Posh Midlands Borough Among Few Areas with Falling House Prices Monday, April 6, 2026 northwarwickshire houseprices midlands propertymarket realestate housingtrends homeowners propertyvalues midlandsborough marketdecline While house prices have generally risen across much of the Midlands over the past year, North Warwickshire—a posh and leafy borough—stands out as an exception. Recent data reveals that average property values in this area … Read More
From Cancer Survivor to Children’s Nurse: Dan Laird’s Journey to Helping Sick Kids Monday, April 6, 2026 cancer leukaemia nursing paediatrics healthcare survivor education covid19 determination recovery Dan Laird’s battle with cancer began at just six years old when he was diagnosed with leukaemia. He spent three grueling years undergoing intensive treatment at Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Now, at 33 and in … Read More
Birmingham's March 2026 Criminals Jailed Including Notorious Child Snatcher Monday, April 6, 2026 crime birmingham sentencing driving childabduction assault drugs violence theft stalking March 2026 saw a string of brutal crimes and reckless acts in Birmingham, resulting in multiple offenders being sentenced to immediate imprisonment. This month’s cases reveal heart-wrenching stories, from mothers who … Read More
A Man Scared Me on a Bus — and I Felt Like It Was My Fault Sunday, April 5, 2026 women safety harassment publictransport abuse safertravel birmingham bystander empowerment violence sport It was an ordinary journey home one September evening. After a full day’s work from eight to four, I boarded the number 24 bus into Birmingham city centre, never imagining that this ride would change how I view public … Read More
Young People in the West Midlands Face Ongoing Housing Challenges as Employers Express Deep Concern Sunday, April 5, 2026 housing westmidlands youngpeople propertyladder spatialstrategy development councillors affordability infrastructure youth Councillors and business leaders in the West Midlands have voiced serious concerns about the persistent housing difficulties facing young people in the region. As many struggle to buy or rent their own properties, city … Read More
Inside Birmingham City Women’s Team on Track to Secure Promotion Ambitions Sunday, April 5, 2026 birminghamcity women promotion wsl knighthead football facup investment facilities leidhammar sport While Birmingham City’s men’s squad settles into a mid-table finish, the women’s team is making waves with a strong bid for promotion back to the Women’s Super League (WSL) after a four-year absence. Under Amy Merricks’ … Read More