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Birmingham bin strike reaches one-year milestone
Birmingham's bin strike marks a full year of industrial action. Union members vow to fight on as the council cites equal pay concerns. Read the latest on the ongoing dispute.
Nechells warehouse could become spa and wellness centre
Plans submitted to convert a Nechells industrial unit into a health and wellbeing complex with a spa, snooker hall and cafe, creating 14 jobs. 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.
Birmingham bin protest blocks depots, delays collections
Protests at Atlas and Perry Barr depots delayed Birmingham waste trucks. Council advises residents to leave bins out as year-long pay dispute continues.
Major Birmingham factory fire as 75 crews respond
A massive fire engulfed a carpet factory on the Tyseley Industrial Estate in Birmingham. Over 75 firefighters tackled the blaze. Avoid the area and keep windows closed.
Major Birmingham Factory Fire: Avoid Area Warning
Over 75 firefighters tackled a massive blaze at a Tyseley carpet storage unit. Road closures remain in place—public urged to avoid the area.
80 Firefighters Battle Huge Birmingham Factory Fire
A massive fire has engulfed a carpet factory in Tyseley, Birmingham. Nearly 80 firefighters are on the scene. Residents are urged to avoid the area and keep windows closed.
Huge Birmingham Fire as 40 Firefighters Deployed
A major fire has erupted in Tyseley, Birmingham, with 40 firefighters tackling the blaze. The public is urged to avoid the Seeleys Road area. Live updates.
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.
DWP strike ballot delayed after legal challenge
A planned Jobcentre strike is postponed after the DWP challenged the union's ballot notice. The PCS union accuses the government of using anti-union laws to block industrial action over pay.
Birmingham bins strike hits grim one-year milestone
Birmingham's bin strike reaches a full year, with Conservatives accusing Labour of dragging the city's name 'into the gutter'. Calls grow for urgent talks to end the dispute.
Birmingham bin strike stalemate marks one-year anniversary
Birmingham's bin strike hits its one-year mark with no resolution. We examine the dispute's roots, the impact on residents, and why a solution remains elusive for the city's waste crisis.
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.
Birmingham bins strike drags on for a full year
Birmingham's bin strike reaches a bleak one-year milestone with no end in sight. A striking worker shares his embarrassment as rubbish piles up and talks remain stalled.
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.
Birmingham bins strike marks one year milestone
Birmingham's bin strike reaches its one-year anniversary, with Conservatives accusing Labour of damaging the city's global image. Read the latest on the ongoing dispute.
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.
Lack of Grade A Space Holds Back Welsh Industrial Investment
New Knight Frank research reveals a sharp drop in large industrial take-up in Wales for 2025, driven by a critical shortage of modern Grade A space. Discover the market trends and future developments.
Birmingham bins strike talks 'not viable', report finds
Government commissioners say resuming negotiations to end Birmingham's year-long bins strike is not viable, praising the council's 'fortitude'. Read the latest on the dispute.
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.
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.
Birmingham Council's 2026 Challenges: Strikes & Finances
Birmingham City Council faces a critical year with ongoing strikes and financial fragility. Commissioners see progress but warn of major risks ahead. Read the full analysis.
Birmingham bin strike enters second year as rubbish piles up
Birmingham's bin strike enters its second year with streets strewn with waste. See the latest images and read why the dispute between the council and Unite continues unresolved.
Birmingham bin strike continues into 2026
Birmingham's bin strike continues into 2026 with streets piled high. The council and Unite remain deadlocked over pay and equal pay risks. Read the latest on the ongoing dispute.
Birmingham bin strike rumbles on into 2026
Birmingham's bin strike shows no sign of ending as 2026 begins, with shocking images revealing piles of uncollected rubbish and fly-tipping across the city. See the full story.
Birmingham bins strike: 2025 timeline and 2026 outlook
A timeline of the disruptive Birmingham bins strike, from major incidents to megapickets, and what residents can expect as the dispute continues into 2026.
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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