Birmingham Bin Strike: New 'Megapicket' Set for Jan 30
Birmingham faces more bin chaos as a third 'megapicket' is planned for January 30, 2026. The strike over pay and roles threatens renewed disruption. Read the latest.
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Major Bloxwich Fire Prompts 'Avoid Area' Warning
A major fire ripped through a commercial building in Bloxwich, Walsall. West Midlands Fire Service deployed ten crews. No casualties reported. Read the latest.
Bishop offers to mediate in Birmingham bin strike
Bishop Desmond Jaddoo offers to mediate in Birmingham's long-running bin strike, citing public health fears. He's even willing to meet on Christmas Day. Read the latest.
New 2026 bin rules: Four bins for UK households
Major new bin collection rules are set for 2026, requiring households to separate waste into four containers. Learn how the changes will affect you and boost recycling.
Birmingham Jewellery Quarter Shop for Auction
A prime retail and office space at 34 Tenby Street in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter is set for auction on December 10th. Guide price is £230,000+. Discover the details and how to bid.
Birmingham Council Denies Hiring New Bin Strike Workers
Birmingham City Council denies union claims it is hiring new agency staff for 'strikebreaking' as bin strike escalates. Get the latest on the dispute.
Birmingham women reveal 'least safe' areas in new survey
A new survey reveals the Birmingham streets women actively avoid after reporting catcalling, assault, and being followed. Calls grow for urgent safety improvements.
Christmas Decoration Mistake Could Lead to £1,000 Fine
UK households warned over festive garden waste disposal. Dumping natural decorations risks £1,000 fines and harms wildlife. Check your local council's Christmas collection schedule now.
Birmingham Council hires new bin staff during strike
Birmingham City Council is recruiting new agency workers for street cleaning as bin strikes continue, Unite claims. The union alleges this is to replace striking staff.
Bin strike sparks fly-tipping fears in Solihull
Concerns rise as Birmingham's bin strike impacts Solihull with increased fly-tipping. Council data shows over 3,000 incidents, with plans for a new enforcement strategy underway.
Birmingham bin strike causes fresh collection delays
Striking bin workers in Birmingham have blockaded the Atlas depot, causing major delays and likely missed collections. The bitter dispute over pay and conditions continues to disrupt the city.
£80 fines for wheelie bin mistakes hit UK households
UK councils are issuing £80 fixed penalties for wheelie bin misuse. Learn the rules to avoid fines for blocking pavements or causing a nuisance.
Tameside Christmas bin collection changes announced
Tameside Council confirms festive bin collection dates for Christmas 2025. No brown bin collections from Dec 25 to Jan 7. Check your revised green, black, and blue bin days.
Multi-million pound Bridgend industrial park deal completed
Developer Robert Hitchins sells phase one of Central Park in Bridgend to private investors. The 83,693 sq ft, fully-let scheme is a major boost for South Wales commercial property.
Birmingham Clash Over Public Safety Emergency Call
Conservative councillors demand a public safety emergency in Birmingham after stabbings, but Labour says crime is falling and action is already a top priority. Read the full debate.
Birmingham's new bin collection plan confirmed for 2026
Birmingham City Council confirms major waste service overhaul, including fortnightly rubbish collections and new food waste bins, will start in June 2026 regardless of ongoing strike action.
Birmingham's New Food Waste Service Set for 2026
Birmingham City Council plans a new weekly food waste collection and second recycling bin from June 2026, aiming to boost recycling rates above 30% despite ongoing strikes.
Birmingham's new bin collection plan revealed
Birmingham City Council unveils a multi-million pound overhaul of bin collections, introducing four bins and weekly food waste from June 2025 to boost recycling.
Birmingham's four-bin system starts June 2026
Birmingham City Council unveils a massive bins shake-up. From June 2026, households will get four bins for fortnightly collections and weekly food waste pickups. Get the full list of changes and dates.
Major £340m expansion planned for Durham's Integra 61
Plans for a £340m second phase at Integra 61 in Durham, adding 3m sq ft of space, could create over 3,000 jobs and boost the regional economy by £2bn. Read the latest.
Birmingham agency bin workers join strike action
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 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.
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.
Metrocentre unveils new shopping and leisure zone
Metrocentre Partnership reveals plans for The Crescent, a new independent retail destination following a £70m refinance deal. Transformation begins early 2026.
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.
Speke warehouse plan recommended for approval
Controversial plans for a huge logistics warehouse in Speke, Liverpool, are set for approval despite community objections. The development promises over 500 new jobs and £35m economic boost.
Birmingham Council 'bullied' bin drivers with league table
Birmingham City Council faces bullying claims after ranking agency bin drivers in a 'league table'. The council denies the allegations. Find out more about the dispute.
LV Shipping expands regional presence at Monkton Business Park
Teesside logistics firm LV Shipping expands its North East footprint to 25,000sqft at Infinity Park, supporting new contracts and regional economic growth. Discover the details.
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