Birmingham bins strike hits grim one-year milestone
Birmingham's bin strike reaches a full year, with Conservatives accusing Labour of dragging the city's name 'into the gutter'. Calls grow for urgent talks to end the dispute.
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Avian flu warning for Birmingham park visitors
Avian influenza has been detected in wild birds at several Birmingham parks. The council urges the public not to touch sick birds and to keep pets on leads to limit the spread.
Over 1,000 nitrous oxide canisters found in Moseley
Volunteers in Moseley, Birmingham, collected a shocking 1,118 discarded nitrous oxide canisters in 2025, more than double the previous year. Read about the community's fight against anti-social behaviour.
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The Met Office warns of sleet, snow, and strong winds hitting Birmingham from Thursday. A yellow ice warning is in place, with travel disruption likely. Read the full forecast.
Amazon's Top-Rated Heater Slashed to £42.48 Amid Cold Snap
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Water Transfer Licence Bid for Waltham Cross Substation Work
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Birmingham bins strike marks one year milestone
Birmingham's bin strike reaches its one-year anniversary, with Conservatives accusing Labour of damaging the city's global image. Read the latest on the ongoing dispute.
5-Second Oven Hack to Heat Home in UK Freeze
A British Gas engineer reveals a simple trick to warm your kitchen using residual oven heat. As snow blankets the UK and temperatures plunge to -10°C, this free method helps combat the cold. Learn the safety tips and see the latest weather warnings.
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Three men fined £900+ for littering in Black Country
Three men have been prosecuted and ordered to pay over £900 in total after failing to pay Fixed Penalty Notices for littering in Walsall. Walsall Council warns residents to dispose of waste responsibly.
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Birmingham recycling collections face five-month wait
Birmingham's bins strike reaches a grim one-year milestone, with recycling collections suspended until at least June 2026. Residents face continued disruption.
Birmingham recycling collections delayed until June
Birmingham residents face months more wait for recycling as the bins strike hits its one-year milestone. Council confirms service transformation set for June 2026.
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Exotic Parakeet Population Soars in West Midlands
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Martin Lewis settles heating debate for cold snap
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Animals Enjoy UK Snow as Cold Weather Continues
Adorable photos capture UK wildlife and pets playing in the snow. The Met Office forecasts more wintry weather for Birmingham and the West Midlands this week.
Protect your winter energy bills with a fixed tariff
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Simple habit cuts energy bill by £240 a year
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New UK snow bomb warning for 12-hour non-stop flurries
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UK Snow Bomb: 60cm and -14C to Hit Sooner
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Wildlife Trust marks 70 years of nature recovery
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British Gas: Close Curtains as Snow Hits England
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British Gas: Keep Oven Door Open to Save Heat
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