Birmingham Council Hit by 50k+ Damp and Mould Complaints
Birmingham City Council has received over 50,000 complaints about damp and mould in the past five years, with health issues costing the NHS £1.4 billion annually.
Category : Housing Issues
Ombersley: Top Midlands Village Where Homes Are Scarce
The picturesque Worcestershire village of Ombersley has been highlighted as one of the West Midlands' most desirable places to live in 2026, praised for its charm and connectivity. However, fierce competition and high prices make it largely inaccessible f
Council Orders Removal of Fence for Autistic Child Over Height
A Worcestershire couple faces dismantling their £3,000 garden fence, installed to protect their autistic son, after the council deemed it 78cm too tall and incompatible with village character.
Council Rejects HMO Plans for Former Police Training Centre
Sandwell Council has refused permission to convert the vacant Windmill House police training facility in Smethwick into a 76-bed house of multiple occupation, citing numerous planning concerns.
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Worcestershire Pensioners Get £300 Cost of Living Payments
Worcestershire Council announces expanded Household Support Fund providing £300 payments to eligible pensioners and vulnerable residents facing financial hardship.
10-Year Residency Rule Proposed for Birmingham Council Housing
Birmingham Local Conservatives propose requiring 10 years of continuous local connection to access social housing, aiming to prioritize long-term residents amid a severe housing crisis with over 23,000 on the waiting list.
Dudley Council Approves 4.8% Rent Increase for Tenants
Dudley Council's cabinet has approved a 4.8% rent increase for council house tenants, sparking political clashes over scrutiny and resident benefits.
First-Time Buyers Pay Thousands in Stamp Duty Despite Relief
New HMRC data reveals that first-time buyers are paying an average of £4,073 in stamp duty even with tax relief, as thresholds have been reduced, increasing financial pressure.
Families Outraged Over Flooded Walsall Cemetery Graves
Mourners at North Walsall Cemetery express heartbreak as graves flood again, with one daughter saying her mother 'would not want to be anywhere like that' due to persistent drainage issues.
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Labour May Revive Help to Buy Scheme as Builders Push for Demand
The Labour government is evaluating a new version of the discontinued Help to Buy scheme under pressure from housebuilders to stimulate housing demand and support first-time buyers.
Bilston's £20m Revitalisation Plan Set for Approval
A ten-year vision to revitalise Bilston with £20 million in funding will be discussed by Wolverhampton Council's cabinet. The plan includes high street improvements, park upgrades, community facilities, and the return of Bilston Carnival after 18 years.
Council Sorry as Tenant Pays £1,200 for Rat-Infested Flat
A Birmingham council tenant is paying £1,200 for a rat-infested flat with a live sewer manhole in her bedroom, deemed unsafe after six years of complaints and job loss.
West Midlands' Happiest Places for 2026 Named
Rightmove's 2026 happiness survey highlights Leamington Spa as the top spot in the West Midlands, with other towns like Lichfield and Stratford also ranking high based on resident feedback.
Abandoned Petrol Station Frozen in Time Faces Demolition
A derelict petrol station in Willenhall, West Midlands, remains frozen in time with everyday items still inside after nearly a decade of abandonment, now set for demolition to make way for housing development.
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Gervais Supports Street Paws' 'No One Left Outside' Campaign
Comedian Ricky Gervais endorses Street Paws' campaign to end housing policies forcing homeless people to choose between accommodation and their pets, highlighting the crisis in Yorkshire towns.
Shard End Terrace with Garden Office for £280k
A three-bedroom mid-terrace home on Hurst Lane in Birmingham's Shard End area offers three floors, two bathrooms, and a garden summer house ideal as a home office. Priced at £280,000.
Bellway Urges First-Time Buyer Help Amid Housing Demand
Housebuilder Bellway reports a resilient first-half performance but warns that government intervention is crucial to support first-time buyers and meet housing targets amid economic uncertainty.
Children's Homes Plan for West Bromwich Green Space Sparks Debate
Controversial proposals to build four residential homes for vulnerable children on a cherished green space in West Bromwich have been submitted, reigniting local concerns over loss of community land and road safety issues.
Birmingham's £300m Exempt Housing Crisis Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Birmingham's supported exempt accommodation sector commands up to £400 weekly per claimant, driving a £300 million industry that's transforming neighbourhoods.
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Birmingham's Supported Housing Crisis: Public Funds Fuel Failures
An investigation reveals how millions in housing benefits fund substandard exempt accommodation in Birmingham, with private firms profiting while vulnerable tenants suffer in neglected properties.
£300 Cost of Living Support for Non-Benefit Households
Blackpool Council offers £200-£300 payments from the DWP Household Support Fund to residents not on benefits, helping with energy and water costs amid rising living expenses.
London Residents Hit with £200k Energy Bill After Mistake
Residents at River Gardens in Greenwich, London, have been charged a staggering £198,986 for heating and hot water after a managing agent's error led to a tariff delay.
Council Tax Loophole Used by Second-Home Owners
Over 200 English councils now impose 100% council tax premiums on second homes, but owners are switching to holiday lets to avoid charges, with holiday let registrations rising by 1.2%.
Wolverhampton Council Rejects 'Cramped' HMO Plan
City of Wolverhampton Council has refused plans for a six-bed HMO in Heath Town, citing fears of increased crime and inadequate room sizes.
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New Support Hub Opens for Middlesbrough's Vulnerable Youth
A former town house in Middlesbrough has been transformed into a 12-flat supported living facility for 16-18 year olds facing homelessness and serious challenges, following a year-long refurbishment.
Birmingham Restaurant Owner Considers Relocation After Attack
A restaurant owner in Birmingham's Shirley area says he may relocate after a machete attack outside his business left two teenagers injured and blood on the pavement.
£4,000 Roof Repair Warning for UK Households
Homeowners across the UK are being warned to check roof tiles after Storm Goretti and Storm Chandra, with potential repair costs reaching £4,000 if damage is left untreated.
Widower's Three-Month Wait for Council House Upgrade
John Marshall remains sleeping on a neighbour's fold-up bed as Birmingham City Council delays promised renovations to his mould-ridden bungalow.
Dudley Council powerless in £6k wall dispute
Residents in Upper Gornal face £6,000 each to repair a failing retaining wall, as Dudley Council says legal time limits prevent enforcement action.
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HMO Boom Shatters Birmingham's Winson Green Community
A BirminghamLive investigation reveals how Winson Green faces profound community breakdown due to an explosion of HMOs and exempt properties, with residents reporting rising crime, violence and fear.
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