Community rallies to preserve historic pub in Walsall, UK, from being converted into flats before auction. Fight to Save Walsall’s White Lion Pub Ahead of Auction Date A group is working hard in Walsall to save a pub. It’s called the White Lion. People want to stop it from turning into flats. They would prefer…
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…
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…
Big changes are coming to Walsall! A town center regeneration plan has been approved, promising increased safety and appealing aesthetics. Walsall Town Centre Transformation Approved Major Regeneration Coming Walsall’s town center will get a big makeover soon. They approved plans to improve safety and make it nicer. The “Connected Gateway Project” is making this happen,…