Aston Villa are targeting a new striker in January. We analyse why a £50m move for Brentford's Igor Thiago is a risk and why Eintracht Frankfurt's Jonathan Burkardt could be a masterstroke for Unai Emery's Champions League chase.
Wolverhampton Wanderers are planning a crucial January transfer window to escape relegation. We analyse four likely signings and four unlikely deals for Rob Edwards's side.
Major new bin collection rules are set for 2026, requiring households to separate waste into four containers. Learn how the changes will affect you and boost recycling.
Unai Emery's Aston Villa are linked with several stars for the January window. We assess four possible signings, including a £50m striker, and five deals that look unlikely.
Wolves' long-term goalkeeping target Christos Mandas addresses transfer speculation. The Greek international could be available for just £6m in January as Wolves seek defensive stability.
UK households warned over festive garden waste disposal. Dumping natural decorations risks £1,000 fines and harms wildlife. Check your local council's Christmas collection schedule now.
Aston Villa's pursuit of striker Ivan Toney hits a major hurdle. Get the latest update on why a January move now seems unlikely and who Villa could target instead.
UK councils are issuing £80 fixed penalties for wheelie bin misuse. Learn the rules to avoid fines for blocking pavements or causing a nuisance.
Aston Villa are reportedly preparing a January move for Crystal Palace's £40m-rated striker Jean-Philippe Mateta. With Palace willing to listen to offers, Villa see a dream chance to add firepower.
Struggling Wolves could propose a swap deal with West Ham, sending goalkeeper Jose Sa to London in exchange for striker Niklas Fullkrug. Could this ignite the January window?
Aston Villa are reportedly tracking Sporting CP's Ousmane Diomande, who has an €80m release clause. Could Villa make a January move for the 'valuable asset'?
Solihull Council plans a new crackdown on fly-tipping after reporting over 3,000 incidents last year. Discover the new strategy and how residents can help.
Birmingham City Council confirms major waste service overhaul, including fortnightly rubbish collections and new food waste bins, will start in June 2026 regardless of ongoing strike action.
Birmingham City Council plans a new weekly food waste collection and second recycling bin from June 2026, aiming to boost recycling rates above 30% despite ongoing strikes.
Aston Villa are on red alert as Rangers' highly-rated teenager Bailey Rice is set to leave on a free transfer next summer. Villa could capitalise with a pre-contract offer from January.
Birmingham City Council unveils a multi-million pound overhaul of bin collections, introducing four bins and weekly food waste from June 2025 to boost recycling.
Birmingham City Council unveils a massive bins shake-up. From June 2026, households will get four bins for fortnightly collections and weekly food waste pickups. Get the full list of changes and dates.
Labour government mandates separate food waste bins for millions in England from 2026. New recycling and packaging rules aim to boost circular economy and cut landfill.
Birmingham City Council unveils a delayed masterplan to revolutionise waste collection with new weekly food waste pickups and fortnightly recycling from June 2025. Discover the changes.
Aston Villa could offer Evann Guessand in a swap deal to sign Brentford's prolific striker Igor Thiago for £50m in January, as Unai Emery seeks competition for misfiring Ollie Watkins.
Solihull railway station was unexpectedly locked on December 1, forcing trains to skip the stop. Passengers faced disruption during the morning commute. Read for details and alternative travel advice.
A Speke community project secures a £7,842 grant to help residents reduce food waste, learn vital cooking skills, and promote sustainability through workshops and a new community fridge.
Aston Villa are reportedly preparing a £50 million bid for Brentford striker Igor Thiago to solve their goalscoring issues. Could this be the move that secures Champions League football?
Aston Villa could beat Manchester United to sign Real Madrid's Brazilian wonderkid Endrick on loan in January to boost their Champions League push and solve striker concerns.
Wolves consider Royale Union Saint-Gilloise striker Promise David as January transfer target under new boss Rob Edwards. Read the latest transfer news.
Manchester United are targeting Wolves midfielder Andre alongside Joao Gomes for January transfer. Wolves face relegation battle as United seek midfield reinforcements.
Aston Villa join Tottenham and Real Madrid in the race for River Plate's £18m defender Lautaro Rivero. Discover how Emi Martinez could be the key to this transfer coup.
A decision on extending Walsall Wood landfill site for four years is due today. Residents report 'egg-like stench' causing health issues. Read the latest.
Aston Villa risk Champions League ambitions without striker cover for Ollie Watkins. The club must act in January to avoid repeating Chelsea's costly mistake.
Wolves could make a bold January move for Liverpool's Harvey Elliott as the midfielder struggles for game time at Aston Villa. Read the latest transfer news and analysis.