Walsall Council refused plans for the site, but a government inspector overruled the authority.

The former New Navigation Inn in Walsall, closed around the time of the Covid pandemic.

New shopping and food venues, as well as sports and music events are coming to the Black Country.

Garry Perry, the leader of Walsall Council, says it is about giving back to the community.

A Walsall cafe owner is worried the building could be compulsory purchased by the council.

DeCode - also known as Discotheque.life - in Walsall is unable to open for the next four weeks.

The former dealership in Walsall will also host five takeaway restaurants.

The Walsall Council leader says some people have been "threatening" in demanding money from queuing motorists.