Lorna Bailey

A Grade II-listed William Mitchell mural at Coventry's former Three Tuns pub has been removed during demolition for the City Centre South redevelopment. The roughly 30-tonne, double-sided artwork was cut into four sections after six months of planning and will be cleaned and stored temporarily. Developer Hill Group says it intends to restore the mural in a new setting with prominent walkways, while other Coventry public artworks are also being conserved. The nine-year, multimillion-pound project is expected to deliver more than 1,000 apartments, shops, food venues and entertainment spaces.

West Midlands mayor Richard Parker has ruled out expanding the West Midlands Combined Authority to include Warwickshire, saying the existing region is the right size for his priorities. He is nevertheless seeking closer cooperation with neighboring areas so Warwickshire can benefit from cross-border projects. Warwickshire’s current county, district and borough councils are expected to be replaced by two unitary authorities in 2028, while local leaders are encouraged to develop their own devolution proposals. Planned new funding and powers for metro mayors, including a potential share of national income tax, would not directly extend to Warwickshire.

Coventry City Football Club has opened a two‑floor, 15,000‑square‑foot retail store at the Coventry Building Society Arena, described by the club’s chief business officer as a major contributor to future revenues. The facility replaces smaller previous outlets and includes a dedicated area highlighting club history along with the release of a retro‑inspired kit. The initiative aims to strengthen brand identity, celebrate local heritage, and expand engagement, particularly among women and younger fans.

Coventry City FC’s chief business officer Nicola Ibbetson said the club would offer solutions for supporters worried about rising ticket prices ahead of the 2026–27 Premier League season. Prices have increased in line with Premier League benchmarks, with standard adult tickets set at £625 and premium seats reaching £800. Ibbetson emphasized that fans from last season would be supported with options to move to standard seating if needed. She noted premium and hospitality areas are treated as luxury products without concessions and highlighted the transition to digital tickets as part of Premier League sustainability requirements. The club is also completing infrastructure upgrades to meet broadcasting and VAR standards.

A sensory‑friendly prom for school leavers with autism, ADHD and other SEND conditions is being held in Coventry, described as the first of its kind in the city. Organised by Coventry, Warwickshire and Worcestershire Mind and hosted at the 147 Club, the event includes silent and low‑volume discos, a quiet area and a beige buffet to accommodate sensory needs. Families from across England plan to attend, with parents expressing relief that their children can enjoy a traditional prom experience in an environment suited to their anxieties and sensitivities.