A group of 40 GCSE Spanish students from Mayflower High School in Billericay have returned from a four-day immersive trip to Murcia, Spain. The 'no English' rule saw their confidence and language skills soar ahead of April exams.
Dudley Council faces a £56m SEND funding black hole despite a national budget change. Discover the local crisis and what the future holds for special needs provision.
Dudley Council awaits answers on a £56m SEND funding deficit despite a new national policy. The financial 'bomb' could still push the authority towards effective bankruptcy. Read the latest.
The Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids tablet is now just £64.99 for Black Friday, saving 57%. Includes a one-year Amazon Kids+ subscription and durable case. Perfect Christmas gift.
A new Diamond bus service, the number 98, will launch on January 4, connecting Solihull to Heartlands Hospital via Lyndon and Sheldon. Great news for local transport links!
Royal Mail warns UK households to post early for Christmas 2025. Key deadlines for 1st Class, 2nd Class, and Special Delivery revealed. Don't miss the last posting dates!
West Midlands Police spent an estimated £2 million on policing the Aston Villa vs Maccabi Tel Aviv match. The PCC is now demanding a government refund. Discover the full story.
All Saints star Melanie Blatt is the second celebrity confirmed for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special. She will be partnered with pro dancer Kai Widdrington.
Strictly Come Dancing viewers are demanding an All Stars series after former finalists Layton Williams, Ashley Roberts, Jay McGuiness and Danny Mac made a spectacular return. No one was eliminated this week.
Scarlett Moffatt is the first celebrity confirmed for the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Christmas special. Get the full cast list and festive details here.
Strictly Come Dancing faces a new injury crisis as Alex Kingston performs with a dislocated rib, following La Voix's exit. Will she continue?
Four former Strictly Come Dancing finalists are making a special comeback for the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom results show. Find out who's returning and what they had to say.
Strictly Come Dancing's Blackpool special sees only six couples compete after La Voix's injury. Bookies tip Balvinder Sopal as the favourite to be eliminated. Read the latest odds and news.
A planned 20% VAT on private hire vehicles faces a major backlash, with warnings it will disproportionately impact elderly, disabled, and rural passengers. Read the united call to scrap the tax.
Strictly Come Dancing reveals Scarlett Moffatt as the first celebrity for its 2025 Christmas special. She'll be dancing with pro Vito Coppola. Find out more!
First Bus announces complete withdrawal from Cornwall in February 2026, putting 275 jobs at risk due to financial challenges and falling passenger numbers. Read the full story.
Councillor urges investigation into why people avoid buses despite regular services. Research aims to ensure new housing development funds boost public transport effectively.
The beloved cast of Channel 4's Peep Show are reuniting for the first time since 2015 for a festive Great British Bake Off special. Don't miss this Christmas treat!
A man was arrested after hurling hot liquid at staff and breaking a window on an East Midlands Railway service. Read the full report on this disturbing incident.
A projected £119.8 million deficit in the West Midlands transport budget has been drastically reduced to £38.3 million. Discover the measures taken to secure the region's transport future.
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 will increase in the new year. The hike, approved by transport bosses, aims to ensure the network's financial future. Find out the new prices.
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 £25 million plan to transform Witton and Aston railway stations for Aston Villa fans and Euro 28 has been officially endorsed. Discover the upgrade details and timeline.
The Telegraph's 2025 GCSE league table identifies 34 Birmingham secondary schools rated 'well below average'. Discover the list and what it means for local education.
Strictly Come Dancing viewers were stunned as Vicky Pattison was eliminated in a brutal dance-off on her 38th birthday. Read the full emotional exit story.
As Dudley Council plans to cut costs by bringing SEND pupils back from independent schools, a headteacher cautions that educational quality must come before budgets. Discover the full story.
A major shake-up for the West Midlands Ring and Ride service is underway, with new fares, a smaller fleet, and a shorter booking window to improve efficiency and fairness for vulnerable residents.
Wings School Notts wins top NASS award for inclusive PE, months after Youth Sport Trust honour. Discover how their innovative approach transforms education.
Market Field School in Essex has been crowned The Most Outstanding School for Students with Moderate Learning Difficulties at the Enablement Awards 2025. Discover how their innovative approach transforms education.