Health Research Programme Launches at Stockport Stadium
Stockport County Community Trust launches a pioneering health and care research programme at Edgeley Park stadium, making vital studies more accessible to the local community.
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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.
Derbyshire's £7m landslip fund ends 4-year road closure
A Derbyshire road closed since 2022 due to landslip damage will remain shut for four years before £1.1 million repairs conclude. Discover how £7 million in funding will fix five key routes.
Birmingham's Foxy Line drug dealers jailed for 40 years
Five drug dealers from Birmingham and Solihull who ran the Foxy Line county drugs operation have been sentenced to nearly 40 years combined. West Midlands Police uncovered the network after finding a WhatsApp group with 2,000 members.
HS2 move forces school to cut pupil capacity by third
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.
350 UK jobs at risk in car parts factory closures
Japanese firm NSK plans to close two UK car parts factories, putting 350 jobs at risk. Unions vow to fight the closures in County Durham. Read the full story.
Council Tax Explained: Where Your Money Goes
Discover exactly how your council tax is spent, from social care to bin collections, and understand the key reasons behind rising bills across UK local authorities.
£800-per-metre Midlands Cycle Route Plan
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.
Selling the OC Season 4: New Agents Revealed
Selling the OC is back on Netflix with three new agents. Discover the fresh faces and returning cast for the 'best season yet' of real estate drama.
Birmingham drug dealer jailed after suitcase bust
Noor Khan is behind bars for running the 'Noor Line' county drugs operation in Erdington after police found a suitcase full of heroin and cocaine bearing his name and address.
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.
Alfie Steele's killer denied appeal freedom
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.
Birmingham Council Faces Pressure for Financial Crisis Inquiry
Calls intensify for an independent investigation into Birmingham City Council's financial collapse as opposition leaders demand transparency and accountability.
Government inspector to rule on village housing development
Residents in a Worcestershire village await a crucial government ruling that could halt a major housing development threatening their local landscape and infrastructure.
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.
Urgent search for missing Redditch teenager Kieran Hipwell
West Mercia Police have launched an urgent search for 17-year-old Redditch resident Kieran Hipwell, who vanished from his home on Monday. Authorities and family express growing concern for his welfare.
Walsall's £50 Garden Waste Charge Sparks Anger
Walsall residents face new £50 annual fee for garden waste collections as council defends 'difficult decision' amid budget pressures. Service changes begin July 2024.
Government rejects Devon council reorganisation plans
Major local government reorganisation in Devon halted as ministers reject plans to create single unitary authorities for Plymouth and Torbay, maintaining current two-tier system.
Birmingham man wins payout after council tax error causes homelessness
A Birmingham resident has secured compensation after a council tax blunder led to his wrongful imprisonment and homelessness. Discover how the local authority's error turned one man's life upside down.
Birmingham Council Meeting Erupts in Chaos
A Birmingham City Council meeting descended into chaos as residents and councillors clashed over budget cuts and service reductions, with police intervention required to maintain order.
Council no-show at mould-infested Birmingham home
A Birmingham resident's desperate plea for help went unanswered as council officials failed to attend a pre-arranged inspection of their dangerously mouldy property, leaving them living in hazardous conditions.
Mousinho rips into 'really poor' refereeing after defeat
Portsmouth manager John Mousinho delivers explosive verdict on officiating after controversial 3-1 loss to rivals, questioning League One standards in blistering post-match analysis.
Birmingham Bin Strike 2025: Full Timeline
Birmingham faces a summer of disruption as bin workers announce strike action over pay disputes. Get the full timeline and understand how this will affect collections across the city.
Solihull Council sells scout hut in £1.5M property clear-out
Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council has raised over £1.5 million by selling 14 properties, including a former scout hut in Knowle, as part of a major review of publicly-owned assets.
MP: Woman left without heating for 3 months in council failure
Dudley North MP Marco Longhi demands urgent action after constituent suffers through winter without heating or hot water while council failures continue.
Gogglebox star exposes Birmingham's massive council tax hike
Former Gogglebox favourite Tom Malone Jr reveals Birmingham residents are battling the highest council tax surge in England, with bills skyrocketing by 21% over two years amid the city's financial crisis.
Council Tax Loophole Could Save Households Hundreds
Thousands of UK households are unknowingly overpaying on council tax due to a little-known exemption for empty properties undergoing major repairs. Discover how this loophole works and whether you could claim money back.
Sisters' drug empire crumbles after M6 police stop
Two sisters from Merseyside are behind bars after their flashy BMW and suspicious behaviour on the M6 motorway led police to uncover a sophisticated county lines drug operation supplying cocaine across the UK.
Lancaster History Hub gets £5k community funding boost
Lancaster's popular History & Tourism Hub receives vital funding boost from Lancashire County Council's Community Champion scheme, securing its future as a cultural destination.
Council refuses pavement for disabled resident's safety
A frustrated grandfather speaks out after Birmingham City Council rejects his plea for a pavement on a dangerous road where his disabled wife and grandchildren risk their safety daily.
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