Prisoners nurture trees in UK prisons, planting 30,000 at a Plymouth Defence site with support from multiple organizations. Prisoners Grow Thousands of Trees to Plant in Plymouth UK The MOD and MoJ are working together in Plymouth. They are planting thousands of trees at a Defence site, and Defence Minister Luke Pollard MP planted a…
Alan Davies, a soldier unknown until now, will be added to a UK memorial. He survived Dunkirk and the Battle of Imjin River. Imjin River Veteran Identified for Memorial After Community Campaign A group wants a memorial for local Imjin River veterans. They’re halfway to their fundraising goal and have raised over £11,000 so far.…
Welsh councils may add to tourist taxes from 2027. This surprises tourism leaders who fear the impact on prices and visitors. Wales Councils Could Add Premiums to Tourist Tax Starting in 2027 Wales will let councils add to tourist taxes. These taxes start in 2027. Some tourism leaders didn’t know about this, and they are…
Somerset locals remembered through heartfelt tributes and funeral announcements published recently. Forty-nine lives are honored. Somerset Funeral Notices Heartfelt Tributes to Remember Local Lives This week, people are remembering 49 Somerset locals. Family and friends are sharing heartfelt tributes, honoring loved ones whose lives ended too soon. SomersetLive printed 46 death notices, remembering people from…
Drivers in Birmingham face hefty fines, totaling £14m in 5 years, mainly due to bus lane violations on key roads based on FOI request. Birmingham Motorists Stung For £14m On These Roads Birmingham drivers paid hefty fines for using bus lanes improperly. These fines totaled almost £14 million over the past five years. Brakewells Transport…
Council responds after a West Heath dad says home repairs after flooding were poorly done. Birmingham Council Responds to Distressed Dad’s Poor Home Repair The city council responded to Shaun’s repair complaints. Shaun complained about repair quality on his home. Shaun Shipley’s house flooded. The council recently repaired his flood-damaged home, but Shaun thinks the…
Residents fear for their safety after a fatal crash in Birmingham. Action is urged to prevent more accidents. Fatal Crash on Stratford Road Sparks Safety Fears for Hundreds People are upset after a man died on Stratford Road. This Birmingham road is known for bad crashes. A man in his 50s died in a car…
Birmingham binman describes facing angry residents with weapons and pay cut concerns amid strikes. Binman Says Residents Chase Them with Machetes Due to Misunderstandings A Birmingham binman named Will spoke about his job. He said it’s often misunderstood by the public. Will shared that he and coworkers face dangers. Some residents chase them with weapons…
Sutton Coldfield residents face a second tax increase in 2025. Birmingham and its town council both plan rises. Birmingham Suburb Faces Second Council Tax Hike in 2025 Sutton Coldfield residents will soon pay more council tax. Birmingham City Council is raising its tax 7.5%. The town council will also increase its share by 20%. This…
Solihull Council reviews garden waste charge of £49 after heated debate and opposition from councillors. Garden Waste Charge Aired at Solihull Council Meeting, Residents Pay £49 A Solihull Council meeting got heated. Council Leader Ian Courts accused rivals of seeking publicity. The meeting examined a garden waste charge. Residents now pay £49 yearly for the…