'Talented young people train in the West Midlands, then move for better opportunities'
Regeneration bosses said the West Midlands has a 'young, diverse and growing population'
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More than 270 flights cancelled on Wednesday as UK airport disruption to continue
A Nats air traffic control system failure caused travel chaos at UK airports, with 1,300 flights cancelled on Tuesday and a further 279 axed on Wednesday
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Birmingham charity shop known for big-money discoveries gets even better with new addition
The shop was named one of the best in Britain.
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Recap: Stoke-on-Trent A500 smash sparks 'three-mile queue'
We'll bring you all the latest from the road and rail network
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Face of right-wing extremist jailed after BBC documentary
Thomas Webster, 29, from Lapworth in Warwickshire, was jailed for two years after being exposed in a BBC Wales documentary on far-right extremism
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Coventry shop linked to underage drinking and disorder stripped of licence
Even licencee Surbir Singh Kukrija was caught selling booze to a child
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Muhammad Ismail Alum inquest opens after teen cyclist killed in crash
The 16-year-old was hit by a car on his way home from early-morning prayers at Green Lane Mosque
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Birmingham park security upgrade after five traveller incursions this year
The country park has suffered multiple incursions over the years
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Raise the Colours founder confirms split with Ryan Bridge as he makes 'no flags' pledge
They were once allies involved in raising the colours - now Elliott Stanley has confirmed their split over flags
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Solihull barn conversion halted by enforcement officers now rejected by planners
Solihull barn conversion which was halted by enforcement officers refused planning permission
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Marks and Spencer's 'smart but stretchy' £16 trousers 'shoppers have been buying for years'
"I have 10 pairs that I use for both work and leisure. They last and wash like a ribbon. They are comfortable but, smart. Wear with a top or a tee-shirt either way they look good."
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Savers offered up to £3,000 to move pension pot - but there's a catch
The offer is the latest sign of an increasingly competitive market
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New dad and former police officer from Barnsley dies after crash just days before first wedding anniversary
“He was a wonderful dad and loved nothing more than making memories with his girls”
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The Papers: 'Israel reacts with fury' and 'air traffic collapse'
Sanctions on West Bank settlements, airport chaos and Prince George dominate Wednesday's front pages.
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Halesowen 'pub attacker' on trial for manslaughter after blind victim dies
Daniel Sedgley, 35, denies the manslaughter of Neil Greenaway
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Trump gave $45,000 to Natalie Harp and other White House aides as holiday gifts
The president’s substantial holiday gifts to four White House aides were made public via financial disclosures released by the administration Donald Trump gave sizable holiday gifts to four White House aides, according…
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Huge banking complex near trendy Sheffield waterfront set to be transformed into flats in car-free plans
Council agreed planning permission, but insists there will be no parking
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Cristian Volpato’s Socceroos fate uncertain after second sample confirms positive cocaine test
Football Australia has power to suspend him from national team Striker has maintained his innocence over failed drugs test Cristian Volpato’s immediate availability for the Socceroos rests in the hands of Football Austr…
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Opinions split as Sheffield-born Green Party deputy leader Mothin Ali locked in middle of landlord controversy
The Green Party deputy leader has faced criticism over homes he owns
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Coventry fly-tipping: Council 'seeks to prosecute' after oil dumped in Corley Lane
Coventry City Council says it is "seeking to prosecute" the perpetrators of what it describes as one of the city's worst cases of illegal waste-dumping, after around 100 oil containers were dumped in Corley Lane
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Babies born to anaemic mothers have smaller brains, study finds
Key regions of the brain linked to movement, learning and emotions were affected and may lead to cognitive problems Babies born to mothers with anaemia have smaller brains, particularly in key regions linked to movement…
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Electric vehicle giant coming to Coventry amid Sky Blue sponsorship deal
It is currently recruiting leadership roles based in the city
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Huddersfield pensioner's pub trip ends in roadside ditch - then trip to court
Police attending scene of accident found the Huddersfield man after 'one or two drinks'
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