Monthly Archives: July 2026

So I can say here, I am not surprised with what took place this week on land off Macdonald Close/Gladstone Drive put forward as a “strategic site” for housing in the long delayed Sandwell Local Plan. Residents reported seeing a … Continue reading →

On a recent canal journey, imagine my surprise on seeing an Alfred Matty boat complete with livery just passing the Gower Tip, almost as though it had got up to 88kph from the 1960’s. David Wilson’s picture from the days … Continue reading →

LORD GIVE ME STRENGTH! SANDWELL PLAN 2          So when does a “plan” just remain a plan without ever being put into action? Imagine my surprise to receive the recent email below from Sandwell Council planning policy. … Continue reading →