Hey Great Barr,
If you’re reading this, you probably already know the problem.
Great Barr is huge. We’re split across multiple councils, traffic around Scott Arms can change overnight, and finding out what’s actually happening locally usually means scrolling through dozens of arguments on Facebook.
It shouldn’t be that difficult to stay informed about your own neighbourhood.
That’s why I started Great Barr Insider.
Every Friday at 7 AM, you’ll get a quick 3-minute email with the most important updates from around B43 and the surrounding area:
🚧 Traffic & Travel
Road closures, M6 slip road changes, and major roadworks.
🚨 Local Safety
Verified police updates and important community alerts.
🏘️ Community & Business
New shops, planning applications, and local events worth knowing about.
No spam.
No clickbait.
No endless Facebook arguments.
Just the useful information you actually need to start your week.
If you know someone else in Great Barr who would find this helpful, feel free to share the newsletter with them.
Thanks for being here.
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Editor
Great Barr Insider