Four-Day Week Future in Doubt as Minister Intervenes
Labour Minister Steve Reed questions a council's four-day week trial, citing performance declines. Over 100 business leaders defend the shorter week, sparking a major national debate.
Labour Minister Steve Reed questions a council's four-day week trial, citing performance declines. Over 100 business leaders defend the shorter week, sparking a major national debate.
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.
A former community nursery in Handsworth, left with toys and collapsed roofs, is set for auction. Birmingham City Council hopes to raise funds from the December 10 sale.
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust celebrates over 150 years of volunteer service and 2,720 years of staff dedication in special awards ceremonies. Read more about the local heroes.
Aldi announces Christmas 2025 opening times with all 1,000 UK stores closed for 62 hours. Plan your festive shopping now to avoid disappointment.
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.
The Fun Walk Trust's 2024 event raised a record-breaking £121,000 for local causes, the highest in its 23-year history. Discover how this community triumph benefits Essex.
Morrisons is celebrating the launch of National Mince Pie Day by giving away 50,000 free mince pies this Saturday, November 22. Find out how to claim yours and discover other festive deals.
Discover 9 enchanting villages and towns near Birmingham perfect for a festive day trip this Christmas. Find cosy escapes, traditional markets, and winter walks.
Join hundreds of Santas at Queenscourt Hospice's festive Santa Sprint on December 7 2025. Choose 3K or 5K routes along Southport's coastline to support local hospice care.
BBC's EastEnders confirms a groundbreaking flashforward episode set in 2027, following Max Branning's dramatic New Year. Tune in on 1st January 2026.
Darlington Mind's Mental Elf Festive 5k is back on November 30! Walk, jog, or run a scenic 5km in South Park to support local mental health services. Sign up now!
Put your trivia skills to the test with our Tuesday quiz. Features questions on geography, pop culture, nature and more. How many can you answer correctly?
Birmingham Dogs Home announces 'Santa Paws' Christmas fundraising events in Wolverhampton and Birmingham. Meet Santa, enjoy craft fayres, and support homeless dogs.
Discover the 9 best restaurants for Christmas Day dinner in Birmingham 2025. From traditional feasts to gourmet menus, book your perfect festive celebration now!
Drivers heading to the Nürburgring beware: standard UK car insurance is invalidated. Learn why and how to protect yourself before hitting the track.
Rochdale's Remembrance season honoured veterans and fallen heroes, including D-Day veteran Les Brown, with new government veterans' strategy announced.
Beth Wheatley shares her family's story of son Ezra's premature birth and how it inspired her to build a vital support community for parents across Derbyshire through her Lots for Tots brand.
A parish council clerk hits back at online bullies after the council chairman was falsely accused of phone use at a Remembrance service. Read the full story.
Discover Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort in Crete - where five-star elegance meets family-friendly amenities including water parks, kids' clubs and authentic Cretan dining.
Good Morning Britain faces 452 Ofcom complaints over its handling of a 100-year-old war veteran's poignant Remembrance Day interview. Read the full story and viewer reactions.
Hundreds of Santas and elves will descend on Chelmsford's Central Park on December 7 for the annual 5km Santa Fun Run, raising crucial funds for Farleigh Hospice. Sign up now!
Discover the finest country pubs in the West Midlands for a luxurious, stress-free Christmas Day. Enjoy festive menus and idyllic settings for a memorable family celebration.
Discover 13 breathtaking castles for a perfect family day out in the West Midlands. Explore majestic towers, ancient walls, and centuries of history.
Discover 16 charming West Midlands villages offering breathtaking scenery and clean country air. Perfect for a tranquil retreat from city life. Plan your escape today!
MP Mike Tapp witnesses Dover's powerful Remembrance display of 4,000 handmade poppies and a deeply moving community service. Discover how the town came together in respect.
Top illustrators including Axel Scheffler and Jason Cockcroft raffled artworks for Epilepsy Action's National Doodle Day 2025, raising over £33,500 to support 630,000 people with epilepsy in the UK.
Nottingham Castle hosts community poppy exhibition for Remembrance Day 2025. Over 1,000 handmade poppies from local schools create stunning display. Visit this heartfelt tribute.
Explore Bridgnorth, a stunning Shropshire market town offering breathtaking views, charming independent shops, and rich history that makes it the perfect day trip destination.
The Northern Belle, dubbed Britain's poshest train, is bringing a new era of luxury rail travel to Birmingham with seven carriages of 1930s elegance and fine dining experiences.