Birmingham Council Sells Former Nursery at Auction
Cash-strapped Birmingham City Council is selling the former Birchfield Community Day Nursery in Handsworth at auction on December 10. Guide price is over £300,000 for the 17,513 sq ft site.
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Council pays £325k consultants for 'super council' plans
Worcestershire County Council paid PwC £325,000 to devise 'One Worcestershire' unitary authority plans. The controversial cost was revealed during a scrutiny panel meeting.
Cannock gang member jailed for cocaine supply
Thomas White, 30, sentenced to four-and-a-half years for his role in a cocaine supply network in Cannock. Discover how police dismantled the organised crime group.
Chase Bank increases deposit protection to £120,000
Chase Bank UK informs customers of increased FSCS protection from £85,000 to £120,000 starting December 2025. Find out what this means for your savings security.
Labour's 10% Council Tax Hike Plan Revealed
Millions of UK households face council tax hikes of up to 10% as Labour considers removing the referendum requirement. Discover how this affects you.
Solihull Council Tax Support Changes Proposed
Solihull Council proposes changes to its council tax support scheme, with 470 vulnerable claimants facing an average £6 weekly reduction. Have your say in the consultation.
MP reveals rape ordeal in emotional Commons speech
Labour MP Josh Newbury bravely shares his sexual assault experience from a decade ago during International Men's Day debate, calling for an end to victim stigma.
Police chase ends in crash outside Great Barr garage
Dramatic CCTV shows the moment a police chase ended in a double collision on Hamstead Road, Great Barr. No injuries were reported in the incident. Read the full story.
Council stops £750k right-to-buy fraud attempt
Sandwell Council prevented a £750,000 right-to-buy scam as tenants rushed to beat a discount deadline. Discover how the council protected public funds and housing stock.
Disqualified driver jailed after police chase in Wolverhampton
Mohammed Chowdhury, 27, has been sentenced to 18 weeks in prison after crashing a Volvo while fleeing police in Wolverhampton. Read the full story of the dramatic chase and its outcome.
Local artist William Newton, 85, exhibits at Brentwood Library
85-year-old artist William Newton discusses his lifetime in art, famous admirers like Madonna, and his new exhibition at Brentwood Library. Hear his inspiring interview and see his work.
Council Tax Support: Millions Could Be Overpaying
New figures reveal 3.7 million people receive Council Tax Reduction, but many more eligible households are missing out on vital savings. Age UK explains eligibility and how to claim.
Banned teen driver jailed after dangerous police chase
An 18-year-old disqualified driver led police on a dangerous chase through Cambridgeshire before crashing into a house. Read the full shocking story of the pursuit.
Police dog sniffs out suspect hiding in wheelie bin
Body-cam footage captures the moment a police dog tracked down a suspect concealed in a wheelie bin after a high-speed chase in Nottingham. Two men were arrested on suspicion of multiple offences.
Universal Credit claimants hit with £1,000 council tax rise
Thousands of disabled Universal Credit claimants in Somerset face council tax bills of up to £1,000 after a local scheme change. Discover the impact and council's response.
Police dog finds suspect hiding in wheelie bin
Body-cam footage reveals moment police dog Seth tracked down suspect hiding in wheelie bin after car chase in Nottingham. Two men arrested on multiple offences.
Council Tax Reduction 2025: Are You Eligible?
Millions in England receive Council Tax Reduction, but many eligible households are missing out. Discover if you qualify and how to claim support worth hundreds of pounds.
Cloned car crashes after police chase near Birmingham
A driver was arrested after a cloned Lexus crashed following a dramatic police pursuit in Chelmsley Wood, Solihull. The vehicle was linked to a series of vehicle thefts. Join BirminghamLive for breaking news.
Birmingham police chase ends with crash and dog bite
A stolen Volkswagen Golf R led police on a dramatic chase through Sheldon, Birmingham, ending in a crash and the driver being bitten by a police dog before his arrest. Join BirminghamLive for breaking news.
Beloved Santa leaves shopping centre over price rises
Families express dismay as popular Santa Claus Mike Ashcroft departs McArthurGlen outlet over grotto price increases. Discover why he won't return and where he'll appear instead.
Council mental health absences continue to climb
Warwickshire County Council sees staff sickness levels stabilise, but stress and mental health remain the primary driver, accounting for over 16,800 lost days annually.
Council to refurbish pensioner's 'inhumane' home
Birmingham City Council will completely refurbish a widower's mould-ridden council house after his 'inhumane' living conditions were exposed. 67-year-old John Marshall will be moved to temporary accommodation during the works.
Council Tax Explained: Where Your Money Goes
Discover exactly how your council tax is spent, from social care to bin collections, and understand the key reasons behind rising bills across UK local authorities.
Birmingham Council's 'Green' Union Rating Sparks Row
Birmingham City Council rates its industrial relations as 'green' despite ongoing bins strike. Opposition leader brands the assessment 'delusional' in heated council clash.
Zebra Crossings to Replace School Lollipop Patrols
Sandwell Council plans to install permanent zebra crossings at five schools to solve long-term lollipop patrol vacancies and improve road safety. Find out how this change will benefit the community.
Dudley Council CCTV snooping scandal investigation
Dudley Council faces union pressure over CCTV recordings capturing staff conversations. UNISON demands answers as investigation continues into data breach allegations.
Man Runs into M1 Traffic During Police Chase
A man was seen darting into oncoming traffic on the M1 near Rugby during a police pursuit. Watch the footage and get the full story on this shocking incident.
Birmingham Labour loses key vote after resignations
Birmingham Council's ruling Labour group loses a dramatic vote following defections and the bins strike crisis. Union claims leadership has 'lost grip on power'. Read the full analysis.
Birmingham bin strike reaches 8-month milestone
Birmingham's bin strike enters its eighth month as union demands council restart negotiations. Thousands of households show support while workers face redundancy.
Council Tax Shock: Thousands Face Unexpected Bills
Thousands of Birmingham residents are facing surprise council tax bills following a major change to council tax support. Discover who's affected and what you need to do.
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