Dudley's £56m SEND funding crisis explained
Dudley Council faces a £56m SEND funding black hole despite a national budget change. Discover the local crisis and what the future holds for special needs provision.
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Dudley's £56m SEND deficit 'bomb' unresolved
Dudley Council awaits answers on a £56m SEND funding deficit despite a new national policy. The financial 'bomb' could still push the authority towards effective bankruptcy. Read the latest.
Bentley seized and nine arrests in police crackdown
West Midlands Police seized 66 uninsured vehicles, including a Bentley, and made nine arrests during a major 24-hour road safety operation. Discover the full results of the crackdown.
Uninsured drivers targeted in police crackdown
Police are targeting uninsured drivers with £300 fines and driving bans. Learn about Operation Scalis and how it affects road safety across the UK.
Brothel keeper admits running two Birmingham sex dens
Zhong Wang, 44, from Erdington, has pleaded guilty to running two brothels in Birmingham after police found a hoard of evidence. He will be sentenced next year.
Midlands Police Day of Action on Road Safety
West Midlands Police launch a major day of action targeting dangerous and uninsured drivers. The operation involves drones, police dogs, and multi-agency teams to improve road safety.
Royal Mail's Christmas 2025 last posting dates
Royal Mail warns UK households to post early for Christmas 2025. Key deadlines for 1st Class, 2nd Class, and Special Delivery revealed. Don't miss the last posting dates!
£2m policing bill for Villa vs Maccabi Tel Aviv match
West Midlands Police spent an estimated £2 million on policing the Aston Villa vs Maccabi Tel Aviv match. The PCC is now demanding a government refund. Discover the full story.
Melanie Blatt Joins Strictly Christmas Special
All Saints star Melanie Blatt is the second celebrity confirmed for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special. She will be partnered with pro dancer Kai Widdrington.
Strictly Fans Demand All Stars After Finalists' Return
Strictly Come Dancing viewers are demanding an All Stars series after former finalists Layton Williams, Ashley Roberts, Jay McGuiness and Danny Mac made a spectacular return. No one was eliminated this week.
Police launch major crime blitz in Erdington
West Midlands Police launch Operation Skybridge in Erdington, targeting vehicle crime, drugs and burglary. Officers have already made multiple arrests and seized weapons.
Strictly 2025 Christmas Special Cast Announced
Scarlett Moffatt is the first celebrity confirmed for the Strictly Come Dancing 2025 Christmas special. Get the full cast list and festive details here.
Third Strictly star injured, threatening show place
Strictly Come Dancing faces a new injury crisis as Alex Kingston performs with a dislocated rib, following La Voix's exit. Will she continue?
Strictly Stars Return for Blackpool Special
Four former Strictly Come Dancing finalists are making a special comeback for the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom results show. Find out who's returning and what they had to say.
Strictly's Blackpool Special Hit by Injury Blow
Strictly Come Dancing's Blackpool special sees only six couples compete after La Voix's injury. Bookies tip Balvinder Sopal as the favourite to be eliminated. Read the latest odds and news.
Scarlett Moffatt for Strictly Christmas Special
Strictly Come Dancing reveals Scarlett Moffatt as the first celebrity for its 2025 Christmas special. She'll be dancing with pro Vito Coppola. Find out more!
Birmingham police raid seizes gun and drugs
West Midlands Police uncovered a shotgun, imitation firearms, Class A drugs and illegal alcohol during coordinated raids in Digbeth. Four arrests made in city-wide crackdown.
Shotgun and ammo seized in Solihull police raid
A shotgun and 13 rounds of ammunition were discovered by police during a raid on a property in Pendrell Close, Chelmsley Wood. A man and woman have been arrested. Join BirminghamLive for breaking news.
Peep Show cast reunites for Bake Off Christmas special
The beloved cast of Channel 4's Peep Show are reuniting for the first time since 2015 for a festive Great British Bake Off special. Don't miss this Christmas treat!
Birmingham drug dealer jailed for attack and cannabis
Xiao Long Lin from Birmingham sentenced to over two years for vicious metal pole assault and dealing cannabis worth £12,000. Read the full court details.
Strictly shock: Vicky Pattison eliminated on birthday
Strictly Come Dancing viewers were stunned as Vicky Pattison was eliminated in a brutal dance-off on her 38th birthday. Read the full emotional exit story.
Man arrested carrying TV in Birmingham street
West Midlands Police arrested a 52-year-old man on Slade Road, Erdington, on suspicion of burglary. Officers seized a television, power tools, and electrical items during Operation Skybridge.
Drug dealer caught in Bloxwich road safety operation
West Midlands Police arrested four people, including a suspected drug dealer, during a road safety operation in Bloxwich. Eleven vehicles were seized. Read the full story.
Veteran's 5,200-mile fundraising feat for SSAFA
Inspirational Wirral veteran Gina Allsop finished a year-long, 5,200-mile endurance challenge, culminating at Everest Base Camp, raising vital funds for the Armed Forces charity SSAFA.
Rochdale Remembrance Services Honour Local Heroes
Rochdale's Remembrance season honoured veterans and fallen heroes, including D-Day veteran Les Brown, with new government veterans' strategy announced.
£38k illegal tobacco and vapes seized in Midlands
Trading Standards officers have seized almost £38,000 worth of illicit tobacco and vapes from 14 shops across Staffordshire. Investigations are underway, with some shops facing prosecution.
Drug dealer cars seized in Birmingham crime hotspots
West Midlands Police seize untaxed vehicles in Sparkhill following drug dealing intelligence. The cars were abandoned in crime hotspot areas. Read the latest.
Headteacher warns against 'putting a price on SEND'
As Dudley Council plans to cut costs by bringing SEND pupils back from independent schools, a headteacher cautions that educational quality must come before budgets. Discover the full story.
Special School Wins Prestigious National Award Double
Wings School Notts wins top NASS award for inclusive PE, months after Youth Sport Trust honour. Discover how their innovative approach transforms education.
Essex School Named UK's Most Outstanding for MLD
Market Field School in Essex has been crowned The Most Outstanding School for Students with Moderate Learning Difficulties at the Enablement Awards 2025. Discover how their innovative approach transforms education.
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