Solihull 450-home plan faces withdrawal calls
Local councillors demand a developer withdraws a stalled plan for 450 homes in Dickens Heath, fearing it threatens the future of historic football and rugby clubs. Read the latest.
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Royal Mail: Christmas deliveries at risk in 92 postcodes
Royal Mail warns of potential Christmas delivery delays across 92 UK postcodes, sparking customer frustration. See the full list of affected areas and the company's response.
Birmingham's Harborne Day Centre to become food store
Birmingham City Council approves sale of former Harborne Day Centre site for a new food store, part of property sales to tackle financial crisis. Read the full story.
White Christmas 2025: Met Office Areas for Snow
The Met Office has detailed which parts of England could see snow on Christmas Day 2025. Get the full forecast and see if your county is on the list.
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E-bikes face ban as council issues operators final warning
Islington Council issues a final warning to e-bike hire firms Lime and Forest over dangerous parking and noise. Could shared e-bikes be banned? Read the latest.
Child Benefit payments delayed due to Christmas break
HMRC warns UK families of delayed Child Benefit payments due to bank holidays. Key dates for December and 2026 changes explained. Check if you're affected.
New 'Progressive Driving Licences' Could Ban Night Driving
West Midlands PCC calls for new laws to restrict young drivers at night and with passengers. Could this cut fatal crashes? Read the full proposal.
Birmingham's Barcelona Ambition & Festive News Digest
Birmingham's new lead commissioner eyes Barcelona-style status. Plus, a cat rescued from Vinted, HS2 updates, and festive events in our Christmas week digest. Stay connected to Brum.
HMRC Changes Child Benefit Dates Over Christmas
HMRC announces revised payment dates for Child Benefit over the festive period. Find out if your payment is affected and how to check your schedule.
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Major Coventry Solar Farm Approved After Revisions
Coventry City Council and E.ON's joint solar farm project is approved, set to power 5,000 homes for 40 years. A key step for the city's net-zero 2038 target.
West Midlands Police faces £40m funding cut
West Midlands Police could lose £41.1m in funding, risking further cuts to officers. Crime Commissioner Simon Foster warns of a 'postcode lottery' and fewer police on streets.
State Pension Postcode Lottery Costs Some £140k
A stark postcode lottery means UK state pensioners could receive £140,000 less based on where they live. New analysis reveals huge disparities in lifetime pension value. Discover the shocking figures.
Birmingham Council Sells Alpha Tower Amid Bankruptcy
Birmingham City Council approves the sale of the Grade II listed Alpha Tower to aid its financial recovery. The move follows the council's effective bankruptcy declaration in 2023. Read the full story.
Birmingham's 2026 leaders face strict financial controls
Future Birmingham council leaders elected in 2026 will lack full autonomy, bound by a government-imposed action plan to ensure financial stability. Discover the binding roadmap for recovery.
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Christmas Bin Collection Changes: Check Your Dates Now
Major changes to bin collections across the UK start this week due to Christmas holidays. Residents must check revised schedules to avoid service disruptions and potential fines.
Universal Credit Rise Confirmed for April 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms a 6.2% Universal Credit rise above inflation, plus an end to the two-child benefit cap. Find out how the changes affect you.
Calls to reverse Dudley's grit bin policy
Campaigners demand Dudley Council reinstates 500 removed grit bins, warning the cost-cutting move risks safety on icy hills. Read the full story and see the petition.
Birmingham's new council leaders will have limited freedom
Government commissioners will oversee Birmingham City Council after the 2026 elections, restricting new leaders' autonomy with a strict action plan. Discover the roadmap for recovery.
Zoe Ball 'in mix' for Strictly host job, says father Johnny
Johnny Ball reveals his daughter, former It Takes Two presenter Zoe Ball, is a contender to replace Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman on Strictly Come Dancing. Read the latest updates on the BBC show's search.
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New MOT photo rule to combat 'ghost MOTs' from January
From 9 January, MOT testers must take live photos of vehicles during checks. This new DVSA rule aims to stop fraudulent 'ghost MOT' certificates. Find out what it means for you.
HMRC wrongly targeted 60% in child benefit crackdown
Shocking figures reveal HMRC's anti-fraud pilot wrongly stopped child benefit for 60% of targeted families. Discover the full scale of the government's admission.
State Pension & Universal Credit Dates Change in Jan 2026
The DWP confirms state pension and benefits like Universal Credit will be paid early due to New Year bank holidays. Find out if you're affected.
UK Bank Holiday Dates Change for 2026 and 2027
Plan your time off: UK bank holidays are moving in 2026 and 2027 as Christmas and Boxing Day fall on weekends. Discover the new substitute dates and how to maximise your annual leave.
Fourth application for Brownhills HMO site submitted
Morethan Property Ltd submits fourth planning application for 205 High Street, Brownhills, seeking to demolish a bungalow and build six one-bed apartments. Read the full story.
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Birmingham Christmas bin collection changes confirmed
Birmingham City Council confirms revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year. Check the new schedule and find out when to put your bins out.
Walsall Christmas bin collection dates confirmed
Walsall Council announces revised bin collection dates for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Find out your new collection day and rules for extra waste.
Rosie's Nightclub Site Gets Green Light for 55 Flats
Birmingham City Council approves plans to build 55 flats on the site of the former Rosie's nightclub in Sutton Coldfield, marking the end of an era for local nightlife and a new chapter for Lower Parade.
Birmingham urged to punch its weight like Barcelona
Birmingham's new lead commissioner says the city must earn the respect of a true 'second city', drawing direct inspiration from Barcelona's global standing. Read the full analysis.
Decision on pub's fence and outdoor bar delayed
Solihull councillors will visit the 300-year-old Brickmakers Arms in Balsall Common before deciding the fate of its controversial fence and outdoor bar. Read the latest in the planning saga.
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Empty Sports Direct transformed into hotel and gym
A major redevelopment in Wolverhampton will see a vacant Sports Direct store converted into a 52-bed hotel, gym, and five new retail units, boosting city centre investment.
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