Road crossing times unsafe for older people, study finds
New research reveals UK pedestrian crossings are too fast for older adults, posing a safety risk and barrier to independence. Experts call for urgent rule changes.
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People Turn to Private Scans Amid NHS Waiting Times
Lengthy NHS delays are pushing more Brits towards private diagnostic scans from providers like Scan.com, with prices starting at £300. Discover how people are taking control of their health.
Birmingham Council House Wait Times: Holyhead Fastest
New data reveals the shortest and longest council house waiting times across Birmingham wards, with Holyhead at 30 weeks and Quinton at 250 weeks. Discover the full list and council advice.
Taxpayers fund £3bn for Lower Thames Crossing
Chancellor Rachel Reeves commits over £3 billion in public funds to the Lower Thames Crossing in the Autumn Budget, aiming to boost the economy by £40bn. Read the full details.
Supermarkets Open New Year's Day: UK Opening Hours
Don't panic if you run out of food on January 1st. Many UK supermarkets are open on the bank holiday. Check our full list of opening times for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda and more.
Supermarket opening hours for New Year's Day 2025
Find out which major UK supermarkets are open on New Year's Day 2025 and their reduced trading hours. Plan your last-minute shopping for the bank holiday.
Shoppers Flock to Birmingham Bullring for Post-Christmas Bargains
Birmingham's Bullring and city centre were packed with bargain hunters on Monday, December 29th, as major stores launched their post-Christmas sales. See the scenes and check opening hours.
Shopping centre opening times for New Year's Eve and Day
Plan your post-Christmas shopping with our guide to opening hours for Bullring, Merry Hill, and other major centres from December 29 to January 2. Find key times for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Aldi New Year Opening Times 2025/26
Aldi confirms festive opening hours for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Plan your shop before stores close at 6pm on December 31st. Check local times now.
Birmingham primary school named among UK's top 10
Lea Forest Primary Academy in Birmingham's Kitts Green has transformed from an Ofsted 'requires improvement' rating to being ranked among Britain's top 10 primary schools. Discover the school's 'secret to success'.
Reeves Approves £89m for Lower Thames Crossing Road Project
Chancellor Rachel Reeves commits final £89m public funds for the Lower Thames Crossing, giving the green light for 2026 construction start. The project aims to open in the early 2030s.
Essex NHS Christmas pharmacy opening hours revealed
Find out which pharmacies in mid and south Essex are open on Christmas Day for essential medicines and advice. Use the NHS 'find a pharmacy' service for urgent help.
Christmas Day Pharmacy Opening Times in Mid & South Essex
Find out which NHS pharmacies are open on Christmas Day in mid and south Essex for essential medicines and health advice. Check times and locations here.
Five-weekend Essex railway upgrade starts January 10
Network Rail begins vital track replacement near Ingatestone station over five weekends from Jan 10. Expect bus replacements and level crossing closures. Check before you travel.
UK Supermarket Christmas 2025 Opening Hours Guide
Plan your festive shopping with our complete guide to UK supermarket opening hours over Christmas and New Year 2025. Avoid the last-minute rush and check before you travel.
UK Drivers Urged to Avoid High-Risk 'Danger Hours'
Motorists are urged to avoid late-night driving as new analysis reveals the most dangerous hours on UK roads. Expert advice on staying safe this festive season.
UK Supermarket Christmas 2025 Opening Hours Guide
Don't get caught out this festive season. Our complete guide details the Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day opening times for all major UK supermarkets in 2025.
£20k Reward in Sparkbrook Fatal Crash Probe
Police renew appeal for witnesses to a fatal crash on Stratford Road, Sparkbrook, that killed a 22-year-old passenger. A £20,000 reward is offered for information.
Mum's Christmas warning five years after fatal Solihull crash
A Birmingham mother shares her grief five years after her son and daughter-in-law died in a crash. She urges drivers to wear seatbelts and drive safely this Christmas.
Driving Examiner Shortage Creates 22-Week Test Backlog
A staffing crisis and faulty booking system cause massive delays for UK driving tests, with waits averaging 22 weeks. Discover the impact on learners and the DVSA.
Midlands School in Top 20 of Sunday Times 2026 Rankings
A Midlands secondary school has been ranked among the nation's elite in The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. Discover which schools made the prestigious list and why.
New average speed cameras for 6 Birmingham roads in 2026
Birmingham City Council is installing average speed cameras on six new routes in 2026, expanding enforcement across the city. Drivers urged to stick to limits to save lives.
Boxing Day 2025 Opening Times for West Midlands Shopping
Plan your Boxing Day 2025 shopping in the West Midlands. See opening hours for Bullring, Merry Hill, The Fort, Resorts World and more. Check which major stores are closed.
Malmesbury Named Among UK's Best Places to Live 2025
The historic Cotswold town of Malmesbury, England's oldest borough, has been celebrated in The Sunday Times' prestigious 'Best Places to Live 2025' guide. Discover its charm and community spirit.
Crash closes road near Bartley Green reservoir
A road in south-west Birmingham was closed after a two-car collision at the junction of Scotland Lane and Frankley Lane. One person sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Get the latest traffic updates.
Gail's Bakery: 10 shops open on Christmas Day
Gail's Bakery confirms 10 London branches will stay open on Christmas Day, offering free mince pies. Check the full list of festive opening hours here.
Four injured in Birmingham two-car crash, boy hospitalised
A boy and three adults were injured in a two-car collision at a Handsworth junction. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Get the latest Birmingham traffic news.
Morrisons cuts Christmas veg prices to 5p in UK farmer deal
Morrisons has slashed prices on festive vegetables to just 5p each in a major Christmas offer, ensuring savings for customers while protecting British farmers' incomes. Discover the deals and store opening times.
Driver charged after fatal Soho Road crash in Birmingham
A driver faces multiple charges after a collision on Soho Road, Handsworth, left a pedestrian dead and a woman seriously injured. Police appeal for witnesses.
Driving test 7-week wait target delayed to 2027
A National Audit Office report reveals the target to cut driving test waits to seven weeks is delayed until 2027. Learn about the backlog and what's being done.
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