Birmingham doctor strikes cause 'minimal disruption'
Five-day strike by resident doctors in Birmingham and Solihull saw minimal service disruption. NHS bosses praise planning as 90% of clinical activity was maintained. Read the full story.
Five-day strike by resident doctors in Birmingham and Solihull saw minimal service disruption. NHS bosses praise planning as 90% of clinical activity was maintained. Read the full story.
Police detain 25 in Birmingham for supporting proscribed group Palestine Action. Learn about the arrests, the legal context, and the ongoing judicial review.
Asylum seekers in Worcester, who escaped religious persecution and death threats, feel 'very vulnerable' after summer protests. A local charity calls for a refugee forum.
Action Fraud warns holidaymakers as travel scams surge for Black Friday. Protect your money with ATOL checks and credit card payments. Stay safe while booking deals.
CrossCountry warns of major rail disruption across the Midlands on four Saturdays in December due to RMT strikes. Plan your Christmas travel now to avoid significant delays and cancellations.
Over 200 people joined a vibrant Cardboard Carnival parade in Birmingham, showcasing creative animal models and demanding climate action alongside COP30. Discover how local youth are leading the change.
Martin Lewis's MSE reveals a £3bn class action against EE, O2, Vodafone, and Three for overcharging. You could be owed up to £1,800. Find out if you're eligible.
Birmingham bin strikes could extend beyond May elections as agency workers join picket lines. Council defends collection record despite ongoing dispute. Read the latest developments.
DWP staff in Lincoln to strike for a month after redundancy letters sent. Union slams department's 'new low' as 80 roles face axe. Read the full story.
Disney's new live-action Moana trailer sparks criticism for straightening the lead character's iconic curly hair. Fans express disappointment as studio remains silent.
Birmingham's bin strike crisis worsens as agency workers vote to join picket lines from December 1. The year-long dispute has cost £14 million and threatens health hazards across the city.
Birmingham's bin strike crisis deepens as agency workers vote to join picket lines from December 1, raising fears of extended disruption through Christmas and beyond.
Birmingham's bin strike crisis deepens as agency workers join the walkout, threatening Christmas collections. Get the latest on the extended dispute and its impact.
A spectacular Trick or Treat Masquerade Ball at Parc y Scarlets has raised an incredible £17,772 for Action for Children and Sandy Bear charity. Discover how the community came together.
UK households face a £7 TV Licence fee increase to £181 this April. This comes as the BBC faces a major scandal and a legal threat from Donald Trump. Discover the full story.
Exclusive Black Friday offer: Get Skinporter's revolutionary Multi-Action Facial from under £20. Fight winter dryness with spa-level results at home using code BF30.
Top illustrators including Axel Scheffler and Jason Cockcroft raffled artworks for Epilepsy Action's National Doodle Day 2025, raising over £33,500 to support 630,000 people with epilepsy in the UK.
Lancaster University plans to cut over 400 jobs, prompting lecturer strikes and fears from local businesses and students about the economic and educational impact.
GMB union members at BAE Systems' Samlesbury and Warton sites have secured legal clearance to continue strike action in an ongoing pay dispute affecting over 1,300 workers.
West Midlands Police implement major security operation for Aston Villa's Conference League match against Maccabi Tel Aviv amid planned protests over Middle East conflict.
Thousands of Birmingham parents are protesting a controversial new 'gated lunch' policy preventing secondary school students from leaving campus during lunch breaks, sparking debates about child safety and independence.
West Midlands Police are investigating after a protest banner calling for Conservative councillors to be hanged appeared during a pro-Palestine demonstration in Birmingham city centre.
Community campaigners in Birmingham are fighting to save a historic Handsworth building from demolition, arguing it represents a vital piece of local heritage worth preserving for future generations.
Dramatic scenes unfolded at Birmingham City Council as pro-Palestine protestors disrupted a crucial budget meeting, forcing security to intervene and delaying vital financial decisions affecting residents.
Walsall Council has thrown out three separate applications for new children's homes following strong community protests over safety and anti-social behaviour concerns in Bloxwich and Blakenall neighbourhoods.
Discover how Cardiff residents joined forces in a massive community clean-up event, removing litter and enhancing green spaces across the city in a remarkable display of civic pride.
Action for Children distributes vital hygiene packages to young people facing hardship across Leicester, addressing hygiene poverty with community support.
Birmingham City supporters are in open revolt against manager Wayne Rooney after a disastrous run of form, with passionate protests and heated debates dividing the fanbase.
Outrage erupts as Midland Council axes dozens of mature trees in Wednesbury's Green Flag-winning park, sparking protests from local residents and conservation groups.
Birmingham faces a summer of disruption as bin workers announce strike action over pay disputes. Get the full timeline and understand how this will affect collections across the city.