West Bromwich Pub Seeks Reopening After License Revocation Over Violent Bouncer Incident Monday, January 12, 2026 westbromwich princeofwales licensing violence pubsafety bouncers sandwellcouncil westmidlandspolice security community The Prince of Wales pub on West Bromwich High Street, closed by Sandwell Council last year due to a violent incident involving unlicensed door staff, has applied for a new license to reopen. Sandwell Council revoked the … Read More
Major Deal Set to Secure Control of West Midlands Railway Services Monday, January 12, 2026 westmidlands rail devolution wmre transport agreement dft combinedauthority railwayservices integration Transport leaders in the West Midlands face a critical decision to preserve their significant influence over the region’s railway services. The current collaboration agreement between the West Midlands Rail Executive (WMRE) … Read More
Judge Calls It a 'Great Shame' to Sentence Knifeman Who Slashed Man's Neck on Broad Street Monday, January 12, 2026 knife assault sentencing broadstreet youthdetention birmingham crime violence court conviction A Birmingham judge expressed regret over sentencing Jake Bishop, a 20-year-old, to youth detention for slashing a man’s neck on Broad Street, describing it as a “great shame.” During the incident, Bishop … Read More
Hospital Worker Struck Off for Harassing Colleague with Sexual Messages Monday, January 12, 2026 sexualharassment misconduct workplaceharassment tribunal nursing nhs professionalconduct harassment inappropriatebehavior dismissal A former employee of Sandwell Hospital has been struck off for repeatedly sending a colleague sexually explicit messages, calling her endearing names such as “baby cakes,” and giving her inappropriate gifts, … Read More
New Government Letter Sparks Fresh Developments in Solihull Council’s Housing Plan Saga Monday, January 12, 2026 solihull housing greenbelt localplan planning government consultation development council policy The years-long debate over Solihull Council’s ambitious housing plan has taken an unexpected turn following a recent letter from the government. Solihull’s local plan, a crucial document that guides planning decisions once … Read More
The 10 Best GP Surgeries in the Midlands Revealed as 2026 Patient Survey Launches Monday, January 12, 2026 gp midlands patients survey healthcare surgery westmidlands quality appointments performance The annual GP Patient Survey for 2026 is now open, inviting patients throughout the Midlands to share their experiences and rate their local GP surgeries. This widely respected survey provides valuable insights into how well … Read More