Westmidlands

Sunday, February 15, 2026 westmidlands raildisruption worcester birmingham traincancellations railwaydamage publictransport traveldelay embankmentdamage replacementbus sport

Passengers travelling across the West Midlands should prepare for significant rail disruptions on Monday due to damage to a railway embankment between Worcester Foregate Street and Droitwich Spa. West Midlands Railway has … Read More

Sunday, February 15, 2026 midlands comprehensive education schools parentpower westmidlands stpauls ardenacademy challenges leadership

The Midlands' leading comprehensive schools, known for consistently outperforming expectations, have been highlighted in the prestigious Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026. These schools deserve recognition for their … Read More

Saturday, February 14, 2026 nazis holocaust poland westmidlands inheritance probate wartrauma familyreunion heirhunting displacement

Jozef Domanski was only 14 when Nazi forces ripped him away from his family in Poland in 1941. Like thousands of other Polish children, he was deported to Germany and forced into labour. Though he survived the war and was … Read More

Saturday, February 14, 2026 ofsted midlands education inspection schools grades exceptional westmidlands primary standards

Schools across the West Midlands have recently received updated ratings under Ofsted’s revamped inspection system, marking a significant change in how educational standards are assessed. Moving away from the traditional … Read More

Saturday, February 14, 2026 westmidlands mostwanted policeappeal burglary stalking harassment recall crime publicsafety suspects

West Midlands Police has updated its most wanted list, adding several new suspects sought in connection with various crimes. Authorities are urging the public to assist in locating these individuals and to call 999 … Read More

Saturday, February 14, 2026 counciltax westmidlands worcestershire shropshire localgovernment taxation infrastructure finances reform council

Local councils across the West Midlands are planning significant increases in council tax, seeking Government approval to raise bills by up to 9%. Normally capped at a 5% increase without special permission, these proposed … Read More