Reform UK councillor suspended over WhatsApp messages
Lancashire County Councillor Tom Pickup suspended from Reform UK after alleged WhatsApp messages discussing 'hardline' immigration stance and mass deportations surfaced.
Lancashire County Councillor Tom Pickup suspended from Reform UK after alleged WhatsApp messages discussing 'hardline' immigration stance and mass deportations surfaced.
Second World War veterans enjoyed a special Spitfire display at North Weald Airfield, organised by the Taxi Charity for Military Veterans and Aero Legends on Remembrance Sunday. Discover how to support their work.
St George's crosses painted on Audley zebra crossing will be removed at taxpayers' expense. Council warns of safety issues and urges alternative displays of patriotism.
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.
Rochdale's Remembrance season honoured veterans and fallen heroes, including D-Day veteran Les Brown, with new government veterans' strategy announced.
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.
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.
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.
Around 200 supporters, including Lt Col Andrew Tuggey, will sleep out at Stonehenge to raise £45,000 for ALABARÉ's vital work breaking the cycle of veterans' homelessness. Support the cause now.
Nationwide Building Society partners with Shout to provide immediate, confidential mental health support via text. Text 'NATION' to 85258 for free, 24/7 help. No one has to face a crisis alone.
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.
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.
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 is back on Netflix with three new agents. Discover the fresh faces and returning cast for the 'best season yet' of real estate drama.
A team of veterans and civilians in Barnsley are pulling a 9-tonne truck 2.2 miles to raise funds for the Royal British Legion and Help 4 Homeless Veterans. Support their incredible challenge!
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.
The historic market town of Burton Upon Trent honoured its fallen heroes as the traditional Remembrance Parade returned to the streets, bringing together veterans, cadets, and residents in a moving ceremony.
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.
An inspirational 11-year-old from Yeadon completes gruelling 28-mile walk in full army gear, raising over £2,800 for veterans and his air cadet squadron.
A groundbreaking heritage project preserving the stories of armed forces veterans in Wales receives significant National Lottery Community Fund support, ensuring their experiences are remembered for generations.
A controversial plan to convert a five-bedroom Solihull property into accommodation for military veterans has been approved, overcoming significant local opposition and parking concerns.
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.
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.
Discover the inspiring story of how Caerphilly's dedicated Floating Support Service provided warmth, comfort and life-changing assistance to a local resident facing overwhelming challenges.
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.
A groundbreaking community hub for veterans and armed forces members launches with overwhelming success, offering vital support and camaraderie in a welcoming environment.
A dedicated therapy dog named Her and her hospital chaplain owner receive national recognition for their outstanding work comforting patients and staff across NHS hospitals in the Midlands.
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.
Join Marie Curie's heartwarming Christmas campaign in Merthyr Tydfil. Volunteers needed to bring joy and companionship to those facing terminal illness during the festive season.
Discover a unique opportunity to celebrate cherished lives in a serene natural setting. This peaceful gathering provides comfort and connection for those navigating loss.