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Birmingham man charged after car crashes into Maypole Island

The A435 Alcester Road South was blocked following the crash

Government begins paying off council's £2bn debt

Woking Borough Council's leader says it is "important progress" but there is "still much work to do".

DWP confirms £300 Winter Fuel Payment rules for pensioners living in a care home

Eligible pensioners will receive up to £300 this winter

Newborn baby died after mum 'repeatedly ignored' by midwife and medical staff

Baby Mason was "completely healthy" when he was born but his parents noticed something was wrong the night he came home from the hospital

Seaton Carnival 2026 in pictures and video as illuminated processions return

Illuminated Carnivals are back across the South West

Enzo Le Fee earns redemption as late penalty salvages Sunderland a draw at Brentford

Brentford 1-1 Sunderland: The midfielder righted the wrong of a missed spot-kick in west London at the start of the year

Littlehampton 10k 2026: fabulous photos from the annual event

Runners took to the streets of Littlehampton on Sunday, September 6, for the annual Littlehampton 10K.

Harrogate's 'friendliest coffee house’ praised in the House of Commons

A well-liked independent Harrogate cafe has been ‘bigged up’ in Parliament by the town’s MP as part of his campaign to slash VAT in the hospitality sector.

Green Party deputy leader linked to property lets despite opposition to landlords

Mothin Ali, is linked to two rental properties via his company, but does not appear to profit from them.

Police investigate Bielik fan clash at Portsmouth

Police are investigating an incident between Cardiff defender Krystian Bielik and a Portsmouth supporter during Pompey's 2-0 home win on Saturday.

Travel experts explain free Ryanair and easyJet tip for extra legroom

It all depends which plane you are flying on for your holiday

Tenants warned of 'relentless' rent rises with change 'over next year'

New data has shown that things are not looking good for renters

State pensioners born before 1960 urged to come forward for £363 payments

Underclaimed support can be worth thousands of pounds extra a year

Best pictures as families enjoy summer fun at Scarborough Castle

Families have been enjoying a classic Great British Summer at Scarborough Castle, inspired by timeless holiday traditions and a fun day out for the whole family.

Family's heartfelt tribute to 'outgoing and full of life' mum killed in Woolton crash

Kelly Marie Lundie was a devoted and beloved mother to her son, Caleb, who was "her world"

Zia Yusuf’s post about Camden council leader is ‘straightforward racism’, says minister

Senior Reform UK figure has faced criticism within party after post about Sagal Abdi-Wali, a former child refugee Labour has accused Reform’s Zia Yusuf of “straightforward racism” after he suggested the party’s frontrun…

South West Water explains days-long supply issues in Devon towns

South West Water has explained what has caused issues to the water supply in several Devon towns over the last few days.

List of Nottinghamshire roads in line for major roadworks and resurfacing in September

A list of roadworks has been released by the council

Devastated Yorkshire family search for answers after asbestos-related death of "completely devoted" dad

A devastated family has released a desperate plea for information after a “completely devoted” dad died from suspected asbestos exposure.

Nigel Farage eyes jailed Peter Murrell’s campervan for Reform Party campaign

The Reform UK leader wants to buy the vehicle, bought with SNP cash, to tour Scotland during next year's local elections.

Richard Osman accidentally reveals Celebrity Traitors series two launch date at live event

The slip-up occured during a live edition of The Rest Is Entertainment podcast

Tyrone woman explains why she gave away half of £115m lottery prize: ‘I didn’t see the point’

Autistic man racked with fear over OVO Energy bailiffs breaking into flat

He doesn’t have an account with them

Edinburgh police trace teen duo after 'assault and vandalism' in city centre

Two teenagers have been charged