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Former Simon Digby School Site

21 October 2024

Former Solihull school site set for 177 sustainable homes

Solihull Council has struck a development deal with leading homebuilder Vistry Group PLC to build up to 177 affordable new homes for its residents.

Green Finance Plan Could Unlock £100M Of Private Sector Funding For Nature Projects

18 October 2024

Green finance plan could unlock £100m of private sector funding for nature projects

The West Midlands Combined Authority is drawing up one of the UK's first regional nature investment plans that would make it easier to secure more...

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18 October 2024

Mayor announces new partnership to help drive more social and affordable housing

Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, today (Friday Oct 18) announced a formal partnership with the region’s leading housing associations which...

Hockley Social Club

17 October 2024

Birmingham to host Night Time Economy Summit

Birmingham to host Pioneering Night Time Economy Summit, showcasing the city’s diverse & vibrant nightlife and cultural scene says NTIA

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