Union Chief: Gov Must Focus on Cost-of-Living in 2026
TUC leader Paul Nowak urges the Government to prioritise living standards in 2026, warning of political consequences. Survey reveals one in five skip meals daily.
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Chatten Free School Creates Work Experience for Autistic Youth
Chatten Free School in Witham is transforming lives by providing vital work experience for autistic students with complex needs. Local businesses are urged to help create meaningful community roles.
Planned Solihull Special School Scrapped After Funding Shift
A planned 150-place special school in Shirley, Solihull, has been cancelled after the government redirected £3bn to create specialist places in mainstream schools. Council leader expresses disappointment.
Find the cheapest parcel delivery deals this Christmas
Sending parcels is getting expensive. Discover a clever comparison tool that hunts down the lowest delivery rates from top couriers in seconds, with prices from £1.99. Save 20% on international festive deliveries.
Parcel2Go: The Mum's Secret to a Stress-Free Christmas
Discover how Parcel2Go is helping UK mothers organise Christmas with less stress. Get tips on sending gifts overseas and a special 10% discount code for international shipping.
Post Office Christmas Parcel Deadline: Send Before Dec 8
The Post Office warns UK households to post gifts before the predicted busiest day, December 8, to ensure Christmas delivery. Key dates and advice for a stress-free festive post.
Dudley's £56m SEND funding crisis explained
Dudley Council faces a £56m SEND funding black hole despite a national budget change. Discover the local crisis and what the future holds for special needs provision.
Post Office: Send Christmas Mail Early to Avoid Delays
The Post Office warns UK households to post Christmas gifts by next Monday, December 8, to avoid Royal Mail delays. Act now to ensure festive deliveries.
Dudley's £56m SEND deficit 'bomb' unresolved
Dudley Council awaits answers on a £56m SEND funding deficit despite a new national policy. The financial 'bomb' could still push the authority towards effective bankruptcy. Read the latest.
£2.6m Wolverhampton School Expansion Plan
City of Wolverhampton Council approves £2.6m to expand Colton Hills Community School, creating 79 new Year 7 places by 2027 to cope with significant local demand.
MP Demands Legal Ban on Smartphones in Schools
MP Marie Goldman advocates for a legal ban on smartphones in schools after hearing from teachers and parents about the damaging impact on children's mental health and learning.
Chelmsford Christmas Lights & MP's Busy Week
Chelmsford's Christmas lights switch-on brought festive cheer as local MP Marie Goldman reflects on a busy week covering healthcare, SEND support, and community safety.
Petition to save Walsall Leather Museum gains 1,000 signatures
A petition to save Walsall Leather Museum from relocation has surpassed 1,800 signatures. Locals demand transparency from the council over plans to move the museum for a SEND college.
Wales children's care costs soar despite profit ban
Welsh councils reveal children's care costs have doubled after profit elimination policy drove providers away. Authorities face £400m budget shortfall and service cuts.
Wales' start-up crisis: Business creation falls 25%
New data reveals Wales faces an entrepreneurial crisis with start-ups declining 25% - nearly double the UK average. Discover the economic impact and urgent solutions needed.
Ex-homeless man's journey from streets to stability
Wayne lost his business, family and home before ending up on Birmingham's streets. Discover how a mentor helped him rebuild his life and his mission to help others facing homelessness.
Stockport Family Hubs App Reaches 1,000 Downloads
The One Stockport Family Hubs app has surpassed 1,000 downloads, offering parents and carers expert advice and local support. Discover how this tool is building stronger communities.
James Martin's 'Brutal' Dairy Admission on ITV
ITV chef James Martin made a candid confession about the UK milk market's brutal reality on his Saturday Morning show, sparking a crucial conversation about British farming.
Young buyers forced into 'nature deserts'
A new study reveals the high cost of homes near green spaces is forcing first-time buyers into 'nature deserts', deepening health inequalities across the UK.
Jamaican Brigham's Hurricane Relief Effort
How Birmingham's Jamaican diaspora is leading fundraising for Hurricane Melissa disaster relief in Jamaica. Discover the community's powerful response and solidarity.
Dudley child left alone as carers hid in attic
Shocking report reveals staffing crises in Dudley children's services as councillor describes child forced to fend for themselves. Urgent reforms needed.
West Midlands Ambulance Delays Worst in UK
West Midlands Ambulance Service faces the UK's worst hospital handover delays, losing 41,000 hours in October alone. Discover the impact on patients and the call for an independent review.
Midlands faces drought threat without wet winter
The Environment Agency warns the Midlands could face widespread drought in 2026 without sustained winter rainfall. Learn how to conserve water and protect supplies.
Birmingham City's James Beadle injured on England duty
Birmingham City's injury woes deepen as goalkeeper James Beadle returns early from England U21s duty. The blow comes as Blues face multiple absences. Share your thoughts on the situation.
Ofcom plans free stamps for millions on benefits
Ofcom proposes free or discounted postage stamps for vulnerable households. Learn how this new social tariff could help with rising postal costs and what it means for other customers.
Grandad, 83, sleeps on camp bed in 14-hour A&E ordeal
George Morris, 83, endured a 14-hour A&E wait where his family brought a camp bed for him to lie on. His daughter describes 'shameless' NHS conditions as pressure on emergency departments continues.
Headteacher warns against 'putting a price on SEND'
As Dudley Council plans to cut costs by bringing SEND pupils back from independent schools, a headteacher cautions that educational quality must come before budgets. Discover the full story.
Shoe Zone closes fan-favourite Rhyl store
Shoe Zone begins clearance sale as it shuts its Rhyl branch, part of a wider retail crisis hitting UK high streets. Discover the full impact and store closure list.
West Midlands Council Tax Crisis: 10,000+ Face Legal Action
Exclusive investigation reveals thousands of West Midlands households in council tax arrears, with mounting debt crisis hitting vulnerable families hardest. Discover the human impact and support available.
Halifax customers hit with duplicate withdrawal shock
Thousands of Halifax banking customers are reporting duplicate cash withdrawals draining their accounts overnight. The major banking glitch has left families struggling to pay bills as the bank scrambles to fix the error.
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