Empty Shoes Protest Reveals SEND Crisis Across UK
Families across England and Scotland are placing empty children's shoes outside council buildings in a poignant protest against special educational needs funding cuts and support failures.
Families across England and Scotland are placing empty children's shoes outside council buildings in a poignant protest against special educational needs funding cuts and support failures.
Discover how one remarkable Staffordshire family dominated the 2025 Sykes GEMS Awards with three generations celebrating business success together.
New government data reveals Gloucestershire requires up to 76,000 new homes by 2040, potentially necessitating two new towns to address the county's housing shortage and economic growth needs.
The historic market town of Chipping Campden unveils its spectacular Christmas lights display, creating a picture-perfect winter wonderland in the heart of the Cotswolds that's drawing visitors from across the UK.
A remarkable family-run farm in Staffordshire has achieved an extraordinary triple victory at the county's business awards, celebrating excellence in sustainability, diversification and community engagement.
Meteorologists predict unusually warm temperatures across England this week, potentially surpassing popular Spanish destinations like Barcelona and Mallorca as a high-pressure system brings Mediterranean-style warmth to British shores.
Celebrated volunteer Carol receives two prestigious awards for her outstanding 15-year commitment to Braintree's theatrical community at the Kings Community Church.
Explore the remarkable history of Tamworth, the ancient capital of Mercia that once ruled over much of England. Uncover how this market town predated London as England's political heart.
Valence School in Westerham celebrates a landmark victory at the Kent Mental Wellbeing Awards 2025, recognised for their innovative mental health initiatives and comprehensive student support programmes.
Discover how Newcastle's business champion secured the top honour at the North East Business Awards 2024, celebrating outstanding leadership and regional economic excellence.
The prestigious Enginuity Skills Awards 2026 have officially opened for entries, celebrating exceptional achievement in engineering and manufacturing skills across the UK.
New analysis reveals UK unemployment is forecast to rise significantly to 4.2% by mid-2024, with the Bank of England's interest rate hikes creating challenging conditions for businesses and job seekers alike.
Exclusive: Birmingham City tipped to secure dream transfer for England international goalkeeper amid major squad rebuild under new management
Former Birmingham City midfielder Lee Carsley has turned down interest from Celtic to remain in his role with the England Under-21s, dealing a blow to the Scottish giants' managerial search.
Explore Warwick's perfectly preserved medieval streets, where ancient timber-framed buildings and centuries-old market traditions offer an authentic taste of historic England just waiting to be discovered.
Discover which West Midlands communities have been named among the best places to live in 2025, from picturesque villages to thriving market towns offering exceptional quality of life.
Former Coleg Llandrillo students Dean and Kazia achieve magical triumph, winning prestigious Magic Circle awards after years of dedication to their craft.
A heartwarming story from Caerphilly as a grandfather-granddaughter photography team earns national acclaim in the prestigious British Photography Awards, showcasing their remarkable talent across generations.
Discover which British pubs have been crowned the nation's best for 2025 in the prestigious Top 100 Gastropub Awards, celebrating exceptional food, drink and atmosphere.
Wrexham University honours four exceptional community champions with honorary fellowships, recognising their outstanding contributions to the local area and beyond.
Discover the inspiring stories behind Tameside's Volunteer and Sporting Awards 2024, where local heroes received recognition for their extraordinary contributions to community life.
Dedicated volunteers across Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire have been honoured for their outstanding contributions to local wildlife conservation in a heartwarming ceremony organised by BBOWT.
Discover the exclusive Midlands hotel that hosted England's Euro 2024 squad - from luxury amenities to perfect privacy, we reveal what made it the Football Association's top choice.
A compassionate care worker from Port Talbot has been celebrated at the prestigious national Care Home Awards for her outstanding commitment to residents' wellbeing and innovative approach to elderly care.
Discover how Hertfordshire's most dedicated volunteers and community champions are being recognised for their extraordinary contributions to local life in a special awards ceremony.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major economic reforms including planning system overhaul, infrastructure investment, and energy security measures to boost UK economy and ease financial pressures on households.
Health chiefs issue urgent warning about inappropriate A&E use as millions visit emergency departments for conditions that could be treated elsewhere, creating dangerous bottlenecks in critical care.
Discover the Birmingham restaurants and takeaways competing for top honours in the city's celebrated 2026 Curry Awards, celebrating South Asian culinary excellence.
Explore why the historic market town of Ludlow has been named one of Britain's finest places to visit, from its medieval architecture to award-winning food scene and vibrant community spirit.
Discover which beloved British pubs have been crowned the nation's finest in this year's prestigious awards, featuring everything from historic coaching inns to trendy craft beer havens.