Walsall MP Valerie Vaz questions the controversial Reedswood Park free school project, citing accessibility issues and a 'covid VIP lane' selection process. Discover why this £50m investment faces local opposition.
West of England leaders endorse a proposed tourist tax on overnight stays to fund transport and local projects. Find out how this could transform the region's visitor economy.
Alconbury C of E Primary School receives a £1,500 donation from David Wilson Homes to fund its new forest school area, enhancing outdoor learning for pupils.
English mayors including Sadiq Khan and Andy Burnham gain powers to impose a tourist tax on hotel stays to fund local projects, despite hospitality sector opposition.
Kent communities welcome a new council funding model based on current need, ending the outdated system that left areas like Dover and Deal struggling. Discover how this change will impact local services.
Stagecoach Stourbridge students aged 11-16 wowed a packed Shaftesbury Theatre with a Madness medley after just eight rehearsals. Discover their journey and book a trial.
Leeds-based Uniphy has secured £3m funding to develop its intuitive 'smart surface' technology for vehicles, offering a safer alternative to touchscreens. Discover how this innovation is set to transform our interaction with machines.
Year 5 student Sophie Baverstock from Lightwater Village School secures two bronze medals at the JSKA World Karate Championships in Japan. Discover her inspiring journey.
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board faces criticism from 300 senior doctors over recruitment freeze targeting 350 job cuts. Read the full investigation into the healthcare crisis.
Struggling East Riding households could get a £250 Cost of Living payment. Check if you meet the three key conditions for this vital DWP-funded support.
A West Midlands programme has helped 2,000 SMEs secure £4.2m. Businesses urge its continuation as funding ends in March 2026. Read more and see how to attend the final summit.
Four Rotary clubs in Shepway have donated £12,000 to local schools over three years, supporting underprivileged children with essentials like uniforms and school trips. Discover how this community partnership works.
Warwickshire Council plans to spend £500,000 of HS2 road safety funding to permanently keep temporary street lighting on Fosse Way. The move aims to enhance long-term road safety.
Warwickshire County Council requests HS2 deadline extension to allocate £2.5 million for A446 Coleshill Junction safety improvements. Read the latest transport news.
Struggling Surrey households can apply for free vouchers worth up to £300 for groceries at Aldi, Asda, Tesco and six other supermarkets. Learn how to apply now.
South Staffordshire community projects including a memorial garden and outdoor gym receive £125k government funding boost from UK Shared Prosperity and Rural England Prosperity Funds.
Millions of UK households face council tax hikes of up to 10% as Labour considers removing the referendum requirement. Discover how this affects you.
Mandy Calaz from Devizes lost her husband Mark to a brain tumour and is now urging public support for Brain Tumour Research's Christmas appeal to fund vital research.
Bristol startup Emm's high-tech menstrual cup raises £6.8m. The wearable device tracks flow and cycle data, launching in the UK in 2026. Discover the future of women's health tech.
A new £2.5m equity scheme is set to transform film and high-end TV production in Cornwall, creating jobs and showcasing the region's unique identity. Discover the impact.
A unique Snow White pantomime created and performed by people with learning disabilities takes the stage at Sutton Town Hall. Celebrate inclusion and community spirit.
The inaugural St Giles Hospice Winter Gala at Moxhull Hall raised £40,000, funding over 1,330 hours of specialist end-of-life care. Discover how to support their 2026 event.
Home Office minister Jess Phillips urges teachers to demand more recognition for their work, citing the example of Birmingham bin workers. Discover the government's plan for schools.
The Development Bank of Wales has invested over £1bn, supporting 51,000+ jobs and generating £5.8bn in economic value. Discover how this impacts Welsh businesses and communities.
A £50 million subsidy protecting West Midlands bus routes from cuts has been extended for 15 months. Discover how this decision secures vital transport links for communities.
A new partnership has secured the future of Frankley Library in Birmingham, transforming it into a community hub with expanded support services. Discover how this collaboration saved a vital local resource.
New research reveals the average UK SME starts with under £6,000, with 80% walking a financial tightrope. Discover the personal sacrifices and the call for more entrepreneurial support.
Community groups in North Kesteven can now apply for up to £1,500 from a new £18,000 Flourishing Communities Grant. Funding supports projects like defibrillators and play equipment. Apply by November 30, 2025.
Stockport County Community Trust launches a pioneering health and care research programme at Edgeley Park stadium, making vital studies more accessible to the local community.
Discover Rochdale's vibrant arts scene featuring Farah Nisa's poetry exhibition, Shaun the Sheep's circus show, and classic silent film screenings. Explore cultural events happening across Greater Manchester this season.