Birmingham 2026 Election Results Live: All Seats Up for Grabs
Live coverage of Birmingham's 2026 local election results. All 101 seats across 69 wards are being counted, with Labour facing challenges from Reform, Greens, and Independents.
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Starmer, Farage, Polanski on Local Election Results
Sir Keir Starmer calls Labour results 'very tough' as Nigel Farage hails historic shift and Zack Polanski celebrates Green gains in local elections across England.
Redditch Council: Reform UK Gains, Labour Loses Majority
Labour lost control of Redditch Borough Council after Reform UK won eight seats in the 2026 local elections, leaving the council with no overall control.
Reform UK Gains 22 Seats in Dudley Council Elections
Reform UK made huge gains in Dudley Council elections, winning 22 seats and becoming the second-largest group. Labour and Conservatives lost seats, reshaping the council.
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Mammogram Age Lowering Petition Hits 106,000 Signatures
A petition calling for NHS England to lower the breast cancer screening age from 50 to 40 and offer annual mammograms has reached 106,212 signatures, triggering a parliamentary debate.
DWP State Pension Payments Delayed: Expert Warns
State pensioners risk missing DWP payments as the state pension age rises. Expert Hannah Martin warns of budget shortfalls for those born after April 1960.
Reform UK Sweeps Tamworth Labour Loses Control
Reform UK won all nine contested seats in Tamworth's 2026 local elections, causing Labour to lose control of the council. The council is now under no overall control.
Rossendale Leader Highlights Summer Progress
Rossendale Council Leader Alyson Barnes shares updates on regeneration, markets, and community events, praising volunteers and urging residents to support local initiatives.
DWP State Pension Age Rise: Many Claimants Unaware
A poll reveals 13% of people aged 60-65 don't believe the state pension age is rising from 66 to 67. The DWP increase starts April 2026, affecting those born after April 1960.
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Labour Loses Tamworth Control as Reform UK Wins All Seats
Labour lost control of Tamworth Borough Council after Reform UK won every seat in the 2026 local elections, leaving the council with no overall control.
Labour Loses Redditch Control as Reform Surges
Labour lost control of Redditch Borough Council in the 2026 local elections as Reform UK won eight of nine seats, leaving the authority with no overall control.
Al-Manar Superstore Seeks Late Night Licence Until 1am
Al-Manar Islamic Superstore in Small Heath applies for a premises licence to serve hot food and drink from 11pm to 1am daily. Residents can comment until 28 April 2026.
Birmingham Gunman Jailed 16 Years for Shooting Teen
Lamar Anderson, 22, was sentenced to 16 years for shooting a 15-year-old boy in the back. The victim was mistaken for a rival. Anderson's own fatherless childhood repeats as he now faces prison, leaving his young son without a father.
Four New Homes Plan Near Moseley Station
A plan has been submitted to build four two-bedroom homes at Laurel Court, off Oxford Road, close to Moseley Village and its new railway station.
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West Midlands Local Elections 2026 Live Results
Live coverage of West Midlands local elections 2026 as results from Dudley, Redditch, and Tamworth are announced. Major political shifts expected.
Planning Chiefs Urged to 'Be Brave' as Tattenhall Housing Decision Deferred
West Cheshire and Chester Council's planning committee deferred a decision on Taylor Wimpey's 110-home development in Tattenhall amid local objections and concerns over infrastructure and rural character.
Travis Kelce Hints at Wedding Excitement with Taylor Swift
Travis Kelce breaks silence on wedding plans with Taylor Swift, expressing excitement during a New Heights podcast episode with Rory McIlroy.
Ian Watkins Murder Trial: Inmate Allegedly Taunted Him
Rico Gedel, accused of murdering Ian Watkins, allegedly told the dying paedophile to 'have a good night's sleep' after stabbing him in prison.
Superdry Co-founder Jailed for Raping Woman Who Begged Him to Stop
James Holder, co-founder of Superdry, has been jailed for eight years for raping a woman who cried and begged him to stop. The attack occurred in May 2022 after a night out in Cheltenham.
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Poundstretcher stores at risk without restructure plan
Poundstretcher, with nearly 300 stores nationwide including in the West Midlands, faces administration if a restructuring plan to reduce rents is not approved by creditors.
Birmingham Mobile Tip Truck Locations Next Week Released
Birmingham City Council has released the schedule for its mobile tip trucks from May 8-14. Residents can dispose of household and garden waste for free at various locations across the city.
Petition: Reduce Speeding Points in 20mph Zones
A petition urges the UK government to lower speeding penalties from 3 to 1 point for driving up to 25mph in 20mph zones, arguing current penalties are disproportionate.
Rob Edwards Under Fire After Skipping Fan Clap
Rob Edwards faced fan backlash after Wolves' draw with Sunderland, choosing not to clap supporters. Podcast hosts discuss the controversy.
Skechers Trainers Called 'So Comfy' You Forget They're On, Now £45
Skechers Women's D'Lites Trainers are praised as the 'most comfortable trainers ever' by shoppers. Now reduced to £45.89 on Amazon, they offer style and support for all-day wear.
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Exact Time Birmingham Will Know Its Local Election Results
Birmingham's local election results will be announced between 6pm and 9pm tomorrow, with 478 polling stations across the city.
Sutton Coldfield Man Ordered to Remove Huge Dormer
A Sutton Coldfield businessman must demolish a 3m-high dormer built without permission, which neighbours called an 'ugly eyesore' and compared to a football director's box.
Blues to Submit Sports Quarter Plans in March 2027
Birmingham City will formally submit planning for the Sports Quarter stadium in March 2027, with construction expected to start later that year and completion by 2031.
Voters Head to Polls Across UK in Key Electoral Test for Starmer
Millions vote in local, Scottish, and Welsh elections seen as a major test for Labour and Sir Keir Starmer, with projections of significant council seat losses.
Remaining UK Bank Holidays 2026: Full List of Eight Days
After the May bank holiday, England has three bank holidays left in 2026. The full list includes Spring, Summer, and Christmas, plus Scotland's extra World Cup holiday.
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Tributes to 18-Year-Old Victoria Niebylska After Fatal Crash
Heartfelt tributes pour in for Victoria Niebylska, 18, who died after a car crashed into a house in Haslingden. Friends remember her as a 'beautiful soul' full of promise.
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