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Brentwood four-year-olds star in dance show

Children as young as four at Larchwood Primary School in Brentwood performed a special dance show for parents after a day of workshops with Don Rae Academy of Movement and Arts.

New £20k-£200k equity fund opens for Cornwall

The Beacon Fund is now accepting applications, offering £20,000 to £200,000 in equity investment to fill a critical funding gap for ambitious start-ups in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

Budget Blow: The Stealth Council Tax Hike

Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of households face significant council tax hikes due to a stealth government policy change, with Birmingham residents among the hardest hit.

Tissue Regenix warns of funding challenges ahead

York-based regenerative medicine company Tissue Regenix faces significant financial headwinds as it warns of potential funding challenges ahead, despite recent strategic progress.

11 Major Changes Coming to School Curriculum

Discover how the national curriculum is transforming with significant updates to reading, maths, and relationships education that will impact every primary and secondary school.

Village fury over roundabout advertising screens plan

Outraged villagers in Claverdon are fighting controversial plans to install large digital advertising screens on their picturesque roundabout, calling it a 'blight on the countryside' and safety hazard.

£80M West Midlands Housing Revolution Begins

A massive £80 million government cash injection is set to breathe new life into derelict West Midlands sites, creating thousands of homes and jobs while protecting green spaces from development.

£7bn social housing funding boost unveiled

The UK government announces a massive £7 billion funding injection for social housing, promising thousands of new affordable homes and major regeneration projects across the country.

Darlaston's £20m boost: First £85k spending revealed

Exclusive details emerge about how the initial £85,000 of Darlaston's massive £20 million Town Deal funding is being spent on crucial planning and development work, paving the way for the Black Country town's dramatic regeneration.

East London raises £50k for student scholarships

A remarkable fundraising campaign in East London has successfully generated £50,000 to support local students through university scholarships, breaking down financial barriers to higher education.

Birmingham School Alumni Sell 280 Million Albums

Discover the extraordinary story of Birmingham's Moseley School, where former pupils have collectively sold over 280 million albums worldwide, creating one of Britain's most remarkable educational success stories.

School Lunch Ban Outrages Birmingham Parents

Thousands of Birmingham parents are protesting a controversial new 'gated lunch' policy preventing secondary school students from leaving campus during lunch breaks, sparking debates about child safety and independence.

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.

Birmingham Council Sells 1,000 Assets in Bankruptcy Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering scale of Birmingham City Council's asset disposal programme, with everything from community centres to office equipment being sold off to tackle the authority's financial crisis.

MAFS Groom's Secret Filming Scandal Exposed

Explosive allegations emerge as Reiss's former partner claims he began filming the hit Channel 4 show while they were still in a relationship, sparking drama and deception claims.

Essex Community Repair Grants: Apply Now

Community groups across Essex can now access vital funding for repair and restoration projects through Essex County Council's new grant scheme. Discover how to apply and transform your local area.

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