Conwy dad runs Valencia Marathon for children's hospice
Iain Burgess from Conwy County completed the Valencia Marathon, raising £1,619 for Tŷ Gobaith hospice. His employer, RWE, match-funded £500. Read his inspiring story.
Iain Burgess from Conwy County completed the Valencia Marathon, raising £1,619 for Tŷ Gobaith hospice. His employer, RWE, match-funded £500. Read his inspiring story.
A Premier League review panel has ruled two players should have been sent off against Aston Villa this season. Discover the controversial decisions and their potential impact.
Plymouth City Council is petitioning the Government for £25.7m in extra funding to cover soaring social care costs, as it faces a £17m budget shortfall. Read the full story.
Match of the Day pundits Rob Green and Dion Dublin lauded John McGinn's influential role in Aston Villa's 2-1 FA Cup victory at Tottenham Hotspur. Discover the analysis of his 'brilliant' performance.
Walsall Council's spending power is set to rise by 28.5% over three years under a new government funding settlement. Leader Mike Bird welcomes the 'good news' but warns of ongoing challenges.
A London pensioner could pay £16,000 a year in council and mansion taxes after Labour's funding reforms. Discover the impact on homeowners and the six boroughs affected.
A childminder's car was shredded by thieves near St Andrew's stadium. It's the third such incident, sparking anger over police patrols. Read the full story and safety advice.
Birmingham City were held to a draw by Southampton after a controversial goal where the referee impeded a player. Manager Chris Davies was sent off in the furious aftermath. Read the full match report.
Southampton secured a dramatic 4-3 victory over Birmingham City in a Championship classic at St Andrew's. Read the full match report and analysis of the seven-goal spectacle.
West Midlands Police could lose £41.1m in funding, risking further cuts to officers. Crime Commissioner Simon Foster warns of a 'postcode lottery' and fewer police on streets.
Dudley Council is set for a £75.9m three-year finance settlement from the Labour government. While Labour MPs hail a 'turning point', the borough's Conservative leader urges caution, saying 'the devil is in the detail'. Read the full story.
Aston Villa will trial its new Warehouse matchday fanzone this Sunday against Manchester United. The 3,500-capacity venue will become the Premier League's largest beer hall. Read the full details.
Birmingham City Council secures a massive £651.5m funding increase over five years as part of a new £78bn government settlement targeting deprived areas. Read the full story.
Sainsbury's launches a one-week Christmas veg offer for Nectar card customers, with key trimmings like sprouts and carrots for just 15p. Act before Christmas Eve.
Sainsbury's confirms Christmas 2025 opening hours and festive Aldi Price Match deals. Find your local store times and how to feed six for £2.30 per person.
Martin Keown jokes about 'upsetting royalty' after Prince William questioned his Player of the Match choice following Aston Villa's dramatic 2-1 win over Arsenal. Read the full story.
The government has announced a £246m funding package for bus services across the West of England. Local authorities will decide how to spend the money on new vehicles, infrastructure, and keeping fares low.
A £264.1 million government funding package will transform bus services in Birmingham and the West Midlands, aiming for lower fares and more reliable journeys. Discover how this investment will impact your commute.
Hospice UK warns of unsustainable funding as bed closures rise. The government's new palliative care framework offers hope, but immediate financial support is missing from the budget.
Energy giant RWE has secured financial closure for a major £200m battery storage facility in Pembrokeshire. Construction starts 2026, boosting UK grid stability and supporting 300,000 homes. Read the full details.
Dudley Council awaits answers on a £56m SEND funding deficit despite a new national policy. The financial 'bomb' could still push the authority towards effective bankruptcy. Read the latest.
Facing a £2.7m debt, Solihull Council is investing over £630,000 in an AI programme to generate significant savings, following the lead of other local authorities.
A major 62-step strategy to enhance nature across the West Midlands has been launched, aiming to channel £100m into hundreds of projects, boost biodiversity and create green jobs.
The BBC licence fee is projected to reach £197 by 2030, while over a million households stop paying. Discover the funding crisis facing the national broadcaster.
The Bradbury Foundation has awarded £4,000 in grants to four inspirational Lincolnshire charities supporting vulnerable children, mental health, disability services and domestic abuse survivors.
Over a million people have cancelled their BBC TV licence as the fee is forecast to rise to nearly £200. Discover why viewers are abandoning the service and the financial impact on the broadcaster.
Birmingham City boss Chris Davies reacts to Tomoki Iwata's suspension ahead of the Watford clash. Discover how Blues plan to cope without their in-form defender.
Hundreds of UK leisure centres face closure due to financial pressures. Discover how the #DoYourBit campaign is empowering communities to save local sports facilities through sustainable fundraising.
Tomoki Iwata will miss Birmingham City's match against Watford after receiving his fifth yellow card. Captain Christoph Klarer is also one booking away from suspension.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves commits to funding the Cardiff Parkway station and business park, a project with the potential to create thousands of jobs and attract major investment from Rolls-Royce.