24 Derelict Sites in the Black Country Targeted for Regeneration Thursday, February 5, 2026 regeneration dudley brownfield redevelopment infrastructure housing derelict council urban development Dudley Council has identified 24 rundown sites across the borough for redevelopment as part of its ongoing efforts to eliminate eyesores and rejuvenate local communities. Through the Stalled and Derelict Sites Programme, … Read More
Dudley Bus Station Opening Delayed Until Autumn Amid Traders' Concerns Wednesday, February 4, 2026 dudley transport busstation interchange metro construction traders accessibility infrastructure westmidlands The opening of the much-anticipated £24 million Dudley bus station, known as the Dudley Interchange, has been delayed until the autumn of 2024. Transport for West Midlands (TfWM) recently confirmed the new facility will not … Read More
New Driveway Rule in England Makes EV Charging Easier and Could Save Households Over £1,100 Annually Sunday, February 1, 2026 electricvehicles evcharging governmentpolicy driveway costsaving infrastructure cleanenergy sustainability innovation transport A new rule change in England is set to transform how electric vehicle (EV) owners install chargepoints, potentially saving households more than £1,100 each year. The Labour government has introduced a streamlined process that … Read More
A38 Lichfield Closure LIVE: Major Road to Remain Shut for Hours Due to Infrastructure Repairs Friday, January 30, 2026 a38 lichfield roadclosure repairs infrastructure traffic delays transport commute safety The A38 in Lichfield is set to stay closed for an extended period as essential infrastructure repairs are underway. Authorities have confirmed that the busy route will be shut for several hours to ensure the safety and … Read More
Midland Water Company Faces Watchdog Warnings for Six Consecutive Years Wednesday, January 28, 2026 southstaffordshire watersupply ofwat regulation watermanagement leakage demandmanagement infrastructure environmentalrisk watercompanies A Midlands-based water company, South Staffordshire Water, has been repeatedly warned by industry regulators about risks to its water supply, according to documents revealed from Ofwat, the Environment Agency, and the … Read More
Skills Investment Key to West Midlands Meeting Ambitious Housebuilding Targets Monday, January 26, 2026 westmidlands construction skills training housing apprenticeships workforce education investment infrastructure The West Midlands is ramping up investment in construction skills training to meet its ambitious housebuilding targets. Mayor Richard Parker emphasized the critical role of workforce development in achieving regional housing … Read More