A sharp rise in coronavirus infection rates in Wolverhampton over the last few days has put the city at real risk of a local lockdown. Latest data shows there were an average of 27.09 cases of Covid-19 per 100,000 residents in Wolverhampton over the 7 days up to 5 September, […]
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Gallery showcasing history of Indian dance in Black Country
From Saturday 19 September visitors to Wolverhampton Art Gallery will be able to explore the largely unwritten and unrecorded history of Indian dance in the Black Country. Nritya Black Country, curated by Jaivant Patel Dance, an award-winning arts organisation rooted in Wolverhampton, explores the history of the development of Indian […]
Sandwell Libraries still going strong
Sandwell Libraries has seen a huge increase in new members and use of its online services. Despite Covid-19 lockdown, Sandwell Libraries have continued to supply eBooks and eAudiobooks, online family activity sessions to help families stuck inside their homes and the annual Summer Reading Challenge. Councillor Danny Millard, cabinet member […]
70% of British drivers would rather lease an Electric Vehicle than buy outright
RISE OF THE LONG-TERM TEST DRIVE: BRITS TURN TO LEASING TO TRIAL EVS 70% of drivers prefer to lease an EV – getting to grips with the technology – before buying it outright 51% of drivers nervous about the driving range of EVs – but say a 2-3 year lease […]
Invaluable support for Walsall families and schools
Children, young people, parents and carers have been supported throughout the Covid-19 pandemic by Walsall School Nursing Service – and that invaluable help will continue now that schools are re-opening. School nurses have been holding regular telephone and video consultations, as well as virtual workshops, which parents in particular have […]
Pakistani born entrepreneur built £300 mil travel company without knowing a word of English
What does the business do? TravelUp is a leading UK travel agent, working with more than 200 airlines and 400,000 hotels. The business was founded in 2004 by Ali Shah to ensure customers get the best deals on flights, hotels and package holidays. TravelUp caters to all budgets and […]
West Midlands e-scooter trial to launch this week
Swedish company Voi has been appointed to operate e-scooters in the West Midlands, it was announced today. The trial will launch to the public in Birmingham and Coventry this week and be rolled-out across the region soon after. E-scooters will be rolled-out in Birmingham and Coventry from this Thursday (10 […]
MATCH YOUR RACE TRACK HEROES WITH THE NEW BENTLEY MOTORSPORT COLLECTION
Discover new accessories from the Bentley Motorsport Collection, perfect for motor racing enthusiasts You can support Bentley Motorsport’s racing drivers, by sporting the same items they use when competing and representing the brand internationally Some products feature the popular #BringTheThunder hashtag, in support of the Bentley Motorsport Team Champion Bentley […]
Justice for Wolverhampton family as rogue trader sentenced to 6 months in prison
A rogue trader who left a Wolverhampton family with a dangerous and near worthless extension on the verge of collapse has been sentenced to 6 months in prison. Luke Roberts was also made the subject of a criminal behaviour order (CBO) for 10 years to ensure he does not carry […]
FLUIDLY ADDS FUNDING TOOLS TO COMPLETE CASHFLOW MANAGEMENT SOLUTION
Funding tools launch completes comprehensive cashflow management platform that already equips accountants and businesses with forecasting, planning, and debtor management features Fluidly has added end-to-end funding tools to its award-winning cashflow management solution, offering pre-qualified funding options to millions of businesses within minutes. Together with the platform’s existing features – […]