Dudley child left alone as carers hid in attic
Shocking report reveals staffing crises in Dudley children's services as councillor describes child forced to fend for themselves. Urgent reforms needed.
Shocking report reveals staffing crises in Dudley children's services as councillor describes child forced to fend for themselves. Urgent reforms needed.
BBC Radio 2's Sara Cox shares her rural upbringing and recent farm attacks affecting her father. Discover her countryside journey and current challenges.
The DWP's one-size-fits-all state pension age of 66 is creating a £165,000 payment gap between UK regions. Experts call for a revamp. Discover the impact on your area.
The Met Office has issued a 12-hour amber weather warning for Storm Claudia, forecasting heavy rain and flooding across the West Midlands. Learn how to stay safe.
The Met Office has issued a rare amber weather warning as Storm Claudia approaches, bringing a month's rain in 24 hours and a danger to life from flooding.
The Met Office has issued a severe amber warning for rain as Storm Claudia hits Birmingham, posing a 'danger to life' from flooding. Discover the expected impacts and how to stay safe.
The Persimmon Foundation has donated £50,000 to Bristol City Robins Foundation to provide mentoring and wellbeing support for 150 young people not in education or employment.
A revolutionary bedside heart attack test delivers results in just 10 minutes, safely accelerating patient care and easing pressure on UK emergency departments.
Healthcare Assistant Kathryn Edwards explains why working at Moya Cole Hospice on Christmas Day is a privilege. Support their Give the Gift of Care appeal.
Join East Cheshire Hospice's poignant Light Up a Life service on Dec 7. Remember a loved one, enjoy festive music from choir Claritas, and support patient care.
Two Stagecoach Solihull students, Arushi and Sophie, performed alongside West End legend Kerry Ellis in a dream come true. Discover how their training led to this incredible opportunity.
Former care worker Tsitsi Mtasa's AI platform Wisterias joins a life sciences trade mission to Ireland. Discover how her innovation is set to transform care for SMEs.
The Orders of St John Care Trust celebrated its inspirational Lincolnshire employees and volunteers at the 2025 Trust Recognition Awards. Discover the winners and their stories.
Brenda Miles, 98, was given two days' notice to leave her care home after her £240,000 life savings were spent on fees. Her family condemns the council's handling of the case.
Discover the five legendary Birmingham pubs named among the UK's roughest in a viral X thread. These closed boozers, from the West End Bar to the Monkey House, have stories to tell.
Khaja Syed, a Birmingham delivery driver struggling with debt, wins a £1.3 million dream house in BOTB competition but opts for the £1 million cash alternative to transform his family's life.
Academy Award nominee Pauline Collins makes triumphant stage comeback in Birmingham production, marking her first theatrical role in over ten years since battling health issues.
A nostalgic journey through 1960s Britain captured in stunning photographs showing fashion revolutions, family life and cultural transformation.
Experience theatrical magic with '2:22 A Ghost Story' and 'Bedroom Farce' - two captivating productions delivering spine-tingling suspense and classic British comedy in perfect harmony.
A dedicated Surrey-based care leader has received national acclaim after winning a prestigious award at the Great British Care Awards, celebrating outstanding contributions to the social care sector.
Dedicated support worker Amy Melia from Cubbington Mill Care Home has been honoured with a national care award, celebrating her exceptional dedication to residents and innovative approach to dementia care.
A Stockport day care centre for dementia patients is set for significant renovations after technology reseller MusicMagpie donated £10,000 to the Forget Me Not charity, enhancing facilities for vulnerable residents.
Residents at Greenacres Care Home in Birmingham enjoyed a hauntingly good time with Halloween celebrations featuring pumpkin carving, spooky decorations, and festive activities that brought the community together.
Shocking new data reveals a 12-year life expectancy gap between Birmingham's wealthiest and poorest neighbourhoods, with deprivation creating a health crisis in the UK's second city.
Dramatic body-worn video reveals terrifying moment police officers were targeted with fireworks and bricks during violent disorder in Shard End, Birmingham
Dirk Howell, convicted of murdering nine-year-old Alfie Steele in a brutal bath punishment, has been refused permission to appeal his life sentence in a landmark court decision.
Exclusive insights into serial killer Lucy Letby's prison life show her fixation on children's television programmes and canteen privileges while serving a whole-life order.
Garmin revolutionises its rugged Instinct series with a brilliant AMOLED display while maintaining military-grade toughness and exceptional battery life for adventure seekers.
A heartwarming celebration unfolded at a West Bridgford care home as residents and staff honoured a couple's remarkable 50-year marriage milestone with golden anniversary festivities.
Discover how Kelly Jones, a dedicated carer from Bargoed, won the prestigious Wales Care Award for her extraordinary compassion and commitment to care home residents.