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.
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.
Warwickshire residents and businesses are invited to donate new, unwrapped gifts for children and young people in need this Christmas. Drop-off points are in Warwick, Nuneaton, and Kenilworth. Help create a magical Christmas for local families.
Warwickshire Police are appealing for witnesses after a motorcyclist was found with fatal injuries on the A46 southbound near Kenilworth on Tuesday evening.
Water Orton Primary School, relocated for HS2, plans to reduce admissions as families leave the area. Public consultation begins on cutting yearly intake from 45 to 30 pupils.
West Midlands Police appeal for witnesses after 19-year-old Lily Whitehouse was found dead in Oldbury. A man has been charged with murder. Information sought on a van seen in the area.
Warwickshire councillors are urged to approve £322,710 for a 400-metre active travel upgrade on the Lias Line, costing over £800 per metre. Discover the project's benefits.
A man has died after being found with critical injuries on the A46 dual carriageway near Kenilworth. The southbound road was closed for hours as emergency services responded.
West Midlands Police are urgently searching for missing 16-year-old Alexa from Birmingham, last seen on Sunday, November 9. Public urged to call 999 with information.
West Midlands Police launch urgent appeal to find missing 13-year-old Kerry from Harborne. Last seen 10 November at 8pm. Call 999 with information.
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.
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.
Discover how William Shakespeare's literary genius unexpectedly influenced the development of cricket in his hometown, creating a unique sporting heritage that continues to thrive today.
West Midlands Police are urgently appealing for witnesses after two men were brutally attacked in separate incidents in Solihull town centre. Detectives believe the violent assaults may be linked.
West Midlands Police launch urgent appeal for witnesses after a woman in her 30s was seriously injured in an unprovoked attack near Birmingham's Bullring shopping centre.
A woman remains in hospital with serious injuries following a two-vehicle crash on Stratford Road in Shirley. West Midlands Police are urgently seeking witnesses to the collision that occurred near the Robin Hood roundabout.
West Midlands Police are hunting thieves who stole a car with a baby inside from a Birmingham street. The infant was found safe minutes later after being abandoned nearby.
West Midlands Police launch urgent manhunt following serious stabbing incident near Wednesbury market, leaving victim with life-threatening injuries as officers appeal for witnesses.
Volunteer fundraisers are urgently needed to participate in running events across Warwickshire to support Molly Olly's Wishes, a local charity helping children with life-threatening illnesses.
West Midlands Police launch murder investigation after 38-year-old Adam James dies following brutal attack in Birmingham city centre. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Atherstone prepares for a transformative £27 million leisure facility featuring state-of-the-art swimming pools, fitness suites, and community spaces, promising to boost wellbeing and social connections.
West Midlands Police are urgently seeking witnesses after a fatal collision between a motorcycle and a car in Solihull left a biker dead and closed major roads for investigation.
Carmarthenshire County Council launches its annual Christmas Toybox Appeal, calling on residents and businesses to donate gifts for children facing hardship this festive season.
A shocking hit-and-run on the M6 near Birmingham leaves passenger critically injured as driver abandons vehicle and escapes on foot. Police launch urgent manhunt.
West Midlands Police release CCTV images and appeal for witnesses after a woman was brutally attacked by a group in Birmingham city centre. The shocking incident occurred near the Bullring shopping area.
Carmarthenshire Council launches its 2025 Christmas Toybox Appeal, calling on residents and businesses to donate new toys and gifts for disadvantaged children across the county.
West Midlands Police are urgently seeking witnesses after a devastating crash claimed three lives on the M6 near Birmingham. The multi-vehicle collision involved a Mercedes and occurred between junctions 9 and 10.
A violent assault in Wolverhampton city centre has left a man fighting for his life with serious head injuries as police launch urgent witness appeal following the late-night incident.
West Midlands Police release CCTV images and appeal for public help to identify suspects following daring daylight robbery at Birmingham jewellery store.
Police are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of 36-year-old Michael O'Connor, who vanished from his Birmingham home over a week ago. Authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information.
West Midlands Police have released CCTV images and are appealing for information after a woman was seriously assaulted in Birmingham city centre on Saturday night. The incident occurred near the Bullring shopping area.