Dartmoor Live Firing Notice for Willsworthy Range
A public notice confirms daytime live firing at Dartmoor's Willsworthy range on 16 Jan 2026. Okehampton & Merrivale ranges are not in use. Essential safety guidance for visitors.
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New Landmark Abortion Clinic Opens in West Midlands
MSI Reproductive Choices UK opens a state-of-the-art abortion clinic in the West Midlands, expanding access and specialist training nationwide. Discover how this transforms reproductive healthcare.
How Lancashire's Sensory Impairment Team Aids Vision Loss
Denise Wilkinson and Dave Taylor share how Lancashire County Council's Sensory Impairment Team provided priceless support, including long cane training, after sight loss. Discover the life-changing service.
HMRC Child Benefit error wrongly targets 20,000 parents
HMRC admits a major error in its Child Benefit crackdown, wrongly suspending payments for over 20,000 parents. Critics brand the oversight 'appalling'.
Wealden's Listed Building Planning Proposals Published
Wealden District Council has published four significant planning applications affecting listed buildings and conservation areas in Fletching, Mayfield, Rotherfield, and Danehill. Residents have until January 30, 2026, to submit comments.
Dartmoor Firing Notice: Willsworthy Schedule Jan 2026
Okehampton Camp releases the Dartmoor live firing timetable for January 2026. Daytime exercises are scheduled at Willsworthy only. Learn about safety protocols and public access.
Plym Group Applies for Goods Vehicle Licence in Ivybridge
The Plym Group Ltd has applied to use Redlake Training Estate as an operating centre for one goods vehicle and trailer. Local residents have 21 days to submit representations.
Victorian Manchester buildings could become 14-storey office tower
Plans submitted to replace 1860s warehouses near Parsonage Gardens with a landmark office block featuring a public bar-restaurant. Have your say on the proposal.
Birmingham NHS Training Scheme Scrapped Over Pay Dispute
A multi-million pound NHS scheme training international doctors in Birmingham has been shut down after a review found unfair pay and governance failures. Plus, Birmingham was the UK's top moving destination in 2025.
UK firms must upskill staff for AI or risk being left behind
With employees already using AI tools, businesses must lead the skills shift. Upskilling your workforce is critical for security, growth, and future-proofing your organisation. Act now before it's too late.
Hackney Academy Expands Community Running Programme
The Hackney Academy is back, offering 50 locals free training & entry to the sold-out 2026 Hackney Half Marathon. Applications close Jan 14. Apply now!
UK Log Burner Fines: £175-£300 for Smoke Rule Breach
UK households with log burners risk fines of £175 to £300 for breaking smoke control rules. Learn the law on authorised fuel and exempt appliances to avoid penalties.
DWP's new push to support disabled people in work
The DWP announces free occupational health training for 5,000 managers to help retain staff with health issues. Critics fear it may force disabled people into work.
New 5-flat plan for former Wolverhampton care home submitted
A developer has redrawn plans for flats at a former Tettenhall care home after council criticism. The new proposal for five units follows the rejection of a nine-flat scheme deemed 'excessive'. Read the latest.
Law Firm in Elite Top 10 for Trainee Satisfaction
Regional law firm Wilkin Chapman Rollits has been ranked in the 'Elite' top 10 of the Chambers Student 2026 Guide for trainee solicitor satisfaction. Discover why their training programme excels.
Labour's crackdown on out-of-area taxi licences
Labour government launches consultation to cut taxi licensing bodies and stop out-of-area work, aiming to boost passenger safety following the Casey Report. Read the full details.
Airbus to open flagship aerospace academy near Bristol
Aerospace giant Airbus partners with Weston College to launch a flagship skills academy in Filton, creating a talent pipeline for the UK's £2.7bn aerospace cluster. Opening September 2026.
Teach Your Old Dog New Tricks: 5 Expert Tips
A clinical animal behaviourist with 20+ years' experience shares five simple techniques to enrich your senior dog's life and strengthen your bond. Learn how to teach 'Nose to Hand' and more.
Wealden Planning Notices: Heritage Works & Wadhurst Scheme
Multiple planning applications in Wealden affect listed buildings and conservation areas. A Wadhurst scheme seeks a design variation. Public comments due by January 17, 2026.
New UK Road Safety Plan Aims to Slash Child Deaths
The UK government reveals a bold new road safety strategy targeting a 70% reduction in child deaths by 2035. Key measures include tackling drink driving and improving young driver training.
Dartmoor Firing Notice: Willsworthy Range Jan 2026
The Ministry of Defence announces live firing at Dartmoor's Willsworthy range from Jan 6-9, 2026. Okehampton & Merrivale ranges are inactive. Check warning signals and stay safe.
Former Police Training Centre Could Become 76-Bed HMO
Plans to convert a former West Midlands Police training centre in Smethwick into a 76-bed HMO for healthcare workers and professionals are under consideration. Read the full details.
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School relaunches acting courses
Bristol Old Vic Theatre School announces new foundation courses one year after pausing undergraduate training. Applications close March 26 for a September start.
Double Decker Play Bus Opens at Worcestershire Farm Shop
A new immersive role play village featuring a double decker bus has opened at a farm shop near Birmingham. Discover Little Daydreams, with its ice cream shed, vets, and sensory room.
Home Ski Practice: Key to Better Holiday Skiing
Discover how a simple pre-holiday ski session at a UK slope can transform your first day on the mountain. Expert tips and a guide to local practice venues.
Wood burner users risk £300 fine in smoke control areas
Households across the UK face fines up to £300 for using wood burners incorrectly in smoke control zones. Learn the rules on authorised fuels and Defra-exempt appliances to avoid penalties.
Training Firm Expands with £70k Welsh Development Bank Loan
Heads of the Valleys Training opens a second site in Crumlin, backed by a £70,000 micro loan from the Development Bank of Wales, to meet rising demand for industrial and safety courses.
Lincolnshire Wolds Outdoor Festival 2026 Seeks Participants
Community groups and businesses are invited to join the Lincolnshire Wolds Outdoor Festival from 16-31 May 2026. Showcase your services and promote wellbeing in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
DWP sickness benefits training plan criticised as inadequate
A new DWP scheme to train 5,000 SME managers to support sick employees has been branded 'spin politics' by business leaders, who say it fails to address the scale of 2.8 million long-term sick. Read the full analysis.
Workplace sickness scheme slammed as 'spin' by experts
A new government scheme offering free occupational health training to 5,000 line managers has been criticised as inadequate to tackle the UK's 2.8 million long-term sick. Read the full analysis.
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