Academy trust behind £50m Walsall school slammed as 'cowards'

Locals have long-opposed the plans11:55, 14 Jul 2026Planners behind a controversial £50million free school project in Walsall have been described as ‘cowards’ by campaigners.‌The Windsor Academy Trust had planned to host an in-person drop-in event tonight for members of the public to share their opinions on the project.‌READ MORE: Former Birmingham prisoner found dead in cell and prison officer sacked over 'falsified record'‌However, in response to a planned gathering of campaigners at the session, the trust made the decision to move the consultation online.Locals have long opposed the school, funded by the Department for Education (DfE), which will be called the Windsor Apollo Academy.The two main reasons for opposition are the loss of 13.7 acres of Reedswood Park woodland, and the chosen