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£2m fundraising drive launched to ‘protect Birmingham’s cultural heritage’

A major fundraising campaign has been launched by Birmingham Museums Trust to protect and deliver bold ambitions for the city’s cultural heritage.

Over 200 men checked for prostate cancer by Warwickshire Cricket Foundation

Warwickshire Cricket Foundation and the Bob Willis Fund have tested a further 55 men for prostate cancer, bringing the total number of men tested to over 200 in 2025 through the collaboration.

Business leaders welcome employment rights amendment

Firms will be relieved at the Government’s decision to amend a flagship policy which would have given workers the right to claim unfair dismissal from day one, business leaders said today.

Lights switch-on sparks festive cheer in Sutton Coldfield

The festive season has started as the Christmas lights have been switched on.

GBCC Awards 2026    Thursday 14th May 2026  5.45pm - 11.00pm  The ICC

Just two weeks left to apply for an award!

Alongside Black Country Women’s Aid we were so pleased to be recognised in the Outstanding Large Organisation Category – as runners up – at last night’s Criminal Justice Alliance Awards.

The award was to “celebrate a large organisation whose work has significantly contributed to criminal justice reform, supporting systemic change and promoting a fairer, more effective system.”

Birmingham Chinese Heritage Arts Council Project

Dr Martin Patridge (pictured) discusses collaboration with Birmingham Chinese Community Centre on The Ian Henery Show on Black Country Radio

Council shines light on year-round support to help get digitally connected for less

Residents in Wolverhampton struggling with the cost of living can get digitally connected for less this Black Friday (Nov 28) with special deals and discounts on offer.

Demand still high in city for residents needing a bed of their own

The Good Night Project, launched by the council after the cost of living crisis revealed people including children, were having to sleep on the floor, is still experiencing high demand in the city.

Free city centre parking every weekend in countdown to Christmas as council unwraps festive offer

City of Wolverhampton Council is offering free festive city centre parking every weekend and weekdays after 3pm to encourage shoppers and support local businesses.

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