BAE Systems strike continues after legal ruling
GMB union members at BAE Systems' Samlesbury and Warton sites have secured legal clearance to continue strike action in an ongoing pay dispute affecting over 1,300 workers.
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Birmingham's Best Christmas Gifts for Kids 2024
Discover the ultimate guide to Christmas gifts for children in Birmingham. From educational toys to creative crafts, find perfect presents that will light up little faces this festive season.
Council's £11.5m children's services overspend crisis
Walsall Council reveals staggering £11.5m overspend on children's services, forcing cuts to other vital services as financial pressures mount.
Birmingham pub bans unsupervised children in viral policy
The Old Crown in Digbeth takes firm stance against unsupervised children after incidents of disruption, receiving overwhelming support from patrons.
Top Christmas Toys 2025: Must-Have Gift Guide
Discover the hottest Christmas toys for 2025, from nostalgic comebacks to cutting-edge tech gifts that will make this holiday season unforgettable for children of all ages.
Birmingham campaigners fight to save historic Handsworth building
Community campaigners in Birmingham are fighting to save a historic Handsworth building from demolition, arguing it represents a vital piece of local heritage worth preserving for future generations.
Lucy Letby's disturbing prison behaviour revealed
Exclusive insights into serial killer Lucy Letby's prison life show her fixation on children's television programmes and canteen privileges while serving a whole-life order.
Schoolgirl's daily mile raises thousands for sick children
A determined Yorkshire schoolgirl is running one mile every single day throughout 2024 to raise vital funds for poorly children, already generating over £2,500 for her inspiring charity mission.
Boy, 9, completes marathon walk for children's hospice
An inspirational nine-year-old boy from Surrey has completed an incredible marathon challenge, walking 26.2 miles to support a local children's hospice and smashing his fundraising target.
Father's dying gift: Memory book for his children
A courageous father battling terminal brain cancer creates a timeless treasure of memories and life lessons for his young children in an emotional final act of love.
Walsall rejects three children's home plans
Walsall Council has thrown out three separate applications for new children's homes following strong community protests over safety and anti-social behaviour concerns in Bloxwich and Blakenall neighbourhoods.
Hundreds join forces for Cardiff's big tidy success
Discover how Cardiff residents joined forces in a massive community clean-up event, removing litter and enhancing green spaces across the city in a remarkable display of civic pride.
Charity provides 400+ toiletry packs for Nottinghamshire youth
A remarkable community initiative in Nottinghamshire has provided over 400 vital toiletry packs to children and young people facing hardship, ensuring access to basic hygiene essentials.
Sheffield Children's Hospital welcomes 8 new ambassadors
Sheffield Children's Hospital Charity expands its ambassador programme with eight remarkable new supporters, including Olympic athletes, business leaders and community champions.
Warwick Charity Seeks Runners for Children's Cause
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.
Caerphilly's Operation Santa Christmas Appeal Launches
Caerphilly Council launches its annual Christmas gift appeal to ensure no child wakes up empty-handed on Christmas morning. Discover how you can become a Secret Santa for local children in need.
Leicester Charity Provides 400+ Toiletry Packs for Youth
Action for Children distributes vital hygiene packages to young people facing hardship across Leicester, addressing hygiene poverty with community support.
Girl, 11, fights for life after Birmingham bus collision
An 11-year-old girl from Tipton remains in critical condition after being struck by a bus directly outside Birmingham Children's Hospital, as family and community rally in support.
Solihull Sisters Offer Free Kids' Clothing To Families
Two compassionate sisters from Solihull are making a difference by offering free children's clothing to struggling families through their community-focused project.
Vaillant Live Christmas Charity Appeal for Derby Children
Derby-based company Vaillant Live launches annual Christmas charity campaign, calling on community to help bring joy to vulnerable children across the city through gift donations and support.
Carmarthenshire Launches 2025 Christmas Toybox Appeal
Carmarthenshire County Council launches its annual Christmas Toybox Appeal, calling on residents and businesses to donate gifts for children facing hardship this festive season.
Claudia Winkleman's Son Reveals Career Ambitions
The Strictly Come Dancing host's teenage son Arthur shares his unexpected university plans and why he's steering clear of showbiz in a rare family revelation.
Young writer's marathon raises thousands for hospice
Eleanor Riddington, an inspirational 11-year-old from Surrey, has written an incredible 50,000 words in just one month, raising over £2,000 for Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice through her extraordinary literary efforts.
Kids Caught Setting Off Fireworks in Shocking CCTV
West Midlands Police release disturbing CCTV showing young children handling and igniting fireworks in residential areas, sparking urgent safety warnings from fire services.
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.
Mum slams children's centre for giving toddlers iPads
A concerned mother speaks out after discovering her local children's centre is replacing traditional play activities with screen time, raising questions about early childhood development.
Carmarthenshire's 2025 Christmas Toybox Appeal Launched
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.
Arsonists destroy children's Halloween charity display
Vandals have destroyed a fundraising Halloween display created to raise money for poorly children, devastating a Stourbridge community and leaving organisers heartbroken.
Families challenge 'discriminatory' school transport cuts
Walsall Council faces mounting pressure as parents and campaigners challenge controversial cuts to home-to-school transport, arguing they disproportionately affect vulnerable children with special needs.
Bakery couple crowned National Care Champions for fostering
A remarkable couple who sold their successful bakery business to dedicate their lives to fostering have been honoured as National Care Champions after providing loving homes to 25 vulnerable children.
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