Pensnett Road Sealed Off After Criminal Damage
Tiled House Lane in Pensnett was cordoned off by police after reports of criminal damage on July 1. No injuries were reported, and officers remain in the area for reassurance.
Category : Planning Decisions
Bouncer punched and killed man outside Birmingham bar, court told
Richard Deakin, 38, denies manslaughter after allegedly punching Joshua Johnson-Hector, 31, outside Savanna bar in Birmingham, causing fatal head injury.
Dudley Council to Rule on Six-Flat Block on Derelict Site
Dudley Council will decide on plans for six flats on a derelict 0.2-acre site on Douglas Road, near historic mine workings in a high-risk Coal Authority area.
Black Cock Inn Pub in Walsall Wood to Be Demolished for Housing
The Black Cock Inn in Walsall Wood faces demolition for 13 homes. The pub has been vacant since the pandemic and is a target for vandalism. Plans submitted to Walsall Council.
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Up to 1,500 New Homes in Birmingham Regeneration
Up to 1,500 new homes are planned for a Birmingham regeneration site, with a new neighbourhood set to be created on the former Birmingham Wheels site.
Inspector overturns Sandwell Council's decision on landslip estate homes
A government inspector has overturned Sandwell Council's rejection of six new homes on a Cradley Heath estate plagued by landslides, citing no harm to privacy or character.
Solihull Hideout bar owner confident licence will be granted
The owner of a new entertainment venue at Parkgate Shopping Centre is confident it will get a licence to sell alcohol, despite traders' fears it will attract anti-social behaviour.
Hyndburn Planning Apps June 22-28: Market Hall, Nursery
Hyndburn Borough Council received planning applications between June 22-28, including a children's nursery at Church Street, Market Hall variations, and a barn conversion in Oswaldtwistle.
Birmingham HMO with redevelopment potential auctioned
A vacant 11-bedroom HMO in Moseley, Birmingham, with potential for redevelopment into flats or a family home, is set to be auctioned by Bond Wolfe on July 9 with a guide price over £675,000.
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Barbershop Faces Council Action Over Planning Breach
Wolverhampton barbershop Fresh Look on Dudley Road faces enforcement action after opening without planning permission, with council citing parking and noise issues.
Walsall Green Belt: 600 Homes Planned
Taylor Wimpey reveals plans for up to 600 homes on 27-hectare green belt site in Walsall, as council's draft local plan targets the area for development.
O'Neills Solihull Green Makeover Proposed
O'Neills Irish bar in Solihull town centre seeks permission for a green-themed makeover, including repainted beams, new signs, and a mural, with heritage officers offering conditional support.
600 Homes Planned for Walsall Greenbelt
Plans for 600 homes on greenbelt land in Walsall have been submitted, threatening protected open space and sparking local opposition.
160 Homes Planned on Walsall Green Belt Near Listed Site
St Phillips proposes 160 homes on green belt in Aldridge, with a third affordable. Site borders conservation area with Grade II listed Moot House. Over 130 comments received.
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Birmingham XL Bully Owner Faces Prison or Dog's Euthanasia
Bashart Ali, 54, was told by Birmingham Magistrates' Court to pay £2,178 or face prison; his unregistered XL Bully Hagler could be destroyed if he fails to obtain an exemption within two months.
Plan to Demolish Run-Down Industrial Buildings in Village
A plan to demolish dilapidated industrial buildings in a West Midlands village has been submitted, paving the way for new housing and community space.
Courteney Cox and Johnny McDaid Split After 12 Years
Courteney Cox, 62, and Snow Patrol's Johnny McDaid, 49, have split after 12 years. A source says the split is amicable, with McDaid reportedly in early stages of a new romance.
Nando's Star City Seeks Mezzanine Addition
Nando's Chickenland Ltd has applied to Birmingham City Council to vary the premises licence for its Star City restaurant, proposing a new mezzanine floor while keeping all other licence terms unchanged.
Plan for 850 Homes and School on Walsall Green Belt
Outline plans for 850 homes, a primary school, and community centre on green belt in Great Barr have been submitted, with 340 affordable homes proposed.
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Solihull Planning Chief Warns Developers After Retrospective Bid
Solihull planning chair Bob Grinsell criticised Caroline Ownsworth for unauthorised building alterations in Birch Tree Grove, warning developers to seek permission first despite approving the retrospective application.
Rotunda Scaffolding Still Up After Three Years in Birmingham
Temporary scaffolding and a tunnel at Birmingham's Grade II-listed Rotunda have been in place since early 2023. Work to replace glass panels with aluminium is expected to start later this year.
Solihull 'Eyesore' House Extension Approved Despite HMO Fears
Solihull Council approved an extension for a Widney Lane property residents call an 'eyesore,' fearing it could become an HMO. The semi-detached home already has multiple extensions, and neighbours worry about overdevelopment and drainage issues.
Rossendale Planning Applications: June 26 Week
Rossendale Borough Council registered planning applications up to June 26, including decking replacement, tree felling, new dwellings, and garage conversions.
Gang Jailed Over 50 Years for Birmingham Shooting
A gang has been jailed for over 50 years for a revenge shooting in Moseley, Birmingham, where Shakeel Ali was lured, rammed, and shot twice.
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Tory Leader: 'Nothing to Hide' on Leather Museum Reversal
Walsall council votes to disclose documents on Leather Museum within 21 days, as Tory leader insists there's nothing to hide amid fight to keep museum at historic site.
Exeter Car Park to Generate Hundreds of Thousands
Exeter City Council has voted to bring the Market Street car park back in-house after NCP's administration, expecting annual income of around £425,000.
Hyndburn Council Reviews Wind Turbine, Hospital, School Plans
Hyndburn Borough Council has received planning applications including a major wind turbine near Bacup, hospital demolition screening, and school fencing, among others, for the week of June 15-21.
Willenhall 12-bedroom HMO refused in former DIY shop
Walsall Council refused plans for a 12-bedroom HMO in a former Willenhall DIY shop, citing oversaturation, community cohesion concerns, and a direct line of sight into a children's dance school.
Shirley Solicitors' Office to Become Dental Practice
A proposal to convert a solicitors' office at 336 Stratford Road, Shirley into a six-room dental practice has been submitted to Solihull Council by Dr Parekh.
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Sandwell councillor reapplies for cafe opened without permission
Sandwell Reform UK councillor Ritchie Massey has re-submitted a planning application for Massey's Cafe in Oldbury, which opened without permission in 2024 and was rejected in 2025.
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