West Midlands Winter Beauty Spots to Explore
Discover stunning West Midlands beauty spots perfect for a winter visit. From panoramic hills to historic castles, find your next scenic adventure.
Discover stunning West Midlands beauty spots perfect for a winter visit. From panoramic hills to historic castles, find your next scenic adventure.
Kent communities welcome a new council funding model based on current need, ending the outdated system that left areas like Dover and Deal struggling. Discover how this change will impact local services.
New data reveals a 13% surge in West Midlands children living in temporary accommodation. Mayor's social housing plan aims to tackle the growing crisis.
A man has died in Sutton Park, Sutton Coldfield. West Midlands Ambulance Service and police responded. His death is not being treated as suspicious. Read the full statement.
Struggling East Riding households could get a £250 Cost of Living payment. Check if you meet the three key conditions for this vital DWP-funded support.
A West Midlands programme has helped 2,000 SMEs secure £4.2m. Businesses urge its continuation as funding ends in March 2026. Read more and see how to attend the final summit.
Four Rotary clubs in Shepway have donated £12,000 to local schools over three years, supporting underprivileged children with essentials like uniforms and school trips. Discover how this community partnership works.
Warwickshire Council plans to spend £500,000 of HS2 road safety funding to permanently keep temporary street lighting on Fosse Way. The move aims to enhance long-term road safety.
Warwickshire County Council requests HS2 deadline extension to allocate £2.5 million for A446 Coleshill Junction safety improvements. Read the latest transport news.
Struggling Surrey households can apply for free vouchers worth up to £300 for groceries at Aldi, Asda, Tesco and six other supermarkets. Learn how to apply now.
South Staffordshire community projects including a memorial garden and outdoor gym receive £125k government funding boost from UK Shared Prosperity and Rural England Prosperity Funds.
Latest figures reveal a surprising 9% unemployment spike in the affluent area of Sutton Coldfield, bucking the regional and national trend of falling joblessness.
A woman was hospitalised after a two-vehicle collision on Aldridge Road in Walsall during Friday morning rush hour. Bus services were diverted. Get the latest traffic updates.
Millions of UK households face council tax hikes of up to 10% as Labour considers removing the referendum requirement. Discover how this affects you.
Mandy Calaz from Devizes lost her husband Mark to a brain tumour and is now urging public support for Brain Tumour Research's Christmas appeal to fund vital research.
Bristol startup Emm's high-tech menstrual cup raises £6.8m. The wearable device tracks flow and cycle data, launching in the UK in 2026. Discover the future of women's health tech.
A new £2.5m equity scheme is set to transform film and high-end TV production in Cornwall, creating jobs and showcasing the region's unique identity. Discover the impact.
Solihull councillor demands investigation into why people avoid buses despite regular services. West Midlands Mayor agrees to research boosting public transport patronage.
Two men were injured, one seriously, after a car left the road and collided with a tree on Bromford Lane in Erdington. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Contact police with information.
West Midlands Mayor launches Youth Plan to create 20,000 training opportunities, tackling youth unemployment rates double the national average in some areas.
The inaugural St Giles Hospice Winter Gala at Moxhull Hall raised £40,000, funding over 1,330 hours of specialist end-of-life care. Discover how to support their 2026 event.
Home Office minister Jess Phillips urges teachers to demand more recognition for their work, citing the example of Birmingham bin workers. Discover the government's plan for schools.
The Development Bank of Wales has invested over £1bn, supporting 51,000+ jobs and generating £5.8bn in economic value. Discover how this impacts Welsh businesses and communities.
A £50 million subsidy protecting West Midlands bus routes from cuts has been extended for 15 months. Discover how this decision secures vital transport links for communities.
West Midlands Metro tram fares are set to increase in the new year. The hike, approved by transport bosses, aims to ensure the network's long-term financial sustainability.
A new partnership has secured the future of Frankley Library in Birmingham, transforming it into a community hub with expanded support services. Discover how this collaboration saved a vital local resource.
An Arctic blast is set to bring freezing temperatures, frost, and potential snow to the West Midlands. Discover the full forecast and how to stay safe in the cold snap.
A man in his 20s has died after a stabbing on Hutton Road in Handsworth Wood. Police urge witnesses to come forward as a murder investigation is launched.
New research reveals the average UK SME starts with under £6,000, with 80% walking a financial tightrope. Discover the personal sacrifices and the call for more entrepreneurial support.
Community groups in North Kesteven can now apply for up to £1,500 from a new £18,000 Flourishing Communities Grant. Funding supports projects like defibrillators and play equipment. Apply by November 30, 2025.