Health Secretary Apologises as Doctor Strike Begins
Health Secretary Wes Streeting apologises for disruption as UK-wide doctor strike starts. The 5-day walkout, rejected by 83% of BMA members, runs until December 22.
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Junior doctors begin five-day strike over pay
Junior doctors across the UK have begun a five-day strike after rejecting the government's pay offer. The walkout coincides with a severe flu outbreak. Read the latest.
Junior Doctors Strike: NHS Midlands Issues Urgent Public Advice
NHS Midlands urges public to use 111 for urgent medical help as junior doctors begin a five-day strike. Health Secretary's offer rejected. Key festive period impacted.
Labour repeals Minimum Service Levels strike law
The Labour government begins repealing the Minimum Service Levels Act, calling it 'unworkable'. Unions hail the move as a victory for workers' rights. Read the full update.
What's on in Birmingham: Weekend Before Christmas 2025
Discover the ultimate guide to Birmingham's festive weekend before Christmas 2025. From the iconic Frankfurt Market to light trails and pantomimes, plan your perfect seasonal visit.
Birmingham bins strike to continue into 2026
Birmingham's bin strike disruption is set to extend into 2026 as organisers plan a third major 'megapicket' protest. Read the latest on the ongoing industrial action.
Birmingham Bin Strike: New 'Megapicket' Set for Jan 30
Birmingham faces more bin chaos as a third 'megapicket' is planned for January 30, 2026. The strike over pay and roles threatens renewed disruption. Read the latest.
Junior Doctors Strike After Rejecting Government Deal
Junior doctors in England will stage a five-day strike from December 17th after BMA members overwhelmingly rejected a government offer. The walkout coincides with record flu cases, sparking a patient safety row.
Bishop offers to mediate in Birmingham bin strike
Bishop Desmond Jaddoo offers to mediate in Birmingham's long-running bin strike, citing public health fears. He's even willing to meet on Christmas Day. Read the latest.
New 2026 bin rules: Four bins for UK households
Major new bin collection rules are set for 2026, requiring households to separate waste into four containers. Learn how the changes will affect you and boost recycling.
Birmingham Council Denies Hiring New Bin Strike Workers
Birmingham City Council denies union claims it is hiring new agency staff for 'strikebreaking' as bin strike escalates. Get the latest on the dispute.
Birmingham cuts speed limits on 27 main roads to 30mph
Birmingham City Council enforces new 30mph limits on over 25 key routes, including Bristol Road and Hagley Road West, as part of a major road safety drive. Learn the full list and locations of new speed cameras.
Birmingham Council hires new bin staff during strike
Birmingham City Council is recruiting new agency workers for street cleaning as bin strikes continue, Unite claims. The union alleges this is to replace striking staff.
Birmingham Council: Legal Challenge, Bins Strike & Shark Suit
A week of drama at Birmingham City Council includes a legal threat over regeneration, ongoing bins strike chaos, and a shark-suited spectator. Get the full update.
Bin strike sparks fly-tipping fears in Solihull
Concerns rise as Birmingham's bin strike impacts Solihull with increased fly-tipping. Council data shows over 3,000 incidents, with plans for a new enforcement strategy underway.
Birmingham bin strike causes fresh collection delays
Striking bin workers in Birmingham have blockaded the Atlas depot, causing major delays and likely missed collections. The bitter dispute over pay and conditions continues to disrupt the city.
Birmingham Council faces fine over missed waste deadline
Birmingham City Council could face a government financial penalty after bin strikes forced it to delay new weekly food waste collections, missing a key environmental target. Read the latest.
CrossCountry train strike cancelled for December
CrossCountry train passengers can travel as normal this Saturday after the RMT union called off planned strike action. Check your journey for engineering works.
Birmingham Council faces fury over £14m bins strike
Birmingham City Council leaders faced intense public anger over the year-long bins strike, which has cost over £14 million. Read the full details of the heated meeting.
CrossCountry rail strike cancelled for December
Rail passengers can breathe a sigh of relief as RMT union calls off planned CrossCountry strikes. Normal timetables are reinstated for key December Saturdays, though engineering work will cause some changes. Check before you travel.
Birmingham bins strike fury erupts in heated council meeting
Birmingham City Council faces public fury over the year-long bins strike, with costs exceeding £14m. Read the latest on the political fallout and why a resolution remains elusive.
Guess Birmingham's Famous Street From 15 Photos
Brummies, test your knowledge! Can you identify this iconic Birmingham street from 15 pictures? It's famed for its top bars and restaurants. Watch the video and send your guess.
UK Christmas turkey shortage feared due to strike
A two-week strike at a key frozen food storage facility in Lincolnshire threatens to disrupt turkey supplies for Christmas. Find out how the pay dispute could impact your festive dinner.
Birmingham council meeting descends into chaos over bins strike
A Birmingham City Council meeting was adjourned twice after angry protests over the bins strike. A man in a shark suit watched as mock bank notes were thrown and chants erupted. Read the full story.
Birmingham Council meeting descends into chaos over bins strike
A Birmingham City Council meeting was halted twice after angry outbursts from the public gallery over the ongoing bins strike. Read the full story on the heated dispute.
Separate food waste collections for all from 2026
Labour government mandates separate food waste bins for millions in England from 2026. New recycling and packaging rules aim to boost circular economy and cut landfill.
Birmingham's new bin service starts June 2025
Birmingham City Council unveils a delayed masterplan to revolutionise waste collection with new weekly food waste pickups and fortnightly recycling from June 2025. Discover the changes.
Birmingham Council commissioners extended until at least 2028
Government commissioners will oversee Birmingham City Council until at least 2028. The ongoing bins strike and equal pay liabilities are key challenges slowing the council's recovery.
Birmingham agency bin workers join strike action
Around 40 agency refuse collectors in Birmingham have walked out, joining hundreds of full-time staff in an ongoing dispute over alleged bullying and blacklisting. Read the latest on the city's waste collection crisis.
Birmingham bin collections suspended due to strike
Birmingham City Council suspends all waste collections on December 1 due to mass pickets. Agency workers join the strike, with services set to resume on Tuesday. Full story.
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