Dudley borough’s regeneration projects have been hit by staff shortages and spending cuts that are costing the authority income.

Following the government's recent announcement on investment in neighbourhood policing, the Chief Constable who successfully bid to the Home Office for the extra officers with the support of the PCC is now pushing on with recruitment.

Work on a £150,000 scheme to improve Dudley Market by creating an outdoor seating area and pop-up food stalls will start on Monday.