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Child drug and alcohol treatment rises in Dudley

New data reveals a worrying increase in under-18s receiving treatment for substance abuse in Dudley, mirroring a national trend. Experts point to online drug access and school policies as factors.

Birmingham NHS at risk of missing budget target

NHS bosses in Birmingham warn they may not balance their books by March, with a current deficit of £45.9 million. Pay costs are the main driver. Read the latest on the financial recovery efforts.