‘We’ve been here five years and we’ll be here five more’ say campaigners battling to save historic pub Saturday, April 18, 2026 whitelion caldmore heritage locallisting pub campaign walsall community planning preservation A dedicated community group fighting to preserve the historic White Lion pub in Caldmore faces a continued wait before a decision is made on its local listing application. The Friends of the White Lion submitted their request … Read More
Primark Introduces £13 Minimum Hourly Wage Across UK Stores Saturday, April 4, 2026 primark payrise ukjobs retail womenswear campaign fashion london employeebenefits springcollection Primark has implemented a significant pay increase, establishing a minimum hourly wage of £13 for all retail assistants in stores across England, Scotland, and Wales. In London, the hourly rate rises to £13.71. This new pay … Read More
West Midlands Police Officer Calls for SeeSay 81018 on All Regional Buses Friday, April 3, 2026 westmidlands police bussafety seesay81018 publictransport passengersafety birmingham anticrime communitysafety campaign sport Paula Shortland, an education officer with West Midlands Police, is advocating for a vital safety feature to be installed on every bus throughout the region. She has expressed strong support for BirminghamLive’s … Read More
'Masked Gangs and Death Threats' Spark Urgent Calls for Safety in Birmingham's Upcoming Election Friday, March 27, 2026 birmingham election democracy intimidation harassment safety council politics campaign candidates As Birmingham gears up for its pivotal local elections on May 7, alarming reports of masked gangs loitering near polling stations, death threats, slashed tyres, and ongoing police investigations have brought voter and … Read More
Campaigner Accuses Walsall Council of Breaching Constitution Over Leather Museum Relocation Thursday, March 26, 2026 walsall museum leather relocation constitution council campaign transparency policy budget Walsall Council faces strong criticism from campaigner Linda Boys, who alleges the authority is breaching its own constitution and policies by proceeding with plans to relocate the Leather Museum. The cherished local … Read More
Smith's Wood Care Home Approved for Conversion into Apartments Despite Opposition Wednesday, March 25, 2026 smithswood carehome apartments planning solihull housing development liambyrne campaign conversion Plans to convert the Jubilee Gardens Care Centre in Smith’s Wood into residential apartments have been approved despite significant opposition from the community and local representatives. Birmingham Hodge Hill and Solihull … Read More