Local Headlines from Wednesday, January 14th, 2026

Red rating in road report from Westminster

Dudley Council has been given a red rating from Westminster on a new best practice scorecard for roads maintenance.
Watchdog asked to lift housing notice

Dudley Council has asked housing watchdog to lift a Regulatory Notice after spending millions of pounds surveying its homes.
Furniture experts partner with college to boost local skills

Halesowen College has announced that the Brierley Hill-based furniture repair experts, Emmiera Group has become a platinum partner in the College’s recently launched PowerPartner Programme.