Home and Family News & Updates
Construction has started on the first phase of new homes in the council’s transformation of New Park Village estate.
- 22nd September 2026
Today marks the start of the final stage of consultation on the Walsall Borough Local Plan, and Walsall residents are encouraged to take part.
The Leader of Royal Sutton Coldfield Town Council (RSCTC), Cllr Simon Ward, has issued a formal letter of objection to Severn Trent Water (STW) regarding its controversial proposal to construct a new housing development on protected Green Belt land
A family lawyer from a well-known law firm is warning contestants on the TV show Love Is Blind that if they get legally married on the show, their marriage has real legal and financial consequences.
Following a special meeting of Cabinet on Wednesday 26 August 2026, the latest version of the Walsall Borough Local Plan is ready to enter the next phase of consultation, giving time for the council to meet the Government’s end of December deadline.
- 28th August 2026
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has backed West Midlands mayor Richard Parker with £409m to help build 3,200 new social homes across the region.
- 25th August 2026
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has backed West Midlands mayor Richard Parker with £409m to help build 3,200 new social homes across the region.
Wavensmere Homes’ £150m Wolverhampton Canalside South development is preparing to welcome its first residents.
Love flowers AND pets? Floral Jazz in Sutton Coldfield makes it easier to enjoy both, with beautiful pet-friendly bouquets created with four-legged family members in mind.
- 7th August 2026
More than 80 parcels filled with essential food and household items have been donated to Walsall's Best Start in Life Family Hubs, helping to support local families during the summer holidays.