Consultation Launched for 20mph Speed Limits on Ten Roads in Birmingham's Holyhead Area Monday, June 15, 2026 birmingham speedlimits trafficsafety holyhead handsworth ratrunning roadsafety consultation urbanplanning community Birmingham City Council has initiated a public consultation regarding proposed 20mph speed limits on ten roads within the Holyhead area, close to Handsworth. This initiative is part of a broader plan to improve road safety … Read More
New Birmingham City Council Leader Roger Harmer Addresses Bins Strike and Low Traffic Neighborhoods Sunday, June 14, 2026 birmingham liberaldemocrats councilleader binsstrike ltns trafficcameras publicservices urbanplanning community negotiations Roger Harmer, the newly appointed leader of Birmingham City Council and a member of the Liberal Democrats, has outlined his approach to some of the city’s pressing challenges. Among the most immediate concerns is the … Read More
£3.2bn Arden Cross Development Near Birmingham Airport Announces Delivery Date Friday, June 12, 2026 ardencross birmingham development regeneration construction infrastructure investment realestate urbanplanning economicgrowth The highly anticipated Arden Cross development, heralded as a “once in a generation” project, has confirmed its official delivery date. Situated just over a mile east of Birmingham Airport, this £3.2 billion … Read More
Decision Pending on Demolition of Cradley Heath Factories to Make Way for Nearly 100 New Homes Saturday, June 6, 2026 cradleyheath redevelopment housing demolition factories sandwellcouncil affordablehomes heritage urbanplanning residential A crucial decision is imminent regarding the demolition of several old factories in Cradley Heath to accommodate nearly 100 new homes. The site, formerly home to F. & L. Smout & Sons along Woods Lane, is proposed to … Read More
In Pictures: The Vision for Birmingham's Bold Transformation Tuesday, May 26, 2026 birmingham transformation urbandevelopment architecture cityscape infrastructure innovation sustainability urbanplanning regeneration Birmingham is on the brink of a remarkable transformation. Over the coming years, the city is expected to undergo significant developments that will reshape its appearance and enhance its vibrancy. From innovative … Read More
Fears Mount Over Green Belt as Developer Proposes 557 New Homes in Kingswinford Wednesday, May 13, 2026 greenbelt kingswinford housing development planning community dudley opposition infrastructure urbanplanning Local campaigners’ worst fears have been confirmed with the submission of a planning application for more than 500 homes on prized green belt land in Kingswinford. Dudley Council is currently reviewing an outline proposal … Read More