Exclusive Poll Reveals Strong West Midlands Support for Banning Social Media Use Among Under-16s Monday, May 25, 2026 westmidlands socialmedia under16 ban australia children screentime safety poll uk A striking 82% of people in the West Midlands support banning social media access for under-16s, according to exclusive polling conducted for Birmingham Live. This aligns with growing concerns about the impact of excessive … Read More
17 Essential Items You Should Always Keep in Your Car Saturday, May 23, 2026 car breakdown emergency safety highvis warningtriangle puncturerepair travel uk preparation Before setting off on a long drive, it’s wise to check what you have stashed in your car’s boot. With around four million vehicle breakdowns occurring across the UK each year, being prepared can make all the difference in an … Read More
Homeowners Face Potential £1,000 Costs to Comply with UK Driveway Regulations Saturday, May 23, 2026 driveways drainage flooding permeable regulations uk environment construction homeowners costs Homeowners with driveways in the UK may face bills of up to £1,000 if they do not comply with specific driveway regulations, according to experts from the home improvement quotation platform WhatCost. These rules primarily … Read More
Asylum Seekers in West Midlands Hotels Drop by Over 50% Since Late 2023 Friday, May 22, 2026 asylum migration westmidlands hotels homeoffice netmigration uk refugees accommodation demographics The number of asylum seekers living in hotels within the West Midlands has fallen dramatically since the end of 2023. According to Home Office data, only 2,314 asylum seekers were residing in contingency accommodation in the … Read More
Rachel Reeves Proposes New £29 Flight Charge for UK Households Friday, May 22, 2026 aviation tax airpassengerduty labour heathrow vat flights uk government travel Rachel Reeves is set to introduce a £1 billion stealth tax on family holidays as part of her cost of living measures. The Labour Party’s Chancellor is considering imposing a 20% VAT on top of the fees airports charge airlines … Read More
UK Heatwave Set to Be 'Exceptional' with Precise Start and End Times Announced Thursday, May 21, 2026 heatwave uk temperatures metoffice heathealth weather summer alerts health climate The UK is bracing for an exceptional heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach 30°C in some regions, prompting the issuance of heat health alerts. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has declared these alerts active … Read More