Dudley Hospital Car Parks to Change But Locals Voice Parking Space Concerns

Dudley Hospital Car Parks to Change But Locals Voice Parking Space Concerns

Russells Hall Hospital is updating its parking with ANPR. Users react concerns over lack of spaces and access. Dudley Hospital Car Parks to Change But Locals Voice Parking Space Concerns Russells Hall Hospital will soon change its parking system. They are adding an automatic number plate recognition system (ANPR). This new system will make traffic…

Himley Hall Not for Sale Despite Dudley Council Savings Search

Himley Hall Not for Sale Despite Dudley Council Savings Search

Dudley Council clarifies that Himley Hall is not for sale despite needing to save £42 million over four years. Himley Hall Not for Sale Despite Dudley Council Savings Search Dudley Council says Himley Hall is not for sale. They need to save a lot of money, with the council targeting £42 million in yearly savings…

Drug Link to Half of West Midlands Murders, Crime; Treatment Expanded

Drug Link to Half of West Midlands Murders, Crime; Treatment Expanded

Report shows drug involvement in 50% of serious crimes in West Midlands. Increased treatment aims at reducing harm. Drug Link to Half of West Midlands Murders, Crime; Treatment Expanded In Birmingham and the West Midlands, many got help for addiction. This aimed to lower crime in the region. The Police and Crime Commissioner shared this…

West Midlands Budget Approved With No Extra Tax Burden on Residents

West Midlands Budget Approved With No Extra Tax Burden on Residents

WMCA approves budget increasing council transport levy but avoids additional taxes for residents in 2025/26. West Midlands Budget Approved With No Extra Tax Burden on Residents The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) approved their budget. The WMCA Board met on February 7th to discuss it. Councils will pay more into the transport fund, but taxpayers…