Mum adopts siblings and urges others to consider adoption
Sarah, 44, adopted her son and daughter through Adoption Focus. She shares her story to support The Long Wait campaign, highlighting the 18-month average wait for children to find a family.
Sarah, 44, adopted her son and daughter through Adoption Focus. She shares her story to support The Long Wait campaign, highlighting the 18-month average wait for children to find a family.
Dogs Trust Kenilworth has over 50 dogs needing adoption in Birmingham and beyond. Meet 15 charming residents, including one waiting 1000 days, hoping for a fresh start in the new year.
Alison Galvani speaks out after her 81-year-old father is charged with murdering her mother Nancy in 1982. Case breakthrough after decades. Read the full story.
West Midlands Police could lose £41.1m in funding by 2026, risking 520 officers and neighbourhood policing. Commissioner warns of a 'postcode lottery' and urges government action.
West Midlands Police could lose £41.1m in funding, risking further cuts to officers. Crime Commissioner Simon Foster warns of a 'postcode lottery' and fewer police on streets.
Heineken announces price hikes for five popular beers and ciders in UK pubs from February 2026, while cutting Foster's strength to lower its price. Find out which pints are affected.
Heineken UK is lowering the alcohol strength of Foster's lager from 3.7% to 3.4% ABV, citing duty savings and health trends. The change follows a similar move with Sol beer.
Heineken UK confirms Foster's Lager ABV will drop from 3.7% to 3.4% in February 2026. The brewer cites duty savings and responsible consumption as key reasons for the change.
Hayley Foster, 36, living with osteogenesis imperfecta, adopted daughter Shirley and became a foster carer. She urges others with 'a spare bedroom and love' to consider fostering.
Dogs Trust West Midlands has over 50 dogs, including 15 featured here, desperate for loving families in Birmingham and the West Midlands this festive season.
West Midlands Police chief to be grilled by MPs over the controversial ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans. Discover the truth behind the disputed intelligence and political fallout.
West Midlands Police spent an estimated £2 million on policing the Aston Villa vs Maccabi Tel Aviv match. The PCC is now demanding a government refund. Discover the full story.
Diagrama Fostering partners with Borough Green Junior Football Club to tackle the foster carer shortage in Kent. Discover how sport creates community support.
MyBag Charity from Nottingham receives the King's Award for Voluntary Service 2025 for supporting children entering foster care. Discover how you can help their vital work.
Heineken UK confirms Foster's lager ABV will be reduced in 2026. Learn about the recipe change and the industry's call for an alcohol duty freeze.
Heineken UK is lowering the alcohol content of Foster's lager from February 2026, citing duty reductions and health trends. Learn how this impacts taste and pricing.
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.