A year ago, a vital text-based mental health support service was introduced to Birmingham and Solihull, offering a discreet and accessible lifeline for residents needing assistance with anxiety, stress, loneliness, depression …
Dejen Tesfay, 29, was found dead in Handsworth Cemetery on the morning of Sunday, May 3. This heartbreaking discovery came just a week after Tesfay was last seen by his support worker, who noted that he was ‘coping well.’ The …
Dylan, a teenager from Dudley, once struggled with overwhelming anxiety that kept him confined to his bedroom for long periods. Feeling trapped and isolated, he described his experience as being “stuck,” unable to engage with …
If you’re looking to reconnect with nature and boost your well-being, several exciting outdoor events are happening near Solihull. Wild Fox Yoga offers serene Sunday morning yoga sessions in the beautiful settings of Wootton …
Starting April 2027, children under the age of 16 in England will be prohibited from purchasing high-caffeine energy drinks in supermarkets and all other retail locations. This new legislation targets drinks—other than tea or …
The Labour Party government has announced a new law banning the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to anyone under the age of 16 in England. This move comes in response to alarming statistics showing that approximately …
Hello, Zoe here, parenting editor at BirminghamLive and Brummie Mummies. With the school holidays approaching and budgets tightening, I’ve rounded up some fantastic free and low-cost activities to enjoy with your kids in …
Birmingham’s popular school holiday programme is returning in 2026, offering hundreds of free holiday clubs for local children. These clubs provide a wide range of activities including indoor and outdoor games, cookery …
Dudley MP Sonia Kumar is calling for the establishment of a Health on the High Street centre in Dudley’s town centre, believing it could be a catalyst for regeneration and community revitalization. Drawing on her experience …
With temperatures soaring to 35 degrees Celsius across the UK this summer and tropical nights becoming the norm, concerns about worker safety in extreme heat are intensifying. John Kushnick, Legal Director at National …
Renters across the country are eagerly embracing pet ownership after the Labour government introduced the Renters’ Rights Act last month. This legislation provides new protections for renters and explicitly stops landlords …
Julie Hetherington’s story is one of transformation and dedication. Once a chartered accountant, Julie made a life-changing decision to become a self-employed working mum, driven by her experience of feeling isolated and …
A 29-year-old mother in Sutton Coldfield has shared her experience of being followed and intimidated while out running with her two young children. The distressing incident unfolded last Saturday morning, May 16, when the …
Since its opening in May 2025, The Hub at Wolverhampton Railway Station has provided essential mental health support to thousands of vulnerable individuals. This one-year milestone marks a significant achievement in community …
Birmingham’s inaugural Neighbourhood Mental Health Centre (NMHC) is transforming access to mental health care by providing continuous, compassionate support for adults in Small Heath, Heartlands, and Bordesley Green. …