A developer has redrawn plans for flats at a former Tettenhall care home after council criticism. The new proposal for five units follows the rejection of a nine-flat scheme deemed 'excessive'. Read the latest.
Sandwell Council has postponed a ruling on eight new flats in Great Barr after the developer demolished the former GP surgery without permission. Read the latest on the planning controversy.
The state pension age is set to rise from 66 to 67 in a phased process starting April 2026. The Labour government has launched reviews to consider the next hike to 68. Learn how the triple lock and life expectancy affect your retirement.
Dudley MP Sonia Kumar calls for an external audit, alleging the council planned to close Ladies Walk Centre. Council leader Patrick Harley denies the claims. Read the full story.
Sandwell councillors approve plans to convert the unique £1m Round House in Wednesbury, complete with windmill and pool, into a residential home for up to four children.
Birmingham Council's managing director delivers an optimistic update on the authority's recovery from bankruptcy, citing progress on equal pay and finances. Read the full story on the city's journey back to stability.
A new UK law now safeguards Christmas savings in supermarket loyalty schemes. Find out how this protects your money at Iceland, Tesco, Asda, and Sainsbury's.
Walsall Council's first 2026 meeting will tackle seven key issues, including costs for a dormant 'super tip', school walking distances, and housing targets. Read the full agenda.
The findings of a crucial Ofsted inspection into Solihull's children's services are expected imminently. Council leaders await the report following a 'thorough' October assessment.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has extended the Warm Home Discount scheme. All Universal Credit households now qualify for a £150 energy bill boost this winter. Find out if you're eligible.
Birmingham City Council pledges to treat priority roads and footpaths overnight after Storm Goretti's snow causes widespread travel disruption and school closures. Read the latest updates.
More than half a million households in England and Wales are eligible for a £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment. Find out if your postcode qualifies and when you'll get paid.
The DWP confirms £25 Cold Weather Payments for eligible households in 246 postcodes after a week of freezing temperatures. Check if your area is on the list.
Rother District Council plans to enforce 20mph limits on all new development roads to boost safety and active travel. Read the full proposal details.
Shocking figures reveal 63% of families targeted in HMRC's child benefit fraud investigation were legitimate. Read the full story and its impact.
Six affluent London and South East authorities can increase council tax by more than 5% for two years without a local vote. Residents face steep hikes as funding shifts to deprived areas.
UK drivers must prepare for significant 2026 road law changes, including higher London Congestion Charges, new EV fees, and stricter drink-drive limits. Stay informed to avoid fines.
Staffordshire County Council, led by Reform UK, proposes a 3.99% council tax rise for 2026/27, below the 4.99% cap. Plan includes £21.5m savings and £5.5m investment in children's services.
A deep dive into the life of Colin Jordan, the West Midlands-born extremist who revived neo-Nazism in post-war Britain, and the disturbing parallels with today's far-right resurgence.
A Rugby Borough Council panel will decide whether to ask the government to cancel May's local elections, citing a £160k saving and upcoming council reorganisation. Read the full story.
A planning inspector has allowed an appeal against Worcester City Council's order to remove a 1.5m garden fence in Lower Wick, citing a four-year rule. Read the full ruling details.
A controversial plan to pay senior Worcestershire council officers bonuses to stay ahead of a 2028 reorganisation remains undecided. Critics call the proposal 'divisive and hurtful'.
Worcester City Council has refused plans for a detached two-bedroom house on Avon Road, citing overdevelopment and loss of character. Read the full details of the rejection.
From a bitter bins strike to Labour resignations, Birmingham City Council faced a tumultuous 2025. Explore the key moments and the reasons for optimism as the city looks ahead to crucial local elections and major regeneration projects.
Solihull Council spent £35,437 defending planning appeals last year, a sharp rise from previous years. Discover the cases and outcomes that cost taxpayers thousands.
Plans for a major industrial estate near the M5 are submitted for Wychavon, a new 10,000-home town near Worcester promising a car-free lifestyle. Public consultation is now open.
Eligible households in Kent can now apply for £90 vouchers for supermarket and energy costs via the DWP's Household Support Fund. Support varies across UK councils.
The DWP announces major welfare reforms, including a surge in face-to-face PIP and Work Capability Assessments, aiming to save £1.9bn. Read the full details on the changes.
A new petition calls for the DWP to end state pension payments for retirees with incomes over £50,000, aiming to fund student tuition fees. Over 10,000 signatures needed for a government response.
Essex County Council invites residents to share views on the new Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2026-2029. Consultation focuses on jobs, housing, and community health. Have your say by February 3.