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The Range fined £400k over rodent infestation

The Range has been ordered to pay over £412,000 after mice and rats were found gnawing Easter eggs and leaving droppings across a Midlands store. Read the full details of the hygiene breach.

First Vendors for Giant Birmingham Food Hall Announced

The first three food vendors for the huge new Alfred Works food hall in Digbeth have been confirmed. All are making their Birmingham debut, bringing Birria Ramen, Palestinian and East African flavours to the city in 2026.

Disaronno Recalled Over Glass Contamination Risk

Disaronno Originale liqueur is urgently recalled due to potential glass fragments in specific 700ml bottles. Check batch codes and return product. Safety alert issued by the FSA.

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.

Birmingham B&M store gets zero hygiene rating

A B&M store in Birmingham has been given the lowest possible hygiene score of zero, placing it among the worst in the country. Read the full report and company response.

Apple Sticker Codes: What 3, 4 & 9 Mean for Your Health

A clinical nutritionist warns UK shoppers to check apple PLU codes. Codes starting with 3 or 4 indicate non-organic fruit with synthetic wax and pesticides. Seek code 9 for organic. Learn the safe washing method.

Food banks warn of winter crisis in West Midlands

Food banks across the West Midlands brace for a severe winter surge in demand, with over 61,000 parcels distributed last year. Donations struggle to keep pace as vulnerable groups face rising costs.

Food banks at breaking point ahead of winter surge

Food banks across the West Midlands are preparing for a severe winter surge in demand, with a 27% rise in parcels since pre-pandemic levels. The Trussell Trust warns they are at breaking point and urgently need public donations.

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