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.
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.
Dudley Council faces union pressure over CCTV recordings capturing staff conversations. UNISON demands answers as investigation continues into data breach allegations.
Labour's 2030 petrol car ban faces resistance as 91% of drivers refuse electric vehicles or cycling. Discover the barriers preventing widespread adoption in the UK.
Keep your pet warm this winter. Regatta's Black Friday sale has dog coats from just £7.50, with up to 50% off and an extra 11% discount code. Shop now!
Two Dudley Conservative councillors defect to Reform UK, sparking a political row over by-elections. Discover how this shifts the council's balance of power.
A new report reveals staffing crises and poor collaboration are hampering child protection in Dudley. Council committee demands urgent improvements.
Dudley Council to decide on plans transforming Stourbridge's historic Titan Works into a major retirement complex with 150 care home beds and 39 apartments.
Two Dudley Conservative councillors defect to Reform UK, sparking a political storm. Council leader demands by-elections as 'turquoise wave' claims momentum. Read the full story.
Two adorable kittens were discovered huddled together outside a Birmingham shop in a cardboard box. The RSPCA is now urgently seeking loving homes for these affectionate siblings.
A 17-year-old girl was violently punched 126 times in a horrific bus attack in Dudley, leaving her with serious facial injuries as passengers watched helplessly.
Britain's largest family faces another tragedy as Sue Radford shares devastating news about their beloved pet dog, just months after their stillborn daughter's anniversary.
A Birmingham mother has been convicted after secretly keeping nine cats in her home, blatantly violating a lifetime ban on owning animals following previous convictions for cruelty.
Discover how subscription services are revolutionising pet care across the UK with automatic deliveries of food, treats and supplies directly to your door.
New research reveals the double-edged sword of sharing your bed with furry friends - from stress relief to sleep disruption. Discover the science behind the cuddles.
Dudley Council refuses controversial HMO conversion on Hagley Road, citing overcrowding concerns and inadequate living conditions for students in latest planning decision.
A Birmingham couple has been disqualified from keeping all animals for a decade after their emaciated German Shepherd was discovered suffering in squalid living conditions, prompting RSPCA intervention.
As fireworks light up November skies, animal shelters report alarming surge in lost dogs. Veterinary experts reveal essential strategies to keep your pets safe and calm during the noisy celebrations.
A 28-year-old Walsall man faces multiple charges after residents were reportedly threatened with a knife during a disturbance on a residential street. Police confirm court proceedings are underway.
West Midlands authorities are pursuing new licensing powers to regulate animal sales and combat illegal puppy trading operations across the region.
Planning inspectors uphold decision to refuse major student accommodation development on protected green belt land in Dudley, dealing blow to council's housing plans.
A leading UK veterinarian reveals why traditional flea treatments are failing amid a national infestation surge, and shares life-saving prevention strategies for pet owners.
Essential safety investigations into unstable mine shafts must be completed before the transformative £50 million Dudley Metro extension can proceed, with work potentially starting within months.
Groundbreaking research reveals how dogs' personalities evolve with age, challenging everything we thought we knew about man's best friend.
A cheeky canine from the Midlands became an overnight internet sensation after photobombing a live BBC news segment about local heritage, creating a hilarious viral moment that captivated viewers nationwide.
A derelict and contaminated former industrial site in Dudley is set for a dramatic transformation into 160 new homes, breathing new life into what was once considered an eyesore in the Black Country.
Dudley North MP Marco Longhi demands urgent action after constituent suffers through winter without heating or hot water while council failures continue.
A remarkable couple who sold their successful bakery business to dedicate their lives to fostering have been honoured as National Care Champions after providing loving homes to 25 vulnerable children.
Discover how the innovative 19 diffuser is helping anxious pets across the UK cope with fireworks and thunderstorms using natural, drug-free technology.
New research reveals Britain's growing pet parent culture as over a quarter of owners use annual leave to bond with their new furry family members, with millennials leading this heartwarming trend.
Discover how Zesty Paws Calming Bites could be the solution for dogs terrified of fireworks this Bonfire Night season. Expert tips for keeping pets calm included.