Plan to demolish Birmingham’s indoor market faces approval despite risks to traders. Housing could replace it. Birmingham Market Demolition Plan Recommended Despite Trader Risk Birmingham might tear down the Bull Ring Indoor Market. They want to build housing there instead. This plan faced delays because of worries about traders. Officials warned them about redevelopment last…
Bristol reveals plans for 1,200 new homes at Cumberland Basin, plus bridge replacement and garden center relocation. Bristol Unveils Plan for 1,200 New Homes at Cumberland Basin Bristol plans big changes near Cumberland Basin. They plan up to 1,200 new homes there. The plans also include replacing a bridge. A garden center will get a…
Edinburgh councillors fight to reclaim visitor levy VAT from the UK government to reinvest in the city. Edinburgh Visitor Levy Faces VAT Fight to Keep Cash Local Edinburgh wants visitor levy VAT back. Councillors voted to reclaim the tax money. The UK Treasury will take millions. This money comes from the city’s visitor levy. The…
Mid Devon seeks land proposals for housing, jobs, energy, and habitats by March 14 to inform a new local plan. Devon Seeks Land Redevelopment Ideas for Future Planning Mid Devon wants new development ideas. They asked landowners, developers, and groups to share land proposals. The call started February 6 and ends March 14. It updates…
Large Bristol home for addiction recovery, Wick House, is for sale, raising resident concerns about displacement. Bristol Home Sale Urges Buyers to Consider Residents’ Obligations A large Bristol home is for sale. It houses people recovering from addiction, and its closure worries residents. The city plans to find them homes. Bristol’s housing leader asks buyers…
Funds pledged to Centrepoint and St Basils will provide housing and employment support for vulnerable youth in Coventry and Manchester. £2 Million to End Youth Homelessness in Coventry Says Radio 1 DJ Coventry Building Society and Co-Operative Bank pledged money. The total is around £2 million. The funds will help end youth homelessness in Coventry.…
A Nottingham family endures a flat with leaks, mold, and disrepair. They urgently seek relocation due to health concerns. Nottingham Family Lights Bathroom with Lamp in Damaged Flat A Nottingham family lives in a problematic flat. Andrew Matthews, 39, lives there with his family. They’ve been in the Dryden Street flat for ten years. Places…
Locals dismayed as former House of Fraser site remains a hole, raising questions about regeneration plans. Birkenhead Residents Face Empty Space After Store Demolition The old House of Fraser store in Birkenhead is gone. It was torn down last year. People are upset about the empty space; it feels like nothing is happening. A local…
Council tax may rise to fund park and ride, cleaner streets, and social care improvements in Bath and North East Somerset. Bath Park and Ride Hours Extended Amid Council Tax Increase Plans The council plans changes for Bath and North East Somerset. These include park and ride improvements, cleaner streets, more homes, and better adult/child…
Stockport unveils design plans guiding future development, focusing on homes, spaces, and community. Stockport’s Vision A Plan for Sustainable Growth and Design Stockport’s center has changed a lot recently. They’ve added housing, shops, and better transport, and cultural spaces are now trendy spots. The town plans to keep growing quickly, aiming for 8,000 new homes…