Bin strike protestors cause hours of delays in Birmingham
Bin collections in Birmingham were hit by hours of delays after protestors blocked vehicles at key depots. The council has urged residents to leave bins out as normal.
Bin collections in Birmingham were hit by hours of delays after protestors blocked vehicles at key depots. The council has urged residents to leave bins out as normal.
An angry resident in Southall, London, has targeted parked cars with eggs, flour, and abusive fake parking fines. Locals are divided over the messy protest. Read the full story.
Hundreds of exiled Iranians in Birmingham rallied for regime change, voicing terror for loved ones back home and fear of regime spies within their own community. Read their powerful stories.
A controversial preacher's Birmingham event was stopped by protestors who decried him as a 'fake prophet'. Police arrested one man for assault. Read the full story.
West Midlands Police confirm the true reason for a significant presence at a Sutton Coldfield hotel, countering false AI-generated speculation about a British flag. Read the full story.
Two women, including one from the Midlands, have pleaded not guilty after allegedly placing child-sized body bags outside the Deputy PM's London home in a protest over Israel trade. A two-day trial is set for May.
The UK government has revised its inheritance tax plans for farmers after protests. The new rules allow couples to pass on up to £5m. Find out what changed.
Two activists on a prolonged hunger strike for Gaza have been rushed to hospital with severe health deterioration. Read their demands and the government's response.
Paula Burnham, owner of Luxe Hair Design in Solihull, stood in front of contractors after roadworks appeared without warning, severely impacting her crucial festive trade. Read the full story.
UK police face criticism for using 'cumulative disruption' powers quashed in May 2025 to manage pro-Palestine protests. Lawyers warn of a legal vacuum and stifled democracy.
Birmingham residents face more missed bin collections after protests at a council depot. The city's long-running industrial dispute continues to cause disruption. Read the latest updates.
Staffordshire County Council deployed extra guards after a Reform UK-led meeting was disrupted by protesters demanding resignations over alleged racist social media posts. Read the latest.
UK police chiefs announce a decisive crackdown on the chant 'globalise the intifada' following the Bondi Beach attack, stating the context has changed. Read the full statement and community reaction.
A major snow blast is set to hit northern England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland on December 18. Get the latest forecast and regional impacts here.
Birmingham and the West Midlands face days of heavy rain and strong winds, causing train cancellations and event postponements. Stay informed on the latest travel updates and safety advice.
Heavy rain and strong winds cause disruption across the West Midlands, cancelling a Christmas lights switch-on and blocking a railway line. Stay updated on the weather.
PCs Bethany Cottrell and Natalie Millward showed 'unwavering courage' disarming individuals with weapons during a volatile city centre protest. Discover their heroic story.
Edinburgh Airport has suspended all operations due to a major IT issue with its air traffic control provider. Passengers are urged to contact their airlines for updates.
Major disruption on Birmingham's Cross City Line as a signalling fault suspends services between New Street and Redditch/Bromsgrove. Delays expected with no clear resolution time. Read for travel alternatives.
Birmingham commuters face major disruption as the Cross City Line South is suspended due to recurring signalling issues. Check for ticket acceptance on buses and latest updates.
Rail passengers can breathe a sigh of relief as RMT union calls off planned CrossCountry strikes. Normal timetables are reinstated for key December Saturdays, though engineering work will cause some changes. Check before you travel.
M6 drivers in Cumbria face a 30mph speed limit for up to three years due to a major bridge replacement project. Key details on closures and local opposition revealed.
A Birmingham City Council meeting was adjourned twice after angry protests over the bins strike. A man in a shark suit watched as mock bank notes were thrown and chants erupted. Read the full story.
A Birmingham City Council meeting was halted twice after angry outbursts from the public gallery over the ongoing bins strike. Read the full story on the heated dispute.
National Highways plans to close M6 Junction 38 near Tebay for up to three years for bridge replacements, imposing 30mph limits. A petition with 1,700+ signatures opposes the closure.
A person has died after being found on the tracks at Sileby Railway Station in Leicestershire. Major disruption affected East Midlands Railway services. Police are not treating the death as suspicious.
Solihull railway station was unexpectedly locked on December 1, forcing trains to skip the stop. Passengers faced disruption during the morning commute. Read for details and alternative travel advice.
Solihull railway station was forced to close early on 1st December 2025 due to a lack of available staff. Get the latest updates on the disruption and reopening here.
The Met Office warns of a month's rainfall in 24 hours, triggering amber and yellow warnings. Expect flooding, transport chaos, and power cuts. Prepare your flood kit now.
The M6 motorway is closed southbound in Warwickshire after a pedestrian was seriously hurt. Follow our live blog for diversion routes and updates.