New Pavement Parking Crackdown to Launch in Birmingham Sunday, February 1, 2026 birmingham pavement parking crackdown council transport safety accessibility rules enforcement Birmingham drivers should prepare for a new crackdown on pavement parking as the city council moves to gain powers to tackle rule-breakers on designated streets. The upcoming changes will ban pavement parking in select areas … Read More
Bournville Village Children’s Festival Returns with Safer, Earlier Finish Saturday, January 31, 2026 bournville festival children family safety fireworks maypole community birmingham recreation The much-loved Bournville Village Children’s Festival is making a comeback this year—but with a significant change aimed at ensuring a peaceful, family-friendly environment. Following incidents of unrest at past events, … Read More
Scared Dad’s Anguish as Intruders Invade Flat Block and Leave Human Waste by Child’s Pram Friday, January 30, 2026 housing security intruders safety tenants homelessness community disturbance trident smallheath Pishtiwan Sofi, a devoted father from Small Heath, has shared his ongoing distress over intruders who have repeatedly invaded the communal areas of his housing block on Mount Pleasant. The situation has escalated to the point … 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
Transport Minister Emphasizes Safety for Women and Girls on Midlands Trains Friday, January 30, 2026 transport safety women trains publicownership westmidlands britishtransportpolice railfares punctuality government sport Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has declared improving safety for women and girls on public transport a central government priority. Speaking during her visit to Wolverhampton Railway Station, she highlighted the upcoming … Read More
West Midlands Police Seize 40 Dogs Monthly Since XL Bully Ban Thursday, January 29, 2026 dog banning seizure police xlbully aggression ownership breeding welfare safety Since the XL Bully ban came into full effect in February 2024, West Midlands Police have seized an average of 40 dogs each month, underlining continuing concerns over dog attacks and public safety. New data reveals that … Read More