Birmingham bin strike stalemate marks one-year anniversary
Birmingham's bin strike hits its one-year mark with no resolution. We examine the dispute's roots, the impact on residents, and why a solution remains elusive for the city's waste crisis.
Category : Politics
Drink-drive limit lowered in England and Wales
The UK government announces a new road safety strategy, including lowering the drink-drive limit and mandatory eye tests for over-70s. Read the full details.
Petition to raise tax-free allowance to £20k hits key milestone
A public petition urging the government to raise the income tax personal allowance to £20,000 has reached 44,000 signatures, halfway to triggering a parliamentary debate. Read the details and the government's response.
Walsall Leather Museum SEND Plan Submitted Despite Objections
Walsall Council submits plans to convert the Leather Museum into a SEND college facility, despite a 3,300-signature petition. Decision expected next month.
539 postcodes get DWP Cold Weather Payments
The DWP has triggered Cold Weather Payments for 539 postcodes after freezing temperatures. Some areas will receive £50. Check the full list to see if you're eligible.
Birmingham bins strike drags on for a full year
Birmingham's bin strike reaches a bleak one-year milestone with no end in sight. A striking worker shares his embarrassment as rubbish piles up and talks remain stalled.
Haulage firm applies for Buntingford operating centre licence
Truck Care Haulage Solutions applies to use Buttermilk Farm as a goods vehicle operating centre. Residents have 21 days to submit representations to the Traffic Commissioner.
Enviroline Drainage Applies for HGV Operator Licence in Plymouth
Enviroline Drainage Services Ltd has applied for a national goods vehicle operator's licence for a site on Foulston Avenue. Residents have until 24 January 2026 to submit representations to the Traffic Commissioner.
Dover MP Tapp Outlines 2026 Vision for Community
Labour MP Mike Tapp details how government policies on cost of living, NHS, and investment are set to benefit Dover and Deal in 2026, urging unity and optimism.
Labour dismisses £30 boiler levy as 'absolute nonsense'
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has labelled reports of a proposed £30 boiler levy as 'absolute nonsense' and 'scaremongering' in a Commons statement. Read the full details.
Police and Council Chiefs Face MPs Over Villa Fan Ban
Senior West Midlands Police and Birmingham City Council leaders are grilled by MPs over the controversial decision to ban Israeli football fans from a match at Aston Villa.
Black Sabbath pub car park blocked by Birmingham council
Birmingham City Council halts unauthorised car park at The Crown pub, birthplace of Black Sabbath. Campaigners call it a 'small victory' and demand owners refurbish or sell the historic site.
Mandatory driving test for revoked licences in Guernsey
Guernsey motorists who have their licence revoked must now retake their driving test. The law change, approved by the States, updates legislation for hazardous and drug driving offences.
Cold Weather Payments increased to £50 for 18 UK postcodes
The DWP has triggered £50 Cold Weather Payments for 18 postcodes after the UK's coldest night. Check the full list to see if you're eligible for automatic support.
Dudley's bin collection catch-up continues in big freeze
Dudley Council urges residents to leave bins out as crews tackle missed collections during the Arctic blast. Council leader pledges review of grit bin removals. Read the latest.
Birmingham misses DWP Cold Weather Payments after snow
Birmingham households will not receive DWP's £25 Cold Weather Payment despite recent snowfall, as temperature thresholds were not met. Find out about alternative local support grants available.
Birmingham's Skyline Transformed by New Tower Approvals
Birmingham's cityscape is undergoing a major transformation with approval for new residential and mixed-use towers, adding over 1,500 homes. Discover the future of the city's skyline.
Chelmsford MP's 2025 Review: 100k Emails & Key Votes
Chelmsford MP Marie Goldman reflects on a busy 2025 handling over 100,000 emails and key votes on assisted dying. She outlines the Liberal Democrats' opposition role and previews 2026's Hillsborough Law debate.
Birmingham misses out on DWP Cold Weather Payments
Revealed: The specific reason Birmingham residents are not receiving the £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment, while other West Midlands areas are. Find out the strict temperature rules.
Dudley Council's £15m saving in Ladies Walk deal
Dudley Council nears a surprise deal to buy Sedgley's Ladies Walk centre, saving taxpayers an estimated £15m over 25 years. Discover the full story behind the negotiations.
Solihull rejects 'excessive' Shirley home extension
Solihull Council's planning committee has refused a retrospective application for a large home extension in Shirley after neighbours and councillors objected. The homeowner now faces enforcement action.
Walsall Council welcomes major three-year funding settlement
Walsall Council's spending power is set to rise by 28.5% over three years under a new government funding settlement. Leader Mike Bird welcomes the 'good news' but warns of ongoing challenges.
Birmingham's New Skyscrapers Approved for 2025
Birmingham's city centre is set for a dramatic transformation with two major skyscraper developments approved, including a 49-storey residential tower and a 'bold' 41-storey building. Discover the details.
Mayor's 2026 Plan for West Midlands Transport & Housing
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker outlines key 2026 projects: new railway stations, housing, and a fund to revive high streets. Discover the region's upcoming developments.
New traffic calming scheme proposed for Sheldon's Cranes Park Road
Birmingham City Council proposes new traffic calming measures for Cranes Park Road in Sheldon to tackle speeding. Residents have until January 9 to have their say.
Dudley's missing grit bins spark safety anger in freeze
Dudley Council faces backlash over removal of 500 grit bins during cold snap. Leader pledges review as residents report dangerous icy roads. Read the latest.
Anti-Israel councillors pushed for football fan ban
Exclusive documents reveal how two councillors claimed the 'community want it stopped' in meetings that led to the controversial ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans in Birmingham.
Child Benefit tax trap to hit 35,000 more families
A tax threshold freeze will see 35,000 more families paying the High Income Child Benefit Charge by 2029, experts warn. Learn how this HMRC rule could affect your household budget.
Birmingham bins strike talks 'not viable', report finds
Government commissioners say resuming negotiations to end Birmingham's year-long bins strike is not viable, praising the council's 'fortitude'. Read the latest on the dispute.
Birmingham Mobile Tip Lorry Dates and Locations for 2026
Birmingham City Council has released the 2026 schedule for its free mobile household waste service. Find out where and when the tip lorries will be in your area this week.
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