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The way that private health care is accessed in the UK is set to be radically altered for the better thanks the launch of a specialised health insurance website.


Jim Troughton’s vow as new captain

New Warwickshire captain Jim Troughton insits he can combine leadership with runs after fulfilling a lifelong ambition to skipper the Bears.


Consistency key to the Bears success

Warwickshire director of cricket Ashley Giles claims consistency is the key to the Bears adding four-day success to their one-day glory.


A notable double for Mike Hingley

As England get ready to battle for the Ashes Down Under, Old Hill’s promising young opening batsman Mike Hingley is celebrating a notable double.


Cambodia stampede kills hundreds

At least 330 people have reportedly been killed in a stampede on a bridge in the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh.


First picture of Tipton’s new £8.8m swimming pool

This exclusive picture shows the new £8.8 million swimming pool complex planned for Tipton.


The Specials returning to Wolverhampton’s Civic Hall

Ska legends The Specials today announced two gigs in Wolverhampton.


1,034 fines for illegal parking at Russells Hall Hospital

More than 1,030 fines have been issued to drivers parking illegally on roads near a Black Country hospital during the past year, new figures reveal.


Marcus Hahnemann’s vow to Wolves

Marcus Hahnemann has vowed Wolves will turn around their woeful run this Saturday against Sunderland.


Wolverhampton murder probe as body found

A murder investigation was under way this afternoon after the body of a woman was discovered at a house in Wolverhampton.

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