When the 46 billion different colour and trim combinations available through Bentley’s mainstream palette don’t meet a customer’s vision for their Bentley, Mulliner – Bentley’s bespoke studio – is on-hand to create something totally unique and a one-off. After owning a number of Bentleys, an American customer wanted their new car in a precise shade of her favourite colour: pink. Mulliner was happy to fulfil her dream supporting the personal commissioning of a bold and vibrant Bentayga Extended Wheelbase (EWB) painted in the eye-catching shade of Candy Pink. The exterior is teamed with an interior accented with Cherry Blossom hide…

The City of Wolverhampton Council and the NHS in the Black Country are holding a series of cancer awareness drop-in sessions at Bilston Indoor Market over the next few weeks. People are invited to pop along to get information and advice about the signs and symptoms of cancer, screening programmes and treatment, as well as how to enjoy a healthier lifestyle. The drop-ins are taking place on Thursdays 26 June, 17 July, 31 July, 14 August, 28 August and 11 September, with each session running from 9.30am to 1.30pm. People will be able to get information on how to check…

Over 200 young care leavers from across England gathered at Molineux Stadium for the highly anticipated National Championship Cup 25 recently – with the event receiving praise in the House of Commons. Organised by the City of Wolverhampton Council’s Reach Leaving Care Team in collaboration with Wolves Foundation, the inspiring six-a-side football tournament offered care experienced young people aged 16-24 the opportunity to compete, connect, and showcase their skills on Molineux’s hallowed turf. Following a series of knock out matches involving 20 teams from as far afield as Yorkshire and Milton Keynes, Warwickshire County beat Redcar and Cleveland in…

Access to more affordable homes, increased funding for schools and their pupils, and investment in Birmingham’s transport networks are among the Chancellor’s spending priorities. These headlines come from the Government’s Spending Review, which unveiled on 11 June, outlining their spending plans for the next three years. Finance officers are assessing what the Chancellor’s announcement means for the council’s own finances and services and the picture will become clearer later in the year. Cllr John Cotton, Leader of Birmingham City Council, said: “I welcome this Spending Review, and I’m encouraged the Chancellor has included funding for projects like the extension of…

An upgraded council enforcement car is to hit the streets tackling dangerous parking near schools and bus stops to help safety and traffic flow in the city. The Mobile Enforcement Vehicle (MEV) has been fitted with high definition cameras and will patrol problem areas blighted by illegal parking such as school keep clear zones and bus stops. It will help boost safety for pupils and pedestrians; cut traffic congestion, improve bus journey times and passenger boarding safety and act as a visible deterrent to car related crime. The MEV has been equipped with an intelligent enforcement system using GPS to…

South Asians have a high risk of heart disease, diabetes, excess body fat, fatigue and a number of other health conditions, mainly due to genetic factors and their high-carbohydrate lifestyle. Many other Americans, while often eating different types of carbohydrates than those found in a traditional South Asian diet, are also at risk for such health problems due to their dietary habits.  Ronesh Sinha, M.D., an internal medicine doctor with the Palo Alto Medical Foundation and author of the “South Asian Health Solution,” says white rice and flatbreads are staple foods in the traditional South Asian diet, but eating uncontrolled portions often…

On Saturday 21st June was the opening of a new institute in Birmingham Green Lane. Madrasah Ameer Hamzah is named in honor of the uncle of our Noble Prophet ﷺ – Sayyiduna Ameer Hamzah and my late twin brother Hamzah, whose life and legacy continue to inspire our mission. This new institute is rooted in over a decade of hands-on work with young people, through youth clubs, one-to-one mentoring, and residential retreats that have helped many build discipline, confidence, and connection to faith. Our goal is to get young people off the streets and into positive, faith-led environments where they…

Birmingham has been recognised as one of 112 cities across the globe that is taking bold leadership on environmental action and transparency. The city has kept it’s ‘A List’ status, awarded by globally-recognised non-profit environment impact group CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project). It annually publishes its ‘A List’ of cities that build climate momentum, taking four times as many climate mitigation and adaptation measures as non-A Listers. CDP has announced its scores for 2024, with only 15 per cent of cities that were scored receiving an A score. To score an A, among other actions, a city must disclose publicly through…

A computer generated image of what Bealeys Fold could look like once final works are completed City of Wolverhampton Council has appointed a contractor to carry out major improvement works to Wednesfield High Street. Taylor Woodrow will next week begin investigatory works to progress the design of the new scheme ahead of main construction works starting later in the year. Underground service surveys, drainage surveys and trial holes, are scheduled to take place between Monday 23 June and Friday 27 June with further investigatory works to follow. Dates are subject to change. The improvements will increase the vibrancy of the…

The highly anticipated Wolverhampton Literature Festival will return from Friday 6 February to Sunday 8 February, 2026, bringing together a dynamic mix of authors, poets, performers, and creatives for a weekend of storytelling, discussion, and cultural celebration delivered across our city’s cultural venues. The festival is now open for submissions – and organisers want to hear from authors, poets, spoken word artists, performers, workshop facilitators and panellists of all kinds. Whether you are local talent or lighting up stages nationwide, this is your chance to be part of one of Wolverhampton’s flagship events. Submissions are welcomed for a wide…