Everything You Need to Know About Waste Collection Changes in Dudley Borough Saturday, January 10, 2026 dudley recycling waste foodwaste collection bins council environment reusable community Dudley residents are receiving new bins as the council enforces mandatory changes to domestic waste collection. Starting in April, local authorities are legally required to collect food waste alongside other recyclable … Read More
Inside Birmingham’s Sewage Plant: Items You Should Never Flush Tuesday, January 6, 2026 sewage sewageplant blockage hygiene pollution wastewater plumbing environment sanitation fog On the outskirts of Birmingham lies Minworth Waste Water Treatment Works, one of Europe’s largest sewage treatment plants. Handling waste from 1.8 million people across Birmingham and the Black Country, this facility … Read More
Canary Islands Featured on Fodor's 'No Travel' List for 2026 Amid Tourism Strains Sunday, January 4, 2026 canaryislands tourism overtourism travel sustainability environment spain fodorstravel holidays localcommunities The Canary Islands have long been a favourite getaway for British tourists, celebrated for their year-round sunshine, vibrant resorts, and convenient four-hour flight from the UK. This partnership between visitors and locals … Read More
150,000 UK Households Receive Finger-Prick Test for Childhood Lead Exposure Sunday, January 4, 2026 lead exposure childhood testing uk health environment research bloodtest leeds Around 150,000 households in Leeds are receiving letters inviting them to participate in a pioneering new study that uses finger-prick blood tests to screen children for lead exposure. This study, called the Elevated … Read More
Major Milestones Across the Midlands in 2025: What You Need to Know Saturday, January 3, 2026 midlands 2025 development economy infrastructure innovation community education environment progress 2025 has been a year of significant developments across the Midlands, showcasing the region’s resilience, innovation, and growth. While news cycles often highlight challenges, it’s essential to recognize the positive strides … Read More
Canary Islands Placed on Travel Ban List for 2026 Due to Overtourism Thursday, January 1, 2026 canaryislands overtourism sustainability travelban tourismimpact environment localcommunities fodors vacation climatechange The Canary Islands—comprising Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, La Palma, La Gomera, and El Hierro—are beloved by millions of British tourists each year, drawn to their sunny beaches and relaxing resorts. … Read More