Community
Birmingham daughter's final wish for 'lovely' mother after sudden death at 54
A fundraiser has been launched after the unexpected death of grandmother Veronica Sealey, 54, who was found unresponsive in her Yardley home and pronounced dead by paramedics.
Business
Dudley traders earn £60 a day as town branded 'desolate slum'
Dudley traders report taking as little as £60 daily as the town, once a 1970s hotspot, is now called a 'desolate slum' with over 40 vacant shops.
Culture
J. Cole review: Rapper holds Utilita Arena in palm of his hand
J. Cole had the Utilita Arena Birmingham in the palm of his hand from the first moment, delivering a two-hour show of hits, a cappella moments, and a hometown tribute.
Politics
MP Mike Wood: Government blocks historic pubs protection bill
MP Mike Wood says Labour blocked his Heritage Public Houses Bill on October 16, leaving historic pubs vulnerable. He also announces Older People's Information Fair in Wordsley on November 20.
Sport
Health
Ryanair passengers 'treated like cattle' after 19-hour delay
Passengers on a Ryanair flight from Sofia to Birmingham faced a 19-hour delay with no food, drink, or accommodation, leaving disabled travellers abandoned. The airline says it provided accommodation where available.
Birmingham hospitals to offer stop smoking help at appointments
Birmingham hospitals will offer stop smoking support at every outpatient appointment, aiming to cut smoking-related admissions.
HMRC: six months until MTD mandatory for £30k earners
Sole traders and landlords earning over £30,000 must use Making Tax Digital from April 6, 2027. HMRC warns there are just six months left to prepare.
AJM Healthcare opens new wheelchair service in Dudley
AJM Healthcare has opened a new wheelchair service in Dudley after securing an NHS Black Country ICB contract, serving nearly 325,000 residents.
PIP and DLA claimants could get extra £265 winter payment
Scottish families with disabled children on PIP, DLA or related benefits could receive a £265.50 Child Winter Heating Payment automatically from October 2026.
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