West Brom predicted line-up vs Middlesbrough
New West Brom boss Eric Ramsay faces a tough first game against Middlesbrough. See the predicted lineup with four changes and a key defensive switch. Can he spark a revival?
New West Brom boss Eric Ramsay faces a tough first game against Middlesbrough. See the predicted lineup with four changes and a key defensive switch. Can he spark a revival?
Chris Davies is expected to make two changes to his Birmingham City side for the crucial Championship clash with Swansea City. Get the full predicted team news and analysis here.
Business leaders cautiously welcome the government's revived Northern Powerhouse Rail plans, calling for firm commitments and swift delivery to transform the North's economy by the 2030s.
The UK Government unveils a new railway line between Birmingham and Manchester, backed by £1.1bn initial funding. Part of a wider Northern Growth Strategy, it aims to boost connectivity and capacity.
The government has announced plans for a new railway line connecting Birmingham and Manchester, though no construction timeline is confirmed. It will not be a reinstatement of the scrapped HS2 leg.
The UK Government is set to unveil plans for a new Birmingham to Manchester rail route this week, reviving connectivity after HS2's northern leg was axed. Discover the details.
Passenger services on the long-awaited Camp Hill line and new stations in Darlaston and Willenhall are set to begin within months, ending decades-long waits.
Plans submitted to replace 1860s warehouses near Parsonage Gardens with a landmark office block featuring a public bar-restaurant. Have your say on the proposal.
Ringleaders of a county lines gang that exploited children to deal heroin and crack cocaine across the Midlands have been sentenced. The 'Trooper Line' was run from prison. Report drug dealing in your area.
The Met Office issues new snow and ice warnings for much of the UK. Discover the 27 counties in England set to escape the wintry weather on Saturday and Sunday.
The iconic Hard Rock Café in Manchester has temporarily closed its doors after a quarter of a century. Discover the future plans for this legendary music-themed venue.
Carrin Wibier, 45, has been charged with murder and arson following the death of four-year-old Lesma-Rose Wibier in a house fire in Rusholme, Manchester. Read the latest court details.
Two Birmingham drug dealers kicked a customer to death in a row over 'competition', a court heard. Craig Dean, 53, died from his injuries in July 2025. Read the full trial details.
Driver training has commenced at Birmingham's three new Camp Hill line stations, marking a major step towards restoring passenger services for the first time since WWII. Read the latest updates.
Rail services between Birmingham New Street and Walsall face severe disruption after a train broke down near Hamstead. Check for live updates and alternative travel arrangements.
Wolves host West Ham in a crucial Premier League clash. Get the latest team news, predicted line-up, and analysis as Rob Edwards seeks a first win. Read the full preview here.
Unai Emery is set to make three changes as Aston Villa aim to bounce back against Nottingham Forest. Get the full predicted line-up and team news here.
West Bromwich Albion aim to build on their QPR win with a trip to Swansea City. We predict the Baggies' starting XI, featuring three key changes. Can they improve their dire away form?
A 24-year-old man has been charged with multiple drug offences after West Midlands Police raids in Walsall. Ashley Burrows is due in court following the seizure of Class A drugs.
Join a free line dancing social event for over 55s in Spalding on January 13. Part of the Get Moving campaign with Yakult and Royal Voluntary Service's First Time for Everything initiative.
Moya Cole Hospice partners with Just Helping for the 2026 Christmas tree recycling appeal across Greater Manchester. Register your tree for collection to raise vital funds. Bookings close January 5.
Robert De Niro in Manchester, a £400m water park plan, and a factory making 4.5 million toilet rolls daily. Explore the standout business stories from North West England in 2025.
Drivers on the M6 face major disruption in early 2026 as a 60-year-old railway bridge is replaced. Full closures planned for two weekends. Plan your journey now.
A new poll reveals a worrying gap in Gen Z's understanding of drink-driving dangers, with many seeing it as more acceptable. Read the full findings and expert reaction.
Birmingham City face a defensive crisis with Klarer suspended and Gray injured. Manager Chris Davies rules out a back five. See our predicted XI for the Championship clash.
Joanne Lewis, 57, gives up her Christmas to answer calls on Marie Curie's free support line, offering vital emotional support to those facing death and bereavement during the festive season.
Ryan Mason is set to ring the changes as West Bromwich Albion host Bristol City at The Hawthorns. Get the full predicted line-up and tactical analysis here.
Under-pressure Chris Davies is set to shake up his Birmingham City side for the crucial Championship clash with Derby County. Get the full predicted XI and team news here.
Manchester's Christmas Markets have ended for 2025. While some traders reported their worst year in 20 years, others saw strong sales. Read the full story on the festive season's economic impact.
Construction is finished on five new railway stations in Birmingham and the Black Country, restoring passenger services to some areas for the first time since WWII. Read the full details.