NEWS
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Change will come on antisemitism in England’s schools – Education Secretary
The Education Secretary has said “change will come” on antisemitism in schools and colleges in England as she accepted all of the recommendations in Sir David Bell’s review. Lucy Powell told the Commons that all children and teachers should be able to go to school or college “free from fear”, as she said tackling antisemitism… More
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Putin agrees to resume talks on Ukraine war with Kyiv and Washington – Kremlin
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Three men jailed after ‘vile and predatory’ sexual attack in Worcestershire
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Show bar seeks permission to stay open later at weekends
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Council tried to claw back £14,000 from disabled woman after care funding delays
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Mum forced to pay for daughter’s SEND support after council delays
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Mortgage rate warning as deals disappear within days amid market volatility
Mortgage deals are lasting an average of just 13 days as lenders repeatedly change or withdraw offers amid continuing market volatility. The latest Moneyfacts UK Mortgage Trends Treasury Report found the average mortgage product shelf-life fell to 13 days in September, down from 14 days in August. Although that is above the record low of… More
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Government approves drilling in Jackdaw gas field
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Government’s long-awaited decision on Jackdaw gas field to be announced
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UK inflation expected to have accelerated in September after fuel surge
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Royals join families and survivors to mark 60th anniversary of Aberfan disaster
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UK inflation jumps to highest rate in almost a year after fuel prices climb
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Nature reserve set for accessibility improvements
Plans have been unveiled for improvements at Perry Wood Nature Reserve. Worcester City Council announced the upgrades, which aim to enhance accessibility and visitor experience. An old barrier at the Liverpool Road entrance will be replaced with new kissing gates, fencing, and a field gate. The project is part of a broader initiative that includes… More
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Glow Ride to light up streets in call for safer cycling routes
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Book of Remembrance returns to Worcester Crematorium
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Pub seeks changes to licence ahead of reopening
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National Trust reveals remarkable wildlife success in one of England’s driest regions
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Woman to get £250 after council misses complaint deadline
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M5 motorway services to get electric lorry charging hub
ELECTRIC lorries will soon be able to recharge at a Worcestershire motorway service station after plans for a new charging hub were approved. Eight charging bays for electric HGVs will be built at the northbound Strensham Services, near junction 8 of the M5. GRIDSERVE Sustainable Energy Ltd’s plans include 16 high-power charging points alongside electrical… More
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Worcestershire clubs rewarded with potential EFL opposition in FA Cup first round
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Drivers could soon notice something new when pulling into M5 services
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Mortgage declined after an agreement in principle? Experts explain why
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To a tea… Omani ritual-inspired drink reimagined for state banquet
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FKA Twigs to curate and headline Southbank Centre’s Meltdown Festival
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Anton Du Beke, 60, career move announced away from Strictly
Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke has announced his new career move away from the BBC show. The British dancer, 60, co-wrote the swing track Dance My Way To Christmas, which will be released as a single next month ahead of the festive season. He will also perform the single as part of his… More
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Rare Cadbury chocolate returns to UK supermarket shelves after 18 years away
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King Charles III strips 15 people of honours – check the full list
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Worcester lap dancing club applies for new licence
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£200,000 business loan to help bring Benedicto’s Italian Quarter dreams to fruition
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High Street shop set to permanently close after more than 3 decades
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Residents urged to take painful or swollen varicose veins seriously
Worcestershire residents are being urged not to dismiss varicose veins as just a spooky accessory this Halloween. Premier Veins, which operates a clinic at Alexander House on High Street in Inkberrow, is encouraging the public to take leg health seriously—especially if veins are accompanied by discomfort or swelling. Massimo Vezzosi, consultant vascular and endovascular surgeon… More
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UK unemployment falls to lowest in a year but vacancies slide further
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Curfew imposed on two areas of Paris to prevent further disorder
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Face of man from Roman Scotland revealed in new reconstruction
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Australian MP in critical but stable condition after being hit by car
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King and royal family to welcome Sultan of Oman for Windsor state visit