20,000 Youth Training Pledges in West Midlands
West Midlands Mayor launches Youth Plan to create 20,000 training opportunities, tackling youth unemployment rates double the national average in some areas.
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Arsenal's Gabriel injured, could miss Villa matches
Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes is expected to miss both Premier League fixtures against Aston Villa in December after suffering a thigh injury. The Brazilian could be sidelined for at least four weeks. Read the latest team news and analysis.
Neighbour jailed for parking space stabbing in Glasgow
Stephen McAulay, 35, stabbed James Duncan multiple times in a parking row. The victim suffered life-changing injuries including significant vision loss. Read the full court details.
Nationwide loses customer's £70,000 for 10 days
Robert Milne's £70k mortgage overpayment vanished for 10 days, causing immense stress and a dispute over Nationwide's £200 compensation offer. Discover the full story.
New £120,000 protection for UK bank accounts
UK bank deposit protection soars to £120,000 from December 1st. Discover how this 41% increase safeguards your savings and boosts financial confidence.
Thief banned from Greggs and Tesco after assaults
A Telford man has been jailed and given a Criminal Behaviour Order banning him from specific shops after a spree of thefts and assaults on staff. Read the full story.
West Midlands Tram Fare Increase Approved for 2025
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.
Government reconsiders Waspi state pension compensation
The government is reconsidering compensation for 3.6 million women affected by state pension age changes after new evidence emerged. Campaigners demand justice for retirement plans plunged into chaos.
WASPI 'certain' on update ahead of DWP court fight
WASPI campaign gives a crucial update before its High Court battle in December over DWP compensation for 1950s-born women. Discover the latest developments.
Sutton Coldfield shop thief banned and jailed
Prolific thief Anthony Jarvis jailed for nine months and banned from Sutton Coldfield shops with a Criminal Behaviour Order. West Midlands Police report 60% rise in shop theft arrests.
DWP may scrap WASPI compensation over £10.5bn cost
The DWP is reconsidering WASPI compensation after new evidence emerged, with potential payouts reaching £10.5 billion for 3.5 million women affected by state pension age changes.
WASPI women compensation row as Labour rethinks
The Labour government reconsiders its refusal of £2,950 payouts for WASPI women amid a £10.5bn cost debate. Read the latest on this pivotal pension injustice.
HMRC reclaims £300 winter payments from pensioners
HMRC begins deducting up to £300 from state pensioners' accounts from Monday. Learn if you're affected and how the new Winter Fuel Payment system works.
£100k and drugs seized from car on M6 motorway
Officers recovered £100,000 and Class A drugs after stopping an erratic car on the M6. A woman was arrested and four pedestrians were reported to immigration. Read the full details.
WASPI women issued 'hard to believe' update
WASPI women receive a crucial update as the Labour government retakes the compensation decision. A finance expert calls the DWP's communication failure 'hard to believe'.
Championship Manager Hunt: Four Clubs Seek New Boss
Middlesbrough receive a £3-4m compensation windfall from Wolves for Rob Edwards, as four Championship clubs, including Norwich and Southampton, hunt for new managers. Discover how this impacts the division.
Home insurers exposed for low claim acceptance rates
Which? reveals Lloyds, esure, and Rentokil have the worst home insurance claim acceptance rates in Britain. Discover the data and what it means for your policy.
WASPI women warned not all will get £2,950 payout
The government is reconsidering its decision to deny compensation to 3.6 million WASPI women, but warns not all will receive the £2,950 payout. Discover the latest developments.
Call for cheaper West Midlands bus fares
Councillor calls for reinstatement of 'short hop' bus fares in West Midlands to tackle cost of living crisis and boost passenger numbers. A new fares strategy is due in 2027.
1.5m UK Homes Waste Cash on Credit Schemes
The FCA warns millions are wasting up to £25 monthly on credit-building products. Discover free, effective alternatives to improve your credit score today.
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.
West Midlands Council Tax Crisis: 10,000+ Face Legal Action
Exclusive investigation reveals thousands of West Midlands households in council tax arrears, with mounting debt crisis hitting vulnerable families hardest. Discover the human impact and support available.
Birmingham man accused of £100k damage rampage
A Birmingham man faces crown court after allegedly destroying a high-performance BMW M4 and causing extensive damage during a dramatic city centre incident that left emergency services scrambling.
Sandwell housing crisis: Council blamed for development delays
Sandwell Council faces mounting criticism as new data reveals a critical shortage of housing developments in the borough, with local leaders blaming planning delays and bureaucratic hurdles for the growing crisis.
Man accused of £100k damage to Birmingham's Electric Cinema
A man stands accused of causing catastrophic damage to Birmingham's historic Electric Cinema in a destructive spree that left the city's oldest cinema facing repairs exceeding £100,000.
Man in court over £100k criminal damage across West Midlands
A Birmingham man faces multiple charges after allegedly causing extensive damage to vehicles and properties across the West Midlands, with estimated losses reaching six figures.
Council tax shock hits thousands with £500+ rises
Millions of UK households are confronting dramatic council tax increases as new rates take effect, with some areas seeing rises of over £500 annually amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.
Car Finance Compensation: Millions Could Claim
A major regulatory investigation into motor finance commission arrangements could see millions of British drivers receive compensation payouts. Here's everything you need to know about the FCA probe and how to claim.
WASPI Compensation: Major Breakthrough for Millions
A crucial development emerges in the long-running WASPI campaign as compensation talks accelerate, offering hope to 3.8 million women affected by state pension age changes.
Paralympic Stars Inspire Rehabilitation Breakthroughs
Team GB stars inspire patients at state-of-the-art rehabilitation facility, transforming lives through shared experiences of overcoming adversity
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