Agency staff join Birmingham bin strike
Agency workers hired to cover Birmingham's long-running bin strikes are now joining the industrial action over claims of bullying and unsustainable workloads, potentially extending the dispute until 2026.
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Birmingham bin strikes escalate as agency staff join
Birmingham's bin strikes are set to intensify as agency workers vote to join picket lines from 1 December. The dispute over pay and jobs could now extend beyond May's local elections.
Birmingham bin strike escalates with agency staff
Birmingham's bin strike intensifies as agency workers vote to join the picket lines from December 1, with Unite warning the dispute could last beyond May's local elections.
Police clash with protesters at Israeli-linked Birmingham factory
West Midlands Police confronted demonstrators during tense Birmingham protests targeting an Israeli defence contractor factory. Latest updates on arrests and community tensions.
UN: Triple hottest years risk irreversible climate damage
A devastating UN report reveals Earth has experienced its three hottest consecutive years, pushing crucial natural systems toward irreversible tipping points with catastrophic consequences.
Ariana Grande's stunning teenage throwback reveals style evolution
Pop sensation Ariana Grande stuns fans with a major throwback to her teenage years, showcasing her incredible style evolution from curly-haired teen to global superstar.
Primary school crisis as kids lack basic skills
Shocking new data reveals thousands of children beginning primary school unable to communicate properly, use the toilet independently, or follow basic instructions, with experts blaming pandemic disruption and austerity cuts.
The Serious Case for Children's Play: Why It Matters
New research reveals play is fundamental to children's wellbeing and development, yet it's increasingly undervalued in modern society. Experts demand serious policy changes.
Birmingham Indoor Market faces uncertain future
The iconic Birmingham Indoor Market, a cornerstone of the city's retail landscape for decades, faces an existential threat as traders and shoppers voice fears over its potential closure following redevelopment plans.
Birmingham bus firework attack: Nine arrested
Disturbing video captures the moment a packed Birmingham bus was deliberately targeted with fireworks in a reckless attack that endangered passengers. West Midlands Police confirm nine arrests following the terrifying incident.
Childcare funding crisis looms as pandemic support ends
Millions of British families face soaring childcare costs as emergency government funding introduced during COVID-19 is scheduled to end next year, threatening the stability of nurseries and childcare providers nationwide.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Inside Britain's Worst Council Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Five's J. Scott Robinson emotional over 25-year radio career
Veteran broadcaster J. Scott Robinson was overcome with emotion during his Five radio show, reflecting on his incredible 25-year career in a heartfelt moment that resonated with listeners across the UK.
Nursery worker arrested over toddler throwing incident
Disturbing footage from a US daycare centre shows a worker violently handling a 23-month-old child, leading to criminal charges and community outrage.
June Lockhart, Lassie and Lost in Space Star, Dies Aged 100
Beloved American actress June Lockhart, famous for her iconic roles in classic television series Lassie and Lost in Space, has died peacefully at age 100, leaving behind a remarkable century-long legacy in entertainment.
Teenage music taste reveals gender differences, study finds
Groundbreaking research from Cambridge University reveals how men's musical tastes become fixed during teenage years, while women remain more open to new genres throughout life.
Kendall Jenner's teenage confessions about sex and marijuana
Supermodel Kendall Jenner reveals intimate details about losing her virginity as a teenager and her early experiences with marijuana in candid new interview on The Kardashians.
Labour unveils ambitious education reform plans
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces sweeping reforms to transform England's education system, focusing on curriculum overhaul, teacher recruitment, and early years investment.
Barriers Review: Birmingham Rep's Gripping Social Drama
Birmingham Rep's powerful new production 'Barriers' delivers a raw, thought-provoking examination of contemporary British society, exploring the invisible walls that separate us through compelling storytelling and innovative staging.
Birmingham German Market drops German signs in accessibility move
Birmingham's famous Frankfurt Christmas Market faces backlash after displaying English-only signs, raising questions about authenticity and cultural representation during the festive season.
Jamie & Jools Oliver's 25-Year Marriage Secrets
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver and his wife Jools open up about their quarter-century marriage in an exclusive Christmas feature for Good Housekeeping UK, sharing intimate details and surprising relationship advice.
Al Capone's tragic final years revealed in unseen letters
Newly revealed letters expose the shocking decline of Al Capone, reduced from feared mob boss to a syphilis-ravaged invalid begging for constipation pills in his final years.
Reeves scraps Birmingham NEST hub in economic shake-up
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves has abruptly terminated the planned £150 million NEST innovation hub in Birmingham, marking one of her first major economic decisions and raising concerns about the UK's regional development strategy.
670 Grams: Birmingham's unlikely fine dining destination
Grace Dent discovers a culinary masterpiece in Birmingham's unlikeliest location, where chef Ben Tesh serves extraordinary food that challenges postcodes and perceptions.
Bargain Hunt viewers stunned as show turns 21
BBC's beloved antiques show Bargain Hunt celebrates 21 years on air, leaving fans in disbelief as they realise how long they've been watching the daytime favourite.
Most parents: Potty training not needed for school start
Groundbreaking UK survey reveals shifting parental attitudes toward toilet training, with most parents now saying children don't need to be potty trained before beginning their educational journey.
Labour pledges Sure Start revival to tackle child poverty
Exclusive: Bridget Phillipson announces major expansion of early years support as Labour prepares to overhaul Department for Education priorities
Labour's bold plan to eradicate child poverty revealed
Shadow Education Secretary unveils radical strategy targeting child poverty through early years intervention and breakfast club expansion across England.
Cybill Shepherd at 75: Life After Hollywood Fame
Exclusive look at Cybill Shepherd's life at 75 - the Moonlighting and Taxi Driver icon shares her journey from Hollywood fame to embracing ageing with grace and wisdom.
Birmingham: 95,000 children living in poverty
Shocking new data reveals Birmingham as England's child poverty capital, with nearly half of all children living in deprivation. Exclusive investigation uncovers the human stories behind the statistics.
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