Birmingham Lib Dems on bin changes, traffic cameras and ‘rejecting extremes’ Thursday, April 16, 2026 birmingham libdems elections council bins traffic roadsafety potholes culture community With just weeks until Birmingham’s local elections on May 7, all 101 council seats will be contested in what promises to be a pivotal vote for the city’s future. The Liberal Democrats are striving to present themselves as a … Read More
Woman Baffled as Neighbour Complains About Washing Line ‘Ruining View’ and Threatens Council Action Thursday, April 16, 2026 neighbours laundry washing garden dispute council law complaint outdoor community Many people consider their garden a private sanctuary, but disputes with neighbours can quickly disturb that peace. One woman recently found herself at the centre of a bewildering conflict when her new neighbour complained … Read More
The Birmingham City Whizz Kids Poised to Boost Knighthead’s Fortunes Thursday, April 16, 2026 birmingham academy knighthead wasthills betteka guernier pearce smith boateng football sport One criticism of Chris Davies’ time as Birmingham City manager has been the limited emergence of homegrown talent into the first team. Inside the club, it’s understood that Davies faced intense pressure for immediate results, … Read More
Solihull Councillors Reject Payrise Amid Cost of Living Concerns Thursday, April 16, 2026 solihull councillors payrise allowance costofliving inflation remuneration politics localgovernment representation Solihull councillors have voted against a proposed increase in their basic allowance, citing the difficult economic climate as the primary reason. Despite a recommendation from an independent remuneration panel to raise the … Read More
Outdoor Swimming Lake and Café Reopen for Summer 2026 Just 35 Minutes from Birmingham Thursday, April 16, 2026 swimming lake birmingham aztecadventure aquapark outdoor adventure café kayaking summer2026 A serene and scenic outdoor swimming spot is reopening for the summer season just 35 minutes from Birmingham. Aztec Adventure, located in Upton Warren near Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, is easily accessible off junction 5 of … Read More
Concerns Raised as Lime E-Bikes Are Reportedly Dumped in Solihull Borough Thursday, April 16, 2026 lime e-bikes solihull parking micromobility councillors westmidlands dockless bikehire infrastructure Solihull councillors have expressed growing concerns over the improper parking and dumping of new Lime electric bikes shortly after their launch in the borough. The Lime e-bike hire service, introduced earlier this month … Read More