Birmingham bin strike escalates with agency workers
Birmingham bin strikes could extend beyond May elections as agency workers join picket lines. Council defends collection record despite ongoing dispute. Read the latest developments.
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Attempted murder arrest after three house fires
A 50-year-old man is in custody after three linked house fires in Ashby-de-la-Zouch. Three people, including two teenagers, were hospitalised. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Warwick University Accommodation Block Fire Contained
University of Warwick students evacuated after major fire at Arthur Vick 1 halls. No injuries reported as emergency services contain blaze. Support offered for temporary accommodation.
Woman charged with arson after Birmingham house fire
A 38-year-old woman faces arson charges after a house fire in Witton where four children were present. Emergency services responded to Deykin Avenue property.
Birmingham bin strike deepens as agency staff join
Birmingham's bin strike crisis worsens as agency workers vote to join picket lines from December 1. The year-long dispute has cost £14 million and threatens health hazards across the city.
Birmingham bin strike escalates with new walkout
Birmingham's bin strike crisis deepens as agency workers vote to join picket lines from December 1, raising fears of extended disruption through Christmas and beyond.
Fire Warning: Electric Blankets & Hot Water Bottles Risk
Gloucestershire Fire Brigade warns combining electric blankets with hot water bottles could cause electrocution as temperatures plummet to -7°C. Stay safe with these essential tips.
Birmingham bin strike chaos escalates for Christmas
Birmingham's bin strike crisis deepens as agency workers join the walkout, threatening Christmas collections. Get the latest on the extended dispute and its impact.
Fire damages Birmingham's Kulture Bar & Grill
A fire ripped through the Kulture Bar & Grill on Hockley Hill, Birmingham, damaging 30% of the ground floor. Crews from Ladywood, Aston and Handsworth attended the scene.
Final Phase of Sunderland Factory Regeneration Begins
The final phase of the £10m regeneration of Sunderland's former Dewhirst factory is underway, with Greggs and Starbucks drive-thrus coming. Discover how this brownfield site is becoming a new city gateway.
Airport explosion injures 15 and grounds flights
A massive explosion near Argentina's main international airport injures 15 and causes major flight disruption. Shocking footage captures the fireball and mushroom cloud.
Birmingham Council's 'Green' Union Rating Sparks Row
Birmingham City Council rates its industrial relations as 'green' despite ongoing bins strike. Opposition leader brands the assessment 'delusional' in heated council clash.
Amazon Fire TV Crackdown: UK Homes Face Visits
UK households using jailbroken Fire TV Sticks for illegal streaming face home visits and fines up to £2,000. FACT warns of data theft and fraud risks. Stay informed.
Birmingham flat fire battled by over a dozen crews
More than a dozen firefighters tackled a flat blaze on Old Walsall Road in Hamstead overnight. No injuries were reported. Get the latest Birmingham news.
BAE Systems strike continues after legal ruling
GMB union members at BAE Systems' Samlesbury and Warton sites have secured legal clearance to continue strike action in an ongoing pay dispute affecting over 1,300 workers.
Sports Centre Fire: Arrest After Major Midlands Blaze
A devastating fire has ripped through a Midlands sports facility, prompting a significant emergency response and subsequent arrest as authorities investigate the suspicious incident.
Bonfire Warning: £5,000 Fines for Illegal Fire Disposal
Experts warn households across Britain could face severe penalties for incorrect bonfire waste disposal as new research reveals dangerous trends in fire-related incidents.
UK manufacturing output rises for first time in over year
Britain's manufacturing sector shows signs of recovery as output grows for the first time since February 2023, driven by consumer goods and food production, though challenges remain.
BIG DUG Black Friday: Industrial Storage Deals
Discover unprecedented Black Friday deals on professional garage storage and industrial racking from BIG DUG. Transform your workspace with heavy-duty shelving at jaw-dropping prices.
Baby among four dead in devastating house fire
A catastrophic house fire in Staffordshire has claimed the lives of four family members, including a nine-month-old baby girl, in what police are describing as an unimaginable tragedy that has devastated the local community.
Family loses home in firework blaze tragedy
A Birmingham family lost everything when a firework display went horribly wrong, destroying their home and possessions just weeks before Christmas in a tragic turn of events.
Council rejects industrial estate flats plan in Wednesbury
Sandwell Council has refused controversial plans to convert a Wednesbury industrial estate into 173 apartments, citing concerns about losing employment space and inadequate infrastructure.
Birmingham man's cancer from childhood asbestos exposure
A Birmingham grandfather shares his devastating mesothelioma diagnosis linked to childhood asbestos exposure, warning others about the hidden dangers that continue to claim lives decades later.
Danger Cladding: 85 West Midlands Buildings At Risk
Exclusive investigation uncovers 85 buildings across Birmingham and West Midlands still wrapped in dangerous cladding years after Grenfell tragedy. Residents living in fear as safety crisis continues.
Birmingham Bin Strike 2025: Full Timeline
Birmingham faces a summer of disruption as bin workers announce strike action over pay disputes. Get the full timeline and understand how this will affect collections across the city.
Urgent UK warning over deadly letterbox fire risk
UK fire chiefs issue urgent warning about deadly letterbox dangers as energy costs soar and households seek alternative heating methods. Discover the simple protective measure that could prevent tragedy.
TT Electronics invests £20M in advanced manufacturing tech
Global tech manufacturer TT Electronics announces £20 million investment in advanced manufacturing equipment across UK sites, boosting production capacity and creating skilled jobs in the technology sector.
Tyne Bridge Rivet Auction for Baltic Art Fundraiser
A rare piece of Newcastle's industrial heritage goes under the hammer as an original rivet from the Tyne Bridge restoration project is auctioned to raise funds for Baltic Centre for Contemporary Arts.
Coventry family homeless after firework blaze destroys home
A Coventry family has been made homeless after a catastrophic firework blaze ripped through their Willenhall home, destroying everything they owned just weeks before Christmas.
WWII Tyneside factory gets £7.5m rebirth
A landmark WWII munitions factory in North Shields is poised for a spectacular £7.5 million rebirth as modern commercial space, creating 200 jobs and preserving Tyneside's industrial heritage.
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