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The Midlands is gearing up for a significant heatwave, with temperatures expected to surge to 32C by June 16, according to the latest ECMWF modelling system from WX Charts. From June 15, many towns across the region will … Read More

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The Midlands is gearing up for another heatwave, with temperatures forecast to hit 30C and even peak at 32C by mid-June. However, not all towns in the region will feel the summer sizzle. Latest weather maps show that many … Read More

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For the fifth month running, Aldi has claimed the title of the UK’s cheapest supermarket, with the average basket costing shoppers £168.30 in May. This German discount retailer, which has multiple branches including locations … Read More

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At 80 years old, retired lecturer John Holmes, who spent decades training youth workers in Birmingham, finds himself homeless amid a prolonged housing dispute in Stirchley. A resident and advocate of the Stirchley Cooperative … Read More

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After 80 years serving the Coventry Road community in Small Heath, one of Birmingham’s most iconic fish and chip shops is on the brink of closure. Ian Simmonds took over Bedders, a beloved chippy founded in 1946 by Doris and … Read More

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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has been pressed to implement decisive reforms for benefits claimants born in certain years, as concerns grow about dwindling opportunities for young people. The Conservative Party … Read More

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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has expanded access to a valuable perk: the Council Tax Reduction (CTR) scheme is no longer limited to those receiving disability benefits. Households in England with disabled … Read More

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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a stark warning about the retirement savings shortfall among millions of self-employed workers in the UK. Pensions Minister Torsten Bell highlighted that just four per … Read More

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A significant heatwave delivering temperatures up to 32°C is set to sweep across parts of the UK in the coming days, but 14 counties are expected to miss out on the scorching conditions. According to WX Charts, which utilize … Read More

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After a record-breaking finish to May, the UK is on course for another significant heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach as high as 32°C in several counties. Despite a quieter start to June, meteorological models from … Read More

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I’m not shy about admitting it—I’m a huge nerd. I’ve always been captivated by the immersive worlds found in films, TV shows, and literature. So, when I heard about the Lord of the Rings festival in Birmingham, I knew I had … Read More

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A peri-peri takeaway in Caldmore, Merigo on West Bromwich Street, is seeking approval from Walsall Council’s licensing and safety committee to extend its operating hours until 3 a.m. every night of the week. The decision is … Read More

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Sainsbury’s is making a significant change by replacing brown eggs with white eggs in its own-brand cartons as part of its commitment to achieving net zero emissions. Research has shown that white eggs have a lower … Read More

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When it comes to summer meals, nothing beats a crisp salad drizzled with creamy, tangy salad cream. Heinz Salad Cream is often the go-to choice, but it comes at more than twice the price of many supermarket own brands. So, I … Read More

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Julie Hetherington, a mother from Northfield, made a bold career change from accountant to entrepreneur when she launched a TinyTalk baby signing franchise in Birmingham in 2010. Her decision was inspired by her own … Read More

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A drink-driver has been banned from driving for 40 months after crashing his vehicle on the M42 motorway. The driver was found to be over twice the legal alcohol limit at the time of the incident. At Birmingham Magistrates' … Read More

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Business owners in Birmingham’s Digbeth area are raising urgent concerns over prolonged tram line construction that has significantly impacted local trade. Peter Connolly, owner of Nortons, a popular music venue, describes … Read More

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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has clarified the application of the new ‘Right to Try’ regulations, assuring claimants that beginning paid work or volunteering will no longer automatically result in … Read More

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Drivers who fill up their cars at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, and Asda could save as much as £468 a year by filling up once a week at these supermarkets, according to the latest analysis from the Competition and Markets … Read More

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Two essential prescription medications—used by patients with diabetes and Parkinson’s disease—are becoming nearly impossible to find in England, as the nation grapples with unprecedented NHS drug shortages. The supply crisis … Read More

Thursday, June 4, 2026 solihull planning homeextension neighbours dispute council property development letting enforcement

A quiet cul-de-sac in Solihull has become the center of a heated dispute following a proposal to extend a home’s garage. Residents of Bonneville Close, Millisons Wood, near Coventry, voiced strong objections after homeowner … Read More

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Transport for West Midlands has submitted plans for a cutting-edge Electric Vehicle (EV) bus depot in the Birmingham suburb of Kitts Green, marking a significant step in a transformative overhaul of the region’s bus network. … Read More

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Detectives are renewing their appeal to uncover the identity of a man found deceased in Midland woodland in 1987, hoping to finally bring him dignity and closure. On Sunday, April 5, 1987, two men shooting in Coronation Wood … Read More

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Millions of UK savers are facing a daunting “cliff edge” when it comes to retirement funding, as fewer than one in ten are currently on track to enjoy a comfortable retirement. According to the latest Retirement Living … Read More