Avian Flu Confirmed in Worcestershire Poultry
A highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 outbreak has been confirmed at a commercial poultry site near Alvechurch. Protection zones are in place. Read the latest.
A highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 outbreak has been confirmed at a commercial poultry site near Alvechurch. Protection zones are in place. Read the latest.
Birmingham City Council could face a government financial penalty after bin strikes forced it to delay new weekly food waste collections, missing a key environmental target. Read the latest.
Birmingham City Council is considering a full investigation into the collapse of Midland Livings, a supported housing firm linked to claims of threats, arson, and a £12m debt. Read the latest.
The UK government unveils four new rules targeting wood burners to cut harmful PM2.5 pollution by 30% by 2030. Learn how the changes affect households.
Proposed Labour government restrictions on wood-burning stoves labelled 'absurd' as public divides over clean air versus heating costs. Read the full debate.
New UK pollution targets could see wood-burning stoves partially banned in England. Learn how the government's environmental plan will affect households and air quality.
A Birmingham supported housing firm has gone bust, owing over £12.2m. Administrators report threats, arson, and intimidation of vulnerable tenants. Read the full investigation.
Birmingham planners defer decision on Cotteridge HMO conversion amid resident objections. Councillor admits city 'needs HMOs' despite daily complaints. Read the latest.
UK households with log burners could face £300 fines for breaking smoke control rules. Learn how to avoid penalties and reduce air pollution.
A spike in bird flu cases on UK farms prompts a national housing order. Discover the risks to humans and the new biosecurity measures in place. Stay informed.