650 Homes and Country Park Plan for Newcastle-under-Lyme
Developer Richborough unveils plans for 650 dwellings and a new country park on land off Whitmore Road. Public consultation open until December 7.
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Birmingham bar shut after serious assaults with weapons
A Birmingham bar and music venue has had its licence suspended after a violent incident involving weapons left two men injured. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Solihull named England's most peaceful place to live
A new study crowns Solihull as England's calmest area, with low noise, light pollution & emissions. Discover why it's the ideal family home. Read the full report.
300 Homes Plan for Swindon Green Belt Site
The Hussey Family Trust seeks an environmental impact ruling for 300 homes on land east of The Marsh in Wanborough, Swindon. Read the latest on this controversial development.
Vast cannabis farm discovered in Birmingham property
West Midlands Police uncover a large-scale cannabis farm across three floors of a Stockland Green property. 143 plants seized. Investigation ongoing.
Irresponsible driver jailed over 100mph crash
Leigh Shelton, 64, has been jailed for causing serious injury by dangerous driving after a 100mph crash. The court heard his passengers were 'lucky to come out alive'. Read the full details.
Vast cannabis farm with 143 plants found in Birmingham
West Midlands Police discovered a large-scale cannabis farm spread across three floors in a Stockland Green property. Over 140 plants were seized in the raid. Read the full details.
Why Four Oaks is Birmingham's Most Desirable Suburb
Explore Four Oaks in Sutton Coldfield, where average house prices near £500k and a strong community spirit make it a uniquely sought-after Birmingham enclave. Discover what residents love.
Sutton Coldfield Green Belt: 15 Sites for New Homes
Birmingham City Council's new Local Plan proposes 15 Green Belt sites in Sutton Coldfield for housing, with over 8,200 potential homes. Public consultation extended to December 19.
Walsall green belt housing inquiry begins
A public inquiry into 115 homes on Walsall green belt land has started. Developers accuse the council of a 'catastrophic failure' in housing supply. Read the latest.
Walsall green belt inquiry debates 'grey' land and housing
A public inquiry into 115 homes on Walsall green belt hears claims of 'catastrophic' council housing failure and debates 'grey belt' status. Inspector's decision due by January 2026.
Birmingham road floods as drivers ignore police warning
Yardley Green Road in Bordesley Green was hit by significant flooding after heavy rain. Police urged drivers to avoid the area, but some motorists braved the waters. More rain is forecast.
Wales Summit Delivers £16bn Investment and Thousands of Jobs
First Minister Eluned Morgan hails the Wales Investment Summit as a major economic catalyst, securing £16bn in projects from AI data centres to carbon capture. Discover how Wales is positioning itself as a global tech and green energy leader.
Wildlife Trust opposes 115-home Walsall green belt plan
A wildlife trust warns a 115-home development on Walsall's green belt would harm nature. The planning inquiry starts next week. Read the latest on this crucial local decision.
Unleashed dog seriously injures runner at Earlswood Lakes
A man in his 30s was seriously injured in a dog attack while jogging at Earlswood Lakes near Solihull. Police are appealing for witnesses and the owner to come forward.
Fly-tipping returns 'as fast as you pick it up' in Birmingham
James Turner Street in Winson Green is blighted by recurring fly-tipping, with councillors demanding deterrents like cameras. Report fly-tipping to help clean up the area.
£100m plan for hundreds of Midlands nature projects
A major 62-step strategy to enhance nature across the West Midlands has been launched, aiming to channel £100m into hundreds of projects, boost biodiversity and create green jobs.
Men knocked unconscious in Dudley hotel assault
Police are appealing for witnesses after two men were punched and kicked unconscious outside the Village Hotel in Dudley. Call 101 with information.
Residents fight five-bed HMO plan in Birmingham
Stockland Green residents campaign against a five-bedroom HMO conversion on Victoria Road, citing community safety fears. Sign the petition before the December 1 deadline.
Pharma plant expansion to create 150 new jobs
Bespak's pharmaceutical plant in Holmes Chapel is set for approval for a major expansion, creating 150 jobs and producing next-generation, environmentally friendly inhalers.
Sutton Coldfield crash: Car hits mobility scooter and cars
A driver caused a trail of destruction on Birmingham Road, hitting a mobility scooter and multiple cars. Miraculously, no one was injured. Read the full eyewitness account.
Rochdale's Deeplish Community Garden summer harvest
Discover how a Rochdale community garden, funded by the Green Spaces Fund, transformed a barren yard into a vibrant green oasis for over 350 residents. See the impact.
Martin Lewis explains £150 energy bill cut from 2026
Martin Lewis's MSE team details the £150 average energy bill reduction from April 2026, announced in the Autumn Budget. Discover how green levy changes will affect you.
Bromsgrove MP in Green Belt Row Over Housing Targets
Bromsgrove MP Bradley Thomas campaigns to protect the green belt, urging the government to reverse Birmingham's reduced housing target. Over 5,600 back his petition.
Serious assault near Labyrinth nightclub in Shrewsbury
A man sustained serious injuries in an alleyway assault next to Labyrinth nightclub in Shrewsbury. Police release CCTV images and appeal for witnesses to come forward.
M6 Hit-and-Run: Police Hunt Driver After Crash
Police are hunting a hit-and-run driver after a crash on the M6 left a girl with serious injuries. Witnesses are urged to come forward with dashcam footage.
Midlands suburb house prices split by 56% gap
House prices in Greets Green, West Bromwich, show dramatic split with western properties soaring 38% while eastern homes fall 18% in same period. Discover why this small suburb faces such extreme market differences.
Carrington's £300m green hub to create 700 jobs
A new £300m green energy hub in Carrington will create over 700 jobs and store wind power for the national grid, welcomed by Mayor Andy Burnham. Discover how this boosts the UK's net-zero ambitions.
Birmingham hit-and-run: Man assists police enquiry
A male pedestrian suffered serious injuries in a hit-and-run on Radnor Road, Handsworth. Police confirm a man has now come forward. Call 101 with information.
Worcester MP faces backlash over Planning Bill wildlife vote
Worcester Labour MP Tom Collins is urged to stand up for wildlife after voting against protection amendments to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill. Can he reconcile housing needs with nature?
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