Sol Bistro in Cotteridge Seeks Premises Licence for Alcohol and Music Tuesday, April 14, 2026 licence alcohol music cotteridge birmingham solbistro licensing consultation premises refreshment Sol Bistro Ltd, located at 1869 Pershore Road in Cotteridge, Birmingham, has submitted an application for a premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003. The proposed licence would permit the sale of alcohol, the playing of … Read More
New Solihull Padel Courts Apply for Alcohol Licence Monday, April 13, 2026 solihull padel alcohol licence purepadel licensing community safety business regulation Pure Padel Clubs Ltd is applying for a premises licence to sell alcohol at its new padel courts located on Streetsbrook Road, Solihull. The company has submitted a formal application to Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council … Read More
Over 37,000 Drivers Lose Licences Amid New DVLA Eyesight Crackdown Sunday, April 5, 2026 dvla eyesight driving licence safety seniors vision regulations roadsafety ageing Over 37,000 drivers have had their driving licences revoked after failing to meet eyesight standards, as the DVLA prepares to enforce tougher rules. Data obtained through a Freedom of Information request by Marshall Motor … Read More
Birmingham Dad Banned from Driving After Being Found Drunk and Incoherent by Police Saturday, March 21, 2026 drivingban alcohol birmingham court sentencing family hardship police licence offence Adam Whitmore, a 36-year-old father from Hindhead Road, Birmingham, has been banned from driving for 28 days after police found him incoherent and over the legal alcohol limit. The incident occurred on Woodfield Road on … Read More
DVLA May Restrict Driving for Users of Three Common Medications Sunday, March 15, 2026 dvla driving medication opioids tranquillisers antidepressants safety regulations licence law The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) may restrict driving privileges for individuals taking certain commonly prescribed medications. Officials advise drivers to “avoid driving” if their medication … Read More
'Painful listening' busker criticism in Midland sparks community support and calls to leave them be Thursday, March 12, 2026 buskers midland community socialmedia charity music performance licence criticism support A social media post criticizing buskers in Midland for being “painful listening” and playing too loudly has sparked a strong backlash from the local community, who have stood up to defend the performers. On … Read More