Special needs transport crisis strands Sandwell children
Furious parents in Sandwell are campaigning for urgent reforms to special educational needs transport after children were left waiting hours for school transport or missing education entirely.
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Armed Police Storm Birmingham New Street in Terror Op
Birmingham's main railway station was plunged into chaos as armed counter-terrorism officers conducted a major security operation, leading to multiple arrests and significant disruption for travellers.
Flintshire launches ALN holiday activity programme
Flintshire County Council announces groundbreaking holiday activity programme specifically designed for children with ALN, ensuring inclusive support during school breaks.
A45 Gas Leak Closure Causes Birmingham Traffic Chaos
Emergency services rush to fix dangerous gas leak on key Birmingham route, causing major traffic disruption and road closures throughout Thursday.
Gas Leak Closes A45 - Major Birmingham Route Shut
Critical incident as emergency services respond to hazardous gas leak on key Birmingham route, causing widespread travel disruption and evacuations
Freight train derails near Birmingham - major disruption
A freight train derailment near Birmingham International has caused widespread rail chaos, with multiple services suspended and major delays expected throughout the day. Emergency services are on scene assessing the situation.
Barcelona Legend Retires: Birmingham Education Revealed
Exclusive insight into how a Birmingham education shaped one of football's greatest defenders as he announces retirement from professional play.
Birmingham's bridge bashing crisis costs £100k
Exclusive investigation reveals Birmingham's low bridges have been struck over 1,000 times in three years, costing taxpayers nearly £100,000 in repairs and causing major traffic disruption across the city.
Midlands Best Secondary Schools Named in 2025 Guide
The latest Real Schools Guide 2025 has unveiled the top-performing secondary schools across the Midlands, with several institutions achieving outstanding results in education quality and student development.
Met Office Snow Warning: Midlands Braced for Arctic Blast
The Met Office has issued a stark warning as snow and ice threaten to grip the Midlands this week, with temperatures set to plunge below freezing and widespread disruption expected.
Aston University Opens New Medical School to First Students
Aston University has opened its doors to the inaugural cohort of medical students, marking a significant milestone in addressing the Midlands' doctor shortage and transforming healthcare education.
UK Snow Bomb: 10cm Blanket to Paralyse Parts
Britain faces travel chaos and school closures as Met Office warns of significant snowfalls reaching up to 10cm in coming days. Get the latest weather warnings and regional breakdown.
Malala: My mother wished I was never born
Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai reveals her mother's heartbreaking admission and shares intimate family struggles in powerful new interview about their journey from Pakistan to Birmingham.
BBC The One Show filming interrupted by police incident
Exclusive behind-the-scenes look as BBC presenters Alex Jones and Jermaine Jenas are unexpectedly interrupted by breaking police incident during live broadcast preparations in Birmingham.
769-Mile Snow Bomb to Blanket UK - Travel Chaos
Britain braces for severe disruption as a massive 769-mile snow system sweeps across the country, with meteorologists warning of potential travel chaos and plunging temperatures.
Birmingham School With Meerkats and Sugar Gliders
Discover the revolutionary Birmingham school where exotic animals including meerkats, sugar gliders and bearded dragons are transforming education and student wellbeing
EasyJet recycles crew uniforms into school wear
Discover how easyJet is leading sustainable fashion by recycling thousands of outdated crew uniforms into brand-new school uniforms, supporting families while reducing textile waste across the UK.
Wrexham University Awards Community Champions
Wrexham University honours four exceptional community champions with honorary fellowships, recognising their outstanding contributions to the local area and beyond.
Families challenge 'discriminatory' school transport cuts
Walsall Council faces mounting pressure as parents and campaigners challenge controversial cuts to home-to-school transport, arguing they disproportionately affect vulnerable children with special needs.
Mum beats cancer twice to become teacher
After beating cancer twice, an inspirational mother of four is chasing her lifelong ambition to become a teacher, proving that resilience and determination can overcome any obstacle.
Homebuilder boosts school library with book donation
Discover how a Yorkshire homebuilder is making a real difference in the community by donating hundreds of books to a local school library and rewarding young artistic talent through a creative competition.
Secondary pupils reading less for pleasure, survey finds
Shocking new research reveals secondary school students are reading significantly less for enjoyment, with screen time and academic pressure blamed for the dramatic decline.
Bramley Music: Community Harmony Through Innovation
Discover how Bramley Music is transforming the local cultural landscape with exciting new programmes, community workshops, and innovative musical initiatives that are bringing residents together.
School Scarecrow Joins English Heritage Trail
A creative scarecrow crafted by St Nicholas School pupils makes history by joining the official English Heritage trail, celebrating local heritage and community spirit
80mph Storm Warning: Power Cuts and Travel Chaos Ahead
The Met Office has issued urgent weather warnings as a powerful storm packing 80mph winds threatens widespread disruption across Britain this week.
Minecraft servers down in global Azure outage
Microsoft's Azure cloud outage causes worldwide Minecraft server collapse, leaving frustrated gamers unable to connect. Technical issues persist for hours across multiple regions.
Birmingham climate activist sentenced for M6 protest
A Birmingham climate activist has been sentenced after scaling a motorway gantry and causing major traffic disruption during a Just Stop Oil protest on the M6.
Amazon and Microsoft Networks Crash in Major Outage
Massive internet disruption hits thousands as tech giants Amazon and Microsoft suffer simultaneous network failures, bringing down popular services across the UK and beyond.
80mph Winds to Batter UK in Severe Storm
A powerful storm system is forecast to unleash 80mph winds across the UK, with the Met Office warning of potential travel chaos, power cuts and dangerous conditions.
Woodland centre for special needs kids gets £1k boost
A Berkshire woodland centre providing outdoor experiences for children with special educational needs receives significant funding from local housebuilder to expand its vital services.
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