A Warwickshire village is being 'destroyed' by HS2 construction, with a refugee saying the noise is louder than Kyiv bombs. The primary school is shrinking as families move away. Read the full story.
The Department for Infrastructure unveils a draft plan to cut vehicle noise pollution, including speed restrictions in 10 areas. Public consultation open until Jan 2026.
A high-ranking Russian official has shared a map of 23 UK industrial and military sites, including Derby and Telford, deemed potential targets. Explore the full list and the geopolitical tensions behind the threat.
The West Midlands introduces a free air quality warning system to combat pollution. Residents can sign up for alerts to protect their health from dangerous air. #CleanAir #WestMidlands
Residents have until December 21 to respond to Stockport's controversial Local Plan. The Labour Government's new housing targets and 'grey belt' policy could lead to development on protected green spaces.
Labour MPs are considering tighter restrictions on domestic wood burning in urban areas to combat harmful PM2.5 pollution. Read the latest government response.
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.
Campaigners call for four-day school week trials in England and Wales to address teacher workload and retention crisis. Could a shorter week boost wellbeing and results?
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.
Fresh snowfall of up to 5cm is predicted for parts of England and Scotland by Friday, December 5. Get the latest weather maps and Met Office forecast details here.
Bristol City Council proposes increasing Clean Air Zone charges to £14 daily to accelerate air quality improvements. Find out how this affects you.
From a rejected student tower to a new permanent cycle route, get the latest on Birmingham City Council's major planning and development decisions this week.
Ambulances face significant handover delays outside busy Birmingham hospitals, impacting crew wellbeing. Discover the latest data and the new plan to tackle the crisis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends tax relief for home workers' expenses from April. Discover how this budget change impacts you and what it means for the future.
West of England business leaders warn Rachel Reeves' Budget will dampen investment and job creation. Read the full reaction from the region's key industries.
Met Office forecasts reveal 32 counties in England will avoid this weekend's Arctic blast. Midlands, Southeast, and Southwest set for a frosty but snow-free period. Get the full forecast.
A new Met Office forecast reveals the 32 English counties set to avoid this weekend's Arctic blast and snow. Discover which areas will be spared and the detailed weather outlook.
The Met Office warns of potential snow in six northern counties this weekend as temperatures plummet. Discover which areas are affected and the latest forecast.
West of England leaders endorse a proposed tourist tax on overnight stays to fund transport and local projects. Find out how this could transform the region's visitor economy.
Lincolnshire's Danny Melville crowned Referee of the Year at 2025 England Squash Awards. Discover his journey from local tournaments to international competitions and his ambitions to reach the top.
Birmingham City Council's busking ban sparks debate. Explore the arguments over noise complaints, cultural impact, and the search for a compromise. Read the full story.
Troy Deeney agrees with Thomas Tuchel that Morgan Rogers is undroppable after his match-winning double for Aston Villa against Leeds. The pundit suggests he should be England's No. 10.
The UK is set for a deep freeze as temperatures plummet below 0°C, with significant snowfall expected across Scotland and Northern England. Discover the latest weather maps and forecasts.
Grace Richardson, 20, makes history as the first openly gay Miss England winner. The student overcame school bullying to claim the crown in Wolverhampton.
Drivers in Oxford now face paying over £10 to park for less than an hour due to a new £5 daily congestion charge. Discover how this impacts visitors and local businesses.
UK households with log burners could face £300 fines for breaking smoke control rules. Learn how to avoid penalties and reduce air pollution.
Discover which once-popular baby names from the 1970s are now endangered in England and Wales. See how naming trends have shifted over 50 years and where your name stands.
New data reveals nearly half of Birmingham's neighbourhoods are highly deprived, as the Midlands features heavily in England's top 50 poorest areas list. Discover the full rankings.
Miss England contestants swap glamour for work attire to prove women can be academic, ambitious and feminine. Vote now for your favourite finalist via the Miss England App.