1+ week, 2+ day ago  (312+ words) A Labour Group spokesperson said: "We have a good track record of running Redditch Borough Council and delivering on our promises, running improved services and financial stability. "It's important to keep the council running with a safe pair of hands…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago  (370+ words) The programme aims to spotlight the unique stories of local places, drive economic and social regeneration, and create long-lasting cultural legacies. The decision was made after partners from the Cultural Compact for North East Worcestershire held talks with Council representatives…...

1+ mon, 3+ hour ago  (385+ words) Several speakers shared their personal stories, including news anchor and freelance journalist, Suzanne, founder of The Hosking Houses Trust in Stratford, Sarah Hosking OBE, Ch Supt of West Midlands Police, Kim Madill, former Coventry MP Collen Fletcher MBE and founder…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (255+ words) The changes are expected to save many leaseholders hundreds of pounds a year and thousands over the lifetime of their lease, while helping to unlock stalled house sales caused by punitive ground rent clauses. The legislation will also abolish unfair…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (303+ words) He initially set up Restore Britain as a "political movement" after he was suspended from Reform UK last March but he now says it will be a "national political party". Mr Lowe's suspension by Reform UK came after allegations he…...

2+ mon, 4+ week ago  (389+ words) Since losing her council seat she has served as deputy chairman political of the Redditch Conservative Association. Speaking about her decision, she said: "This has been an extremely difficult choice. "I have dedicated years of my life to the Conservative…...

3+ mon, 1+ week ago  (329+ words) A Redditch Borough Council spokesperson said: "We know there was a lot of interest from people to attend this meeting and we are putting their safety first. "Rescheduling the meeting will also mean that more people will be able to…...

3+ mon, 2+ day ago  (143+ words) The proposal to cancel the poll comes in light of the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). A decision is due to take place this summer. That would see all district councils and the county council abolished with a vote to establish…...

3+ mon, 1+ week ago  (244+ words) Scrapping the two child benefit cap was a controversial move in the recent budget, after seven Labour MP's were suspended for supporting an amendment to scrap it in 2024. Redditch MP Chris Bloore has welcomed the news. He said: "Child poverty…...