Pothole Crisis: 11 Councils Rated 'Red' for Road Condition
A new government map reveals England's best and worst roads for potholes. See how your council rates as freezing weather threatens to make the damage worse.
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Best GP Surgeries in West Midlands: 2026 Patient Survey Opens
Patients across the Midlands are asked to rate their local GP practices in the 2026 survey. See which surgeries topped last year's list with ratings up to 98%.
Coventry Council to debate four-day working week
A Coventry councillor will urge the authority to explore a four-day week for staff to boost morale and save money. The motion will be debated next week.
Kyogo Ends Goal Drought in Birmingham's FA Cup Win
Kyogo Furuhashi scored his first goal since August as Birmingham City held on for a 3-2 FA Cup victory away at Cambridge United. Read the full match report and player ratings.
Aston Villa beat Tottenham 2-1 in FA Cup third round
Aston Villa secured a 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur to progress to the FA Cup fourth round. Read our match report and player ratings from the capital.
Rugby Council may ask to cancel May 2026 elections
A Rugby Borough Council panel will decide whether to ask the government to cancel May's local elections, citing a £160k saving and upcoming council reorganisation. Read the full story.
Solihull Council reduces staff by 158 in cost-cutting drive
Solihull Council has significantly reduced its workforce by 158 posts, saving £2m via a paid-resignation scheme. Agency worker costs also fell by over 36%. Read the full financial scrutiny report.
Villa Player Ratings: Frustration in 0-0 Palace Draw
Aston Villa's Champions League hopes dented by a 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace. See our player ratings, including three contentious 8s and two disappointing 5s.
Aston Villa held 0-0 at Palace: Player ratings revealed
Unai Emery's Aston Villa were held to a goalless draw at Selhurst Park. See John Townley's player ratings and analysis of the key incidents, including two penalty shouts.
All Brentwood Trust Schools Rated Good or Outstanding
Discovery Educational Trust in Brentwood celebrates a milestone as all its schools achieve Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings, transforming former struggling schools. Read the inspiring turnaround story.
Martin Lewis reveals how to slash council tax to £0
Martin Lewis highlights the Severe Mental Impairment council tax discount, which can cut bills to zero for eligible households. Learn if you qualify and how to claim.
Council Tax Break: Two-Month Holiday for UK Homes in 2026
Millions of UK households will get a two-month council tax break in 2026 ahead of new property bands. Find out if you're eligible and how the new high-value surcharge will work.
Worst 10 Midlands GP Surgeries Named Ahead of 2026 Survey
The annual GP Patient Survey for 2026 is now open. We reveal the ten West Midlands surgeries with the lowest patient ratings from 2025. Share your views to shape local healthcare.
Villa beat Forest 3-1 with McGinn double
John McGinn scores twice as Aston Villa secure an 11th consecutive home win, moving up to second in the Premier League. Read the full match report and player ratings.
Greggs Birmingham: Full List of Hygiene Ratings
We reveal the latest Food Standards Agency hygiene scores for every Greggs bakery in Birmingham. Find out how clean your local shop is and what the ratings mean.
Birmingham City's Dire 3-0 Defeat to Watford
Birmingham City's miserable away form continued with a 3-0 loss at Watford, thanks to a Tom Ince hat-trick. Read our full player ratings and match analysis.
Birmingham Council House Wait Times: Holyhead Fastest
New data reveals the shortest and longest council house waiting times across Birmingham wards, with Holyhead at 30 weeks and Quinton at 250 weeks. Discover the full list and council advice.
Aston Villa humbled 4-1 by Arsenal at the Emirates
Aston Villa's 11-game winning streak was emphatically ended by Premier League leaders Arsenal in a 4-1 defeat. Read our player ratings and match report from the Emirates.
Aston Villa's winning run halted by Arsenal in 4-1 loss
Unai Emery's Aston Villa saw their 11-match winning run shattered in a 4-1 Premier League defeat at leaders Arsenal. Read John Townley's full player ratings and match analysis.
38 councils to double council tax on second homes
Up to 12,300 second-home owners face a 100% council tax surcharge as 38 more English councils activate new powers from April. See the full list of affected areas.
400,000 homes in wrong council tax band
Up to 400,000 UK homes may be in the wrong council tax band due to flawed 1991 valuations. Check your band now and challenge it to potentially claim thousands in backdated refunds.
All Birmingham McDonald's Get Top Hygiene Rating of 5
Every McDonald's restaurant in Birmingham has achieved the highest possible food hygiene rating of 5, according to the latest Food Standards Agency data. See the full list and inspection dates.
53 Walsall businesses get low food hygiene ratings
More than 50 Walsall food businesses received the lowest hygiene scores in 2025, with five rated zero. See the full list of outlets and what the ratings mean for public safety.
20 Birmingham Restaurants Get New Food Hygiene Ratings
Discover which Birmingham restaurants received top scores and which require urgent improvement in the latest food hygiene ratings before Christmas 2025. Make informed dining choices.
Birmingham's 2026 leaders face strict financial controls
Future Birmingham council leaders elected in 2026 will lack full autonomy, bound by a government-imposed action plan to ensure financial stability. Discover the binding roadmap for recovery.
Birmingham's new council leaders will have limited freedom
Government commissioners will oversee Birmingham City Council after the 2026 elections, restricting new leaders' autonomy with a strict action plan. Discover the roadmap for recovery.
Morgan Rogers stars as Aston Villa beat Man Utd 2-1
Morgan Rogers' stunning brace fired Aston Villa to a 2-1 Premier League victory over Manchester United, their tenth consecutive win. Read the full match report and player ratings here.
Birmingham City player ratings after 3-0 Sheffield United loss
Birmingham City's nightmare before Christmas as a Tommy Doyle red card and defensive errors gift Sheffield United a 3-0 win at Bramall Lane. See our full player ratings.
Birmingham B&M store gets zero hygiene rating
A B&M store in Birmingham has been given the lowest possible hygiene score of zero, placing it among the worst in the country. Read the full report and company response.
Birmingham City lose 3-1 to Southampton in Championship
Birmingham City's miserable away form persisted with a 3-1 loss at Southampton. Demarai Gray's stunning strike was in vain as Finn Azaz and Adam Armstrong secured the points for Saints. Read the full player ratings and match report.
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