Mayor brands HS2 scrap calls 'dangerous' for region
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker condemns Reform UK's 'reckless' call to scrap HS2, warning it threatens billions in investment and future jobs. Read the full clash.
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker condemns Reform UK's 'reckless' call to scrap HS2, warning it threatens billions in investment and future jobs. Read the full clash.
Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens is growing heritage Golden Grape tomatoes as part of a national seed relay celebrating 50 years of seed conservation. Discover how this helps UK food security.
West Midlands Police's expanded Project Guardian Taskforce has made over 70 arrests and seized nearly 70 weapons in a major crackdown on knife crime and serious youth violence.
A 17-year-old boy and a 27-year-old man have been charged with knife offences in Birmingham after a machete and lock knife were recovered in separate police stops. Contact Crimestoppers anonymously.
Endeavour School in Brentwood faces disruption as a DfE construction project fails. MP Alex Burghart vows to intervene. Support local festive businesses.
Diagrama Community Services plants 105 native broadleaf saplings at Duckyls Farm, creating a wildlife-friendly habitat and empowering people with disabilities. Discover how this project boosts biodiversity.
Ross Lee transformed his life from homelessness to a thriving garden design business by creating his own peaceful haven. Discover how gardening became his therapy and career.
Discover how Birmingham City's new 62,000-seat stadium and Sports Quarter project will boost the economy, create jobs, and put the city on the global map. A new era begins.
Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh opens up about the sudden death of his father and the profound impact of losing both parents. Discover his emotional story.
Expert guide to preparing your greenhouse for winter. Protect plants from frost, reduce heating costs, and extend your growing season with these essential tips.
Garden centres urge covering five specific plants before winter frost arrives. Expert tips on using fleece, bubble wrap, and mulch to save your garden from cold damage.
Stop moss from taking over your lawn this November. Experts reveal how using iron sulphate can kill moss and lead to a healthier, greener garden by spring.
Monty Don has reinstated his iconic 'hello and welcome' greeting on BBC's Gardeners' World after viewers noticed its absence. Discover why this small change matters so much to loyal fans.
Birmingham City FC reveals plans for a new 62,000-seat stadium, 'The Powerhouse', set to transform the city into a global sports and culture destination. Discover the project's huge economic impact.
Gardeners' World host Monty Don reveals his new British gardens book after a two-year project and a spring 2025 UK tour. Discover the stories behind the nation's finest gardens.
Pen-y-Cwm School in Ebbw Vale has transformed unused grounds into a thriving wildlife haven, winning the Community Transformation Award. Discover how pupils and community created this sustainable space.
Birmingham City chairman Tom Wagner reveals ambitious 62,000-capacity stadium design as part of city-transforming Sports Quarter project. Discover the vision.
Young conservationists in Erewash receive awards for creating wildlife-friendly gardens. Discover how local children are transforming urban spaces into biodiversity havens.
Manchester's planning committee is set to approve over 1,700 new homes, a new shopping centre, and a key phase of a £1.7bn project. Discover the details of the city's transformation.
A major new £120m flood defence scheme in the West Country is predicted to boost the regional economy by £1.4bn and create thousands of new jobs. Discover how this infrastructure protects communities.
The Royal Horticultural Society reveals a simple November job to protect your plants from waterlogging and destruction this winter. Act now for a thriving garden next spring.
Horticulture expert reveals why pruning azaleas, rhododendrons, and other popular garden plants now could cost you next year's beautiful spring flower display.
Help robins survive winter by creating a natural bug hotel in your garden. This simple 10-minute task provides crucial food when natural sources dwindle.
A gardener reveals her simple chicken wire method to protect garden bulbs from squirrels. This legal, humane deterrent is easy to implement in your own garden.
UK gardeners are adding Tabasco sauce to bird food this November. This simple trick deters squirrels and foxes, helping struggling bird populations get the nutrition they need.
A once-neglected alleyway in North Ormesby has been transformed into a vibrant community space through resident collaboration. Discover how local families and artists created beautiful murals.
Residents at Bishops Manor care home teamed up with Little Ripley Day Nursery for a DIY bird box project. This intergenerational initiative aims to preserve traditional skills and promote sustainability.
The Theatre of Small Convenience in Malvern, the world's smallest theatre, has triumphantly reopened after a devastating fire. Discover how this 12-seat venue was saved.
Residents and organisations planted 5,000 spring bulbs on the Stanney estate. The project will create colourful displays and improve local wildlife habitats. Get involved with future community events.
A pre-loved clothes sale in Chelmsford this Saturday raises money to buy new underwear for patients in acute mental health wards. Support the Community Clothes Cycle project!