Over-55s turn to £144k park homes as prices soar
Soaring bungalow prices are driving over-55s towards park homes, a £144,748 housing alternative offering single-storey living and community. Discover the growing trend.
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Affordable flats planned for former Rowley Regis day centre
A new planning application seeks to build eight affordable flats on the site of a former day centre and library in Rowley Regis, addressing a critical shortage of family-sized homes in Sandwell.
New flats planned for Tipton amid 'critical' housing shortage
Sandwell Council reveals plans for 12 affordable flats opposite the new Horseley Road metro stop, aiming to ease a severe shortage of family homes where waits can stretch to nine years.
Flu admissions fall but officials warn of potential bounce back
Flu hospital admissions in England have fallen for the first time this winter, but health officials caution the virus is 'still with us' and urge eligible people to get vaccinated.
Driving Examiner Shortage Creates 22-Week Test Backlog
A staffing crisis and faulty booking system cause massive delays for UK driving tests, with waits averaging 22 weeks. Discover the impact on learners and the DVSA.
NHS on high alert as flu cases hit record high
Flu cases in UK hospitals have reached a record high of 3,140, putting the NHS under severe strain. Health chiefs warn the service is 'not out of the woods' amid ongoing junior doctor strikes.
UK Christmas turkey shortage feared due to strike
A two-week strike at a key frozen food storage facility in Lincolnshire threatens to disrupt turkey supplies for Christmas. Find out how the pay dispute could impact your festive dinner.
TCP Antiseptic Shortage Hits UK: Boots, Superdrug Out of Stock
A major shortage of TCP Antiseptic Liquid is hitting UK shelves. Find out why Boots, Superdrug, and Tesco are out of stock and when supplies might return.
UK faces Christmas cheese shortage due to Greek farm virus
UK households could see festive feta supplies dwindle after a deadly sheep and goat virus outbreak in Greece decimates herds. Discover the impact on your Christmas table.
McDonald's UK bottled water shortage hits Happy Meals
McDonald's UK customers report a shortage of bottled water for Happy Meals, sparking anger. The chain confirms a temporary supply issue, offering tap water as an alternative. Read the full story.
Guinness Zero shortage fears as Belfast strike looms
Belfast brewery workers plan eight-day strike, threatening Christmas supplies of Britain's top alcohol-free beer. Diageo denies shortage claims. Read the full story.
Christmas crisp shortage fears as KP Snacks workers vote to strike
A strike at KP Snacks' Billingham plant could cause a Christmas crisp shortage for popular brands like Hula Hoops and McCoy's. Read how the pay dispute may impact festive supplies.
Solihull Station Locked Due to No Available Staff
Solihull railway station was forced to close early on 1st December 2025 due to a lack of available staff. Get the latest updates on the disruption and reopening here.
Bird flu 'super strain' threatens UK Christmas turkey supplies
A highly infectious bird flu strain is causing UK turkey shortages, threatening Christmas dinners and pushing prices significantly higher. Learn how to prepare.
New H3N2 flu strain surges early across UK
The UK faces an unusually early flu season dominated by the H3N2 strain. Health officials urge eligible individuals to get vaccinated as cases spike in children and young adults.
Early Flu Outbreak: NHS Urges Vaccination
Health officials issue urgent warning as H3N2 flu strain drives unusually early outbreak. NHS makes 2.4 million appointments available with pop-up clinics nationwide.
mRNA Vaccine Trial for Multiple Sclerosis Treatment
A groundbreaking UK-led trial is testing an mRNA vaccine targeting the Epstein-Barr virus as a potential new treatment for multiple sclerosis. Could this be a breakthrough?
Check If You Qualify for Free NHS Prescriptions
A leading pharmacist urges UK patients to check if they qualify for free prescriptions and flu jabs. Find out if your age, benefits, or health status makes you eligible.
Health Warning Over 'Triple Threat' Before Christmas
Health experts urge eligible Brits to get flu and RSV vaccines as cases surge. Protect yourself now against the early seasonal peak of respiratory illnesses.
Urgent warning to parents over new H3N2 flu strain
Parents urged to vaccinate children as a new, highly contagious H3N2 flu strain causes an unusually early and severe start to the flu season in the UK.
UK flu surge: H3N2 cases higher than last year
Experts warn the H3N2 flu strain is surging across the UK, with cases higher than last year. Protect yourself with the flu vaccine and know when to seek medical help.
UKHSA: Measles twice as contagious as common cold
UK health officials issue urgent warning as measles cases rise. Parents urged to check children's MMR vaccine status to prevent serious illness.
UK Christmas tree shortage: Shop early for quality
UK households urged to buy Christmas trees early due to a 'quality' shortage caused by climate change and extreme weather. Experts warn popular bushy trees may look less full this year.
H3N2 'Killer' Flu Strain Warning for UK
Health officials issue urgent warning as the H3N2 flu strain, linked to 7,757 deaths last winter, sweeps the UK. Parents urged to get children vaccinated. Learn the symptoms and protection methods.
UK Flu Alert: NHS Braces for 'Worst Winter'
UK Health Security Agency urges public to get flu vaccine as cases triple. Protect yourself and ease NHS pressure this winter. Book your jab now.
Urgent Birmingham Blood Donor Plea This Winter
NHS issues urgent plea for O negative, B negative and Ro subtype blood donors in Birmingham. Over 136,000 appointments need filling to boost winter stocks and save lives.
NHS: Get flu jab now as virus spreads
Health chiefs issue urgent warning to millions with long-term conditions as influenza begins circulating in communities. Free NHS flu vaccinations available for eligible groups.
NHS Flu Jab Crisis: UK Faces Vaccine Shortage
Health officials issue urgent warning as UK faces potential flu vaccine shortage following Australia's severe winter outbreak. Experts reveal why this season could be particularly dangerous.
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