New Chief Executive for Business West Chamber
Business West appoints Douglas Ure as new chief executive, joining from Marsh McLennan in January. He succeeds Phil Smith who retires after 30+ years of service.
Business West appoints Douglas Ure as new chief executive, joining from Marsh McLennan in January. He succeeds Phil Smith who retires after 30+ years of service.
Solihull councillor demands investigation into why people avoid buses despite regular services. West Midlands Mayor agrees to research boosting public transport patronage.
Two men were injured, one seriously, after a car left the road and collided with a tree on Bromford Lane in Erdington. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Contact police with information.
Solihull planners approve a children's care home on Hurst Lane North for up to three children, overcoming resident concerns about noise and traffic. The decision highlights the borough's need for such facilities.
West Midlands Mayor launches Youth Plan to create 20,000 training opportunities, tackling youth unemployment rates double the national average in some areas.
The West Country's tourism industry has reached a record high of £2.7bn, supporting 43,000 jobs. Discover how visitors are boosting the local economy.
A £50 million subsidy protecting West Midlands bus routes from cuts has been extended for 15 months. Discover how this decision secures vital transport links for communities.
West Bromwich Albion must resolve the contracts of nine first-team players expiring in 2026, including Josh Maja and Jed Wallace. Key decisions await for the Baggies.
Birmingham City and West Bromwich Albion show contrasting form in the latest Championship table. See where they rank and how Coventry lead.
West Midlands Metro tram fares are set to increase in the new year. The hike, approved by transport bosses, aims to ensure the network's long-term financial sustainability.
John's Booze in West Bromwich has had its licence revoked after being caught selling alcohol to a child and stocking illicit items including Viagra and oversized vapes. Discover the full story.
An Arctic blast is set to bring freezing temperatures, frost, and potential snow to the West Midlands. Discover the full forecast and how to stay safe in the cold snap.
A man in his 20s has died after a stabbing on Hutton Road in Handsworth Wood. Police urge witnesses to come forward as a murder investigation is launched.
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a large quantity of cable was stolen from a site on Ridgacre Road in West Bromwich. Officers have released an image of a man they wish to speak to.
Police are hunting a woman after staff at a Walsall Morrisons were threatened with a knife during an alcohol theft. Can you help identify her? Call 101.
Housebuilder Keepmoat establishes a new South West division in Bristol following the acquisition of 10 developments, signalling major regional expansion. Discover the strategic move.
Iceland has launched Crunchy Coated Turkey Fillet Tenders for Christmas after years of customer requests. The supermarket wrote a cheeky open letter to KFC announcing the new £4 product.
A councillor calls for cheaper short journey bus fares in the West Midlands as passengers pay £3 for any trip. A new fares strategy is expected by 2027.
Councillor calls for reinstatement of 'short hop' bus fares in West Midlands to tackle cost of living crisis and boost passenger numbers. A new fares strategy is due in 2027.
A £50 million grant extension will protect West Midlands bus services from cuts until 2027, preventing serious social and economic suffering for residents.
Residents in Moseley, Kings Heath, and other Birmingham wards can claim a week's free bus travel. Apply online by December 1. Leave the car at home this winter!
Exclusive predicted line-up for West Brom's crucial match against Oxford United with three key changes and Josh Maja's fitness under scrutiny ahead of the Hawthorns encounter.
West Bromwich Albion are reportedly considering former Tottenham coach Ryan Mason as they seek to revive their Championship promotion hopes following a disappointing defeat to Charlton.
The South West technology sector is experiencing unprecedented growth with company numbers surging by 9% in just one year, creating a thriving hub of innovation and employment opportunities across the region.
From traditional carveries to gastropub gems, we reveal the West Midlands establishments serving the most spectacular Sunday roasts that locals can't stop raving about.
Major transport boost for West Midlands as five new bus services launch, connecting communities and improving travel options across the region with enhanced frequency and extended operating hours.
Two men have been sentenced after police uncovered a massive cannabis cultivation operation in Birmingham worth over £1.2 million, marking one of the region's largest drug busts this year.
A West Bromwich convenience store could lose its alcohol licence following police concerns about crime and anti-social behaviour linked to the premises.
West Midlands Police release disturbing CCTV showing young children handling and igniting fireworks in residential areas, sparking urgent safety warnings from fire services.
Former West Bromwich Albion fan favourite Matheus Pereira has completed a dramatic return to Brazilian football, signing for Cruzeiro after his controversial Saudi Arabian departure.