Allan, Coursington & Draffen Towers to be demolished in a controlled blowdown as part of a major housing initiative. Motherwell Towers Set for Blowdown in Ambitious Regeneration Plan Hey, guess what’s happening in Motherwell? They’re taking down three high-rise buildings! Allan, Coursington, and Draffen Towers are all coming down. The plan is to blow them…
Newcastle risks missing net zero targets by 2030. Activists claim slow progress and call for bolder action to reduce emissions. Newcastle Faces Climate Goal Gap Halfway to 2030 Net Zero Target Newcastle struggles to meet its climate goals. Campaigners say the city needs faster action. In 2019, Newcastle declared a climate emergency. The goal is…
Birmingham drivers protest Uber and Bolt on Valentine’s Day, demanding better pay, safer conditions, and fair treatment. Birmingham Uber and Bolt Drivers Protest for Fair Pay and Safety Uber and Bolt drivers plan to protest on Valentine’s Day, demanding safety and fair pay. Private-hire drivers, including Addison Lee staff, will stop working. They will log…
Locals mourn John Binnie, 86, a beloved Glasgow karaoke singer known for his Horseshoe Bar performances and kind heart. Glasgow Loses a Karaoke Icon: Horseshoe Bar Legend John Binnie Dead John Binnie passed away, and people are sharing memories. He was 86 years old. He was known as a “karaoke legend” in Glasgow; locals loved…
New Coffee#1 opens in Ashby, inside a former Lloyds Bank. Eight jobs created, free drinks on opening. Coffee Shop Opens in Ashby, Leicestershire Former Bank Building A new coffee shop just opened in Ashby. It’s in Leicestershire, inside an old bank. The shop is called Coffee#1 and every customer is getting a free drink at…
Alfold faces sewage issues worsened by new homes. MP Jeremy Hunt urges Thames Water upgrades before more building occurs. Surrey Village Sewage Crisis Demands Urgent Action Amid Housing Growth A village in Surrey faces a sewage problem. Alfold’s sewage system struggles with current use, potentially worsening with new homes planned, causing concerns about more sewage…
The Old Vicarage in Dawlish is saved! New owner Momentum Estates plans to restore the Grade II listed building. Dawlish Landmark Saved Major Update on Historic Old Vicarage Hey, guess what? There’s good news about that old building in Dawlish! You know, the one everyone wanted to save. A new owner bought it. It’s a…
New Quay, Wales, is beautiful but isolated. Residents face long treks for basic services, highlighting the challenges of rural life. Life in UK’s Most Isolated Town A 40 Minute Trip to the Nearest Shop New Quay sits in Wales and boasts beautiful beaches where people can often spot dolphins. The town is known for its…
Falkirk considers a visitor tax possibly adding 5% to stays, aiming to raise £1M for visitor site improvements after consultation. Falkirk Council Backs Consultation on Tourist Tax Scheme Worth £1 Million Falkirk might add a tourist tax. It could bring in £1 million. The money would improve visitor spots. Council members agreed to consider a…
Council approves a 15 year housing blueprint despite opposition citing greenbelt damage and resident concerns. South Gloucs Housing Plan Sparks Anger Over Greenbelt Decimation Protesters showed anger over greenbelt changes. Councillors approved a 15-year plan for South Gloucestershire. The plan includes 22,500 homes and jobs. It covers 2026 to 2041. A final public review starts…