Birmingham bin collections suspended due to strike
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.
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Birmingham bin strike escalates as agency staff join
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.
Birmingham bin strike: Agency workers join picket lines
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.
Agency Workers Join Birmingham Bin Strike Picket
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.
Flood alerts for Shropshire after Met Office warnings
Environment Agency issues flood alerts for Shropshire areas. Residents urged to prepare as Met Office weather warnings trigger flooding concerns. Stay safe.
Flood alerts issued for two Midlands areas
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.
Aldi recalls Christmas snack over peanut allergy risk
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.
£20m heroin racket smashed in Birmingham
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.
West Midlands Flood Alert: Three Areas at Risk
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'.
Asda recalls unsafe party snack from shelves
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.
Agency workers join Birmingham bin strike rally
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.
PIP recipients warned about new EV mileage tax
Disabled drivers on PIP will pay new electric vehicle mileage charge despite existing exemptions. Learn how the 2028 tax change affects you.
Plaid Cymru plans new Welsh development agency
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.
Budget 2025: Car tax rise for petrol and diesel drivers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Vehicle Excise Duty will rise with inflation from 2026, hitting petrol and diesel drivers. Electric vehicle pay-per-mile charge confirmed for 2028.
Cornwall shortlisted for ESA hypersonic flight programme
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.
High Caseloads Impact Dudley Children's Services
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.
Hussel's Hummer: Mobile Marketing Hub with NPIF II Support
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 recalls Christmas products over allergy risk
Flapjackery issues a 'do not eat' warning for three Christmas products due to undeclared almonds. Full refunds available. Check if your items are affected.
High-mileage EV drivers face £267 new road tax charge
1.4 million electric vehicle owners driving over 8,900 miles yearly could pay £267 under new road tax plans. Learn how the proposed mileage-based charge affects you.
Birmingham hit by flood alerts as rain deluges city
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.
Birmingham duo wanted after £20m drugs seizure
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.
Two charged with vehicle theft in Birmingham
Police detained two people at a Birmingham apartment block following reports of vehicle crime. Lisa Wise and Emile George have been charged with theft from a motor vehicle.
Child rape suspect arrested in Liverpool after France warrant
Sujanth Ketheeswararasa, 30, detained in Liverpool over alleged child rape in France. NCA officers made arrest as extradition proceedings begin. Full hearing set for March 2026.
£20m heroin juice smugglers avoid prison
A father and son avoided jail after smuggling £20m of heroin into Birmingham hidden in pomegranate juice. Two other suspects remain at large in this major NCA bust.
Flapjackery Recalls Mince Pie Flapjacks Over Nuts
Urgent warning for UK households as Flapjackery recalls Mince Pie Crumble Flapjacks due to undeclared almonds. Check your Christmas treats now.
Urgent recall: Three Christmas foods pulled from sale
The Food Standards Agency warns customers not to eat three recalled Christmas food products due to undeclared almonds. Return items for a full refund.
UK's Second 'Snow Bomb' to Bring Four Days of Snow
The UK faces a second major snow event with a four-day freeze set to hit all Home Nations. The Met Office has issued multiple weather warnings. Stay informed and prepared.
UK snow and ice alert as cold snap hits
The UK Health Security Agency issues a cold weather alert for parts of England. Widespread frost, snow, and ice are expected, with temperatures plummeting to -7°C. Drivers warned of hazardous conditions.
Gangster's 'Treasure Map' Guns Plot Exposed
Crime boss Thomas 'Bomber' Kavanagh drew a treasure map to hidden machine guns in a failed bid to reduce his 21-year sentence. The NCA's encrypted phone crackdown uncovered the audacious ruse.
Tax Uncertainty Halts UK Electric Car Adoption
New data reveals nearly half of UK drivers are reconsidering electric vehicle purchases due to uncertain tax changes. Discover how policy shifts are impacting the EV market.
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