Birmingham school locks toilets, sparks parent fury
Shenley Academy in Birmingham will lock student toilets during lessons from January 12, requiring a pass. Parents call the rule 'disgusting' and a breach of human rights. Read the full story.
Shenley Academy in Birmingham will lock student toilets during lessons from January 12, requiring a pass. Parents call the rule 'disgusting' and a breach of human rights. Read the full story.
A 23-year-old student was blackmailed after sending intimate pictures online. Two people, including a Wolverhampton man, have been charged. Police urge victims to come forward.
Regional law firm Wilkin Chapman Rollits has been ranked in the 'Elite' top 10 of the Chambers Student 2026 Guide for trainee solicitor satisfaction. Discover why their training programme excels.
A new petition calls for the DWP to end state pension payments for retirees with incomes over £50,000, aiming to fund student tuition fees. Over 10,000 signatures needed for a government response.
Sarah Jayan, a 16-year-old from Ripon Grammar School, is campaigning for a seat in the UK Youth Parliament. She aims to improve school commutes, create social spaces, and support post-16 choices. Voting runs from mid-January to February.
Students at South Devon UTC in Newton Abbot used savvy budgeting to achieve their largest-ever foodbank collection for Teignbridge Homeless Action Today (THAT).
Ollie Drieu, a Manchester film student, is training to run 10k in under 40 minutes to raise funds for Francis House Children's Hospice. Follow his journey on JustGiving.
Nottingham City Council offers 1,000 £98 energy vouchers via the DWP Household Support Fund. Apply before midnight Sunday, 11 January 2026. Details inside.
An Aston University student co-created a virtual Birmingham on Roblox, attracting over 26 million plays. Discover the city's iconic landmarks reimagined and the surprise international fanbase.
Emma Corbin, 18, receives a £2,700 educational award from the Oddfellows friendly society to support her Geography degree at Durham University. Discover how the funding helps.
Higham Lane School in Nuneaton remains shut after a targeted hack crippled its IT systems. Pupils get extra days off as technicians work to restore security. Read for updates.
Unai Emery and Sean Dyche name their starting XIs for the Premier League clash at Villa Park. Full team news, including returns for Kamara and Aina.
Unai Emery makes four changes to his Aston Villa starting line-up for today's Premier League match against Nottingham Forest at Villa Park. Can they secure an 11th consecutive home win?
A fire at Queen's Medical Centre's Emergency Department forced an evacuation on Friday night. The department was fully operational by Saturday afternoon with no casualties.
Unai Emery confirms Amadou Onana faces a spell out, with Pau Torres and Tyrone Mings nearing returns. Get the latest Villa team news and injury updates ahead of Nottingham Forest.
Belvoir Big Band presents £400 to Headway Nottingham, aiding brain injury recovery. The charity offers vital support at QMC. Discover how music helps the community.
The Rotary Club of Carlton's festive Santa sleigh collections raised almost £7,000 to support local projects, charities and families. Discover how the funds will help the community.
Unai Emery faces key selection decisions as Aston Villa aim to bounce back against Nottingham Forest. Our predicted lineup includes returning stars and a crucial call on Donyell Malen. Who will start?
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.
Nottingham City Council launches a new round of £98 energy vouchers from 5 January 2026. Applications open for one week. Find out if you are eligible and how to apply.
New ONS data shows Nottingham has one of the UK's lowest life expectancy rates, with a stark North-South divide. Discover the figures and what they mean for the city.
Edge Hill University reflects on a landmark 2025, celebrating student achievements, award-winning research, and campus milestones that strengthened its community. Discover the year's highlights.
Latest Aston Villa injury news ahead of Nottingham Forest clash. Updates on Amadou Onana's hamstring worry and return dates for Pau Torres and Tyrone Mings. Full team news here.
The Student Loans Company warns students of sophisticated scams targeting January maintenance payments. Learn the red flags and how to protect your money.
Analysis reveals workers earning up to £52,000 will be worst affected by a 'triple whammy' of tax and policy changes from the Autumn Budget. Discover the key impacts.
Nationwide Building Society reveals thousands received cash and perks. See how students and young members benefited from Fairer Share Payments and generous overdrafts.
John Chattin, a persistent offender with a history of robbery and assault, is back in prison after stealing candles and repeatedly breaching a court order banning him from Nottingham city centre.
A three-year freeze on the student loan repayment threshold could leave new graduates struggling with bills. The NUS warns it risks pushing repayments 'dangerously close' to minimum wage earnings.
A homeless burglar who woke two students by standing over their bed with a knife has been jailed for 45 months. Read the full story of the terrifying Staffordshire incident.
The Great Notts Christmas Toy Appeal, supported by Barratt and David Wilson Homes, will deliver gifts to over 2,000 disadvantaged children this Christmas. Discover how the community came together.