Stow Heath Primary School in Willenhall set for demolition
Plans submitted to demolish and replace 'poor condition' Stow Heath Primary School in Willenhall with a modern facility, including a new SEND unit, by September 2028. Read the full details.
Plans submitted to demolish and replace 'poor condition' Stow Heath Primary School in Willenhall with a modern facility, including a new SEND unit, by September 2028. Read the full details.
Banks Group welcomes six new graduates, while B Local North East, True North, Metropolitan House, and Nova Pangaea Technologies announce key appointments. Discover the latest business moves shaping the region.
Accessibility upgrades for Small Heath, Ledbury & Whitchurch stations are halted. The DfT cites funding concerns, impacting 19 national projects. Read the full story.
A public notice confirms daytime live firing at Dartmoor's Willsworthy range on 16 Jan 2026. Okehampton & Merrivale ranges are not in use. Essential safety guidance for visitors.
MSI Reproductive Choices UK opens a state-of-the-art abortion clinic in the West Midlands, expanding access and specialist training nationwide. Discover how this transforms reproductive healthcare.
Denise Wilkinson and Dave Taylor share how Lancashire County Council's Sensory Impairment Team provided priceless support, including long cane training, after sight loss. Discover the life-changing service.
Young people in Bolton aged 16-25 can apply for a free, intensive 12-week course run with the fire service. Gain qualifications, work experience and confidence. Apply now.
Money Saving Expert founder Martin Lewis shares his five key pieces of advice for new graduates, covering success, reputation, tax, and career paths. Read his essential wisdom.
Okehampton Camp releases the Dartmoor live firing timetable for January 2026. Daytime exercises are scheduled at Willsworthy only. Learn about safety protocols and public access.
The Plym Group Ltd has applied to use Redlake Training Estate as an operating centre for one goods vehicle and trailer. Local residents have 21 days to submit representations.
Two young women from Ashby-de-la-Zouch shared how a Rotary-sponsored leadership course boosted their confidence. Discover how to apply for this free annual opportunity.
The BBC is pursuing legal action to have Donald Trump's $10bn defamation claim thrown out, arguing the disputed Panorama programme was not aired in the US. A trial could be set for 2027.
A multi-million pound NHS scheme training international doctors in Birmingham has been shut down after a review found unfair pay and governance failures. Plus, Birmingham was the UK's top moving destination in 2025.
With employees already using AI tools, businesses must lead the skills shift. Upskilling your workforce is critical for security, growth, and future-proofing your organisation. Act now before it's too late.
The Hackney Academy is back, offering 50 locals free training & entry to the sold-out 2026 Hackney Half Marathon. Applications close Jan 14. Apply now!
The DWP announces free occupational health training for 5,000 managers to help retain staff with health issues. Critics fear it may force disabled people into work.
Regional law firm Wilkin Chapman Rollits has been ranked in the 'Elite' top 10 of the Chambers Student 2026 Guide for trainee solicitor satisfaction. Discover why their training programme excels.
Aerospace giant Airbus partners with Weston College to launch a flagship skills academy in Filton, creating a talent pipeline for the UK's £2.7bn aerospace cluster. Opening September 2026.
Birmingham City Council's troubled Oracle IT system faces another major setback, pushing its launch to summer 2026. The project, now four years late, has cost £171m. Read the exclusive details.
A clinical animal behaviourist with 20+ years' experience shares five simple techniques to enrich your senior dog's life and strengthen your bond. Learn how to teach 'Nose to Hand' and more.
Lord's Taverners Wales' annual Christmas Lunches raised a record £43,000 for youth cricket and disability sports. Over 540 guests attended the Cardiff events, funding vital programmes across Wales.
Birmingham Council's pilot for temporary traveller sites is delayed again, with no start in sight. The plan aims to reduce unauthorised encampments and their associated costs.
The UK government reveals a bold new road safety strategy targeting a 70% reduction in child deaths by 2035. Key measures include tackling drink driving and improving young driver training.
The Ministry of Defence announces live firing at Dartmoor's Willsworthy range from Jan 6-9, 2026. Okehampton & Merrivale ranges are inactive. Check warning signals and stay safe.
Plans to convert a former West Midlands Police training centre in Smethwick into a 76-bed HMO for healthcare workers and professionals are under consideration. Read the full details.
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School announces new foundation courses one year after pausing undergraduate training. Applications close March 26 for a September start.
Discover how a simple pre-holiday ski session at a UK slope can transform your first day on the mountain. Expert tips and a guide to local practice venues.
FOMO Connect 2025, a community arts programme for the UK's Malayali diaspora, concluded in Derby. Explore how music, storytelling, and food fostered connection and cultural identity.
Heads of the Valleys Training opens a second site in Crumlin, backed by a £70,000 micro loan from the Development Bank of Wales, to meet rising demand for industrial and safety courses.
The NHS launches a routine chickenpox vaccine for children via a new MMRV jab. Find out if your child is eligible and when they can receive the immunisation.