Worcester councillors have condemned West Mercia's PCC office as a 'gravy train for failed Tory politicians' amid police cuts controversy. Discover the full story behind the abolition of the role in 2028.
Five men arrested on suspicion of murder after a fatal attack on Barbourne Road, Worcester, have been released on bail. Police continue to appeal for witnesses.
Bespak's pharmaceutical plant in Holmes Chapel is set for approval for a major expansion, creating 150 jobs and producing next-generation, environmentally friendly inhalers.
Major delays on M5 northbound after van overturns near Worcester. All lanes closed, 5-mile queues reported. Check live traffic updates for latest travel news.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' £2,000 salary sacrifice cap in the Autumn Budget could force thousands of employers to scrap pension schemes and halt hiring. Experts warn of a £4.7bn raid on retirement savings.
A murder investigation is underway after a man in his 30s died from injuries sustained in a street attack on Barbourne Road, Worcester. Five people have been arrested.
Morris Commercial Ltd will manufacture its electric Morris JE van in Wales, creating 150 skilled jobs. Production begins late 2026 at Bro Tathan business park.
A man is in a critical condition after a serious assault on Barbourne Road, Worcester. Five men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Metals recycling firm Unimetals has filed for compulsory liquidation, putting 650 jobs at risk across 27 UK sites including Halesowen and Smethwick. Read the full story.
Gosforth's RMT Technology secures a major national IT contract with nuclear specialist Cyclife UK, part of EDF Group, leading to the creation of new jobs across the UK.
CS Connected, Wales' compound semiconductor cluster, celebrates its 10th anniversary with ambitious plans to create 6,000 high-skilled jobs and reach £1bn in revenue by 2030. Discover how this tech hub is transforming South Wales.
The future of Sunrise Bakery, a family-run craft business founded in 1966, has been secured, protecting all 23 jobs. Discover how the acquisition saved this Smethwick institution.
A new £300m green energy hub in Carrington will create over 700 jobs and store wind power for the national grid, welcomed by Mayor Andy Burnham. Discover how this boosts the UK's net-zero ambitions.
A Worcester mother could be forced to demolish a £170,000 garden building made for her disabled daughter after council refused retrospective planning permission. Discover the full story.
Co-op invests £70m to create 7,000 life-changing apprenticeships by 2030, focusing on retail, care, and deprived communities. Find out how to apply for these new roles.
Worcester Labour MP Tom Collins is urged to stand up for wildlife after voting against protection amendments to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill. Can he reconcile housing needs with nature?
Worcester City Council plans to charge extra council tax on 200 properties empty for over a year. The move aims to bring homes back into use and generate revenue.
Two Tesco delivery drivers, Ben Rowe and Leo Kuriakose, have been honoured for pulling a man and his dog from a burning vehicle in Worcester. Their swift action likely saved a life.
Drivers in Oxford now face paying over £10 to park for less than an hour due to a new £5 daily congestion charge. Discover how this impacts visitors and local businesses.
Lloyds Bank's third green retrofit loan of 2025 will upgrade over 11,000 social homes, supporting 2,000 skilled construction jobs. Discover how this initiative boosts energy efficiency.
Aer Lingus is considering shutting its Manchester Airport base, threatening the direct Orlando route to Walt Disney World and putting 200 jobs at risk. Discover the full story.
Rimmers Farm in Wichenford seeks council approval for a dozen shipping containers to be leased for private storage, aiming to capitalise on growing demand from Worcester's expansion.
Worcester City Council considers supporting Hope Not Hate campaign after reported hate crimes increase for first time in three years. Join the stand against discrimination.
Latest figures reveal a surprising 9% unemployment spike in the affluent area of Sutton Coldfield, bucking the regional and national trend of falling joblessness.
A new AI growth zone in South Wales will unlock billions in data centre investment and create 5,000 jobs over the next decade, cementing the UK's leadership in artificial intelligence.
Wetherspoons partners with University of Birmingham's Guild of Students to open a new affordable pub on campus in 2026, creating jobs and supporting student life.
Discover the five West Midlands towns named among the UK's 20 most underrated destinations for 2026 by KAYAK. Plan your next staycation now!
Two sisters living next door in Rubery, Worcestershire, have won a combined £250,000 on the Postcode Lottery alongside nine neighbours. The life-changing money will fund home adaptations and dream holidays.
Middletons Steakhouse & Grill rescued from administration by its shareholders, safeguarding all 159 jobs across its seven restaurants in England. Read the full story.
Historic engineering giant Smiths is creating 50 new UK jobs, opening a Birmingham hub at 60 Church Street. Apply now for apprenticeships and corporate roles via their careers website.