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Film production in Birmingham could 'boost region' as a whole, according to Mayor

The cultural transformation of the Digbeth area of Birmingham could spread to other parts of the region, according to the Mayor of the West Midlands.

Politics|1 hour ago
Supporting image for story: Film production in Birmingham could 'boost region' as a whole, according to Mayor
Supporting image for story: 'I'm deeply concerned': Police commissioner warns that government settlement could lead to £41.1 million in cuts
'I'm deeply concerned': Police commissioner warns that government settlement could lead to £41.1 million in cuts
Politics|Dec 24
Supporting image for story: MP puts spotlight on West Midlands steelwork during visit to Tipton business
MP puts spotlight on West Midlands steelwork during visit to Tipton business
Business|Dec 24
Supporting image for story: 25 years on, what has city status done for Wolverhampton? Rival council chiefs share their thoughts. What do you think?
25 years on, what has city status done for Wolverhampton? Rival council chiefs share their thoughts. What do you think?
Wolverhampton|Dec 23
Supporting image for story: Staffordshire care leavers’ festive joy thanks to local store appeal
Staffordshire care leavers’ festive joy thanks to local store appeal
Politics|Dec 22
Supporting image for story: Cash-strapped council’s planned sale of ‘iconic’ Birmingham building is approved - here's what's next for one of the city's tallest buildings
Cash-strapped council’s planned sale of ‘iconic’ Birmingham building is approved - here's what's next for one of the city's tallest buildings
Birmingham|Dec 22
Supporting image for story: Dudley Council is to buy Sedgley's Ladies Walk clinic and library building in a multi-million pound deal to secure its future.
Dudley Council is to buy Sedgley's Ladies Walk clinic and library building in a multi-million pound deal to secure its future.
Sedgley|Dec 21

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Supporting image for story: Wolverhampton Tories launch petition against 37.5 per cent increase in 'garden tax' on green waste
Wolverhampton Tories launch petition against 37.5 per cent increase in 'garden tax' on green waste
Wolverhampton|Dec 21
Supporting image for story: 'Our region deserves top class links' - West Midlands MPs back transport improvement proposals
'Our region deserves top class links' - West Midlands MPs back transport improvement proposals
Transport|Dec 20
Supporting image for story: Walsall Council to see 28.5 per cent increase in its funding over next three years
Walsall Council to see 28.5 per cent increase in its funding over next three years
Walsall|Dec 20
Supporting image for story: Doctors strike: NHS services ‘up and running this weekend’ as patients urged to call 999 for emergencies during final days of doctors strike
Doctors strike: NHS services ‘up and running this weekend’ as patients urged to call 999 for emergencies during final days of doctors strike
Health|Dec 20
Supporting image for story: Struggling West Midlands businesses call for support in turning their fortunes around
Struggling West Midlands businesses call for support in turning their fortunes around
Business|Dec 20
Supporting image for story: West Midlands Labour councillor slams Keir Starmer's Government over planning rules ‘disaster about to happen’
West Midlands Labour councillor slams Keir Starmer's Government over planning rules ‘disaster about to happen’
Politics|Dec 20
Supporting image for story: Reform-led Staffordshire council approves environmental strategy that doesn't mention climate change
Reform-led Staffordshire council approves environmental strategy that doesn't mention climate change
Environment|Dec 20
Supporting image for story: 'This is a dark day for Shropshire’s green belt,' says Wrekin MP as Government announces planning shake-up
'This is a dark day for Shropshire’s green belt,' says Wrekin MP as Government announces planning shake-up
Property|Dec 19
Supporting image for story: 50 per cent rise in electricity price is hurting, West Bromwich boss tells minister during visit to Black Country
50 per cent rise in electricity price is hurting, West Bromwich boss tells minister during visit to Black Country
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Politics|Dec 19
Supporting image for story: Reform UK tipped to sweep Dudley wards in 2026 as council leader vows to hold seats
Reform UK tipped to sweep Dudley wards in 2026 as council leader vows to hold seats
Politics|Dec 19

UK News

Supporting image for story: Royal family to celebrate Christmas Day together at Sandringham
Royal family to celebrate Christmas Day together at Sandringham
UK News|7 hours ago
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Wind and cold weather warnings to come into force on Christmas Day
UK News|7 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Kate and Charlotte perform together on the piano for royal carol concert
Kate and Charlotte perform together on the piano for royal carol concert
UK News|11 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Ireland joins international condemnation of new West Bank settlements
Ireland joins international condemnation of new West Bank settlements
UK News|12 hours ago
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Trump administration accused of ‘bullying tactics’ over sanctions
UK News|13 hours ago
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WH Smith to claw back £1.5m from ex-bosses after accounting scandal
UK News|14 hours ago

Viral News

Supporting image for story: Charity busk draws hundreds to Dublin city centre
Charity busk draws hundreds to Dublin city centre
Viral news|13 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Over 200,000 portable chargers sold on Amazon recalled due to 'fire risk'
Over 200,000 portable chargers sold on Amazon recalled due to 'fire risk'
Lifestyle|Dec 12
Supporting image for story: Tiny figures explore Irn-Bru cans in school project assisted by top photographer
Tiny figures explore Irn-Bru cans in school project assisted by top photographer
Viral news|Dec 7
Supporting image for story: 'Abso-f******-lutely' - Hilarious moment Kelly Osbourne swears live on BBC WM as she declares her support for renaming Birmingham Airport after father Ozzy
'Abso-f******-lutely' - Hilarious moment Kelly Osbourne swears live on BBC WM as she declares her support for renaming Birmingham Airport after father Ozzy
Entertainment|Dec 3
Supporting image for story: Letters to Santa represent ‘magic of Christmas’, Royal Mail elves say
Letters to Santa represent ‘magic of Christmas’, Royal Mail elves say
Viral news|Dec 3
Supporting image for story: Alex Ferguson backs campaign to fund 150 scholarships for disadvantaged students
Alex Ferguson backs campaign to fund 150 scholarships for disadvantaged students
Viral news|Nov 25

World News

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Australia announces bravery award for heroes of Bondi terror attack
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Full release of Epstein files may take ‘few more weeks’ despite missed deadline
World News|11 hours ago
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Zelensky open to creating demilitarised zone in Ukraine’s industrial heartland
World News|12 hours ago
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Israel accuses Hamas of ceasefire violation as blast in Gaza wounds soldier
World News|13 hours ago
Investigators sift through wreckage after fatal nursing home explosion in US
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Thousands celebrate Christmas in Bethlehem after two years of war in Gaza
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