Midlands councils among 27 seeking election delays
At least 27 local authorities, including Redditch and Rugby, have requested to postpone May's elections due to a major local government restructuring. Read the latest.
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Love Island All Stars Airs Tonight After Wildfire Delay
Love Island All Stars finally launches on ITV2 at 9pm tonight after wildfires in South Africa forced a production delay. Host Maya Jama confirms the show is back on track.
Love Island All Stars 2026 Start Date Confirmed
ITV has finally announced the new start date for Love Island All Stars 2026 after a major delay. The show returns with a brand new weekend episode format. Find out when to tune in.
Undertaker kept body for weeks, court hears
A Cornwall funeral director has been sentenced after keeping an 86-year-old woman's body for weeks. Jack Weekes admitted preventing a lawful burial. Read the full story.
Three Walsall Conservative Councillors Resign
Three Conservative councillors in Walsall have resigned, citing the 'disgraceful' deselection of colleagues and divisive national rhetoric. The party's council majority is now on a knife-edge.
Tories shame party over 'disgraceful' deselection of veteran
Walsall Conservative councillors publicly condemn their own party's decision to deselect a colleague with 50 years of service. Read the full story of the local election selection row.
Love Island All Stars resumes after wildfire evacuation
Love Island All Stars is back in production after wildfires near the South African villa forced an evacuation. ITV faced costs of £15,000 per hour. New air date pending.
UK Flight Delay Rights: Claim Up to £520 Compensation
Passenger complaints to the CAA surge 33% yearly. Know your rights for up to £520 in flight delay compensation, plus meals and accommodation. Learn how to claim.
Love Island All Stars 2026 Postponed Due to Wildfires
ITV postpones Love Island All Stars series three after wildfires force production evacuation in South Africa. Find out the new schedule and meet the confirmed cast.
Love Island All Stars new start date revealed after delay
ITV is aiming to resume filming Love Island: All Stars on Wednesday, January 14, after wildfires in South Africa forced a postponement. Get the latest updates on the show's schedule.
Love Island All Stars postponed due to South Africa wildfires
ITV has postponed the launch of Love Island: All Stars after wildfires in South Africa forced a production evacuation. Find out the schedule changes and official statement here.
Pension delays hit retired civil servants
Retired UK civil servants report waiting months for pension payments amid service failures. The National Audit Office criticises MyCSP as Capita takes over the £239m contract.
Rugby Council may ask to cancel May 2026 elections
A Rugby Borough Council panel will decide whether to ask the government to cancel May's local elections, citing a £160k saving and upcoming council reorganisation. Read the full story.
Birmingham Council's 2025: Strikes, Resignations & Hope
From a bitter bins strike to Labour resignations, Birmingham City Council faced a tumultuous 2025. Explore the key moments and the reasons for optimism as the city looks ahead to crucial local elections and major regeneration projects.
Birmingham Council's £171m IT project faces new delay
Birmingham City Council's troubled Oracle IT system faces another major setback, pushing its launch to summer 2026. The project, now four years late, has cost £171m. Read the exclusive details.
HS2 bosses confirm major delay to high-speed rail line
HS2 officials admit the 2029-2033 target for trains between London and Birmingham is unachievable. Read the latest on the project reset, costs, and local reaction.
Nationwide warns of 7-day payment delays
Nationwide Building Society responds to customer complaints over payments pending for up to seven days. The issue follows a recent £44m fine for weak financial crime controls.
Reform UK's Impact on 2026 Dudley Council Vote
Dudley Council's 2026 elections could see a major shift as Reform UK surges. With 24 wards up for grabs, local political dynamics are set for a dramatic change. Read the full analysis.
Tories pledge to scrap fortnightly bin collections in Birmingham
Birmingham Conservatives promise to restore weekly bin rounds and end the long-running strike as part of a six-point local election plan. Discover their full strategy.
HS2 Birmingham delay sparks 'farcical pantomime' outcry
Fresh anger erupts as HS2 confirms major delay for Birmingham-London line, missing 2029-2033 target. Mayor defends project as critics blast 'white elephant'. Read the latest.
Birmingham's 2025: Strikes, Politics & Flag Wars
A look back at Birmingham's turbulent second half of 2025, from the unresolved bin strike and political infighting to divisive flag displays and a landmark new stadium plan.
HMRC delays ECOS tax changes to 2030 after backlash
The government has postponed controversial tax reforms for Employee Car Ownership Schemes (ECOS) until 2030 following fierce opposition from the UK automotive industry. Read the full details.
Villa fan removed from flight after shouting and drinking
An Aston Villa supporter was escorted off an EasyJet plane by Spanish police after allegedly drinking Stella and shouting about Birmingham. The incident caused an hour's delay.
Reform UK ends Conservative control of Worcestershire Council
Reform UK seized minority control of Worcestershire County Council in 2025, ending two decades of Conservative rule. Discover the key events, financial crises, and political defections that reshaped the Midlands.
Dudley Council's turbulent 2025: Budget, protests & politics
Dudley Council battled a £42m financial crisis, political defections, and protests over asylum seeker housing in a tumultuous 2025. Explore the key events shaping the borough's future.
HS2 confirms 2033 deadline unachievable
HS2 Ltd's CEO admits the high-speed rail line cannot open between London and Birmingham by 2033. Read the latest on the project's 'fundamental reset' and revised schedule.
HS2 confirms delay for London-Birmingham rail link
HS2 Ltd CEO Mark Wild confirms the 2029-2033 opening schedule is unachievable. Read the latest on the project's 'reset' and construction progress.
Starmer's future at risk in 2026 election losses
Polling expert Lord Hayward warns Labour faces heavy losses across England, Scotland, and Wales on May 7, 2026, potentially jeopardising Keir Starmer's leadership. Read the analysis.
Families face 15-month wait for inherited pensions
New HMRC rules could see grieving families wait over a year to access half of inherited pension funds. Learn how the Autumn Budget changes impact you.
Birmingham landlord's Christmas plea to save local pubs
A Birmingham landlord urges locals to support their pub this Christmas as closures hit 'unprecedented rate' and business rates threaten a 15% hike. Protect your local.
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