A developer has submitted plans to build four dormer bungalows on the former car park of The Coventry Arms in Upton Snodsbury, a site vacant since 2017. Read the latest on this brownfield development.
British Land applies to boost maximum store size at Telford Forge Retail Park to attract larger retailers, aiming to secure long-term tenancies and support the local economy. Read the full details.
Two men have been charged following a targeted police operation against shoplifting in Birmingham. Craig Ford, 50, and Liam Holder, 38, were arrested in Kingstanding and Tyburn.
A Birmingham community centre is challenging Kingstanding's negative reputation with a packed schedule of free activities, from Tai Chi to a dementia choir, and delivering 100 Christmas dinners to those in need.
A manufacturing boss warns small firms in Jaguar Land Rover's supply chain could close due to ongoing cashflow issues from a 2025 cyber attack. Read the full analysis and advice for affected businesses.
The UK economy grew by just 0.1% between July and September, official data confirms, with manufacturing hit by a major cyberattack. Discover the latest ONS figures and what they mean for the UK's economic outlook.
As the self-assessment deadline looms, HMRC reports record tax receipts exceeding £900bn. Experts warn of fiscal drag and rising unemployment impacting public finances. Read the full analysis.
Dudley Council's leader insists he has 'nothing to hide' as a report into a collapsed £1.65m land sale is delayed for nearly a year. Read the latest on the audit committee's concerns.
New government planning proposals could see residential gardens used for new homes. Read the full details of the consultation and the political row it has sparked.
A new Lidl supermarket is set to revitalise Kingstanding Circle in Birmingham, with the building complete and work underway on the grounds. Get the latest updates and community reaction.
Birmingham City Council's new plan proposes building on 17 Green Belt sites in Sutton Coldfield. Local leaders call it an 'attack on the town' and urge residents to object before the December 19 deadline.
We put the new Toyota Land Cruiser to the test during Storm Claudia. Discover how this iconic 4x4 handled flooded roads and high winds on a treacherous rural run.
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.
Discover the festive enchantment of Alton Towers' Santa Sleepover experience. From a Santa's Grotto visit to themed hotel rooms, find out how it kickstarted one family's personal Christmas season.
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.
Gerry McGovern, the creative force behind Jaguar Land Rover's controversial 'woke' rebrand, has reportedly been escorted from the office and dismissed. Read the full story.
A Birmingham family has strapped a giant 25-foot inflatable Santa to their home, delighting children and passers-by. Read the heartwarming story.
Sainsbury's submits a third planning application to build a convenience store on a Sutton Coldfield pub car park, citing new 'grey belt' planning rules. Will it succeed?
A former pub in Stockport could be replaced by a 17-storey tower with 76 apartments, part of a major regeneration plan. The council will decide by February 2026.
UK farmers park tractors in Westminster, defying a police ban, to protest Rachel Reeves' 20% inheritance tax on agricultural assets over £1m. Read their demands.
Actor Steve Coogan launches Middleton's co-operative regeneration plan featuring new homes, Metrolink extension and community-led development. Have your say in the town's future.
Plans for a four-apartment block with undercroft parking in Solihull's Rowood Drive are now public. Residents have until December 16 to comment on the application.
A dilapidated former children's home on Stevens Avenue in Bartley Green could be converted into a new training and treatment centre for healthcare professionals, pending council approval.
Finley Goodhew, 27, completed a 3-month walk from John O'Groats to Land's End with his dog Reggie, raising £3,645 for Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice in memory of Elliot Roseblade.
Birmingham City Council approves the major Phoenix Yard development in Digbeth, creating a key gateway with 205 homes, student accommodation, and commercial space.
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham unveils a pioneering £1bn investment fund using city centre profits to finance over 30 projects across all boroughs, tackling regional inequality.
Rushcliffe Borough Council awards £5,000 for free Premier League Kicks football sessions, boosting confidence and social skills for 8-16 year olds. Book now!
Solihull Council approves a controversial three-bedroom bungalow in Knowle's conservation area, dismissing villagers' concerns about parking and access to local allotments.
Property giant Peel has lost a multi-million pound High Court battle with developer Romal Capital over the Liverpool Waters project. Read the full details and implications of the landmark ruling.
Manchester's planning committee is set to approve over 1,700 new homes, a new shopping centre, and a key phase of a £1.7bn project. Discover the details of the city's transformation.