Fisherman's 30-minute licence rant lands £2k fine
A Staffordshire angler's aggressive 30-minute tirade at an Environment Agency officer over a missing rod licence has resulted in a £1,994 legal bill. Read the full story.
A Staffordshire angler's aggressive 30-minute tirade at an Environment Agency officer over a missing rod licence has resulted in a £1,994 legal bill. Read the full story.
Aldi urgently recalls Dairyfine Salted Caramel Filled Gonks due to undeclared peanuts. Check batch code 4061463276865. Return product for full refund.
Amazon has cut the price of the popular LEGO Classic Large Creative Brick Storage Box by 27% just in time for Christmas. Get the deal now for creative holiday fun.
Around 40 agency refuse collectors in Birmingham have walked out, joining hundreds of full-time staff in an ongoing dispute over alleged bullying and blacklisting. Read the latest on the city's waste collection crisis.
Birmingham City Council suspends all waste collections on December 1 due to mass pickets. Agency workers join the strike, with services set to resume on Tuesday. Full story.
Birmingham's bin collections are suspended after agency workers join the strike. The council apologises and aims to clear the backlog by Sunday. Read the latest.
Bin collections across Birmingham are suspended today as agency workers join the ongoing strike. The council apologises and urges residents to leave bins out. Full details on the dispute.
The Birmingham bin strike intensifies as agency staff from Job & Talent join the picket line. Unite union says numbers are 'growing daily'. Follow the latest developments.
Environment Agency issues flood alerts for Shropshire areas. Residents urged to prepare as Met Office weather warnings trigger flooding concerns. Stay safe.
The Environment Agency has issued flood warnings for parts of Shropshire as the Met Office forecasts heavy rainfall. Residents urged to be prepared and avoid flood water.
Birmingham City Council confirms major road safety overhaul for 2026, including 30mph limits on 27 roads and new speed cameras. Drivers urged to prepare for changes.
Celebrate Rochdale's vibrant arts scene by nominating local heroes for the Rochdale Culture Awards 2026. Submit your entries before December 19 deadline.
Aldi issues 'do not eat' alert for Dairyfine Salted Caramel Filled Gonks due to undeclared peanuts. Customers urged to return product for a full refund.
A father and son avoid jail after a £20.3m heroin haul was found hidden in fruit juice from Afghanistan. The NCA is now hunting two other suspects.
Flood alerts issued for three West Midlands areas as Met Office yellow warning for heavy rain remains in effect. Environment Agency urges residents to 'be prepared'.
Step back in time with unearthed retro photographs showcasing 1970s Birmingham life, from Handsworth chip shops to music legends. Explore this nostalgic gallery now.
Asda urgently pulls its 10 Mini Duck Spring Rolls due to an incorrect use-by date. Customers warned not to eat and to return product for a full refund.
Contracted refuse staff join Birmingham's long-running bin strike amid bullying and pay cut disputes. Rally scheduled for December 1 as council defends contingency plans.
Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth unveils plans for a new national development agency to boost the Welsh economy, potentially reviving the WDA brand. Learn more about this key election pledge.
Birmingham's £1.9bn Smithfield regeneration enters a crucial archaeological phase, uncovering medieval history before transforming the city centre. Discover the timeline and impact.
Discover Medicine Bakery, Birmingham's hidden gem in Selfridges offering magical festive treats, Disney music and escape from Bullring crowds. A local secret worth sharing!
Experience San Carlo Birmingham's exquisite three-course festive menu featuring turkey, sea bass and indulgent desserts. Perfect Christmas dining in Birmingham.
Join the University of East London's Winter Festival & Community Health Day on November 26. Enjoy creative workshops, live performances, and free health checks at the Stratford Campus.
Spaceport Cornwall could host the European Space Agency's INVICTUS programme, accelerating Europe's journey towards aircraft-like space access and creating hundreds of high-skilled UK jobs.
Ofsted inspectors found high caseloads are hindering Dudley Council's children's services. While social workers are dedicated, service delivery remains inconsistent. Read the full report.
Marketing agency Hussel transforms a Hummer H2 into a 'Mobile Disruption Unit' for live events, backed by the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II. Discover how this innovative project is set to revolutionise brand engagement.
Flapjackery issues a 'do not eat' warning for three Christmas products due to undeclared almonds. Full refunds available. Check if your items are affected.
Birmingham faces a weekend washout with heavy rain and five flood alerts issued. The Met Office forecasts unsettled weather with maximum temperatures of 9°C. Stay informed.
Join Rochdale's first poet laureate Sammy Weaver for a creative poetry workshop exploring belonging. Beginners welcome. Submit poems for Rochdale's Year of Culture anthology.
Two Birmingham men are on the run after a £20m heroin shipment, concealed in pomegranate juice, was seized. Shamut Khan and Matiullah Zamankhel are wanted by the NCA. Contact authorities with information.