West Midlands Railway New Year's Eve 2025 travel changes
Plan your New Year's Eve with our guide to West Midlands Railway's early shutdowns, engineering works, and replacement bus services from Dec 27. Check last train times now.
Plan your New Year's Eve with our guide to West Midlands Railway's early shutdowns, engineering works, and replacement bus services from Dec 27. Check last train times now.
Older and disabled drivers fear being banned from roads as DVLA moves to digital-first licences. One man with severe burns highlights accessibility flaws. Read the full story.
Keith Gordon, one of Britain's most tattooed men, ends his 17-year ink journey as he's 'run out of space' and has 'been there, done it'. Discover his story.
Nestlé hints at new confectionery products as social media buzz suggests a caramel-flavoured KitKat Chunky could hit UK shelves as early as February 2026.
Five future guide dogs experienced the sights and sounds of Bristol Airport in a special training visit. Learn how this prepares them for life-changing work and how the airport supports assistance dogs.
Slipknot co-founder Clown confirms the band's long-awaited 'lost' album, recorded in 2008, will finally be released in 2026. Discover the story behind the mysterious record with a 'Radiohead vibe'.
Birmingham Airport announces a major £3.8 million investment in new ambulifts and staff training to improve travel for passengers with reduced mobility and hidden disabilities.
Birmingham Airport announces a £3.8 million investment in new ambulifts and staff training to improve services for passengers with disabilities and reduce waiting times.
A wheelchair user's distressing journey through Birmingham city centre exposes serious accessibility failures. Discover the urgent need for change in our streets.
Discover New Look's stunning black midi dress now only £18.99 in Black Friday sale. This luxury-looking piece features sheer hem and sculpting jersey fabric perfect for festive events.
Discover the top New Look dress deals with 40% off for Black Friday. Our fashion expert picks the perfect party and winter dresses to add to your basket now.
Birmingham City's new 62,000-seater stadium The Powerhouse is projected to bring £750 million annually to the city's economy. Discover how this revolutionary venue will transform the region.
Hannah Cheetham, a TUI Accessibility Ambassador with cerebral palsy, shares vital travel tips. Plus, a landmark step for British Sign Language as it moves closer to a GCSE qualification.
Aroob Haroon, 15, from Sheffield, triumphs at Youth Awards despite personal adversity. Her powerful question about wheelchair representation inspires change. Read her incredible story.
Nando's confirms 14 new UK locations after revenue hit £1.48bn. Get the full list of new restaurants opening near you and the business story behind the expansion.
A disabled Birmingham mother demands pavement parking ban after falling from wheelchair into road during school run. Join the campaign for safer streets.
Discover New Look's black velvet midi dress for under £40. This showstopping party piece combines velvet luxury with modern details for effortless festive glamour.
A 44-year-old man has been arrested following an early morning break-in at the Starbucks on New Street, Birmingham. Police seized a glass break hammer and Class-B drugs.
Begin your New Year hair transformation now with Dr Vegan's Hair Saviour supplement. Get 25% off and tackle thinning hair with a science-backed formula for stronger, healthier hair.
Wetherspoons confirms five new pub openings in Bristol, Croydon, Stockton-on-Tees, Beaconsfield and Wetherby by 2026. Discover the full expansion plans and locations.
A parliamentary petition urges the DWP to abolish the Basic State Pension and pay the higher New State Pension rate to all pensioners, bridging a £53.80 weekly gap.
Storm Claudia brings an amber weather warning and travel chaos to the West Midlands. West Midlands Railway has announced amended services for Birmingham New Street. Check before you travel.
Storm Claudia brings heavy rain, causing major train delays and cancellations at Birmingham New Street and Moor Street. Check before you travel.
Storm Claudia causes major travel disruption in Birmingham with cancelled trains and flood risks. Check your journey before travelling and plan ahead for delays.
A murder investigation is underway after a man was discovered dead in a Hanley flat. Staffordshire Police have arrested a 56-year-old suspect and are conducting forensic examinations.
Besa, a new coffee shop serving Colombian and Brazilian blends, is opening in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter this winter. Discover their authentic South American offering.
Alma Cullen's new stage play 'The House of Ghosts' reimagines Inspector Morse for theatre. See this fresh take on the classic detective at New Victoria Theatre until November 15.
New Era Travel ceases trading and enters liquidation. All coach day trips are cancelled, but ABTA-protected holidays will proceed. Find out what customers need to know.
Your guide to this weekend's biggest album drops in the UK, including FKA Twigs' sequel album 'Eusexua Afterglow' and The Neighbourhood's return. Find out what time new music lands on streaming services.
NatWest launches shared ownership mortgages and eases criteria for new builds and interest-only loans, aiming to help more customers achieve home ownership. Discover the new options.