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Action launched to crackdown on dangerous drivers
Operations have been launched as part of a coordinated response by Transport for West Midlands (TfWM), West Midlands Police (WMP), Birmingham City Council, and the region’s Police and Crime Commissioner to recent incidents that have resulted...2023-08-11 3182 0 -
Churchill Retirement Raises over £500 for Midland-Based Charities
Churchill Retirement Living is delighted to announce it has raised a total of £504.56 for midland-based charities through a number of fundraising events over the past few months. Through these initiatives, the retirement developer continues to...2023-08-11 1071 0 -
New proposals to tackle violence on Birmingham’s roads a welcome start, but more must be done
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) has hailed plans for tackling road casualties and reckless driving that West Midlands Mayor, laid out today, but warns more must be done to effectively remedy the...2023-08-10 1051 0 -
Ben supports people facing a summer of money worries during cost-of-living crisis
Ben, the automotive industry charity, is providing support to individuals and families who are facing money worries, debt or urgent need this summer. Ben is already providing vital support for many families who are struggling to...2023-08-07 3048 0 -
Warning of dangerous opiates circulating in the West Midlands
Authorities have been made aware of dangerous synthetic opiates circulating in the West Midlands. There is an increased risk of overdose and death because these synthetic opiates are stronger than usual, or because these drugs are...2023-08-07 3252 0 -
Major boost for young people with plans to transform youth centres
New youth centres will be built and old ones refurbished as part of government plans to give young people better access to positive out-of-school activities as the next phase of the Youth Investment Fund is confirmed....2023-08-04 2419 0 -
Ambulance Service electrifies its paramedic response fleet with the Škoda Enyaq
The East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) has chosen the Škoda Enyaq to provide zero-emission rapid response support across the East Midlands region, as it looks to electrify its fleet and work towards net zero. Two fully...2023-08-03 1475 0 -
TICKETS PLEASE! WEST MIDLANDS RAILWAY IS ON THE HUNT FOR FOUR JUNIOR TRAIN CONDUCTORS
All aboard for a competition your kids will never forget! West Midlands Railway (WMR) – operated by West Midlands Trains (WMT) – has launched its search for four junior conductors, giving mini train enthusiasts the chance to live...2023-08-02 775 0 -
Using artificial intelligence to help clean up fly-tipping hotspots
Three new artificial intelligence CCTV cameras will boost the council’s coverage of fly-tipping hotspots. It is the latest chapter of the city’s war against environmental criminals who dump waste on Birmingham’s streets. Aston, Erdington and North...2023-08-02 848 0 -
Community organiser awarded honorary doctorate by Aston University
Saidul Haque Saeed is the West Midlands lead organiser for Citizens UK He has trained over 1,000 people in community leadership He supported Aston University in becoming a Real Living Wage employer and University of Sanctuary....2023-07-27 573 0