NEWS
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Burnham to give speech on economy after Starmer resignation clears way to No 10
Andy Burnham is set to pledge growth and commit to Labour’s budget rules as he seeks to burnish his economic credentials after Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation left him all but certain to enter No 10. The former Greater Manchester mayor is expected to give a speech on fiscal policy next week, as first reported by… More
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Train manager in his mid-80s says his job is ‘what I love doing’
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Concerns anaerobic digester plans could impact police forensic operations
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Performing arts centre marks 10th anniversary with special show
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Blind students step into ballroom dancing through new programme
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Motorcyclist clocked at 161mph is fastest speeding offence in five years
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Heatwave could be deadly for dogs as vets advise how to keep pets safe
VETS are urging pet owners to take extra care during this week’s heatwave, warning that high temperatures could be deadly. With parts of the country under Met Office red and amber alerts, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) is advising owners to avoid exercising dogs during the hottest parts of the day and to be alert… More
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How heatwave will put lives at risk in Worcestershire with hottest days to come
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In conversation with Tonko, head chef at The Close
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Santander announces major AI-driven cost-cutting plan that will change processes
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Kneecap bids Starmer ‘Slán Keir’ after resignation
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Rare red warnings issued over ‘severe and significant’ impacts of extreme heat
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Schools close in France as red heat alerts spread amid soaring temperatures
France is enduring a gruelling heatwave with temperatures soaring above 40C. The national weather service, Meteo France, said that most of the country is entering what is described as a “plateau” of unrelenting heatwave conditions that is not forecast to start easing before Friday at the earliest. Meteo France called the heatwave exceptionally intense, saying… More
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Jeffrey Donaldson abused ‘trust’ of party with ‘vile’ crimes, DUP leader says
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England fans braced for expensive trips and long waits for next World Cup tie
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Motorway closures throughout the summer due to HS2 work
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Boy frightened to go outside after suffering black eye in ‘unprovoked attack’
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Woman accused of filing false police report to go to trial
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Important ‘rare’ heatwave message about trains as record temperatures predicted
THE heatwave is expected to cause disruption for rail passengers as they are urged to travel by train only if their journey is essential. Great Western Railway (GWR) is warning of amended train services on Wednesday and Thursday as a result of a rare red extreme heat warning from the Met Office. GWR operates services… More
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UK wholesaler servicing Morrisons closes after entering liquidation with 71 jobs lost
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Boston pub rents extra fridges and sees long queues as England fans arrive
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Murdered MP Jo Cox would be deeply concerned by divisions in UK, says sister
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US and Iran enter second day of negotiations as Qatar and Pakistan hail progress
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Tui among worst airlines for UK flight delays
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Preschool which is ‘a genuine delight to work at’ named amongst best in region
A PRE-SCHOOL has been named among the top 20 best in the West Midlands. Cutnall Green C of E Preschool near Droitwich earned the recognition based on parent reviews, marking its third consecutive year on the list. The award, given by nursery comparison site daynurseries.co.uk, highlights early years settings across the region that consistently deliver… More
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Flexible transport service records 80,000 journeys in a year
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‘Royal Fail’ at new estate – how card came five weeks after beloved dog’s death
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Wowcher ‘extremely sorry’ over crocodile attack email
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SNP calls for probe into Scottish Secretary over Mandelson meeting
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Vance meets top Iranian officials as US urges Iran to ‘turn over a new leaf’
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People must stand united in condemning Edinburgh attacks, says John Swinney
Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney insisted there is no place for race-based or faith-based violence in the country after receiving a police briefing on a series of suspected anti-Muslim attacks in Edinburgh. Mr Swinney was updated on the investigation into Friday’s incidents by Police Scotland Assistant Chief Constable Catriona Paton. Police Scotland has charged a… More
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NHS trust used ‘ludicrous’ term to describe corridor care
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Extreme heat warning extended to last four days as Worcester to reach 39 degrees
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Cars badly damaged after crash on main road
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Visitors flock to see supercars at historic castle
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Update after rock star and wife dies in Cotswolds crash