[29.12.25] The consultation focuses on tackling the growing issue of unadopted amenities on privately managed housing estates in England, where roads, drainage systems, green spaces, and other communal infrastructure are maintained by private estate management companies rather than public authorities. This trend has led to unfair charges, poor transparency, and limited homeowner rights, creating significant consumer detriment.  

[11.12.25] Our MP Preet Kaur Gill with Selly Oak MP Alistair Carns have campaigned to secure two dedicated neighbourhood police officers in every ward in Birmingham.  Thanks to West Midlands Police for delivering these resources.

[03.12.25] We have posted additional social events on the Events page.

[10.11.25] We are advised that the arrangements are as follows: The household waste collection due on Monday Dec 29th, will take place on Wed Dec 31st, The household waste collection due on Monday Jan 5th will take place on that date

[07.11.25] Better Streets joins with 15 organisations to make ten tasks of tomorrow’s politicians to address road safety. Their website provides a summary of the problem and a plea/demand to prospective councillors in next year’s elections which you may wish to endorse.  

[24.10.25] CRS can report that following the inquest into the fatal incident earlier this year at the cross roads of Frederick Road and St James Road, a prevention of future death notice was issued by the coroner. In response to this, works are to be undertaken to change the flow of traffic and to reduce its amount at the cross roads and improve safety by way of measures to slow vehicles. Further details will be published when available.