Traitors star reveals BBC's supportive filming secrets
Former Traitors contestant Fozia Fazil shares how the BBC accommodated her needs as a Muslim woman during filming in the Scottish Highlands. Discover the behind-the-scenes reality.
Former Traitors contestant Fozia Fazil shares how the BBC accommodated her needs as a Muslim woman during filming in the Scottish Highlands. Discover the behind-the-scenes reality.
A proposal to turn a 4-bed semi-detached house on Morar Close into a House in Multiple Occupation for five people has been submitted. The application highlights low local HMO density and aims to meet housing demand.
Claudia Winkleman lands a massive new BBC pay deal, making her one of its top earners after The Traitors' global hit. Discover the details of her contract.
Shocking Shelter survey reveals more than half of teachers in the West Midlands have worked with homeless children in the past year, severely impacting education. Urgent action is needed.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council spent over £1m housing homeless in B&Bs last year, leaving taxpayers with an £850k bill. Councillor admits the situation is unsustainable. Read the full report.
Former BBC Pebble Mill producer Jane McLean has passed away, prompting heartfelt tributes from friends and colleagues. Remembering her legacy on iconic shows.
Birmingham councillors have refused plans for a 263-bed student block near New Street station, citing 'less than substantial' harm to historic buildings like the Town Hall.
Birmingham's planning committee has refused a 263-bed student accommodation tower, fearing harm to historic buildings like the Town Hall. Read the full debate.
A major £119m deal will fund over 1,500 new student beds at Bristol's Brabazon new town by 2027, addressing housing demand. Read the full details on this key development.
Labour's Culture Secretary is reviewing BBC funding, with free TV licences for those on benefits among options. Could a £174.50 fee change ease the burden on poorer households?
Tributes pour in for Sir Humphrey Burton, the revered BBC Radio 3 broadcaster who died at 94. His family confirmed the sad news in an emotional statement.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy launches a decade review of the BBC's funding, considering adverts and subscription tiers. Have your say in the public consultation.
Beloved BBC Radio Essex presenter Dave Monk has died aged 72, one year after a pancreatic cancer diagnosis. Tributes pour in for the broadcaster of 40 years. Read his final, inspiring message.
The UK Government has launched its most significant child poverty plan in years, aiming to lift 550,000 children out of poverty by 2030. Key measures include lifting the two-child benefit cap and tackling temporary accommodation. Read the full details.
The government's landmark Child Poverty Strategy promises to lift 550,000 children out of poverty by 2030. Key measures include scrapping the two-child benefit cap and ending unlawful B&B placements.
Birmingham City Council is considering a full investigation into the collapse of Midland Livings, a supported housing firm linked to claims of threats, arson, and a £12m debt. Read the latest.
The BBC's annual report discloses its highest-paid stars' salaries for 2024/25, with Gary Lineker earning £1.35m. The figures emerge as the broadcaster faces intense scrutiny over its corporate culture.
A senior NHS doctor has submitted plans to convert a historic mid-19th Century Walsall building into a 17-bed HMO for healthcare staff. Read the full details of the proposal here.
A Birmingham supported housing firm has gone bust, owing over £12.2m. Administrators report threats, arson, and intimidation of vulnerable tenants. Read the full investigation.
The BBC licence fee is projected to reach £197 by 2030, while over a million households stop paying. Discover the funding crisis facing the national broadcaster.
The Duchess of Edinburgh visited Ronald McDonald House Oxford to celebrate its fifth anniversary, meeting families supported by the charity's free 'home away from home'.
Over a million people have cancelled their BBC TV licence as the fee is forecast to rise to nearly £200. Discover why viewers are abandoning the service and the financial impact on the broadcaster.
Liverpool's £2 overnight visitor charge will proceed after the government rejected a legal challenge. The levy, expected to generate millions, will boost the city's visitor economy.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy may block the annual BBC TV licence fee increase amid an impartiality crisis. Will the £174.50 charge rise in April? Read the latest.
New data reveals a 13% surge in West Midlands children living in temporary accommodation. Mayor's social housing plan aims to tackle the growing crisis.
Birmingham planners defer decision on Cotteridge HMO conversion amid resident objections. Councillor admits city 'needs HMOs' despite daily complaints. Read the latest.
Birmingham Council refuses 263-bed student block on former Golden Eagle pub site over heritage concerns. Discover the full story behind the decision.
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a fatal stabbing on Somerleyton Street, Norwich. Police are appealing for information and have moved residents.
TV presenter Alison Hammond joins Shelter's winter appeal after meeting a homeless mother living in temporary accommodation for over five years. Discover how you can help.
Developer Manner commits to rebuilding Manchester's historic Hotspur Press as a student tower, preserving its heritage after the devastating 2024 fire. Learn about the new proposals.