NHS warns amoxicillin unsuitable for some patients
The NHS warns that common antibiotic amoxicillin isn't suitable for all. Check if you have these health conditions and always inform your doctor or dentist.
The NHS warns that common antibiotic amoxicillin isn't suitable for all. Check if you have these health conditions and always inform your doctor or dentist.
New data reveals pothole claims fell for the first time in five years, but 62% of motorists fear long-term car damage. Discover the full story and expert advice.
The DWP has listed 178 health conditions that could qualify you for up to £187.45 per week in Personal Independence Payment (PIP). Find out if you're eligible.
The Met Office has issued multiple yellow weather warnings for ice and rain across the UK. Brits face hazardous travel and potential flooding. Check the latest forecast and travel advice.
A damning inspection reveals 'poor' living conditions and readily available drugs at HMP Featherstone. Read the full report on the urgent need for long-term investment.
The Met Office has issued a yellow ice warning for six parts of Scotland, urging residents to follow three key safety steps. The alert is in force from 7pm tonight until 10am Tuesday.
Work begins to end the 'constant source of misery' as Wharf Road in Kings Norton closes for three days to tackle severe, long-term flooding issues. Find out the repair schedule.
A damning report reveals 'dreary' and run-down conditions at HMP Featherstone in Staffordshire, with inspectors criticising shabby cells and bleak facilities. Read the full findings.
A DVSA-approved instructor reveals the two key errors to avoid on icy roads as Storm Goretti causes chaos. Learn how to adjust your driving to stay safe.
A list of 23 medical condition categories could make UK residents eligible for up to £368 per month via DWP's Employment and Support Allowance. Check if you qualify.
UK pensioners over 66 with health conditions could see monthly income rise to £1,423 next year through Attendance Allowance and state pension increases. Check eligibility now.
The Met Office confirms a rare risk of 'freezing rain' across the Midlands on Sunday, January 11, warning of icy stretches and hazardous travel conditions. Read the full forecast.
MPs are urging the government to reform the Blue Badge scheme to better support people with unpredictable health conditions. Could temporary badges and new criteria help?
The AA president warns of treacherous driving conditions in Birmingham. Drivers are urged to delay journeys until after 9am on Friday. Get the latest on airport closures and essential safety advice.
The A45 Coventry Road in Sheldon will be closed towards Birmingham city centre from Friday night. Find out the diversion routes and which bus services are affected.
Nearly 180 people have signed a petition urging Birmingham City Council to install traffic lights outside City Road Primary School in Edgbaston to improve child safety on the busy Cavendish Road.
Motorists across the UK are being warned to carry out crucial vehicle safety checks as temperatures plummet. Experts from Mercedes-Benz share key tips on tyres, batteries and visibility to prevent breakdowns and accidents.
Dozens of schools across Staffordshire are closed on Tuesday, 6 January 2026, due to dangerous snow and ice. Check the full list of closures and the council's safety criteria here.
Birmingham wakes up to more snow and freezing temperatures on Tuesday 6 January, leading to school closures and travel disruption. Get the latest updates and send in your reports.
The Met Office has issued a yellow snow and ice warning for the West Midlands, predicting travel disruption and hazardous conditions. Temperatures could drop to -12C overnight.
Individuals with 19 specific long-term health conditions, including mental health issues and chronic pain, could be eligible for up to £812 monthly from DWP's Personal Independence Payment. Learn how to apply.
A Slough volunteer group, Living in Harmony, provides free holistic support for managing long-term conditions. Join their community sessions focusing on mind, body, and spirit. Call 07846312831 for details.
A Met Office yellow warning for snow and ice is causing major travel disruption across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Check your journey before you travel.
Birmingham launches six new average speed camera zones to enforce 30mph limits. See the full list of locations and the council's road safety warning.
Sandwell Council approves plans to replace a Bearwood shop destroyed by a major fire with a new building containing nine flats and a ground-floor retail unit. The blaze involved over 70 firefighters.
Struggling to decide if your child is well enough for school? The NHS provides clear guidance on 17 common illnesses, from chickenpox to COVID-19. Learn the rules to keep everyone safe.
A young boy has suffered serious injuries after being struck by a bus at a Warwickshire junction. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest updates.
Drivers are urged to drastically increase stopping distances as frost and ice make roads treacherous. Experts warn accidents are six times more likely in winter. Learn how to stay safe.
UK motorists are warned to increase stopping distances up to tenfold in icy conditions to prevent collisions. Get 10 essential winter driving safety tips from experts.
A section of Tansey Road in Kingstanding remains cordoned off after a man was found with serious injuries. A 22-year-old man has been arrested as police investigate.