Officials have denied that MI5 held back information from Ms Patel, following allegations that officials lacked confidence in her abilities. She has also been accused of trying to force out Sir Philip Rutnam, the most senior civil servant in her department. The pair were both said to be “deeply concerned” by […]
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Main route in Walsall to close for roadworks
The A34 Green Lane will be closed at its junction with A4148 Blue Lane West/Court Way, from tomorrow for 24 hours. The road will be closed so contractor Dynniq, on behalf of Walsall Council, can carry out work on the pedestrian crossing. Meanwhile, Bridle Lane, from the junction with Beacon […]
Cannabis factory found after attempted break-in
A cannabis factory has been found after police were called to an attempted break-in. Officers descended on Milton Street, in Palfrey, Walsall, in the early hours of Wednesday. Following a search officers found the plants at the property shortly before 2am. No arrests were made but an investigation continues, says […]
NATIONAL AUSTIN 7 RALLY TO WELCOME INTREPID ADVENTURER
The 58th National Austin 7 Rally will be held on Sunday 5th July at Beaulieu in Hampshire. For those who own these iconic little cars; those who would like to own one; and those who just love looking at them, the national rally is the most anticipated annual event on the calendar. […]
Successful funding bid makes way for a greener city
City of Wolverhampton Council has been successful in a bid to accommodate the delivery of Ultra Low Emission Vehicles (ULEV) across the Black Country. On behalf of the 4 Black Country authorities, City of Wolverhampton Council applied to the Black Country LEP Local Growth Fund last year to support the […]
Pupils “achieve well” at Good rated Wednesfield school
All staff at Perry Hall Primary School “are determined to provide the best possible education” for their pupils, says Ofsted. Inspectors visited the Wednesfield school last month and found it continues to be Good, with parents “overwhelmingly positive about the school and all it provides for their children.” Pupils “learn […]
Drive to encourage people to Return to Social Work
People are being encouraged to Return to Social Work in a new recruitment drive. The Local Government Association has launched a campaign aimed at social workers who have been out of the profession for up to 10 years. Return to Social Work will provide support to social workers as they […]
City given Dementia Friendly Community status for third year
Wolverhampton has once more been recognised as a dementia friendly city – demonstrating that organisations are working together to make people living with the condition feel better understood, respected and supported. The Alzheimer’s Society granted Wolverhampton Dementia Friendly Community Status for the third year running after recognising the work taking […]
Fly tipper fined after spotted dumping a mattress on city street
A Wolverhampton resident has been fined £400 after a mattress was spotted being dumped from his vehicle. A local witness reported a mattress being dumped from a van at Spring Road, Bilston, on 23 July, 2019. The vehicle belonged to Chamberlain Atangana, who claimed he had lent it to a […]
Scheme to solve parking problems on Stourbridge road Posted on: 18/02/2020
A parking lay-by is to be created on a busy Stourbridge road to alleviate concerns about dangers caused by on-street parking. The section along The Broadway will have enough room for eight vehicles. It comes after a number of complaints about on-street parking causing obstructions to traffic and increasing the […]