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From a small metal walkway above the Minworth sewage treatment plant, the smell is unmistakable—a grim wave of odour rising from the murky brown water flowing in from Birmingham and the Black Country. This massive facility … Read More

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With Christmas fast approaching, HMP Birmingham has unveiled its special Christmas Day meal menu, offering a variety of festive options to the prison’s 1,400-plus inmates. The Category B prison in Winson Green aims to … Read More

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A new study has revealed the best and worst places to live in the Midlands, based on the honest opinions of residents about their hometowns. The findings come from the 2025 Happy at Home Index compiled by property website … Read More

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The political leaders elected to Birmingham City Council in May 2026 will have to operate under a stringent ‘action plan’ set by government-appointed commissioners, significantly restricting their ability to act … Read More

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Birmingham City’s upcoming Boxing Day fixture against Derby County is set to test manager Chris Davies, who is grappling with a shortage of options at full-back. The situation has worsened with injuries sidelining key … Read More

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A clear new image of Sajid Akram, the alleged gunman responsible for the deadly terror attack at Bondi Beach, Sydney, has been released, revealing the face behind the tragedy that left 15 dead and more than 40 injured. The … Read More