Mistakes, Conflict, and Controversy: A Candid Conversation with Birmingham Pride Director Lawrence Barton Sunday, April 12, 2026 birminghampride lgbtq leadership controversy community transinclusion business volunteerism pridefestival unity When I mentioned I was interviewing Lawrence Barton, director of Birmingham Pride since 2009, a colleague questioned, “How can someone ‘own’ Pride? Isn’t it a movement?” The idea of ownership felt misplaced, yet Lawrence’s … Read More
Longest Council Housing Wait Times Revealed Across Birmingham Amid High Demand Sunday, April 12, 2026 birmingham housing council waittimes quinton socialhousing applications property bids tenants The latest data on Birmingham City Council’s housing wait times highlights significant delays across the city, with Quinton experiencing the longest average wait of up to five years—or 256 weeks. Quinton not only faces … Read More
‘I Thought It Was Just Heartburn — Until My Devastating Cancer Diagnosis’ Sunday, April 12, 2026 heartburn oesophageal cancer reflux diagnosis chemotherapy symptoms barretts nhs awareness John Wardman, a 60-year-old businessman from Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, never imagined that his long-standing acid reflux and heartburn would signal something far more serious. For years, he managed his discomfort with … Read More
Discover Carding Mill Valley: A Stunning Waterfall Walk Just an Hour from Birmingham Sunday, April 12, 2026 nationaltrust cardingmill shropshire waterfall walks family outdoors terrace dayout nature Just an hour’s drive from Birmingham, Carding Mill Valley in Shropshire offers the perfect day out for families seeking fresh air and natural beauty. Managed by the National Trust, this picturesque spot features gentle … Read More
Iceland Introduces Free Delivery on Orders Over £40 Starting Monday Sunday, April 12, 2026 iceland delivery promotion costofliving fuelprices grocery retail uk frozenfood supermarkets Iceland is offering free same-day delivery for all orders over £40 from Monday 13 April through Thursday 16 April. Normally, home delivery slots cost £3.20, but this limited-time promotion aims to help shoppers save on … Read More
Gift Card Scams Surge in West Midlands, Police Warn Public Sunday, April 12, 2026 scam giftcards fraud westmidlands police crime retailers scamsafety victims prevention Police in the West Midlands are sounding the alarm over a rise in scams involving gift cards, which are being used by criminals to defraud unsuspecting individuals out of their money. Despite efforts by retailers to protect … Read More