how a mentor helped him rebuild his life and his mission to help others facing homelessness.
A new study reveals the high cost of homes near green spaces is forcing first-time buyers into 'nature deserts', deepening health inequalities across the UK.
Birmingham City Council will completely refurbish a widower's mould-ridden council house after his 'inhumane' living conditions were exposed. 67-year-old John Marshall will be moved to temporary accommodation during the works.
West Midlands Ambulance Service faces the UK's worst hospital handover delays, losing 41,000 hours in October alone. Discover the impact on patients and the call for an independent review.
Discover the surprising net worth of the I'm A Celebrity 2025 cast. From Jack Osbourne's £11m to Angry Ginge's £1.1m, find out who really needs the jungle payday.
UK landlords are accelerating property sales before the Renters' Rights Act takes effect on May 1, potentially creating a housing market surge. Experts warn this could reduce rental supply and push up costs for tenants.
Labour government reveals timeline for Renters' Rights Act, banning no-fault evictions and introducing £40,000 fines. Discover the 7 key changes for UK tenants.
Historic Renters' Rights Act becomes law on 1 May 2026, banning Section 21 evictions and protecting 11 million tenants across England. Discover your new rights.
Discover every King and Queen of the jungle from I'm A Celebrity history. Full list of winners and runners-up from Tony Blackburn to Danny Jones.