Birmingham streets buried in Christmas rubbish as strikes drag on
Mountains of festive waste rot on Birmingham's streets as a year-long bin strike continues. Residents speak of shame and rats, with no end in sight. Read the full story.
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38 councils to double council tax on second homes
Up to 12,300 second-home owners face a 100% council tax surcharge as 38 more English councils activate new powers from April. See the full list of affected areas.
Birmingham's fly-tipping nightmare as bin strikes continue
Birmingham residents face a festive nightmare as fly-tipped Christmas rubbish piles up in Small Heath and Bordesley Green. The ongoing bin strikes, now nearly a year old, are creating a public health crisis. Read more on the council's response.
4th January is Peak Day to Sell Unwanted Christmas Gifts
Data reveals the first Sunday of the year is the busiest for selling unwanted presents. Get expert tips to declutter and turn your unused items into cash.
Birmingham bin strike: Festive rubbish piles up for a year
Mountains of uncollected Christmas rubbish plague Birmingham streets as a bitter bin strike nears its first anniversary. Residents describe shame and rat infestations.
EVs Save £1,450 a Year Despite New Road Tax
New analysis reveals second-hand electric car owners can still save nearly £1,500 annually, even with Labour's planned 3p per mile charge. Discover the top models for savings.
Birmingham bin strike chaos: Queues, JCBs and police calls
As Birmingham's 2025 bin strike dragged on, mobile waste centres were swamped. We revisit the chaos, fly-tipping and the community efforts that followed. Read the full story.
Expert: Labour's Budget missed chance to boost used EV sales
Polestar UK boss calls on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to introduce a subsidy for second-hand electric vehicles, following a successful Dutch model, to accelerate adoption and support the used car market.
Discover Birmingham's Secret Garden in the Library
Escape Birmingham's festive bustle at the Library's Secret Garden. Find panoramic city views, greenery & quiet on the 7th floor. Your peaceful urban retreat awaits.
Birmingham urged to punch its weight like Barcelona
Birmingham's new lead commissioner says the city must earn the respect of a true 'second city', drawing direct inspiration from Barcelona's global standing. Read the full analysis.
New average speed cameras for 6 Birmingham roads in 2026
Birmingham City Council is installing average speed cameras on six new routes in 2026, expanding enforcement across the city. Drivers urged to stick to limits to save lives.
Empty Sports Direct transformed into hotel and gym
A major redevelopment in Wolverhampton will see a vacant Sports Direct store converted into a 52-bed hotel, gym, and five new retail units, boosting city centre investment.
Royal Mail: Last day for first-class Christmas post
UK households have until today to send first-class mail for Christmas arrival. Royal Mail's festive gift to staff downgraded to second-class stamps, sparking union criticism.
WW2 veteran, 102, takes to the skies in Cambridge glider
Robbie Hall, a 102-year-old Bomber Command veteran, fulfilled a lifelong dream with a glider flight over Cambridge, organised by the Taxi Charity. Read her inspiring story.
New hotel and shops for Wolverhampton's former Sports Direct
Plans approved to transform Wolverhampton's empty Sports Direct into a 52-bed hotel, gym, and five retail units, bringing jobs and investment to the city centre.
Royal Mail delays Saturday post change to next year
Royal Mail postpones major delivery rule change, pushing back the end of Saturday second-class letters to early next year. Read about the delay and the controversial staff Christmas stamps.
Jack Osbourne announces second baby with wife Aree
I'm A Celebrity star Jack Osbourne and his wife Aree are expecting their second child together, making it Jack's fifth. Get all the heartwarming details on their family news.
Southampton vs Birmingham City: Live Team News & Updates
Live coverage and analysis as Birmingham City's poor away record faces a stern test against in-form Southampton at St Mary's. Follow all the action here.
Christmas market-goer avoids Birmingham after assault
A man and his carer were assaulted in Birmingham city centre. The victim, a regular at the German Market, now says he is too afraid to visit this Christmas. Read his story.
Council to refund second home tax after legal error
Warwick District Council must repay double council tax charged on second homes after admitting it 'acted outside the law'. A procedural mistake forces a costly U-turn.
Guess Birmingham's Famous Street From 15 Photos
Brummies, test your knowledge! Can you identify this iconic Birmingham street from 15 pictures? It's famed for its top bars and restaurants. Watch the video and send your guess.
Birmingham City new stadium plan gets cost warning
Former Everton CEO Keith Wyness warns Birmingham City's ambitious new 62,000-seat 'Powerhouse' stadium will likely cost far more than expected. Blues target a 2030/31 opening.
Birmingham City fined £115k by FA for mass confrontation
Birmingham City have been handed a hefty £115,000 fine by the Football Association for their role in a mass brawl against Hull City. The FA cited a 'consistent failing' by the club.
Birmingham's four-bin system starts June 2026
Birmingham City Council unveils a massive bins shake-up. From June 2026, households will get four bins for fortnightly collections and weekly food waste pickups. Get the full list of changes and dates.
Vinted seller increases sales by 50% with simple message
A Vinted expert reveals how a friendly, non-salesy message to users who favourite items can increase sales by 30-50%. Discover the free strategy that's transforming second-hand selling.
Cancer misdiagnosed as IBS twice before terminal diagnosis
Lauren Carey, 30, from Surrey, urges others to seek second opinions after her aggressive cancer symptoms were twice misdiagnosed as food intolerance and IBS by doctors.
Birmingham's £1.9bn Smithfield Scheme Key Phase
Birmingham's £1.9bn Smithfield regeneration enters a crucial archaeological phase, uncovering medieval history before transforming the city centre. Discover the timeline and impact.
Birmingham Smithfield scheme enters 'important phase'
The £1.9bn Birmingham Smithfield regeneration project enters a crucial phase as archaeological works begin, uncovering the city's medieval past before transforming the city centre.
Birmingham City could be without eight players
Birmingham City's squad is severely depleted with eight players potentially missing the Championship clash against Bristol City due to suspension and injuries.
Birmingham City could be without eight players
Birmingham City's squad is stretched thin with eight players potentially missing the Championship clash against Bristol City due to suspension and injury. Get the latest team news.
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