New planning applications submitted to Rochdale Council
Rochdale Borough Council has validated a wide range of new planning applications, including housing developments, extensions, and commercial projects. See the full list of proposals.
Category : Politics
Rochdale Planning Decisions: Refusals and Approvals
Rochdale Borough Council has determined key planning applications, including the refusal of six new homes and approval for office-to-flat conversions. Get the full details on local development.
Birmingham gritting row after Storm Goretti snow
Birmingham residents demand better gritting after Storm Goretti leaves roads treacherous. Council defends priority system covering 50% of roads. Read the full story.
Two words could cost WASPI women state pension payouts
The DWP is reviewing a decision to deny WASPI women compensation, but a phrase in the order could allow for delays. Campaigners are watching closely for a decision expected by March.
Funding 'Cocktail' Sought for Liverpool's Littlewoods Studio
Liverpool's iconic Littlewoods building could finally become a film studio with a 'cocktail of funding', including council borrowing. Read the latest on this landmark regeneration scheme.
Storm Goretti Snow Closes Dudley Family Hubs and Schools
Dudley Council shuts five family hubs and multiple schools as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow. Bin collections and leisure centres also disrupted. Read the latest updates.
West Midlands chief executive pay rises to £250,000
The West Midlands Combined Authority is raising its chief executive salary to £250,000 to compete with rivals and attract top leadership. The role has been vacant since June.
Welsh Government must find savings to tackle living costs
With a £27bn budget, the next Welsh Government could free up over £1bn annually through smarter spending on procurement and tech to directly help families with energy and childcare bills.
Labour Plans to Scrap Six-Month Limit for Speeding Fines
Labour proposes removing the six-month time limit for speeding offences, meaning drivers could be prosecuted years later. Read the full details and expert reactions.
Solihull services disrupted by Storm Goretti snow
Storm Goretti's heavy snow has caused major disruption across Solihull, suspending bin collections and closing libraries and family hubs. Find out which services are affected and get the latest updates.
Storage Giant Plans for Vacant St Helens Bargain Buys Site
Storage Giant has submitted plans to transform the long-vacant former Bargain Buys store in St Helens into a self-storage facility, promising new jobs and regeneration. Read the full details.
Birmingham bin strike reaches one-year milestone
Birmingham's bin strike marks a full year of industrial action. Union members vow to fight on as the council cites equal pay concerns. Read the latest on the ongoing dispute.
Shop plan to secure Neston pub's future gets green light
A new convenience store on a pub car park in Neston looks set for approval, a move developers say will slash the pub's rent and ensure its long-term survival. Read the full story.
State pension 'means test' urged to guarantee its survival
A House of Lords member calls for state pension means testing to secure its future. Learn the proposed changes and what they mean for your retirement.
WASPI women await 'imminent' DWP compensation decision
Campaigners flood MPs with emails urging the government to act on the Ombudsman's report and deliver up to £2,950 in state pension compensation. A final decision is expected soon.
Monkspath house could become children's home
A planning application seeks to turn a four-bedroom house in Solihull into a home for two vulnerable children. The council consultation is open until February 2.
Solihull Council reduces staff by 158 in cost-cutting drive
Solihull Council has significantly reduced its workforce by 158 posts, saving £2m via a paid-resignation scheme. Agency worker costs also fell by over 36%. Read the full financial scrutiny report.
Nechells warehouse could become spa and wellness centre
Plans submitted to convert a Nechells industrial unit into a health and wellbeing complex with a spa, snooker hall and cafe, creating 14 jobs. Read the full details.
Birmingham Council's £171m IT project faces new delay
Birmingham City Council's troubled Oracle IT system faces another major setback, pushing its launch to summer 2026. The project, now four years late, has cost £171m. Read the exclusive details.
Cold Weather Payments doubled to £50 for 6,000 homes
The DWP has issued doubled £50 Cold Weather Payments to 6,000 households across 18 postcodes. Check the full list to see if your area is eligible for the increased support this winter.
Pro-Palestine campaigners deny charges over David Lammy protest
Two women, including one from the Midlands, have pleaded not guilty after allegedly placing child-sized body bags outside the Deputy PM's London home in a protest over Israel trade. A two-day trial is set for May.
Petition to raise tax threshold to £20k hits 50k milestone
A public petition demanding the income tax personal allowance be raised to £20,000 has reached 50,000 signatures, halfway to triggering a Commons debate. The Treasury has rejected the call, citing a £50bn annual cost.
New UK E-Scooter Laws Proposed as Trials Extended
The UK government announces plans for new e-scooter legislation and extends rental trials to May 2028. Read the latest on safety and regulation.
Walsall Ex-Tories Made Directors of Right-Wing Party
Two former Conservative councillors in Walsall, Jade and Lee Chapman, have been appointed as regional directors for the emerging right-wing party Advance UK. Discover the details of the party's national expansion.
Birmingham Council commissioners not ready to leave
Government commissioners overseeing Birmingham City Council's financial recovery say they are not ready to depart, despite work on an 'assurance plan'. Progress noted, but major challenges remain.
Pressure mounts on Dudley Council to restore grit bins
Dudley Council faces calls to reverse its decision to remove 500 grit bins after a big freeze sparks public outcry over dangerous roads and pavements. Labour demands action.
Cold Weather Payments Triggered for 728 UK Postcodes
The DWP is issuing £25 Cold Weather Payments to 728 postcodes. Find out if your area is eligible for support with winter energy bills. Check the full list now.
Everton Stadium Outdoor Events Plan Opposed
Everton FC's bid to host major concerts and events at its new Bramley-Moore Dock stadium faces a formal objection from a local business over road closures and disruption. Read the full details.
Labour drops free TV licence plan for DWP claimants
The Labour government has shelved plans to give free TV licences to benefit claimants. Find out why the policy was dropped and what it means for the licence fee.
DWP Begins Process to End Two-Child Benefit Cap
The DWP will formally introduce a Bill to lift the two-child benefit cap on Thursday, January 8. Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden calls it a £3bn investment in children's futures.
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