Birmingham Council's Park Parking Charge Plan Sparks Row
Birmingham City Council is pushing ahead with parking charges at Sutton Park and Lickey Hills. Critics call it a 'tax on health' amid fears over access and congestion. Read the full story.
Birmingham City Council is pushing ahead with parking charges at Sutton Park and Lickey Hills. Critics call it a 'tax on health' amid fears over access and congestion. Read the full story.
Birmingham City Council confirms new parking fees for three major parks from 2026, sparking political backlash. Find out the costs and the opposition's pledge.
Birmingham City Council plans new parking fees at three major parks in 2026 to raise funds, sparking fierce opposition from residents and political parties. Find out the details and what it means for visitors.
Six of Wolverhampton's finest parks and green spaces have retained their prestigious Green Flag status. Discover the award-winning beauty spots offering free play, walks, and cafes.
Discover nine stunning locations across Birmingham and the West Midlands, perfect for a revitalising New Year's run. Explore parks, hills, and country parks to kickstart your 2026 fitness goals.
British Land applies to boost maximum store size at Telford Forge Retail Park to attract larger retailers, aiming to secure long-term tenancies and support the local economy. Read the full details.
Shoppers at Tesco, Sainsbury's and Morrisons risk fines for misusing parent and child parking bays. A study reveals 25% misuse, with one mother fined £260. Know the rules to avoid penalties.
The Royal Signals (Northern) Band in Darlington is recruiting local musicians after a successful Play Day. Discover how to join this Army Reserve band and develop your skills.
Former Coronation Street star Helen Flanagan brands ex-fiancé Scott Sinclair a 'piece of s***' on Instagram after he allegedly missed their son's school play. Read the full story.
Local Conservatives promise to scrap parking charges and establish a trust to restore Birmingham's Sutton Park ahead of the 2026 elections. Read their full plan.
Plans for the UK's first Universal Studios theme park near Cambridgeshire have been approved, promising 8,000 permanent jobs and a £50bn economic boost. Discover the details.
A Pembrokeshire motorcycle group's 25-year fundraising effort has transformed the outdoor play space at Glangwili Hospital's children's ward. Discover how the new area aids patient recovery.
Discover Birmingham's stunning parks and green spaces that earned it the UK's first 'Nature City' title. Explore the top 10 spots, from Sutton Park to Moseley Bog.
A father of three was fined nearly £300 after being 13 minutes late to his car. He lost his keys in a play centre ball pit and couldn't extend his parking stay. He's now calling for a change in the rules.
Newlife charity launches Christmas campaign to fund specialist sensory toy loans for UK children with disabilities, helping siblings like Amelia and Atlas learn and bond through play.
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Starlight charity partners with Ravensburger to deliver over 7,000 therapeutic toys to UK hospitals, boosting play resources where 71% lack a dedicated budget.
New Opta supercomputer data predicts Birmingham City will finish just one point outside the Championship play-offs. Can Chris Davies's side defy the forecast?
A festive EuroMillions syndicate deal offers 1,000 real entries for just £9 as the Christmas jackpot soars to £114 million. A low-cost flutter for UK players.
Leicestershire Police are investigating after a woman's body was discovered in Maris Play Park, Leicester. The death is not being treated as suspicious. Read the latest updates.
The popular Toniebox 2 audio player is now £75.99 in the Black Friday sale. Parents report it makes 'bedtimes a breeze' and transforms children's play. Grab the deal before December 1!
Discover if you can watch Stranger Things The First Shadow play online and whether it's essential viewing for understanding Stranger Things 5. Get all your questions answered here.
A man in his 70s has died after being hit by a black Audi A1 in a Farmfoods car park on Holyhead Road, Telford. Police are appealing for witnesses.
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Armed police arrested four people and recovered two zombie knives after a chase in Shirley Park, Solihull. Read the full story of the police operation.
A Birmingham councillor accidentally struck a woman with a cricket ball during a park facility opening, leaving her briefly unconscious. Read the full story.
Stats experts predict Birmingham City will finish 9th in the Championship, just three points off the play-offs. Can Chris Davies's side defy the supercomputer?
A man has died in Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield. West Midlands Ambulance Service and police responded. His death is not being treated as suspicious. Read the full statement.
Police launch a three-day search of remote mine shafts for Gus Lamont, 4, who vanished from his grandparents' South Australian outback home two months ago. Read the latest updates.
Discover Browns Brasserie & Bar, the stunning new restaurant in Sutton Park after a £1.5 million transformation. Our review reveals the cosy vibe, delicious food, and why it's the perfect post-walk treat.