<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Birmingham - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest news about Birmingham with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your region!]]></description><language>en-uk</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:10:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Ozzy Day set to honour Birmingham's famous son]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live music, events and artwork form part of Birmingham's first Ozzy Day, a year after the rock legend's death.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ozzy-day-set-to-honour-birminghams-famous-son/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ozzy-day-set-to-honour-birminghams-famous-son/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Water firm has avoided hosepipe bans for 30 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Severn Trent says it is proud of its decades-old record despite huge demand on supplies.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/water-firm-has-avoided-hosepipe-bans-for-30-years/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/water-firm-has-avoided-hosepipe-bans-for-30-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Could we see temperature records tumble?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these sunny photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-could-we-see-temperature-records-tumble/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-could-we-see-temperature-records-tumble/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum's fundraising pays for 18 responder vehicles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Debbie Roscoe says she wanted to give something back to the NHS after her daughter fell ill as a teenager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mums-fundraising-pays-for-18-responder-vehicles/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mums-fundraising-pays-for-18-responder-vehicles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chelsea agree record &pound;117m deal for Villa's Rogers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chelsea have agreed a club record &pound;117m deal to sign England international midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/chelsea-agree-record-pound117m-deal-for-villas-rogers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/chelsea-agree-record-pound117m-deal-for-villas-rogers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arrests made after disorder in town centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[A dispersal order is put in place for Halesowen town centre after fighting occurred on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/arrests-made-after-disorder-in-town-centre/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/arrests-made-after-disorder-in-town-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former police chief given &pound;57k 'golden goodbye']]></title><description><![CDATA[Craig Guildford left following criticism over a decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from a match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/former-police-chief-given-pound57k-golden-goodbye/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/former-police-chief-given-pound57k-golden-goodbye/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blues re-sign Brighton keeper Beadle on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City re-sign Brighton goalkeeper James Beadle on another season-long loan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/blues-re-sign-brighton-keeper-beadle-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/blues-re-sign-brighton-keeper-beadle-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Villa's record signing Manzambi can spearhead new era]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is a new era for Aston Villa - and Johan Manzambi, who has just joined in a club record deal worth more than &pound;50m - will be one of the poster boys.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-villas-record-signing-manzambi-can-spearhead-new-era/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-villas-record-signing-manzambi-can-spearhead-new-era/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Racist abuse means my home feels like a prison]]></title><description><![CDATA[A cancer survivor in Birmingham feels let down by authorities after enduring six years of racism.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/racist-abuse-means-my-home-feels-like-a-prison/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/racist-abuse-means-my-home-feels-like-a-prison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free summer holiday events across the West Midlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[A guide to free activities and events for families across the region this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/free-summer-holiday-events-across-the-west-midlands/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 08:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/free-summer-holiday-events-across-the-west-midlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New friends for twice bereaved emu Malcolm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brockswood Animal Rescue is bringing new friends for resident emu Malcolm to relieve his loneliness.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-friends-for-twice-bereaved-emu-malcolm/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-friends-for-twice-bereaved-emu-malcolm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa complete club record Manzambi signing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unai Emery makes his first summer signing by bringing in Johan Manzambi for a club record fee of just over &pound;50m.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-complete-club-record-manzambi-signing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-complete-club-record-manzambi-signing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six deny plot to attack Pakistani dissidents in UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[They are said to have been part of a plan to inflict violence on a human rights lawyer and journalist.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/six-deny-plot-to-attack-pakistani-dissidents-in-uk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/six-deny-plot-to-attack-pakistani-dissidents-in-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man appears in court on spying charges allegedly linked to Iran]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vahid Aberi is arrested in Birmingham, and accused of a National Security Act offence.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-appears-in-court-on-spying-charges-allegedly-linked-to-iran/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-appears-in-court-on-spying-charges-allegedly-linked-to-iran/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walsall sign ex-Man City forward Sodje from Buxton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walsall make ex-Manchester City forward Tai Sodje their seventh signing of the summer on a two-year deal from Buxton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-sign-ex-man-city-forward-sodje-from-buxton/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-sign-ex-man-city-forward-sodje-from-buxton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Artist painted a sunrise a day to cope with grief]]></title><description><![CDATA[Denise Marie Walker gets outdoors with brushes following the death of her mum.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/artist-painted-a-sunrise-a-day-to-cope-with-grief/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/artist-painted-a-sunrise-a-day-to-cope-with-grief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shop loses licence over missing lottery ticket]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Dudley shop has its licence removed over the theft of a winning ticket.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/shop-loses-licence-over-missing-lottery-ticket/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/shop-loses-licence-over-missing-lottery-ticket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shrewsbury sign Villa goalkeeper Proctor on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shrewsbury Town sign Aston Villa's teenage goalkeeper Sam Proctor on loan for the 2026-27 League Two season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/shrewsbury-sign-villa-goalkeeper-proctor-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/shrewsbury-sign-villa-goalkeeper-proctor-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aston Villa sign defender Harviken from Juventus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have signed Norway international Mathilde Harviken from Juventus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/aston-villa-sign-defender-harviken-from-juventus/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/aston-villa-sign-defender-harviken-from-juventus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record number of arrests made during World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Midlands Police says it carried out the highest number of arrests since records began.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/record-number-of-arrests-made-during-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/record-number-of-arrests-made-during-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: How much did 'miracle baby' Isaac weigh?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include a trowel lost for 200 years and schoolboys' Lego triumph - can you get 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-how-much-did-miracle-baby-isaac-weigh/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-how-much-did-miracle-baby-isaac-weigh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ukulele club in pub creates 'instant friendships']]></title><description><![CDATA[The group Moselele meets twice a month to sing and forget about the stresses of life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ukulele-club-in-pub-creates-instant-friendships/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ukulele-club-in-pub-creates-instant-friendships/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leicestershire sign Warwickshire batter Shaikh]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicestershire sign batter Hamza Shaikh from Warwickshire on a three-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/leicestershire-sign-warwickshire-batter-shaikh/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/leicestershire-sign-warwickshire-batter-shaikh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Officer guilty of assaulting woman during arrest]]></title><description><![CDATA[PC Callum Brand is set to be sentenced in September after being found guilty of assault.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/officer-guilty-of-assaulting-woman-during-arrest/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/officer-guilty-of-assaulting-woman-during-arrest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robert Plant mural unveiled in his birthplace]]></title><description><![CDATA[The mural features Led Zeppelin frontman, with nods to notable sites in West Bromwich.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/robert-plant-mural-unveiled-in-his-birthplace/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/robert-plant-mural-unveiled-in-his-birthplace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen hackers who live streamed cyber-attack on TfL jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Owen Flowers and Thalha Jubair were convicted for their roles in the attack, which led to large costs for Transport for London.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/teen-hackers-who-live-streamed-cyber-attack-on-tfl-jailed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/teen-hackers-who-live-streamed-cyber-attack-on-tfl-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Midfielder Gomes close to £38m Villa move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joao Gomes is set to leave Wolves after their relegation from the Premier League and join Aston Villa.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/midfielder-gomes-close-to-38m-villa-move/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/midfielder-gomes-close-to-38m-villa-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellingham slapped Argentina substitute after England exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham sparks melee as he slaps Argentina substitute Valentin Barco on the back of the head following England's 2-1 World Cup semi-final defeat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bellingham-slapped-argentina-substitute-after-england-exit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bellingham-slapped-argentina-substitute-after-england-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bride-to-be's plea over missing heirloom ring]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nadya Giffen's ring is believed to have gone missing between Hemel Hempstead and Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bride-to-bes-plea-over-missing-heirloom-ring/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bride-to-bes-plea-over-missing-heirloom-ring/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dad donates part of liver to save  daughter's life]]></title><description><![CDATA[A dad donated a fifth of his liver in operations which took place at the same time at two hospitals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dad-donates-part-of-liver-to-save-daughters-life/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dad-donates-part-of-liver-to-save-daughters-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teacher smacked boy for urinating in ball pit]]></title><description><![CDATA[A panel finds her actions constituted conduct that may bring the profession into disrepute.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/teacher-smacked-boy-for-urinating-in-ball-pit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 22:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/teacher-smacked-boy-for-urinating-in-ball-pit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eight men charged in historical child sex gang inquiry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officers make arrests in Wales, England and Scotland as part of Operation Oak.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/eight-men-charged-in-historical-child-sex-gang-inquiry/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/eight-men-charged-in-historical-child-sex-gang-inquiry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turnaround at Dudley Council praised]]></title><description><![CDATA[The notice was imposed by government last year partly to address the council's budget position.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/turnaround-at-dudley-council-praised/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/turnaround-at-dudley-council-praised/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Asylum seeker who raped vulnerable man in park jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[A court hears Islamuddin Talash took the victim to a "secluded" area of the park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/asylum-seeker-who-raped-vulnerable-man-in-park-jailed/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/asylum-seeker-who-raped-vulnerable-man-in-park-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham sign Man Utd's Turner and Naalsund]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City complete the signing of defender Millie Turner and midfielder Lisa Naalsund from Manchester United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-sign-man-utds-turner-and-naalsund/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-sign-man-utds-turner-and-naalsund/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aston Villa sign keeper Ramsey on free transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Emily Ramsey on a free transfer from Everton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/aston-villa-sign-keeper-ramsey-on-free-transfer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/aston-villa-sign-keeper-ramsey-on-free-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young Jude's hospital World Cup surprise]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nine-year old Jude, from Walsall, cheered on England from Walsall Manor Hospital&rsquo;s Children&rsquo;s Ward.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/young-judes-hospital-world-cup-surprise/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/young-judes-hospital-world-cup-surprise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More teenagers charged over stabbing near mosque]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three more teenagers are accused over the stabbing of Zeshan Afzal outside a mosque in Smethwick.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/more-teenagers-charged-over-stabbing-near-mosque/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/more-teenagers-charged-over-stabbing-near-mosque/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How an AI tool is improving NHS wait times]]></title><description><![CDATA[The app, called Heidi, is being rolled out across 15 NHS trusts in the West Midlands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-an-ai-tool-is-improving-nhs-wait-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-an-ai-tool-is-improving-nhs-wait-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southampton sign Dobbin from Villa for £9m]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton complete the signing of forward Lewis Dobbin from Aston Villa for a fee of almost &pound;9m.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/southampton-sign-dobbin-from-villa-for-9m/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/southampton-sign-dobbin-from-villa-for-9m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hand of God match was fan's first of 11 World Cups]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Dubberley described the historic moment witnessed by fans from inside the stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hand-of-god-match-was-fans-first-of-11-world-cups/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hand-of-god-match-was-fans-first-of-11-world-cups/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellingham best player at World Cup - Rooney]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham has been the best player at the World Cup so far, says former England striker Wayne Rooney.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bellingham-best-player-at-world-cup-rooney/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bellingham-best-player-at-world-cup-rooney/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hometown love for Jude Bellingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[England star Jude Bellingham is making a lot of people very proud in his Black Country hometown.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hometown-love-for-jude-bellingham/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hometown-love-for-jude-bellingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football fan thrilled to meet hero Bellingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Walton, from Stourbridge, the same town as Bellingham, said they chatted for 15 minutes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/football-fan-thrilled-to-meet-hero-bellingham/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/football-fan-thrilled-to-meet-hero-bellingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crews tackle large grass fire near allotments]]></title><description><![CDATA[About 2,500m of grass within fields is alight in an area near Castle Vale in Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/crews-tackle-large-grass-fire-near-allotments/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/crews-tackle-large-grass-fire-near-allotments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man Utd sign Tielemans for £35m from Aston Villa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United complete the signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa on a five-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-utd-sign-tielemans-for-35m-from-aston-villa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-utd-sign-tielemans-for-35m-from-aston-villa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa warned over sportswashing after Visit Rwanda deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa are warned their new &pound;20m-a-year sponsorship deal with Visit Rwanda will be used by the nation to sportswash its human rights record.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-warned-over-sportswashing-after-visit-rwanda-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-warned-over-sportswashing-after-visit-rwanda-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Train shortage sees some services cancelled]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is a shortage of trains due to repairs being done on air conditioning, TfW says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/train-shortage-sees-some-services-cancelled/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/train-shortage-sees-some-services-cancelled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Black Country people have fierce pride, comic says]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Black Country Day, Jonny Cole also says the area is known for "strong, loving and warm people".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/black-country-people-have-fierce-pride-comic-says/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/black-country-people-have-fierce-pride-comic-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Accused tampered with boy's meds, court told]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emma Jane Williams, 41, denies attempted murder and is on trial at Birmingham Crown Court.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/accused-tampered-with-boys-meds-court-told/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/accused-tampered-with-boys-meds-court-told/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daryl Dike - a case of what might have been]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Radio WM's Steve Hermon reflects on Daryl Dike's injury-hit four and a half years at West Brom following the striker's release.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/daryl-dike-a-case-of-what-might-have-been/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/daryl-dike-a-case-of-what-might-have-been/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The grannies who want the world to dance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Known as Hilda, Letty and May, the trio dance on high streets to put a smile on people's faces.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-grannies-who-want-the-world-to-dance/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-grannies-who-want-the-world-to-dance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum's anxiety over lack of SEND holiday clubs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Natalie, whose son is autistic and non-verbal, says she struggles to work during the six-week break.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mums-anxiety-over-lack-of-send-holiday-clubs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mums-anxiety-over-lack-of-send-holiday-clubs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellingham and Rogers to get freedom of Dudley]]></title><description><![CDATA[Boyhood friends Jude Bellingham and Morgan Rogers grew up just a few miles from each other.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bellingham-and-rogers-to-get-freedom-of-dudley/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 22:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bellingham-and-rogers-to-get-freedom-of-dudley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa working on deal for Switzerland's Manzambi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa are working on a deal for Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi as they attempt to hijack a move to Newcastle United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-working-on-deal-for-switzerlands-manzambi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-working-on-deal-for-switzerlands-manzambi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How a magician made a throne for Ozzy Osbourne]]></title><description><![CDATA[The throne was used by Ozzy on tour and featured in promo material for an album in the early 1980s.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-a-magician-made-a-throne-for-ozzy-osbourne/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-a-magician-made-a-throne-for-ozzy-osbourne/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I went for an eye test and was told I had cancer']]></title><description><![CDATA[Jez Bridges is trying to raise &pound;200,000 to extend his life and give him more time with his family.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-went-for-an-eye-test-and-was-told-i-had-cancer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-went-for-an-eye-test-and-was-told-i-had-cancer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I created a super hero world rooted in Indian mythology']]></title><description><![CDATA[Gurd Chahal says he has been perfecting the universe for his books for 35 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-created-a-super-hero-world-rooted-in-indian-mythology/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-created-a-super-hero-world-rooted-in-indian-mythology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside borough's first school rated exceptional]]></title><description><![CDATA[Moat Farm Junior School in Oldbury is one of only 0.2% of schools nationally to receive the grade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/inside-boroughs-first-school-rated-exceptional/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/inside-boroughs-first-school-rated-exceptional/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bears end T20 campaign with win over Northants - round-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yorkshire reach the quarter-finals of the T20 Blast, while Hampshire seal a home tie in the last eight.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bears-end-t20-campaign-with-win-over-northants-round-up/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bears-end-t20-campaign-with-win-over-northants-round-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Water company records highest ever level of demand]]></title><description><![CDATA[Severn Trent records demand as being at almost 2.4 billion litres during the last few days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/water-company-records-highest-ever-level-of-demand/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/water-company-records-highest-ever-level-of-demand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School to be redeveloped after plans approved]]></title><description><![CDATA[The primary school, which has more than 400 pupils, is to be knocked down and rebuilt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/school-to-be-redeveloped-after-plans-approved/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/school-to-be-redeveloped-after-plans-approved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bellingham is a genius' as fans celebrate England win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Roars of jubilation could be heard at Stourbridge Football Club where Bellingham started his career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bellingham-is-a-genius-as-fans-celebrate-england-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bellingham-is-a-genius-as-fans-celebrate-england-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Venezuela quakes left behind 'pure devastation']]></title><description><![CDATA[Mark Leeson was one of the firefighters sent to Venezuela after twin earthquakes in June.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/venezuela-quakes-left-behind-pure-devastation/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/venezuela-quakes-left-behind-pure-devastation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Relaxing in the summer sunshine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these sunny photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-relaxing-in-the-summer-sunshine/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-relaxing-in-the-summer-sunshine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why wellness is booming at festivals in the UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Organisers say they are seeing more demand for wellness events such as yoga and running clubs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/why-wellness-is-booming-at-festivals-in-the-uk/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/why-wellness-is-booming-at-festivals-in-the-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellingham reaching heights of World Cup legends with Messi next]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jude Bellingham again dazzles England and the World Cup with his brilliance, matching some records of the all-time greats.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bellingham-reaching-heights-of-world-cup-legends-with-messi-next/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 06:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bellingham-reaching-heights-of-world-cup-legends-with-messi-next/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who else? How Bellingham became indispensable again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel charts Jude Bellingham's remarkable resurgence with England at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/who-else-how-bellingham-became-indispensable-again/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 02:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/who-else-how-bellingham-became-indispensable-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Which World Cup stars have roots near you? Try our postcode lookup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Which World Cup stars have roots near you? Find out with our interactive lookup tool]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/which-world-cup-stars-have-roots-near-you-try-our-postcode-lookup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/which-world-cup-stars-have-roots-near-you-try-our-postcode-lookup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Brilliant' mural of Bellingham and Rogers appears]]></title><description><![CDATA[The artwork on the side of a chippy shows the Black Country-born England stars eating orange chips.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/brilliant-mural-of-bellingham-and-rogers-appears/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/brilliant-mural-of-bellingham-and-rogers-appears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pedestrian seriously injured after being hit by car]]></title><description><![CDATA[The driver of the car, a man in his 20s, has been arrested on suspicion of drink-driving.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/pedestrian-seriously-injured-after-being-hit-by-car/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 11:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/pedestrian-seriously-injured-after-being-hit-by-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jabs plea from bereaved mum of Meningitis B victim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deniz Mills says students should enter a summer vaccine programme following the death of son Aaron.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jabs-plea-from-bereaved-mum-of-meningitis-b-victim/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jabs-plea-from-bereaved-mum-of-meningitis-b-victim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He's just wonderful': The pride of Bellingham's home town]]></title><description><![CDATA[As England prepare to play again, people from Stourbridge on why Jude Bellingham is such a hero.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hes-just-wonderful-the-pride-of-bellinghams-home-town/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hes-just-wonderful-the-pride-of-bellinghams-home-town/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast: Bears beat Glamorgan in thriller, Lancs win Roses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Surrey and Gloucestershire become the latest sides to reach the quarter-finals of the T20 Blast on a busy night of action.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/t20-blast-bears-beat-glamorgan-in-thriller-lancs-win-roses/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/t20-blast-bears-beat-glamorgan-in-thriller-lancs-win-roses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Blaze and Durham complete Finals Day line-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Blaze beat Somerset by seven wickets in the T20 Blast, a result that guarantees a semi-final spot for them and Durham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-blaze-and-durham-complete-finals-day-line-up/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-blaze-and-durham-complete-finals-day-line-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haaland &amp; Heggem inspiring Baggies' striker Heggebo]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Bromwich Albion striker Aune Heggebo says watching Erling Haaland and his old Baggies team-mate Torbjorn Heggem exploits for Norway at the World Cup has been amazing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/haaland-amp-heggem-inspiring-baggies-striker-heggebo/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/haaland-amp-heggem-inspiring-baggies-striker-heggebo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bristol Rovers keeper Ward joins Walsall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walsall sign Bristol Rovers goalkeeper Jed Ward for an undisclosed fee on a three-year deal, with an option for a further year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bristol-rovers-keeper-ward-joins-walsall/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bristol-rovers-keeper-ward-joins-walsall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Ham sign forward Salmon on two-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Ham have signed England forward Ebony Salmon on a two-year deal following her exit from Aston Villa.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-ham-sign-forward-salmon-on-two-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-ham-sign-forward-salmon-on-two-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Students' photos used for bus ad campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[Successful students describe the opportunity as "an eye-opener" and "invaluable".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/students-photos-used-for-bus-ad-campaign/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/students-photos-used-for-bus-ad-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Longest-serving Archers star Patricia Greene dies aged 95]]></title><description><![CDATA[She was best known for playing Jill Archer in the BBC Radio 4 soap for nearly 70 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/longest-serving-archers-star-patricia-greene-dies-aged-95/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/longest-serving-archers-star-patricia-greene-dies-aged-95/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fresh appeal 26 years on from dad's murder]]></title><description><![CDATA[The appeal over the death of Zafar Medhi is issued on what would have been his 70th birthday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/fresh-appeal-26-years-on-from-dads-murder/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/fresh-appeal-26-years-on-from-dads-murder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lime bikes overheat due to Grand Central glare]]></title><description><![CDATA[An investigation is under way after e-bikes and scooters overheated.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lime-bikes-overheat-due-to-grand-central-glare/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lime-bikes-overheat-due-to-grand-central-glare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Brom links to defender tasked with stopping Kane]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ex-Albion defender Torbjorn Heggem's dad Trond says his move to the Baggies was the making of him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-brom-links-to-defender-tasked-with-stopping-kane/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-brom-links-to-defender-tasked-with-stopping-kane/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It's taken over our lives': Inside a World Cup sticker swap shop]]></title><description><![CDATA[Families are being swept up in the World Cup craze as they try to complete the Panini album.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/its-taken-over-our-lives-inside-a-world-cup-sticker-swap-shop/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/its-taken-over-our-lives-inside-a-world-cup-sticker-swap-shop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: What strange falling object nearly took out this man?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include charity brick carrying and superbike hats - can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-what-strange-falling-object-nearly-took-out-this-man/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-what-strange-falling-object-nearly-took-out-this-man/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Duchess Sophie makes The Archers cameo appearance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sophie headed to Birmingham to record with the Ambridge regulars for Thursday's episode.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/duchess-sophie-makes-the-archers-cameo-appearance/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/duchess-sophie-makes-the-archers-cameo-appearance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder charge 27 years after woman's disappearance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trevor Dunkley is accused of killing Patricia Lashley, last seen near her Dudley home in 1998.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murder-charge-27-years-after-womans-disappearance/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murder-charge-27-years-after-womans-disappearance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor opens £50m electric vehicle jobs fund]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grants of between &pound;250,000 and &pound;3m are available through a fund launched by Mayor Richard Parker.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mayor-opens-50m-electric-vehicle-jobs-fund/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mayor-opens-50m-electric-vehicle-jobs-fund/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man jailed for crash that killed friend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Corey Brown was dangerously driving a stolen car with two of his friends as passengers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-jailed-for-crash-that-killed-friend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-jailed-for-crash-that-killed-friend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prince Harry gets UK trip back on track with hospital visit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Duke of Sussex visits a children's hospital in Birmingham in a trip to the UK that has had a bumpy start.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/prince-harry-gets-uk-trip-back-on-track-with-hospital-visit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/prince-harry-gets-uk-trip-back-on-track-with-hospital-visit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Black Sabbath drummer explains wheelchair use]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bill Ward, 78, reveals he has used a wheelchair for about 18 months, but is not "ill or giving up".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/black-sabbath-drummer-explains-wheelchair-use/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/black-sabbath-drummer-explains-wheelchair-use/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Profit before safety' in online medicine racket]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three men and a woman are sentenced for selling prescription medicines and drugs through a website.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/profit-before-safety-in-online-medicine-racket/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/profit-before-safety-in-online-medicine-racket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Emotional' World Cup reunion for expats who made Mexico home in '86]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gary Allen says there was "plenty of beer, plenty of stories" during the tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/emotional-world-cup-reunion-for-expats-who-made-mexico-home-in-86/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/emotional-world-cup-reunion-for-expats-who-made-mexico-home-in-86/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I'm Morgan Rogers' private chef - he might get apple crumble before a game']]></title><description><![CDATA[Zena Weeks says the England midfielder is not keen on fish but knows it's good for him so he eats it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/im-morgan-rogers-private-chef-he-might-get-apple-crumble-before-a-game/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/im-morgan-rogers-private-chef-he-might-get-apple-crumble-before-a-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dog owner wants change after plant poisoning]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Tamworth woman wants mandatory labels on plants after her dog nearly died from eating one.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dog-owner-wants-change-after-plant-poisoning/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dog-owner-wants-change-after-plant-poisoning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Birmingham Selly Oak MP Al Carns rules out leadership bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carns's said a leadership contest was "not the best use of Labour's time" and "we need to get on board" with Burnham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-birmingham-selly-oak-mp-al-carns-rules-out-leadership-bid/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-birmingham-selly-oak-mp-al-carns-rules-out-leadership-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham Selly Oak MP Al Carns rules out leadership bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carns's said a leadership contest was "not the best use of Labour's time" and "we need to get on board" with Burnham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-selly-oak-mp-al-carns-rules-out-leadership-bid/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-selly-oak-mp-al-carns-rules-out-leadership-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Surrey defeat Warwickshire in T20 Blast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Surrey beat Warwickshire Bears and Hampshire Hawks overcome The Blaze in the Women's T20 Blast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/surrey-defeat-warwickshire-in-t20-blast/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/surrey-defeat-warwickshire-in-t20-blast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform councillor arrested over harassment report]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carl Creaney says police are following a complaint and he has "nothing to hide".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-councillor-arrested-over-harassment-report/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-councillor-arrested-over-harassment-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bellingham 'world class player' and 'what England needs']]></title><description><![CDATA[Bellingham's former coach and a family friend reflect on the midfielder's rise to the world stage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bellingham-world-class-player-and-what-england-needs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bellingham-world-class-player-and-what-england-needs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Views sought over £1.75bn rail scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[The project could create millions of extra seats on trains coming in and out of Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/views-sought-over-175bn-rail-scheme/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/views-sought-over-175bn-rail-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Severn Trent avoids fine for wastewater failures]]></title><description><![CDATA[The water firm took "genuine accountability" after breaching wastewater obligations, Ofwat says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/severn-trent-avoids-fine-for-wastewater-failures/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/severn-trent-avoids-fine-for-wastewater-failures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beaumont to retire from international cricket]]></title><description><![CDATA[England batter Tammy Beaumont has confirmed that she will retire after the Test match against India, which starts on Friday at Lord's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/beaumont-to-retire-from-international-cricket/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/beaumont-to-retire-from-international-cricket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man guilty of stabbing housemate to death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police called to a property in Birmingham found victim Kiirpal Nhian, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-guilty-of-stabbing-housemate-to-death/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-guilty-of-stabbing-housemate-to-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homegrown Heroes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Birmingham City manager Pep Clotet discusses giving Jude Bellingham his debut.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/homegrown-heroes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/homegrown-heroes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sensory prom for girls who missed out at school]]></title><description><![CDATA[The group is fundraising to fund a prom for girls with ADHD, autism and anxiety.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/sensory-prom-for-girls-who-missed-out-at-school/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/sensory-prom-for-girls-who-missed-out-at-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We escaped alcoholism - now we're helping others']]></title><description><![CDATA[Andrew Griffiths spends his time helping others find the same support that he says saved his life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/we-escaped-alcoholism-now-were-helping-others/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/we-escaped-alcoholism-now-were-helping-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shades of Keane and Gerrard in Bellingham display - Rooney]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wayne Rooney believes Jude Bellingham's performance against Mexico ranks alongside iconic Steven Gerrard and Roy Keane displays]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/shades-of-keane-and-gerrard-in-bellingham-display-rooney/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/shades-of-keane-and-gerrard-in-bellingham-display-rooney/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa and Belgium midfielder Onana ruptures ACL]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa midfielder Amadou Onana ruptures an anterior cruciate ligament while playing for Belgium at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-and-belgium-midfielder-onana-ruptures-acl/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-and-belgium-midfielder-onana-ruptures-acl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Cowardly' pair jailed over fatal arson attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stephen Dale and Tyler Phythian are sentenced following the death of Daniel Gardner.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cowardly-pair-jailed-over-fatal-arson-attack/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cowardly-pair-jailed-over-fatal-arson-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solihull sign Mills, Ford and Shipston]]></title><description><![CDATA[Solihull Moors sign Halifax Town defender Jevon Mills, former Shaymen goalkeeper Nathaniel Ford and ex-Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Rio Shipston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/solihull-sign-mills-ford-and-shipston/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/solihull-sign-mills-ford-and-shipston/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five sought in connection with fatal car shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[The investigation into the Small Heath murder of Mohammed Kasim in 2022 is still active, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/five-sought-in-connection-with-fatal-car-shooting/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/five-sought-in-connection-with-fatal-car-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sudden pub closure 'devastating' for community]]></title><description><![CDATA[Greene King says trading has ceased while the future of the site is considered.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/sudden-pub-closure-devastating-for-community/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/sudden-pub-closure-devastating-for-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walsall sign Coventry midfielder Moore on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coventry City midfielder Isaac Moore joins Walsall on a season-long loan becoming the Saddlers' fifth summer signing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-sign-coventry-midfielder-moore-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 15:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-sign-coventry-midfielder-moore-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail worker strike to cause disruption to services]]></title><description><![CDATA[Industrial action is set for Friday and Saturday, with multiple services affected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rail-worker-strike-to-cause-disruption-to-services/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rail-worker-strike-to-cause-disruption-to-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three West Midlands theatres on at-risk list]]></title><description><![CDATA[The theatres "have the potential to be revived for their local communities with the right support".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/three-west-midlands-theatres-on-at-risk-list/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/three-west-midlands-theatres-on-at-risk-list/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carpenter challenging cancer taboos with poetry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Stevenson Lothian says cancer "took away his hammer and saw" but gave him "a pen and his voice".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/carpenter-challenging-cancer-taboos-with-poetry/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/carpenter-challenging-cancer-taboos-with-poetry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['My son's ultra-rare diagnosis took eight years']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben struggled to feed, failed to reach developmental milestones and had surgery to remove cataracts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/my-sons-ultra-rare-diagnosis-took-eight-years/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/my-sons-ultra-rare-diagnosis-took-eight-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unmasked: The autistic women authoring a better future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Late-diagnosed autistic women explain the need to fill knowledge gaps after decades of being hidden.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/unmasked-the-autistic-women-authoring-a-better-future/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/unmasked-the-autistic-women-authoring-a-better-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GB's Cash &amp; Glasspool continue doubles title defence bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Britain's Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool keep their men's doubles title defence bid alive with a three-set win to reach the quarter-finals at Wimbledon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gbs-cash-amp-glasspool-continue-doubles-title-defence-bid/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gbs-cash-amp-glasspool-continue-doubles-title-defence-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murderer jailed for fatal random wheelie bin fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andrew Gorrell must serve a minimum term of 25 years before being eligible to apply for parole.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murderer-jailed-for-fatal-random-wheelie-bin-fire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murderer-jailed-for-fatal-random-wheelie-bin-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Greatest game ever' - England fans celebrate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fans are giving their reaction to England's victory over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/greatest-game-ever-england-fans-celebrate/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/greatest-game-ever-england-fans-celebrate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The woman turning her own cat tragedy into a mission to change the law]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mandy Hobbis, from Stourbridge, says she wants driver to be accountable when they hit cats.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-woman-turning-her-own-cat-tragedy-into-a-mission-to-change-the-law/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-woman-turning-her-own-cat-tragedy-into-a-mission-to-change-the-law/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council looks to build on drone success]]></title><description><![CDATA[The authority has been using drones to tackle anti-social behaviour and support the police.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/council-looks-to-build-on-drone-success/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/council-looks-to-build-on-drone-success/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[European Athletics Championships:  Birmingham prepares]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands are expected in the city as it hosts the European Athletics Championships this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/european-athletics-championships-birmingham-prepares/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/european-athletics-championships-birmingham-prepares/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Event celebrates cultures who built  Black Country]]></title><description><![CDATA[Black Country Multicultural Day events will be held in Halesowen and Oldbury on 11 and 12 July.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/event-celebrates-cultures-who-built-black-country/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/event-celebrates-cultures-who-built-black-country/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast: Yorks beat Foxes, Glos lose to Bears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Lyth strikes an undefeated 131 from 63 balls &ndash; the highest score of this year's Vitality Blast &ndash; as Yorkshire beat Leicestershire Foxes at Headingley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/t20-blast-yorks-beat-foxes-glos-lose-to-bears/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 20:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/t20-blast-yorks-beat-foxes-glos-lose-to-bears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-MP wants Ockenden to be maternity commissioner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Theo Clarke backs the senior midwife as report shows neglect of women's health and frontline care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-mp-wants-ockenden-to-be-maternity-commissioner/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 09:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-mp-wants-ockenden-to-be-maternity-commissioner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What does the 'King of the North' mean for the Midlands?]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC West Midlands political editor Elizabeth Glinka assesses how Andy Burnham as PM might prioritise the region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-does-the-king-of-the-north-mean-for-the-midlands/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 08:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-does-the-king-of-the-north-mean-for-the-midlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why do lorries still keep hitting railway bridges?]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Rail says there are more than 1,500 bridge strikes across Britain's rail network each year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/why-do-lorries-still-keep-hitting-railway-bridges/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/why-do-lorries-still-keep-hitting-railway-bridges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Basking in the summer sunshine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these sunshine photos of the West Midlands we have received this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-basking-in-the-summer-sunshine/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-basking-in-the-summer-sunshine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man, 85, follows in dad's footsteps with Spitfire flight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Derrick Wood's father taught US pilots to fly Spitfires during World War Two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-85-follows-in-dads-footsteps-with-spitfire-flight/</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-85-follows-in-dads-footsteps-with-spitfire-flight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Attempted murder charges after town stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Soleh Uzair, 18, of Halesowen and two boys, 17, from Smethwick, are accused of attempt murder.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/attempted-murder-charges-after-town-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/attempted-murder-charges-after-town-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Some city pubs among those opening for Mexico game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some pubs join those open for the 1:00 BST kick-off on Monday, while others stay closed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/some-city-pubs-among-those-opening-for-mexico-game/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/some-city-pubs-among-those-opening-for-mexico-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The physio keeping England's World Cup dream alive]]></title><description><![CDATA[England's lead physiotherapist Steve Kemp is supporting the team in their World Cup campaign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-physio-keeping-englands-world-cup-dream-alive/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-physio-keeping-englands-world-cup-dream-alive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veteran makes emotional return to hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[Staff at Birmingham's Queen Elizabeth Hospital treated Jon White after he lost three limbs in Afghanistan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/veteran-makes-emotional-return-to-hospital/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/veteran-makes-emotional-return-to-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Wolves academy heartbreak to playing Glastonbury]]></title><description><![CDATA[After failing to make it as a footballer, Ryan Malcolm turned to music - now he tours with Wolf Alice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/from-wolves-academy-heartbreak-to-playing-glastonbury/</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/from-wolves-academy-heartbreak-to-playing-glastonbury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glamorgan chase 185 to beat Bears - T20 Blast round-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Notts Outlaws stay top of the T20 Blast North Group as Olly Stone holds his nerve with the ball in the final over to beat Lancashire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/glamorgan-chase-185-to-beat-bears-t20-blast-round-up/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/glamorgan-chase-185-to-beat-bears-t20-blast-round-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GB's Cash &amp; Glasspool on track for doubles title defence]]></title><description><![CDATA[British duo Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool remain on course to defend their men's doubles title after reaching round three at Wimbledon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gbs-cash-amp-glasspool-on-track-for-doubles-title-defence/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gbs-cash-amp-glasspool-on-track-for-doubles-title-defence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Law U-turn for Mexico match 'massive' for industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Cook, from The Wharf Tavern, says it is good for communities to be able to share the moment together.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/law-u-turn-for-mexico-match-massive-for-industry/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/law-u-turn-for-mexico-match-massive-for-industry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wildfire tears through parkland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents near the Stone Cross area of West Bromwich are asked to keep doors and windows shut.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wildfire-tears-through-parkland/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wildfire-tears-through-parkland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bristol City sign West Brom midfielder Wallace]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jed Wallace moves to Championship club Bristol City after being released by West Brom at the end of last season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bristol-city-sign-west-brom-midfielder-wallace/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bristol-city-sign-west-brom-midfielder-wallace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan sign West Brom forward Higgins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Athletic manager Gary Caldwell signs forward Akeel Higgins, who played under him at Exeter City last season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wigan-sign-west-brom-forward-higgins/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wigan-sign-west-brom-forward-higgins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham sign ex-Middlesbrough captain Fry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City sign defender Dael Fry after his departure from Middlesbrough at the end of last season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-sign-ex-middlesbrough-captain-fry/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-sign-ex-middlesbrough-captain-fry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aston Villa sign Norway midfielder Kielland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norway midfielder Justine Kielland joins Aston Villa from German club Wolfsburg, subject to visa approval.<br />
Kielland joined Norwegian side Brann in 2023. During her time there, she helped the club reach the quarter-finals of the Women's Champions League, playing in 12 matches and scoring four goals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/aston-villa-sign-norway-midfielder-kielland/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/aston-villa-sign-norway-midfielder-kielland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charge after shooting leaves boy critically injured]]></title><description><![CDATA[The victim, a 16-year-old boy, remains in hospital in a critical condition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/charge-after-shooting-leaves-boy-critically-injured/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/charge-after-shooting-leaves-boy-critically-injured/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Attempted murder charge over Alum Rock shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[The victim, a 16-year-old boy, remains in hospital in a critical condition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/attempted-murder-charge-over-alum-rock-shooting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/attempted-murder-charge-over-alum-rock-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-police dog recovering from spinal surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Captain was forced to retired in 2022 after three years of working for West Midlands Police.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-police-dog-recovering-from-spinal-surgery/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-police-dog-recovering-from-spinal-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunderbirds are go at museum's new exhibition]]></title><description><![CDATA[The display includes original Lady Penelope and Captain Scarlet puppets, organisers say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/thunderbirds-are-go-at-museums-new-exhibition/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/thunderbirds-are-go-at-museums-new-exhibition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: What did Catherine ask a boy during a chance mountain meeting?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include a Worcester return for singer Becky Hill - can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-what-did-catherine-ask-a-boy-during-a-chance-mountain-meeting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-what-did-catherine-ask-a-boy-during-a-chance-mountain-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lack of arts access affecting children - report]]></title><description><![CDATA[A report claims an "arts entitlement gap" is getting worse and fewer teenagers study the arts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lack-of-arts-access-affecting-children-report/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lack-of-arts-access-affecting-children-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mini-mart at centre of investigation closed down]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Cradley Market shop, in Sandwell, is closed for three months following an investigation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mini-mart-at-centre-of-investigation-closed-down/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mini-mart-at-centre-of-investigation-closed-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Region's housing and job targets met, figures show]]></title><description><![CDATA[Targets were set by government for the first year of West Midlands Combined Authority's devolution.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/regions-housing-and-job-targets-met-figures-show/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/regions-housing-and-job-targets-met-figures-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Attempted murder arrest over shooting of boy, 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 17-year-old is in custody as a boy, 16, remains in a critical condition in hospital, say police.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/attempted-murder-arrest-over-shooting-of-boy-16/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/attempted-murder-arrest-over-shooting-of-boy-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenager in serious condition after stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The victim was found after police went to Oldbury following reports of a fight among teenagers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/teenager-in-serious-condition-after-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/teenager-in-serious-condition-after-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bears can win remaining T20 games - Gleeson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Richard Gleeson believes Warwickshire Bears can still win their remaining T20 Blast games and qualify for the quarter-finals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bears-can-win-remaining-t20-games-gleeson/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bears-can-win-remaining-t20-games-gleeson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sheff Wed sign Aston Villa defender Swinkels]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sheffield Wednesday sign Aston Villa defender Sil Swinkels for an undisclosed fee on a three-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/sheff-wed-sign-aston-villa-defender-swinkels/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/sheff-wed-sign-aston-villa-defender-swinkels/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three boys injured as branch falls in playground]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three boys are taken to hospital from King Edward VI Camp Hill School on Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/three-boys-injured-as-branch-falls-in-playground/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/three-boys-injured-as-branch-falls-in-playground/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Benidorm bar to Azteca - one fan's gamble]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ashley Price from Walsall will cheer on the Lions from the Azteca stadium on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/from-benidorm-bar-to-azteca-one-fans-gamble/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/from-benidorm-bar-to-azteca-one-fans-gamble/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Donated first edition of The Hobbit sells for £38k]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oxfam staff say the first edition came in alongside a collection of "otherwise unremarkable" books.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/donated-first-edition-of-the-hobbit-sells-for-38k/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/donated-first-edition-of-the-hobbit-sells-for-38k/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How a town is encouraging young people away from smartphones]]></title><description><![CDATA[The campaign launched in Solihull aims to encourage organisations to sign up to be smartphone-free]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-a-town-is-encouraging-young-people-away-from-smartphones/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-a-town-is-encouraging-young-people-away-from-smartphones/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Choir's 'unbelievable' Abbey Road recording session]]></title><description><![CDATA[Proceeds from the recording of The Black Country Anthem will be donated to cancer charity Maggie's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/choirs-unbelievable-abbey-road-recording-session/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/choirs-unbelievable-abbey-road-recording-session/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HS2 extension did not have permission, court rules]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Court of Appeal finds the tunnel extension did not benefit from existing planning permission.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hs2-extension-did-not-have-permission-court-rules/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hs2-extension-did-not-have-permission-court-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 'bad boy with a good heart' waves farewell at Wimbledon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dan Evans bids an emotional farewell at Wimbledon as he and Henry Searle lose in the final match of the Briton's career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-bad-boy-with-a-good-heart-waves-farewell-at-wimbledon/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-bad-boy-with-a-good-heart-waves-farewell-at-wimbledon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Legia Warsaw fans admit violence at Villa game]]></title><description><![CDATA[The eight men will be sentenced for their part in trouble ahead of a match in November 2023.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/legia-warsaw-fans-admit-violence-at-villa-game/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/legia-warsaw-fans-admit-violence-at-villa-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solihull sign ex-Birmingham striker Wodskou]]></title><description><![CDATA[Solihull Moors sign former Birmingham City and Brackley Town striker Ben Wodskou.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/solihull-sign-ex-birmingham-striker-wodskou/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/solihull-sign-ex-birmingham-striker-wodskou/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ozzy Osbourne's throne goes on public display]]></title><description><![CDATA[The throne is on display as part of the Working Class Hero exhibition at Birmingham Museum.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ozzy-osbournes-throne-goes-on-public-display/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ozzy-osbournes-throne-goes-on-public-display/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pub faces losses over England match licence refusal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Wharf Tavern applied for a Temporary Event Notice but it was rejected]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/pub-faces-losses-over-england-match-licence-refusal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/pub-faces-losses-over-england-match-licence-refusal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walsall sign Crewe defender Connolly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walsall sign central defender James Connolly on a two-year contract following the 24-year-old's departure from Crewe Alexandra.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-sign-crewe-defender-connolly/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-sign-crewe-defender-connolly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former police superintendent denies £720k fraud]]></title><description><![CDATA[Syed Hussain pleads not guilty to fraud and transferring criminal property.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/former-police-superintendent-denies-720k-fraud/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/former-police-superintendent-denies-720k-fraud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sinkhole leaves firms struggling for trade]]></title><description><![CDATA[Business owners say a road closure is cutting footfall by about 30% on Brownhills High Street.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/sinkhole-leaves-firms-struggling-for-trade/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/sinkhole-leaves-firms-struggling-for-trade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brothers convicted after industrial worker's death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ako Azizpour died after getting trapped while unloading crates of glass at UK Superior Glass.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/brothers-convicted-after-industrial-workers-death/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/brothers-convicted-after-industrial-workers-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa sign Denmark striker Vangsgaard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amalie Vangsgaard says she is "very excited for this new adventure" after joining Aston Villa from Juventus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-sign-denmark-striker-vangsgaard/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-sign-denmark-striker-vangsgaard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medical supplies fraudsters guilty of £279,000 con]]></title><description><![CDATA[Medical gear was stolen from the Alexandra Hospital and sold back to the NHS, often more than once.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/medical-supplies-fraudsters-guilty-of-279000-con/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/medical-supplies-fraudsters-guilty-of-279000-con/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fears potential injunction could end car meet ups]]></title><description><![CDATA[Organisers of a static car meet fear having to stop if an injunction is introduced in Telford.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/fears-potential-injunction-could-end-car-meet-ups/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/fears-potential-injunction-could-end-car-meet-ups/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Everything you need to know as bin changes start]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most households move to fortnightly household waste collections alongside the return of recycling.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/everything-you-need-to-know-as-bin-changes-start/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/everything-you-need-to-know-as-bin-changes-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firms fear for future with no HS2 compensation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Road closures, blocked access, noise and dust are driving customers away, claim businesses]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/firms-fear-for-future-with-no-hs2-compensation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/firms-fear-for-future-with-no-hs2-compensation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smiles and joy as scheme brings ballet to schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former prima ballerina Viviana Durante says it is "important we make it accessible to everybody".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/smiles-and-joy-as-scheme-brings-ballet-to-schools/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/smiles-and-joy-as-scheme-brings-ballet-to-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa among four Premier League clubs fined by Uefa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa have been fined 22.5m euros (&pound;19.4m) by Uefa for a "significant breach" of its squad-cost rule for 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-among-four-premier-league-clubs-fined-by-uefa/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-among-four-premier-league-clubs-fined-by-uefa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsenal consider Barcola as alternative to Rogers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsenal are expected to step up their interest in Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola this week after receiving encouragement that the forward could be available this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/arsenal-consider-barcola-as-alternative-to-rogers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/arsenal-consider-barcola-as-alternative-to-rogers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cows on the line cause major delays to trains]]></title><description><![CDATA[Avanti West Coast, Lumo, London Northwestern and West Midlands Railway services are affected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cows-on-the-line-cause-major-delays-to-trains/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cows-on-the-line-cause-major-delays-to-trains/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-rail minister hopeful of alternative HS2 plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former rail minister says a link to Birmingham from the North West is "the real prize".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-rail-minister-hopeful-of-alternative-hs2-plans/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-rail-minister-hopeful-of-alternative-hs2-plans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man charged with murder after town centre death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Young John Mongan died despite what the police called "the best efforts of paramedics".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-charged-with-murder-after-town-centre-death/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-charged-with-murder-after-town-centre-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy says it was incredible bumping into princess doing Three Peaks Challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ted and his father say it was incredible bumping into Catherine, Princess of Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/boy-says-it-was-incredible-bumping-into-princess-doing-three-peaks-challenge/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/boy-says-it-was-incredible-bumping-into-princess-doing-three-peaks-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police dog reunited with foster carers after decade]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nipper was fostered by the Macdonald family when he was just six weeks old.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/police-dog-reunited-with-foster-carers-after-decade/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 06:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/police-dog-reunited-with-foster-carers-after-decade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefighters hope for miracle earthquake rescue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mark Leeson is helping international search and rescue efforts after two earthquakes]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/firefighters-hope-for-miracle-earthquake-rescue/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 06:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/firefighters-hope-for-miracle-earthquake-rescue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Widespread racism in hospital trust maternity care]]></title><description><![CDATA[Investigators hear from families and staff who say care varies based on ethnicity or background.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/widespread-racism-in-hospital-trust-maternity-care/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 06:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/widespread-racism-in-hospital-trust-maternity-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recycling returns to city as bins shake-up starts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Food waste collections will start and household waste service will be collected fortnightly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/recycling-returns-to-city-as-bins-shake-up-starts/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/recycling-returns-to-city-as-bins-shake-up-starts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doctor denies multiple sexual assaults of patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nathaniel Spencer pleads not guilty to 45 counts of sexual assault against 38 female patients.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/doctor-denies-multiple-sexual-assaults-of-patients/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/doctor-denies-multiple-sexual-assaults-of-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don't punish schools for heat-alert opening - head]]></title><description><![CDATA[School principal Sukhjot Dhami believes that in some cases attendance figures should be suspended.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dont-punish-schools-for-heat-alert-opening-head/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dont-punish-schools-for-heat-alert-opening-head/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albion's summer transfer strategy is clear from the off]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Brom fan writer Chris Hall takes a look at why the Baggies' summer transfer strategy is clear.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/albions-summer-transfer-strategy-is-clear-from-the-off/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/albions-summer-transfer-strategy-is-clear-from-the-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Award nominations for working class students]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mia Taylor-Seal and Leo Cavanagh have been shortlisted for upReach Student Social Mobility Awards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/award-nominations-for-working-class-students/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/award-nominations-for-working-class-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Events to celebrate Somali culture across city]]></title><description><![CDATA[The event, Somalinimo Week 2026, runs until Friday across the city.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/events-to-celebrate-somali-culture-across-city/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/events-to-celebrate-somali-culture-across-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Japanese garden gem hidden in a cemetery]]></title><description><![CDATA[A little-known space put in at Danescourt Cemetery 30 years ago is now tended to by volunteers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-japanese-garden-gem-hidden-in-a-cemetery/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-japanese-garden-gem-hidden-in-a-cemetery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Safe space scheme helps revellers during World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The safe space scheme runs every Saturday from 21:00 to 05:00 in Birmingham City Centre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/safe-space-scheme-helps-revellers-during-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/safe-space-scheme-helps-revellers-during-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thousands oppose plans to build on green belt land]]></title><description><![CDATA[The area, which is known as The Triangle, is earmarked for more than 550 homes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/thousands-oppose-plans-to-build-on-green-belt-land/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/thousands-oppose-plans-to-build-on-green-belt-land/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bears beat Lancs with final ball in Women's T20 Blast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hampshire beat Durham to move two points clear at the top of the Women's T20 table, while The Blaze go second with victory against Essex.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bears-beat-lancs-with-final-ball-in-womens-t20-blast/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bears-beat-lancs-with-final-ball-in-womens-t20-blast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Body of missing woman found in park pool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emergency services recovered the body from the pool in the park in West Bromwich after she disappeared in the afternoon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/body-of-missing-woman-found-in-park-pool/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/body-of-missing-woman-found-in-park-pool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More GP appointments after surgery upgrades]]></title><description><![CDATA[Funding has meant that there will be about 380,000 extra appointments each year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/more-gp-appointments-after-surgery-upgrades/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/more-gp-appointments-after-surgery-upgrades/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-minister not ruling out leadership bid yet]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carns says he is waiting to hear the contents of an economics speech by Andy Burnham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-minister-not-ruling-out-leadership-bid-yet/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-minister-not-ruling-out-leadership-bid-yet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GB's Whittaker produces impressive win on US debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Great Britain's Ben Whittaker marks his American debut with an impressive second-round victory against Richard Rivera at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gbs-whittaker-produces-impressive-win-on-us-debut/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gbs-whittaker-produces-impressive-win-on-us-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why some trees might fall during extreme heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scientists are studying how trees respond to hotter, drier conditions caused by climate change.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/why-some-trees-might-fall-during-extreme-heat/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/why-some-trees-might-fall-during-extreme-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I review cafes so other mums can feel welcome']]></title><description><![CDATA[Alexis Fullard writes reviews to help other mums feel feel safe breastfeeding in public.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-review-cafes-so-other-mums-can-feel-welcome/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-review-cafes-so-other-mums-can-feel-welcome/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Trying to stay cool in heatwave Britain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these sunny photos of the West Midlands we have received this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-trying-to-stay-cool-in-heatwave-britain/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-trying-to-stay-cool-in-heatwave-britain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The community crafters who add love to every stitch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crafting for Communities volunteers make about 5,000 items each month to support others.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-community-crafters-who-add-love-to-every-stitch/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-community-crafters-who-add-love-to-every-stitch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hundreds attend celebrity MND match for ex-player]]></title><description><![CDATA[The charity event in Worcester, supporting the former West Bromwich Albion player, raised about &pound;8,000.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hundreds-attend-celebrity-mnd-match-for-ex-player/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hundreds-attend-celebrity-mnd-match-for-ex-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Witness appeal after sexual assault near arboretum]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Midlands Police says it is looking for people who were in the area or who have mobile footage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/witness-appeal-after-sexual-assault-near-arboretum/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/witness-appeal-after-sexual-assault-near-arboretum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Region's firefighters respond to Venezuela quakes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seven personnel and a search dog from the West Midlands are deployed to Venezuela after earthquakes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/regions-firefighters-respond-to-venezuela-quakes/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/regions-firefighters-respond-to-venezuela-quakes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Region's firefighters respond to Venezuela quake]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seven personnel and a search dog from the West Midlands are deployed to Venezuela after earthquakes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/regions-firefighters-respond-to-venezuela-quake/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/regions-firefighters-respond-to-venezuela-quake/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walsall bring in St Johnstone midfielder Sprangler]]></title><description><![CDATA[Austrian midfielder Sven Sprangler joins League Two side Walsall from Scottish Premiership side St Johnstone on a two-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-bring-in-st-johnstone-midfielder-sprangler/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-bring-in-st-johnstone-midfielder-sprangler/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayweather &amp; Chris Rock fuel Whittaker's American dream]]></title><description><![CDATA[British light-heavyweight Ben Whittaker tells BBC Sport how sitcom Everybody Hates Chris and boxing great Floyd Mayweather are fuelling his dream to break America.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mayweather-amp-chris-rock-fuel-whittakers-american-dream/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mayweather-amp-chris-rock-fuel-whittakers-american-dream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I found school life confusing - my autism diagnosis showed why']]></title><description><![CDATA[Anna Higgins is backing a charity's call to make autism awareness training mandatory in schools.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-found-school-life-confusing-my-autism-diagnosis-showed-why/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-found-school-life-confusing-my-autism-diagnosis-showed-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How completing the World Cup sticker book is like having a second job]]></title><description><![CDATA[From car park meet ups to Facebook groups, how families try to complete the set on a budget.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-completing-the-world-cup-sticker-book-is-like-having-a-second-job/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 02:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-completing-the-world-cup-sticker-book-is-like-having-a-second-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast round-up: Bears beat Pears in derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hampshire Hawks seal a sixth straight victory in the T20 Blast with a thrilling two-wicket win over North Group table-toppers Yorkshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/t20-blast-round-up-bears-beat-pears-in-derby/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/t20-blast-round-up-bears-beat-pears-in-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warwickshire stun Surrey as Hampshire move top]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warwickshire provide arguably the shock of this season's Women's T20 Blast as they move off bottom spot by beating high-flying Surrey.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warwickshire-stun-surrey-as-hampshire-move-top/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warwickshire-stun-surrey-as-hampshire-move-top/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Car cannibals' jailed for stripping 98 vehicles]]></title><description><![CDATA[The men targeted parked cars, taking bumpers, bonnets, headlights, mirrors and other parts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/car-cannibals-jailed-for-stripping-98-vehicles/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/car-cannibals-jailed-for-stripping-98-vehicles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Body of newborn baby found in warehouse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say they are urgently trying to find the baby's mother amid concerns for her welfare.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/body-of-newborn-baby-found-in-warehouse/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/body-of-newborn-baby-found-in-warehouse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Investigations under way as two sinkholes open up]]></title><description><![CDATA[The discoveries affect traffic in Leamington Spa and Walsall's Brownhills area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/investigations-under-way-as-two-sinkholes-open-up/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/investigations-under-way-as-two-sinkholes-open-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Body found in canal treated as 'unexplained']]></title><description><![CDATA[West Midlands Police are urging people to come forward if they have information.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/body-found-in-canal-treated-as-unexplained/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/body-found-in-canal-treated-as-unexplained/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen guilty of stabbing rival gang member to death]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 18-year-old from Birmingham remains in custody and will be sentenced in July.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/teen-guilty-of-stabbing-rival-gang-member-to-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/teen-guilty-of-stabbing-rival-gang-member-to-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record temperatures drives up home air conditioning sales]]></title><description><![CDATA[Companies see inquiries surge during heatwaves as UK households look to cool down their homes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/record-temperatures-drives-up-home-air-conditioning-sales/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/record-temperatures-drives-up-home-air-conditioning-sales/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['End of an era' as doors close at former Rackhams]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a turbulent few years for the brand, Birmingham's House of Fraser store closes for the last time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/end-of-an-era-as-doors-close-at-former-rackhams/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/end-of-an-era-as-doors-close-at-former-rackhams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greggs extends store closures amid weather warnings]]></title><description><![CDATA[The high street bakery chain says the stores were closed to protect staff and customers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/greggs-extends-store-closures-amid-weather-warnings/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/greggs-extends-store-closures-amid-weather-warnings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wilkinson cleared of discriminatory remark to referee]]></title><description><![CDATA[Solihull Moors forward Conor Wilkinson says he hopes "lessons are learned" after being cleared of making a discriminatory remark to a match official.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wilkinson-cleared-of-discriminatory-remark-to-referee/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wilkinson-cleared-of-discriminatory-remark-to-referee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In pictures: Lightning strikes light up sky after hottest day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Images are captured of a storm across the region after the UK experiences its warmest day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/in-pictures-lightning-strikes-light-up-sky-after-hottest-day/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/in-pictures-lightning-strikes-light-up-sky-after-hottest-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major HS2 works begin around the M6 and M42]]></title><description><![CDATA[The work, taking place at weekends around the motorways, will continue until the end of November.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-hs2-works-begin-around-the-m6-and-m42/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-hs2-works-begin-around-the-m6-and-m42/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I get goosebumps from creating bereavement bears from a loved one's clothing']]></title><description><![CDATA[Leah Courtney has made more than 500 bears with voice boxes and vials of ashes available inside.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-get-goosebumps-from-creating-bereavement-bears-from-a-loved-ones-clothing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-get-goosebumps-from-creating-bereavement-bears-from-a-loved-ones-clothing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dad to walk Three Peaks while carrying paraplegic son]]></title><description><![CDATA[A team of 15 will trek 23-miles across mountains in England, Scotland and Wales.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dad-to-walk-three-peaks-while-carrying-paraplegic-son/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dad-to-walk-three-peaks-while-carrying-paraplegic-son/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: Which piece of Ozzy Osbourne's legendary last show is going on public display?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include England football anthems and historic gold rings - can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-which-piece-of-ozzy-osbournes-legendary-last-show-is-going-on-public-display/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-which-piece-of-ozzy-osbournes-legendary-last-show-is-going-on-public-display/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stoke sign midfielder Soumare and keeper Griffiths]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stoke City agree deals for SC Braga midfielder Djibril Soumare and West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Josh Griffiths in their first transfer business of the summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/stoke-sign-midfielder-soumare-and-keeper-griffiths/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/stoke-sign-midfielder-soumare-and-keeper-griffiths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Brom to start season at Norwich City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here are some of the key fixture dates for West Bromwich Albion in the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-brom-to-start-season-at-norwich-city/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-brom-to-start-season-at-norwich-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham away at Sheffield United in first game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here are some of the key fixture dates for Birmingham City in the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-away-at-sheffield-united-in-first-game/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-away-at-sheffield-united-in-first-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa fans get suspended ban for discriminatory behaviour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa could be banned from selling tickets for a European away game next season following an incident at the Europa League final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-fans-get-suspended-ban-for-discriminatory-behaviour/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-fans-get-suspended-ban-for-discriminatory-behaviour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GB's Evans out of Wimbledon qualifying]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dan Evans' singles career is over after losing to Tristan Schoolkate in the second round of Wimbledon qualifying.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gbs-evans-out-of-wimbledon-qualifying/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gbs-evans-out-of-wimbledon-qualifying/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fresh closures hit city's hospitality businesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Cube Hotel shuts suddenly along with its Marco Pierre White restaurant and a Stirchley cafe.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/fresh-closures-hit-citys-hospitality-businesses/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/fresh-closures-hit-citys-hospitality-businesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ring unearthed in 'once in a lifetime find' sells]]></title><description><![CDATA[The metal detectorist who found the ring says the sale is "beyond anything he could have imagined".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ring-unearthed-in-once-in-a-lifetime-find-sells/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ring-unearthed-in-once-in-a-lifetime-find-sells/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trust closes all 25 schools due to extreme heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Arthur Terry Learning Partnership says the closure is for pupils' and staffs' health and safety.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/trust-closes-all-25-schools-due-to-extreme-heat/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/trust-closes-all-25-schools-due-to-extreme-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen suffers life-threatening injuries in  stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 17-year-old remains in hospital after the incident in Birmingham's Victoria Square.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/teen-suffers-life-threatening-injuries-in-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/teen-suffers-life-threatening-injuries-in-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Al Carns serious about a Labour leadership bid?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Al Carns speaks to Victoria Derbyshire on Newsnight about a potential Labour leadership bid and Andy Burnham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/is-al-carns-serious-about-a-labour-leadership-bid/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/is-al-carns-serious-about-a-labour-leadership-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More domestic abuse help for 999 control rooms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nour Norris hopes more families may be spared the heartbreak that hers lives with.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/more-domestic-abuse-help-for-999-control-rooms/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/more-domestic-abuse-help-for-999-control-rooms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buzz Lightyear cake includes laser and sounds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lara Mason made the cake over five days and included working buttons and retractable wings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/buzz-lightyear-cake-includes-laser-and-sounds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/buzz-lightyear-cake-includes-laser-and-sounds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Traders rue 'horrendous' Metro extension delays]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nortons Irish bar said its takings had fallen by 40 percent since construction started 11 months ago]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/traders-rue-horrendous-metro-extension-delays/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/traders-rue-horrendous-metro-extension-delays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ambulance staff can attend Pride weeks after ban at neighbouring parade]]></title><description><![CDATA[An internal email says the service is reviewing events on a "case-by-case" basis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ambulance-staff-can-attend-pride-weeks-after-ban-at-neighbouring-parade/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ambulance-staff-can-attend-pride-weeks-after-ban-at-neighbouring-parade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins living identical lives for 82 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[The brothers have dressed alike, worked the same jobs and lived in the same home all their lives.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/twins-living-identical-lives-for-82-years/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/twins-living-identical-lives-for-82-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uncovering the West Midlands roots of Thomas the Tank Engine]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is Christopher Awdry's measles in the 1942 that led his father to create Thomas the Tank Engine.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uncovering-the-west-midlands-roots-of-thomas-the-tank-engine/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uncovering-the-west-midlands-roots-of-thomas-the-tank-engine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walsall defender Browne signs new two-year deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walsall full-back Rico Browne agrees a new two-year deal, with an option for a further 12 months, with the League Two Saddlers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-defender-browne-signs-new-two-year-deal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-defender-browne-signs-new-two-year-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shop may lose licence over missing lottery ticket]]></title><description><![CDATA[A customer was handed &pound;30 winnings, only realising later the prize was "substantially" more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/shop-may-lose-licence-over-missing-lottery-ticket/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/shop-may-lose-licence-over-missing-lottery-ticket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gill staying at West Brom as Strachan joins]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Bromwich Albion confirm Matt Gill is staying on as assistant head coach while Celtic's Gavin Strachan joins the coaching staff.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gill-staying-at-west-brom-as-strachan-joins/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gill-staying-at-west-brom-as-strachan-joins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grassroots club where Morgan Rogers showed star quality at six]]></title><description><![CDATA[Halas Hawks in Halesowen, West Midlands, are thrilled to have a former player on the world stage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/grassroots-club-where-morgan-rogers-showed-star-quality-at-six/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/grassroots-club-where-morgan-rogers-showed-star-quality-at-six/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[High Court quashes boy's 1984 inquest verdict]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mark Billington's family have spent 40 years trying to get the truth about how the 15-year-old died.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/high-court-quashes-boys-1984-inquest-verdict/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/high-court-quashes-boys-1984-inquest-verdict/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burnham as PM could be good for West Midlands, says mayor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Richard Parker also believes Andy Burnham could turn around Labour's election fortunes in the region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/burnham-as-pm-could-be-good-for-west-midlands-says-mayor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/burnham-as-pm-could-be-good-for-west-midlands-says-mayor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Urgent treatment centres face closure – what could happen?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A review has found "they do not all operate consistently or fully meet national guidance".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/urgent-treatment-centres-face-closure-what-could-happen/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/urgent-treatment-centres-face-closure-what-could-happen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Not what we were promised' - Sandwell speaks 10 years on from Brexit vote]]></title><description><![CDATA[A decade on from the EU referendum vote, Tipton's former Brexit positivity is much harder to find.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/not-what-we-were-promised-sandwell-speaks-10-years-on-from-brexit-vote/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/not-what-we-were-promised-sandwell-speaks-10-years-on-from-brexit-vote/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver jailed for crushing girlfriend to death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohammed Azim initially claimed Lily Whitehouse had been hit by another driver.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/driver-jailed-for-crushing-girlfriend-to-death/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/driver-jailed-for-crushing-girlfriend-to-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second boy approached in park a day after abduction]]></title><description><![CDATA[A boy is reportedly approached by a suspicious man a day after a boy was abducted nearby, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/second-boy-approached-in-park-a-day-after-abduction/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/second-boy-approached-in-park-a-day-after-abduction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail users urged not to travel in extreme heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[A red warning is in place from 09:00 on Wednesday to 21:00 BST on Thursday, the Met Office says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rail-users-urged-not-to-travel-in-extreme-heat/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rail-users-urged-not-to-travel-in-extreme-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two men plead guilty over £39m TfL cyber attack]]></title><description><![CDATA[The data breach affected 10m customers and disrupted some services for three months in summer 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/two-men-plead-guilty-over-39m-tfl-cyber-attack/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/two-men-plead-guilty-over-39m-tfl-cyber-attack/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parents jailed over son's preventable death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joshua Thomas died after displaying symptoms of severe diabetic ketoacidosis in 2022.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/parents-jailed-over-sons-preventable-death/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/parents-jailed-over-sons-preventable-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Somerset held to draw by Bears after Overton hundred]]></title><description><![CDATA[Craig Overton hits his third Championship century of the season but their Division One home game against Warwickshire ends in a draw.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/somerset-held-to-draw-by-bears-after-overton-hundred/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/somerset-held-to-draw-by-bears-after-overton-hundred/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walsall sign ex-Sutton midfielder Simper]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walsall sign midfielder Lewis Simper following the expiry of his contract with National League side Sutton United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-sign-ex-sutton-midfielder-simper/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-sign-ex-sutton-midfielder-simper/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Safe-sleep checks for nurseries as mum says son who died 'not treated as human']]></title><description><![CDATA[An extra 3,000 annual unannounced nursery inspections will also take place in England from September.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/safe-sleep-checks-for-nurseries-as-mum-says-son-who-died-not-treated-as-human/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/safe-sleep-checks-for-nurseries-as-mum-says-son-who-died-not-treated-as-human/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Evans not motivated more by Wimbledon wildcard omission]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dan Evans says missing out on a Wimbledon main-draw wildcard has not motivated him more in qualifying as he beat Juan Carlos Prado Angelo in the first round.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/evans-not-motivated-more-by-wimbledon-wildcard-omission/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/evans-not-motivated-more-by-wimbledon-wildcard-omission/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fundraisers seek £50k to bring crash victim home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ethan Lacey has severe brain injuries after falling from a moving pick-up truck in Thailand.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/fundraisers-seek-50k-to-bring-crash-victim-home/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/fundraisers-seek-50k-to-bring-crash-victim-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man dies in hospital after motorbike crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police are appealing for more information following the fatal crash on Monday morning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-dies-in-hospital-after-motorbike-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-dies-in-hospital-after-motorbike-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum 'not sure' social media ban would have saved son]]></title><description><![CDATA[Campaigner Lucy Alexander says social media is "the Wild West" and everyone is being exposed to it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mum-not-sure-social-media-ban-would-have-saved-son/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mum-not-sure-social-media-ban-would-have-saved-son/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alison Hammond: Strictly job 'wouldn't fit into schedule']]></title><description><![CDATA[Alison Hammond said that Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe are "the dream team".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/alison-hammond-strictly-job-wouldnt-fit-into-schedule/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 11:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/alison-hammond-strictly-job-wouldnt-fit-into-schedule/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Railway worker celebrated for 50-year career]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harjinder Dhami, also known as Paul, says his career is "the best decision I have ever made".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/railway-worker-celebrated-for-50-year-career/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/railway-worker-celebrated-for-50-year-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How will £18m be spent tackling homelessness in Birmingham and Coventry?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The &pound;18.2m from the West Midlands Combined Authority will be spent over a three-year period.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-will-18m-be-spent-tackling-homelessness-in-birmingham-and-coventry/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-will-18m-be-spent-tackling-homelessness-in-birmingham-and-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Resting butterflies, curious geese and a sea of daisies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these delectable photos of the West Midlands we have received this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-resting-butterflies-curious-geese-and-a-sea-of-daisies/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-resting-butterflies-curious-geese-and-a-sea-of-daisies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warwickshire batters put Somerset on back foot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warwickshire's middle order batting comes good as the visitors take the upper hand on day two of their County Championship match against Somerset at Taunton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warwickshire-batters-put-somerset-on-back-foot/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warwickshire-batters-put-somerset-on-back-foot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hundreds turn out to counter Britain First demo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police make arrests as Britain First and counter protesters gather in the city centre.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hundreds-turn-out-to-counter-britain-first-demo/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hundreds-turn-out-to-counter-britain-first-demo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Windrush event helps teach about merged history']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Black Country Living Museum, in Dudley, held its annual Windrush event on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/windrush-event-helps-teach-about-merged-history/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/windrush-event-helps-teach-about-merged-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second attempted murder charge over 'hate crime']]></title><description><![CDATA[A man was found injured in a Smethwick street on Sunday evening and remains in hospital say police.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/second-attempted-murder-charge-over-hate-crime/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/second-attempted-murder-charge-over-hate-crime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Factory workers' flight to England match remembered]]></title><description><![CDATA[A flight by Rolls-Royce engineers to Scotland 70 years ago is remembered by one family.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/factory-workers-flight-to-england-match-remembered/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/factory-workers-flight-to-england-match-remembered/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Post boxes kitted out for World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crocheters and yarn bombers have been getting into the World Cup spirit by decorating post boxes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/post-boxes-kitted-out-for-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/post-boxes-kitted-out-for-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I want justice for my granddad 60 years on']]></title><description><![CDATA[Graham Jackson is still trying to find out who mugged his grandfather shortly before his death in 1966.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-want-justice-for-my-granddad-60-years-on/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-want-justice-for-my-granddad-60-years-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy, 4, abducted from park and found in woodland]]></title><description><![CDATA[The boy went missing for several minutes while his mum tended to a baby, say police.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/boy-4-abducted-from-park-and-found-in-woodland/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/boy-4-abducted-from-park-and-found-in-woodland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hungary defender Styles signs new West Brom deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hungary defender Callum Styles agrees a new four-year contract to stay with West Bromwich Albion until the summer of 2030.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hungary-defender-styles-signs-new-west-brom-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hungary-defender-styles-signs-new-west-brom-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham teenager Guernier poised to join AC Milan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Teenage Birmingham midfielder Aurelien Guernier is poised to join AC Milan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-teenager-guernier-poised-to-join-ac-milan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-teenager-guernier-poised-to-join-ac-milan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Van driver who crushed girlfriend guilty of murder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lily Whitehouse died hours after visiting her premature baby in an intensive care unit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/van-driver-who-crushed-girlfriend-guilty-of-murder/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/van-driver-who-crushed-girlfriend-guilty-of-murder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa visit Brighton in Premier League opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[Newly promoted Coventry City will travel to champions Arsenal in the first match of the 2026-27 Premier League season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-visit-brighton-in-premier-league-opener/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-visit-brighton-in-premier-league-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: Which Alton Towers ride ended up in a family's garden?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include Noddy Holder's tin bath and strange new festivals - can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-which-alton-towers-ride-ended-up-in-a-familys-garden/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-which-alton-towers-ride-ended-up-in-a-familys-garden/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Brom sign Chelsea striker Morgan]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Bromwich Albion complete their first major signing of the summer with a deal for Chelsea striker Jimmy-Jay Morgan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-brom-sign-chelsea-striker-morgan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-brom-sign-chelsea-striker-morgan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manslaughter conviction over 2020 canal death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cain Watson is found guilty of manslaughter over the death of Darren Round in 2020.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/manslaughter-conviction-over-2020-canal-death/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/manslaughter-conviction-over-2020-canal-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man fights for life after attack in street]]></title><description><![CDATA[A teenager is arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-fights-for-life-after-attack-in-street/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-fights-for-life-after-attack-in-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CrossCountry ranked Britain's worst train operator]]></title><description><![CDATA[Transport Focus asks it to reduce delays and provide better information during disruption.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/crosscountry-ranked-britains-worst-train-operator/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/crosscountry-ranked-britains-worst-train-operator/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walsall won't have 700 passes and lose 1-0 - Grant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walsall boss Lee Grant says his side will be full of "his players" and do everything to mount an attacking challenge for promotion from League Two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-wont-have-700-passes-and-lose-1-0-grant/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-wont-have-700-passes-and-lose-1-0-grant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walsall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daz Hale hosts an evening with Walsall Head Coach Lee Grant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull down, Blues in play-offs - how the Championship might have looked]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport presents some alternative Championship tables, looking at expected points, home and away form, and set-pieces.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hull-down-blues-in-play-offs-how-the-championship-might-have-looked/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hull-down-blues-in-play-offs-how-the-championship-might-have-looked/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amber heat health alerts issued with UK temperatures set to soar above 30C]]></title><description><![CDATA[Very warm weather is set to return to parts of the UK with temperatures of 30C plus expected, as Europe experiences a 'heat dome'.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/amber-heat-health-alerts-issued-with-uk-temperatures-set-to-soar-above-30c/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/amber-heat-health-alerts-issued-with-uk-temperatures-set-to-soar-above-30c/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Albion sign young Liverpool defender Pinnington]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Bromwich Albion sign Liverpool Under-21s defender Carter Pinnington on a three-year deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/albion-sign-young-liverpool-defender-pinnington/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/albion-sign-young-liverpool-defender-pinnington/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eight police pups named after Three Lions stars]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is hoped the eight puppies will emulate the success of their namesakes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/eight-police-pups-named-after-three-lions-stars/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/eight-police-pups-named-after-three-lions-stars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Children taught to spot scams and money laundering]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say criminals are increasingly targeting young people online, with life&#8209;changing consequences.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/children-taught-to-spot-scams-and-money-laundering/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/children-taught-to-spot-scams-and-money-laundering/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New cancer care centres set to be built]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Maggie's centres will help people with cancer "feel less alone," the charity's CEO says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-cancer-care-centres-set-to-be-built/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-cancer-care-centres-set-to-be-built/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BBC project to mark listeners' lives in song]]></title><description><![CDATA[Radio 2 announces the fourth season of 21st Century Folk, featuring songs about five listeners.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bbc-project-to-mark-listeners-lives-in-song/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bbc-project-to-mark-listeners-lives-in-song/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Keith the legendary Download nurse keeping metalheads fit and well]]></title><description><![CDATA[Keith Hewitt has been a nurse since the 1980s and has helped thousands of people at festivals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/keith-the-legendary-download-nurse-keeping-metalheads-fit-and-well/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/keith-the-legendary-download-nurse-keeping-metalheads-fit-and-well/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Illegal' short-term lets creating 'party venues']]></title><description><![CDATA[People living at the complex in Birmingham say the listings are leading to anti-social behaviour.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/illegal-short-term-lets-creating-party-venues/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/illegal-short-term-lets-creating-party-venues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Evans misses out on Wimbledon singles wildcard]]></title><description><![CDATA[British tennis stalwart Dan Evans will have to go through qualifying to make the main draw of the men's singles at Wimbledon after missing out on a wildcard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/evans-misses-out-on-wimbledon-singles-wildcard/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/evans-misses-out-on-wimbledon-singles-wildcard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver accused of 'acting' over girlfriend's death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohammed Azim denies murdering Lily Whitehouse in Oldbury in November.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/driver-accused-of-acting-over-girlfriends-death/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/driver-accused-of-acting-over-girlfriends-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hannon-Dalby signs new three-year deal with Bears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warwickshire seamer Olly Hannon-Dalby agrees a new three-year deal at the club which will take him beyond his 40th birthday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hannon-dalby-signs-new-three-year-deal-with-bears/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hannon-dalby-signs-new-three-year-deal-with-bears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One-Day Cup: Hants pair share record 246 &amp; Blaze lose]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hampshire's Maia Bouchier and Ella McCaughan share a record stand of 246 in the One-Day Cup, while Somerset, Yorkshire and Lancashire also win.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/one-day-cup-hants-pair-share-record-246-amp-blaze-lose/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/one-day-cup-hants-pair-share-record-246-amp-blaze-lose/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prostate cancer focus for pubs during World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pubs from Wolverhampton and the wider West Midlands are raising funds too, a spokesperson says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/prostate-cancer-focus-for-pubs-during-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/prostate-cancer-focus-for-pubs-during-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blues line-up friendly against Barcelona]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City will meet Spanish champions Barcelona as part of their preparations for the new Championship season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/blues-line-up-friendly-against-barcelona/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/blues-line-up-friendly-against-barcelona/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum grieving over son backs social media ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jane Johnson's son took his own life and she claims use of social media affected his mental health.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mum-grieving-over-son-backs-social-media-ban/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mum-grieving-over-son-backs-social-media-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Brom sign Falkirk striker Stewart]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Bromwich Albion make their first signing of the summer with the arrival of Scottish striker Barney Stewart on a four-year contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-brom-sign-falkirk-striker-stewart/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-brom-sign-falkirk-striker-stewart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nine held over fake marriage certificates racket]]></title><description><![CDATA[Criminals have been exploiting the EU Settlement Scheme by falsely claiming couples were married.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nine-held-over-fake-marriage-certificates-racket/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nine-held-over-fake-marriage-certificates-racket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forward Dallas signs two-year deal with Walsall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forward Andy Dallas joins Walsall to become Lee Grant's first signing for the League Two club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/forward-dallas-signs-two-year-deal-with-walsall/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/forward-dallas-signs-two-year-deal-with-walsall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can Bellingham become England's superstar once more at the World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[After tough love from England head coach Thomas Tuchel, Jude Bellingham's World Cup build-up points to a special talent who can be a key figure in their quest to win the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/can-bellingham-become-englands-superstar-once-more-at-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/can-bellingham-become-englands-superstar-once-more-at-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Van stolen from Gardeners' World Live exhibitors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matty Paul and Amber Jacklin's van was in a Solihull car park when it disappeared.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/van-stolen-from-gardeners-world-live-exhibitors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/van-stolen-from-gardeners-world-live-exhibitors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Villa set-piece guru plotting Portugal's World Cup glory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Austin MacPhee helped steer Aston Villa to European glory and now is integral to Portugal's hopes of winning the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-villa-set-piece-guru-plotting-portugals-world-cup-glory/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-villa-set-piece-guru-plotting-portugals-world-cup-glory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zombie knife seized during GCSE student disorder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officers say fireworks were set off during the huge gathering in Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/zombie-knife-seized-during-gcse-student-disorder/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/zombie-knife-seized-during-gcse-student-disorder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aldi reveals locations for 16 new stores]]></title><description><![CDATA[The supermarket chain says it is investing &pound;370m into the new stores as part of its expansion plans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/aldi-reveals-locations-for-16-new-stores/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/aldi-reveals-locations-for-16-new-stores/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman seriously hurt in fall from bus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officers are called to the scene at about 06:30 BST on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/woman-seriously-hurt-in-fall-from-bus/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/woman-seriously-hurt-in-fall-from-bus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Opening ceremony struggles for young footballers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Vision Football Club side needs help with outfits for the opening ceremony of the Gothia Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/opening-ceremony-struggles-for-young-footballers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/opening-ceremony-struggles-for-young-footballers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I was so focused on finding a cure, I wasn't living']]></title><description><![CDATA[Sarah Lewis says being diagnosed with FND is one of the "steepest learning curves".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-was-so-focused-on-finding-a-cure-i-wasnt-living/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-was-so-focused-on-finding-a-cure-i-wasnt-living/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder accused 'never meant to hurt' girlfriend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohammed Azim denies murdering Lily Whitehouse in Oldbury in November.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murder-accused-never-meant-to-hurt-girlfriend/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murder-accused-never-meant-to-hurt-girlfriend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hain helps Warwickshire earn draw with Yorkshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam Hain scores 69 as Warwickshire thwart Yorkshire for the second time this season to earn a draw in their County Championship match at Scarborough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hain-helps-warwickshire-earn-draw-with-yorkshire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hain-helps-warwickshire-earn-draw-with-yorkshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham sign Girona midfielder Solis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City sign midfielder Jhon Solis from Spanish side Girona for an undisclosed fee, subject to clearance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-sign-girona-midfielder-solis/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-sign-girona-midfielder-solis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Video shows truck 'pushing' teen before death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohammed Azim denies murdering Lily Whitehouse in Oldbury in November.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/video-shows-truck-pushing-teen-before-death/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/video-shows-truck-pushing-teen-before-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Noddy Holder went from a tin bath to becoming a national treasure]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Noddy Holder turns 80, he looks back on his humble beginnings in Walsall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-noddy-holder-went-from-a-tin-bath-to-becoming-a-national-treasure/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-noddy-holder-went-from-a-tin-bath-to-becoming-a-national-treasure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two teens, 16 and 19, badly hurt in shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pair are taken to hospital with injuries which are believed to be life-threatening, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/two-teens-16-and-19-badly-hurt-in-shooting/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/two-teens-16-and-19-badly-hurt-in-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Not all social media is negative': Teenagers react to news of ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer says a social media ban for under-16s will make children happier.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/not-all-social-media-is-negative-teenagers-react-to-news-of-ban/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/not-all-social-media-is-negative-teenagers-react-to-news-of-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-teacher sceptical of under-16s social media ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[As UK plans for under-16 social media ban, an expert warns teens may find loopholes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-teacher-sceptical-of-under-16s-social-media-ban/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-teacher-sceptical-of-under-16s-social-media-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tony Iommi 'thought MBE was speeding ticket']]></title><description><![CDATA[Black Sabbath guitarist says recognition in King's Birthday Honours is "unbelievable honour".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tony-iommi-thought-mbe-was-speeding-ticket/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tony-iommi-thought-mbe-was-speeding-ticket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roy Hattersley, former Labour deputy leader, dies aged 93]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paying tribute, Sir Keir Starmer said the former Birmingham MP"was a giant of the Labour movement".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/roy-hattersley-former-labour-deputy-leader-dies-aged-93/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/roy-hattersley-former-labour-deputy-leader-dies-aged-93/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['How I hunted down an Alton Towers swan boat for my home']]></title><description><![CDATA[Jenny Walker has been determined to find a swan boat similar to that enjoyed as a village landmark.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-i-hunted-down-an-alton-towers-swan-boat-for-my-home/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-i-hunted-down-an-alton-towers-swan-boat-for-my-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's first hobbits festival promises precious time]]></title><description><![CDATA[The five-day Brandywine Festival is due to take place at Weston Park in September.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uks-first-hobbits-festival-promises-precious-time/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uks-first-hobbits-festival-promises-precious-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Why we love our 750-year-old village so much']]></title><description><![CDATA[Knowle celebrates 750 years since it first became a manor and entered the historical record.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/why-we-love-our-750-year-old-village-so-much/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/why-we-love-our-750-year-old-village-so-much/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yorkshire push for victory against Warwickshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yorkshire set Warwickshire an unlikely victory target of 453 as they push for a County Championship victory.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/yorkshire-push-for-victory-against-warwickshire/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/yorkshire-push-for-victory-against-warwickshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Volunteer officers recognised in Birthday Honours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mike Leonard and Hitesh Mehta are recognised for their contributions as volunteer police officers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/volunteer-officers-recognised-in-birthday-honours/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/volunteer-officers-recognised-in-birthday-honours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Hovering bees and other wildlife]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these fabulous photos of the West Midlands we have received this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-hovering-bees-and-other-wildlife/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 08:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-hovering-bees-and-other-wildlife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Gypsy queen' and 'king of showmen' celebrated in exhibition]]></title><description><![CDATA[The exhibition is on show at community hubs as part of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gypsy-queen-and-king-of-showmen-celebrated-in-exhibition/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 08:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gypsy-queen-and-king-of-showmen-celebrated-in-exhibition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call to save 'striking' Art Deco building]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former Odeon Cinema building in Kingstanding shut its doors on 7 June.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/call-to-save-striking-art-deco-building/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/call-to-save-striking-art-deco-building/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women's One-Day Cup: Warwickshire beat Lancashire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Elwiss hits a match-winning 96 as The Blaze comfortably beat Surrey to strengthen their hold on top spot in the Women's One-Day Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/womens-one-day-cup-warwickshire-beat-lancashire/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/womens-one-day-cup-warwickshire-beat-lancashire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tony Iommi made an MBE in King's Birthday Honours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tony Iommi says it is an "unbelievable honour".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tony-iommi-made-an-mbe-in-kings-birthday-honours/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tony-iommi-made-an-mbe-in-kings-birthday-honours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yorkshire's Luxton hits century against Warwicks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will Luxton scores 167 as Yorkshire finish on 386-6 against Warwickshire on day one of their County Championship match at Scarborough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/yorkshires-luxton-hits-century-against-warwicks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/yorkshires-luxton-hits-century-against-warwicks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arrest after railway bridge collapse]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 64-year-old man is arrested after a lorry hit the bridge in Warwickshire, causing it to collapse.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/arrest-after-railway-bridge-collapse/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/arrest-after-railway-bridge-collapse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Long-serving councillor resigns from Labour]]></title><description><![CDATA[Majid Mahmood says the party has "left him" as he announces his resignation from the Labour group.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/long-serving-councillor-resigns-from-labour/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/long-serving-councillor-resigns-from-labour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pastor in court over baptism drowning death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cheryl Bartley, 48, is charged with one count of gross negligence manslaughter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/pastor-in-court-over-baptism-drowning-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/pastor-in-court-over-baptism-drowning-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Petrol station worker jailed as guns stash found]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sultan Arif is sentenced to six years in prison after the petrol station was raided.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/petrol-station-worker-jailed-as-guns-stash-found/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/petrol-station-worker-jailed-as-guns-stash-found/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arrests after two men stabbed outside library]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two men in their 20s are detained on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/arrests-after-two-men-stabbed-outside-library/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/arrests-after-two-men-stabbed-outside-library/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Birmingham's Royal Marine a dark horse for PM?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham Selly Oak MP Al Carns is tipped to be a contender for a potential Labour leadership bid.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/is-birminghams-royal-marine-a-dark-horse-for-pm/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/is-birminghams-royal-marine-a-dark-horse-for-pm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PM needs to make 'bold' decisions on defence spending, says Carns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Al Carns quit as the armed forces minister in a row over defence spending, hours after John Healey also quit as defence secretary.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/pm-needs-to-make-bold-decisions-on-defence-spending-says-carns/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/pm-needs-to-make-bold-decisions-on-defence-spending-says-carns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daughter 'disgusted' as dad's grave 'flattened']]></title><description><![CDATA[Shazia Kausar is one of many locals in dispute with Walsall Council over grave rules.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/daughter-disgusted-as-dads-grave-flattened/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/daughter-disgusted-as-dads-grave-flattened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: Which pop band created airport history this week?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include upside down trees and World Cup sweeping- can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-which-pop-band-created-airport-history-this-week/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-which-pop-band-created-airport-history-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Heads need to roll' amid tram delays - leader]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrick Harley says "businesses are suffering" because of tram line delays.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/heads-need-to-roll-amid-tram-delays-leader/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/heads-need-to-roll-amid-tram-delays-leader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Surviving 40 years as a charity has been no easy task']]></title><description><![CDATA[Black Country Women's Aid started around a small kitchen table with local women.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/surviving-40-years-as-a-charity-has-been-no-easy-task/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/surviving-40-years-as-a-charity-has-been-no-easy-task/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patient 'failed' by breast cancer diagnosis delay]]></title><description><![CDATA[Experts say Tracey Taylor was failed before becoming a patient of disgraced surgeon Ian Paterson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/patient-failed-by-breast-cancer-diagnosis-delay/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/patient-failed-by-breast-cancer-diagnosis-delay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two stabbed outside city centre library]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say one man has suffered potentially life-threatening injuries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/two-stabbed-outside-city-centre-library/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/two-stabbed-outside-city-centre-library/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former GB number one Evans to retire after Wimbledon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former British number one Dan Evans is to retire from tennis after this year's Wimbledon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/former-gb-number-one-evans-to-retire-after-wimbledon/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/former-gb-number-one-evans-to-retire-after-wimbledon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder accused 'sped away' as pregnant teen fell, jury told]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lily Whitehouse had been visiting her baby in a neonatal unit on the evening she died.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murder-accused-sped-away-as-pregnant-teen-fell-jury-told/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murder-accused-sped-away-as-pregnant-teen-fell-jury-told/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Artan to referee Uefa Super Cup after losing World Cup role]]></title><description><![CDATA[Somali referee Omar Artan is appointed to take charge of the Uefa Super Cup match between Paris St-Germain and Aston Villa later this summer after being denied a spot at the World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/artan-to-referee-uefa-super-cup-after-losing-world-cup-role/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/artan-to-referee-uefa-super-cup-after-losing-world-cup-role/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The rise and rise of 'Meatball' McGinn]]></title><description><![CDATA[John McGinn was a boy from Clydebank with a "big, round head" and bigger dreams. Scotland's World Cup opener marks a new high in a storybook career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-rise-and-rise-of-meatball-mcginn/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-rise-and-rise-of-meatball-mcginn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alert over adult measles cases in Worcestershire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unvaccinated adults and not just children are at risk of measles, health bosses warn.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/alert-over-adult-measles-cases-in-worcestershire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/alert-over-adult-measles-cases-in-worcestershire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peterborough sign Walsall defender Weir until 2029]]></title><description><![CDATA[Peterborough United begin their summer rebuild with the signing of defender Evan Weir from League Two Walsall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/peterborough-sign-walsall-defender-weir-until-2029/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/peterborough-sign-walsall-defender-weir-until-2029/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bid to trace kin of pioneering children's nurse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham Children's Hospital wants to shed light on the life of Warwickshire-born Evelyn Hughes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bid-to-trace-kin-of-pioneering-childrens-nurse/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bid-to-trace-kin-of-pioneering-childrens-nurse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Cup scrapbooks document 'fantastic' 1966 win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ethan Badger has created four scrap books of memories from the tournament.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/world-cup-scrapbooks-document-fantastic-1966-win/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/world-cup-scrapbooks-document-fantastic-1966-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Venue hosts 10 weddings in 10 hours for anniversary]]></title><description><![CDATA["Wedding Wednesday" took place at the Thomas Robinson Building]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/venue-hosts-10-weddings-in-10-hours-for-anniversary/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/venue-hosts-10-weddings-in-10-hours-for-anniversary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wigan sign Walsall wing-back Barrett]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wigan Athletic manager Gary Caldwell claims Connor Barrett will get even better at the Brick Community Stadium after signing from Walsall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wigan-sign-walsall-wing-back-barrett/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wigan-sign-walsall-wing-back-barrett/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Warwickshire wicketkeeper Piper dies aged 56]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Warwickshire wicketkeeper Keith Piper dies at the age of 56 after playing nearly 500 games for the Bears in his 16-year career at Edgbaston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/former-warwickshire-wicketkeeper-piper-dies-aged-56/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/former-warwickshire-wicketkeeper-piper-dies-aged-56/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warwickshire sign India spinner Suthar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warwickshire sign India off-spinner Manav Suthar for their next two County Championship games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warwickshire-sign-india-spinner-suthar/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warwickshire-sign-india-spinner-suthar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paterson patient 'let down at every point']]></title><description><![CDATA[Tracey Taylor is believed to be the youngest of the women in the Ian Paterson inquests.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/paterson-patient-let-down-at-every-point/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/paterson-patient-let-down-at-every-point/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man killed girlfriend with truck, jury told]]></title><description><![CDATA[LIly Whitehouse had been visiting her baby in a neonatal unit on the evening she died.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-killed-girlfriend-with-truck-jury-told/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-killed-girlfriend-with-truck-jury-told/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform frozen out of scrutiny roles, says leader]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jex Parkin said he had understood Reform would be given the lions share of scrutiny chair positions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-frozen-out-of-scrutiny-roles-says-leader/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-frozen-out-of-scrutiny-roles-says-leader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sir Lenny Henry mural among ideas to boost town]]></title><description><![CDATA[New cultural ambassador, Jonn Penney, suggests Dudley's famous son should be celebrated more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/sir-lenny-henry-mural-among-ideas-to-boost-town/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/sir-lenny-henry-mural-among-ideas-to-boost-town/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Total of 135 people make compensation claims over care home abuse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier this year, a jury concluded the former home manager, now 93 and living in Birmingham, had sexually abused six children over three decades.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/total-of-135-people-make-compensation-claims-over-care-home-abuse/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/total-of-135-people-make-compensation-claims-over-care-home-abuse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder arrest after man dies in stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[A woman, from Birmingham, was arrested on suspicion of murder and later released on bail, the force says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murder-arrest-after-man-dies-in-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murder-arrest-after-man-dies-in-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Significant disruption' warning ahead of strikes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The British Medical Association (BMA) announced more strike action in an ongoing dispute over pay.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/significant-disruption-warning-ahead-of-strikes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/significant-disruption-warning-ahead-of-strikes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dental practice hoping to double in size]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bhandal Dental Practice in Blackheath submits plans to expand its facilities into a former bank.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dental-practice-hoping-to-double-in-size/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dental-practice-hoping-to-double-in-size/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nursery teacher bonus in disadvantaged areas opens]]></title><description><![CDATA[New nursery teachers in 10 disadvantaged areas, including Middlesbrough, can apply for &pound;4,500.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nursery-teacher-bonus-in-disadvantaged-areas-opens/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nursery-teacher-bonus-in-disadvantaged-areas-opens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jill Scott overwhelmed by day one cycling support]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former footballer says the bike seat is beginning to hurt on day one of her 388-mile challenge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jill-scott-overwhelmed-by-day-one-cycling-support/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jill-scott-overwhelmed-by-day-one-cycling-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We will clean up Birmingham, new council leader says]]></title><description><![CDATA[New leader Roger Harmer wants to resolve the long-running bin strike in the city and is starting "afresh".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/we-will-clean-up-birmingham-new-council-leader-says/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/we-will-clean-up-birmingham-new-council-leader-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Birmingham City owner accused of preying on women for sex]]></title><description><![CDATA[Women say David Sullivan told them they needed to have sex with him to feature in his newspapers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/former-birmingham-city-owner-accused-of-preying-on-women-for-sex/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/former-birmingham-city-owner-accused-of-preying-on-women-for-sex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Activist unsettled by arson outside house]]></title><description><![CDATA[Arsonists set fire to a car belonging to Salma Yaqoob's brother outside a house in Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/activist-unsettled-by-arson-outside-house/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/activist-unsettled-by-arson-outside-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football journeys inspire disability rail changes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cameron Wood worked with West Midlands Railways to bring accessible waiting areas to stations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/football-journeys-inspire-disability-rail-changes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/football-journeys-inspire-disability-rail-changes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rollercoaster twins eye another record run]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mark and Colin Brown completed their 20,000th ride at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rollercoaster-twins-eye-another-record-run/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rollercoaster-twins-eye-another-record-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast round-up: Webster hits ton as Warwickshire claim first win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Australia all-rounder Beau Webster smashes the first T20 century of his career as Warwickshire Bears pick up their first win in the T20 Blast at Somerset.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/t20-blast-round-up-webster-hits-ton-as-warwickshire-claim-first-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/t20-blast-round-up-webster-hits-ton-as-warwickshire-claim-first-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Somerset beat Bears to boost Women's T20 Blast finals bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tammy Beaumont hits a half-century as The Blaze beat Lancashire Thunder in a low-scoring match to go top of the Women's T20 Blast table.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/somerset-beat-bears-to-boost-womens-t20-blast-finals-bid/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/somerset-beat-bears-to-boost-womens-t20-blast-finals-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['You're ghosted or told there's a better candidate': The suburbs where one in three adults is jobless]]></title><description><![CDATA[What are the solutions in parts of east Birmingham where a third of people are unemployed?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/youre-ghosted-or-told-theres-a-better-candidate-the-suburbs-where-one-in-three-adults-is-jobless/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 09:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/youre-ghosted-or-told-theres-a-better-candidate-the-suburbs-where-one-in-three-adults-is-jobless/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Poppies, wet dogs and nosy horses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these brilliant photos of the West Midlands we have received this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-poppies-wet-dogs-and-nosy-horses/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-poppies-wet-dogs-and-nosy-horses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cake sheds are making bakers £1,000 a week - but the dream might be over]]></title><description><![CDATA[They may have captured the public's imagination, but are councils coming for the cute cake cupboards?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cake-sheds-are-making-bakers-1000-a-week-but-the-dream-might-be-over/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 01:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cake-sheds-are-making-bakers-1000-a-week-but-the-dream-might-be-over/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[People warned frozen food products may be unsafe]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Food Standards Agency says the wide range by Inarah&rsquo;s Frozen Foods Ltd should not be eaten.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/people-warned-frozen-food-products-may-be-unsafe/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/people-warned-frozen-food-products-may-be-unsafe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Volunteer celebrates 1,600 hours at lunch club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dorothy Schofield says volunteering gives her structure and something to look forward to each week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/volunteer-celebrates-1600-hours-at-lunch-club/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/volunteer-celebrates-1600-hours-at-lunch-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast round-up: Notts beat Bears &amp; Roses win for Yorks]]></title><description><![CDATA[A round up of Friday's T20 Blast action which included Jonny Bairstow and Moeen Ali inspiring Yorkshire to a 106-run win over Lancashire Lightning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/t20-blast-round-up-notts-beat-bears-amp-roses-win-for-yorks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/t20-blast-round-up-notts-beat-bears-amp-roses-win-for-yorks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lib Dem Roger Harmer new Birmingham City Council leader]]></title><description><![CDATA[His party has formed a minority administration with the Greens and Better Birmingham Independent Group.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lib-dem-roger-harmer-new-birmingham-city-council-leader/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lib-dem-roger-harmer-new-birmingham-city-council-leader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-councillor wins £187k discrimination case]]></title><description><![CDATA[The defendants must pay &pound;150,000 in legal costs and &pound;37,000 in compensation for injury to feelings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-councillor-wins-187k-discrimination-case/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-councillor-wins-187k-discrimination-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veteran winger Adomah extends stay at Walsall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Veteran forward Albert Adomah signs a new one-year deal keeping him at Walsall for the 2026-27 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/veteran-winger-adomah-extends-stay-at-walsall/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/veteran-winger-adomah-extends-stay-at-walsall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham director of football Gardner leaves club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City announce the departure of Craig Gardner as director of football after less than two years in the role.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-director-of-football-gardner-leaves-club/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-director-of-football-gardner-leaves-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solihull sign Boston's ex-Reading defender Carson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Solihull Moors make Boston United defender Matty Carson their first signing of the summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/solihull-sign-bostons-ex-reading-defender-carson/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/solihull-sign-bostons-ex-reading-defender-carson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hurdler Minshull wants to turn bronze into gold]]></title><description><![CDATA[After winning a bronze medal at the World Relays, 400m hurdler Jake Minshull is chasing more success at the European Championships.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hurdler-minshull-wants-to-turn-bronze-into-gold/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hurdler-minshull-wants-to-turn-bronze-into-gold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GP's suspension extended for a year over protests]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Sarah Benn's suspension is extended for 12 months over protests in two counties.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gps-suspension-extended-for-a-year-over-protests/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gps-suspension-extended-for-a-year-over-protests/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four arrested after man stabbed to death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police says they were called to Walford Road in Sparkbrook at about 18:20 BST on Thursday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/four-arrested-after-man-stabbed-to-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/four-arrested-after-man-stabbed-to-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Museum revamp sparks debate over art displays]]></title><description><![CDATA[Art historian Ruth Millington criticises Birmingham Museum over its recent refurbishment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/museum-revamp-sparks-debate-over-art-displays/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/museum-revamp-sparks-debate-over-art-displays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two-tier policing needs to be taken seriously, Badenoch says]]></title><description><![CDATA[During a visit to Rugby, the Conservative leader says "it is quite clear that something is not right".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/two-tier-policing-needs-to-be-taken-seriously-badenoch-says/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/two-tier-policing-needs-to-be-taken-seriously-badenoch-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[11 EFL players to look out for at the World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[BBC Sport takes a look at 11 EFL players to watch out for at this summer's World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/11-efl-players-to-look-out-for-at-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/11-efl-players-to-look-out-for-at-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MP requests 'immediate' help for Thai fall victim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Labour's Paulette Hamilton requests an urgent meeting with the Foreign Office over Ethan Lacey, 20.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mp-requests-immediate-help-for-thai-fall-victim/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mp-requests-immediate-help-for-thai-fall-victim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boxing coach 'brought communities together']]></title><description><![CDATA[Pat Benson's grandson, Paddy, pays tribute to him ahead of his funeral on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/boxing-coach-brought-communities-together/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/boxing-coach-brought-communities-together/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: Why did these World Cup football fans never go home?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Other stories include actors taking up art to celebrity confetti- can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-why-did-these-world-cup-football-fans-never-go-home/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-why-did-these-world-cup-football-fans-never-go-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Schools lockdown over suspicious behaviour reports]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police identify a man said to have been acting suspiciously and say no offences had been committed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/schools-lockdown-over-suspicious-behaviour-reports/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/schools-lockdown-over-suspicious-behaviour-reports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BusinessLive duo nominated for ‘Oscars’ of finance journalism as newsletter also gets national recognition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Headlinemoney Awards ceremony will be held in London this month]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/businesslive-duo-nominated-for-oscars-of-finance-journalism-as-newsletter-also-gets-national-recognition/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/businesslive-duo-nominated-for-oscars-of-finance-journalism-as-newsletter-also-gets-national-recognition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Appeal after student's death raises &pound;18,000]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fundraiser launched to support family after Birmingham student dies in collision.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/appeal-after-students-death-raises-pound18000/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/appeal-after-students-death-raises-pound18000/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tram works causing devastating losses, says pub boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Peter Connolly from Nortons in Digbeth says work on the Eastside Metro extension is hitting trade.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tram-works-causing-devastating-losses-says-pub-boss/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tram-works-causing-devastating-losses-says-pub-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family appeal to bring home Thai road crash victim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ethan Lacey has severe brain injuries after falling from a moving pick-up truck in Pattaya.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/family-appeal-to-bring-home-thai-road-crash-victim/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/family-appeal-to-bring-home-thai-road-crash-victim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family's legal fight over nightclub stab death evidence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ryan Passey's family believe new evidence justifies a fresh court case, but have been denied.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/familys-legal-fight-over-nightclub-stab-death-evidence/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/familys-legal-fight-over-nightclub-stab-death-evidence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family's legal fight for double jeopardy trial]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ryan Passey's family believe new evidence justifies a fresh court case, but have been denied.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/familys-legal-fight-for-double-jeopardy-trial/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/familys-legal-fight-for-double-jeopardy-trial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-police superintendent charged with £720k fraud]]></title><description><![CDATA[Syed Hussain, along with Farah Ullah, is charged in connection with a &pound;720,000 investment scam.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-police-superintendent-charged-with-720k-fraud/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-police-superintendent-charged-with-720k-fraud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['There is no two-tier policing in the West Midlands']]></title><description><![CDATA[Acting Chief Constable Scott Green makes his remarks in the wake of the murder of Henry Nowak.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/there-is-no-two-tier-policing-in-the-west-midlands/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/there-is-no-two-tier-policing-in-the-west-midlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Twins celebrated for rollercoaster 'record']]></title><description><![CDATA[The brothers first rode The Big One in 2001 and the resort praises them as "enthusiastic guests".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/twins-celebrated-for-rollercoaster-record/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/twins-celebrated-for-rollercoaster-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One dead and six hurt as car hits takeaway]]></title><description><![CDATA[The male driver has died and a woman, two boys, two girls and a passing cyclist have been hurt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/one-dead-and-six-hurt-as-car-hits-takeaway/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/one-dead-and-six-hurt-as-car-hits-takeaway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aston Villa top scorer Hanson set to join Spurs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa forward Kirsty Hanson is set to join Tottenham following an impressive season in the Women's Super League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/aston-villa-top-scorer-hanson-set-to-join-spurs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/aston-villa-top-scorer-hanson-set-to-join-spurs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cricket dome created in bid to boost the game]]></title><description><![CDATA[The &pound;1.2m facility can accommodate three batting lanes or an indoor match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cricket-dome-created-in-bid-to-boost-the-game/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cricket-dome-created-in-bid-to-boost-the-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New parkrun will 'spread happiness and positivity']]></title><description><![CDATA[Organisers say they want the weekly 5km run to help others get healthy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-parkrun-will-spread-happiness-and-positivity/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-parkrun-will-spread-happiness-and-positivity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Decision on city council leadership looms four weeks after election]]></title><description><![CDATA[A meeting takes place in Birmingham on Friday - but a conclusion is not guaranteed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/decision-on-city-council-leadership-looms-four-weeks-after-election/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/decision-on-city-council-leadership-looms-four-weeks-after-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[External scrutiny in wake of Arthur death wound down]]></title><description><![CDATA[Improvements after the death of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes see the government move on from Solihull.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/external-scrutiny-in-wake-of-arthur-death-wound-down/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/external-scrutiny-in-wake-of-arthur-death-wound-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canalside attack victim broke neck, court hears]]></title><description><![CDATA[The defendant appears in court over the death of Darren Round who was found dead in Kings Norton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/canalside-attack-victim-broke-neck-court-hears/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/canalside-attack-victim-broke-neck-court-hears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Brom goalkeeper O'Leary signs new deal to 2029]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Bromwich Albion's Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Max O'Leary has agreed a new three-year deal with the Championship club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-brom-goalkeeper-oleary-signs-new-deal-to-2029/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-brom-goalkeeper-oleary-signs-new-deal-to-2029/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Kay bomb hoax case adjourned for reports]]></title><description><![CDATA[Omar Majed from Saltley, Birmingham, is charged with communicating false information to the police.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/peter-kay-bomb-hoax-case-adjourned-for-reports/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 16:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/peter-kay-bomb-hoax-case-adjourned-for-reports/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police resource 'challenged' despite more officers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Data shows the region had a police officer headcount of 8,266 in March, a rise from 8,102 in 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/police-resource-challenged-despite-more-officers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/police-resource-challenged-despite-more-officers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grandmother honoured after life saving patrol]]></title><description><![CDATA[StreetWatch volunteer who helped save a woman in crisis is set to receive a community award.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/grandmother-honoured-after-life-saving-patrol/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/grandmother-honoured-after-life-saving-patrol/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How do Aston Villa improve after making history?]]></title><description><![CDATA[After Europa League success capped their best season for decades, how will Aston Villa move to the next level?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-do-aston-villa-improve-after-making-history/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-do-aston-villa-improve-after-making-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giant agave bursts through glasshouse roof]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rare agave reaches 4.15m and prepares for a spectacular final flowering display.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/giant-agave-bursts-through-glasshouse-roof/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/giant-agave-bursts-through-glasshouse-roof/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman died after doctors missed bowel obstruction]]></title><description><![CDATA[An investigation by the health service ombudsman finds Sevinc Ulkueri's death was avoidable.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/woman-died-after-doctors-missed-bowel-obstruction/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/woman-died-after-doctors-missed-bowel-obstruction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bears still believe after poor T20 start - Webster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warwickshire all-rounder Beau Webster believes his side can reach the T20 Blast knockout stages despite losing their first four matches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bears-still-believe-after-poor-t20-start-webster/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bears-still-believe-after-poor-t20-start-webster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record-holder Milner retires after 24-year career]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England international James Milner announces his retirement after a 24-year Premier League career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/record-holder-milner-retires-after-24-year-career/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/record-holder-milner-retires-after-24-year-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[T20 Blast round-up: Lynn stars in Northants victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[A round up of the T20 Blast action as Chris Lynn scores an unbeaten century in Northamptonshire's victory over Warwickshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/t20-blast-round-up-lynn-stars-in-northants-victory/</link><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/t20-blast-round-up-lynn-stars-in-northants-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friday night's T20 Blast round-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kiran Carlson hits a century for Glamorgan as they ease past reigning T20 Blast champions Somerset with more than six overs to spare.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/friday-nights-t20-blast-round-up/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/friday-nights-t20-blast-round-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women's T20 Blast: Durham beat Warwickshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hampshire register a second tie in four Women's T20 Blast games as table-topping Surrey dramatically maintain their unbeaten start.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/womens-t20-blast-durham-beat-warwickshire/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 23:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/womens-t20-blast-durham-beat-warwickshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thousands welcome home triumphant Villa as heroes]]></title><description><![CDATA[A sea of claret and blue floods Birmingham as fans celebrate the team's Europa League win.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/thousands-welcome-home-triumphant-villa-as-heroes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 22:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/thousands-welcome-home-triumphant-villa-as-heroes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man beat carer with brick and left body in his home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paranoid schizophrenic David Walsh had not been taking his medication when he killed his carer in his home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-beat-carer-with-brick-and-left-body-in-his-home/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-beat-carer-with-brick-and-left-body-in-his-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Village in Ghana celebrates Villa win with parade]]></title><description><![CDATA[A village in Ghana will hold a parade with 30 motorcycles and a minibus to celebrate Aston Villa's Europa League victory.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/village-in-ghana-celebrates-villa-win-with-parade/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/village-in-ghana-celebrates-villa-win-with-parade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prince William shares beer with Villa players after win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prince William shows a range of emotions during Aston Villa's Europa League final win over Freiburg in Istanbul, as fans celebrate in Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/prince-william-shares-beer-with-villa-players-after-win/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 11:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/prince-william-shares-beer-with-villa-players-after-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How a 1,600-homes scheme hopes to transform this town centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[A &pound;20m investment has been announced by the West Midlands mayor to help fund the 1,600-home project.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-a-1600-homes-scheme-hopes-to-transform-this-town-centre/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-a-1600-homes-scheme-hopes-to-transform-this-town-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foodbank forced to close with 'huge regret']]></title><description><![CDATA[Smethwick Foodbank said its final session would take place on29 May after six years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foodbank-forced-to-close-with-huge-regret/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foodbank-forced-to-close-with-huge-regret/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food bank forced to close with 'huge regret']]></title><description><![CDATA[Smethwick Foodbank said its final session would take place on 29 May after 14 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/food-bank-forced-to-close-with-huge-regret/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/food-bank-forced-to-close-with-huge-regret/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tom Hanks' special Villa message ahead of final]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Hollywood star says he is "thinking one thing and one thing only, go Villa".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tom-hanks-special-villa-message-ahead-of-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 20:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tom-hanks-special-villa-message-ahead-of-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform councillor suspended before council meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Robin Perry suggested Reform UK's Walsall group was being led "like Mussolini's government".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-councillor-suspended-before-council-meeting/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-councillor-suspended-before-council-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Footballer fined and banned after drink-drive crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marvin Ducksch pleaded guilty to driving his Mercedes with excess alcohol in Warwickshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/footballer-fined-and-banned-after-drink-drive-crash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 19:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/footballer-fined-and-banned-after-drink-drive-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa's Europa final 'a hell of an achievement']]></title><description><![CDATA[The club has played "incredibly well," says ex-Villa defender and European Cup winner Colin Gibson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villas-europa-final-a-hell-of-an-achievement/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villas-europa-final-a-hell-of-an-achievement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scheme to trial scrapping fit notes to get people back to work]]></title><description><![CDATA[The four pilot schemes, including Birmingham and Solihull, cover up to 100,000 appointments and are backed by &pound;3m of funding.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/scheme-to-trial-scrapping-fit-notes-to-get-people-back-to-work/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/scheme-to-trial-scrapping-fit-notes-to-get-people-back-to-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blood bikers complete 30,000th delivery]]></title><description><![CDATA[The delivery is completed by Jack Hickie on Tuesday, the charity says as it thanks its supporters.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/blood-bikers-complete-30000th-delivery/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/blood-bikers-complete-30000th-delivery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail strike still on after no talks breakthrough]]></title><description><![CDATA[TSSA says it is seeking parity with other unions on rest day pay ahead of action this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rail-strike-still-on-after-no-talks-breakthrough/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rail-strike-still-on-after-no-talks-breakthrough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City council remains without administration]]></title><description><![CDATA[No party has even half of the seats needed for a majority on Birmingham City Council.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/city-council-remains-without-administration/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/city-council-remains-without-administration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Albion want to keep Grant and Maja]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Brom fan writer Chris Hall analyses why the Baggies want to keep forwards Josh Maja and Karlan Grant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/why-albion-want-to-keep-grant-and-maja/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 11:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/why-albion-want-to-keep-grant-and-maja/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['This baby's tragic death must not be forgotten']]></title><description><![CDATA[Police issue new appeal for information over the death of a baby found in a Willenhall canal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/this-babys-tragic-death-must-not-be-forgotten/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 09:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/this-babys-tragic-death-must-not-be-forgotten/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emery eyes fifth Europa crown but denies being 'king' of competition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unai Emery faces another date with destiny. A fifth Europa League title is within his grasp - and with it he would cement his legacy at Aston Villa.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/emery-eyes-fifth-europa-crown-but-denies-being-king-of-competition/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/emery-eyes-fifth-europa-crown-but-denies-being-king-of-competition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Black Sabbath's Iommi honoured by Lord Mayor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tony Iommi's role in helping to bring heavy metal the world is recognised.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/black-sabbaths-iommi-honoured-by-lord-mayor/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/black-sabbaths-iommi-honoured-by-lord-mayor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HS2 delays and costs a 'bitter pill to swallow']]></title><description><![CDATA[The project could now cost up to &pound;102.7bn, while the top speed of trains will also be reduced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hs2-delays-and-costs-a-bitter-pill-to-swallow/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hs2-delays-and-costs-a-bitter-pill-to-swallow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ambulance service will not participate in Pride]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Midlands Ambulance Service says its decision is guided by "political impartiality" concerns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ambulance-service-will-not-participate-in-pride/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 21:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ambulance-service-will-not-participate-in-pride/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Connor to leave Walsall coaching role this summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walsall announce ex-Wolves boss Terry Connor will leave his role on the coaching staff when his contract expires in the summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/connor-to-leave-walsall-coaching-role-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 19:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/connor-to-leave-walsall-coaching-role-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men jailed after gun fired through house window]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sharif Cousins and James Gray fired the gun as a family of five was inside the Black Country home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/men-jailed-after-gun-fired-through-house-window/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/men-jailed-after-gun-fired-through-house-window/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Evans beaten by Thai teenager in World Snooker final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thai teenager Panchaya Channoi claims the Women's World Snooker Championship title with a 6-2 victory over Reanne Evans in the final.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/evans-beaten-by-thai-teenager-in-world-snooker-final/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/evans-beaten-by-thai-teenager-in-world-snooker-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Need To Know Birmingham &amp; Black Country]]></title><description><![CDATA[With no party close to a working majority, is Birmingham becoming an &ldquo;ungovernable mess&rdquo;?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/need-to-know-birmingham-amp-black-country/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/need-to-know-birmingham-amp-black-country/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New High Street crime unit to target gangs fronting shops after BBC investigation]]></title><description><![CDATA[It follows BBC News exposing drug gangs, money laundering, immigration crime, and ghost directors linked to shop fronts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-high-street-crime-unit-to-target-gangs-fronting-shops-after-bbc-investigation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-high-street-crime-unit-to-target-gangs-fronting-shops-after-bbc-investigation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Staff 'blindsided' as black studies MA course axed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Academics and activists condemn Birmingham City University's closure of the eight-month old course.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/staff-blindsided-as-black-studies-ma-course-axed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 12:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/staff-blindsided-as-black-studies-ma-course-axed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Heartless' driver jailed for fatal pavement crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harinderpal Athwal drove his car into a husband and wife and police say he has not said why.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/heartless-driver-jailed-for-fatal-pavement-crash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 11:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/heartless-driver-jailed-for-fatal-pavement-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BBC radio presenter to host city's Pride]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kaylee Golding will host this year's Wolverhampton Pride event at West Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bbc-radio-presenter-to-host-citys-pride/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 07:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bbc-radio-presenter-to-host-citys-pride/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Runner completes marathon in mum's memory despite lung condition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Claire Smith has bronchiectasis, 50% lung capacity and suffers near constant chest infections.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/runner-completes-marathon-in-mums-memory-despite-lung-condition/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/runner-completes-marathon-in-mums-memory-despite-lung-condition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New &pound;11bn city corporation 'the biggest in UK']]></title><description><![CDATA[The cash it controls will speed up urban projects in Birmingham, including the Blues' new stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-pound11bn-city-corporation-the-biggest-in-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 07:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-pound11bn-city-corporation-the-biggest-in-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anger after trees felled by 'mindless' vandals]]></title><description><![CDATA[A community group says it is "heartbroken" after discovering the trees in Digbeth had been felled.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/anger-after-trees-felled-by-mindless-vandals/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 20:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/anger-after-trees-felled-by-mindless-vandals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain mars final day of Warwicks v Glamorgan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colin Ingram hits 101 as Warwickshire and Glamorgan draw a rain-affected County Championship match at Edgbaston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rain-mars-final-day-of-warwicks-v-glamorgan/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rain-mars-final-day-of-warwicks-v-glamorgan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Make canal safe after my sister fell in and died']]></title><description><![CDATA[Jody Brown's brother wants to see safety barriers set up around a section of the canal in Walsall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/make-canal-safe-after-my-sister-fell-in-and-died/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/make-canal-safe-after-my-sister-fell-in-and-died/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second man arrested over hit-and-run given bail]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 52-year-old man is released on bail after he was held on suspicion of wounding, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/second-man-arrested-over-hit-and-run-given-bail/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/second-man-arrested-over-hit-and-run-given-bail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Interim boss Byfield set to leave Walsall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walsall interim head coach Darren Byfield is to leave the League Two club when his contract expires this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/interim-boss-byfield-set-to-leave-walsall/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/interim-boss-byfield-set-to-leave-walsall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second arrest after hit and run]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Midlands Police says a 52-year-old was arrested in Birmingham on Saturday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/second-arrest-after-hit-and-run/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 10:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/second-arrest-after-hit-and-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Ducks in a row and nuzzling squirrels]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these delightful photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-ducks-in-a-row-and-nuzzling-squirrels/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-ducks-in-a-row-and-nuzzling-squirrels/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 'prince of pop art who was forgotten by his home' city finally gets exhibition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Peter Phillips was key to the pop art movement but his home city of Birmingham hardly noticed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-prince-of-pop-art-who-was-forgotten-by-his-home-city-finally-gets-exhibition/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 08:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-prince-of-pop-art-who-was-forgotten-by-his-home-city-finally-gets-exhibition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where have all the female councillors gone?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham has seen a big drop in female councillors since the local elections.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/where-have-all-the-female-councillors-gone/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 08:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/where-have-all-the-female-councillors-gone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sports Argus: Remembering the 'sporting bible of the Midlands']]></title><description><![CDATA[A book has been published charting the history of the Saturday sports paper which ran for 109 years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/sports-argus-remembering-the-sporting-bible-of-the-midlands/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 08:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/sports-argus-remembering-the-sporting-bible-of-the-midlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC tax-free allowance increase hands UK households extra £252 - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC tax-free allowance increase hands UK households extra &pound;252&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-tax-free-allowance-increase-hands-uk-households-extra-252-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 21:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-tax-free-allowance-increase-hands-uk-households-extra-252-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women's One-Day Cup: Warwickshire beat Yorkshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Katie Levick's six-wicket haul helps lift Durham off the foot of the Women's One-Day Cup table as they thrash Somerset by 120 runs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/womens-one-day-cup-warwickshire-beat-yorkshire/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/womens-one-day-cup-warwickshire-beat-yorkshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glamorgan in driving seat as bowlers dominate Bears]]></title><description><![CDATA[Glamorgan lay the foundations for a serious push towards a third successive County Championship win on a rain-affected day two against Warwickshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/glamorgan-in-driving-seat-as-bowlers-dominate-bears/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 20:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/glamorgan-in-driving-seat-as-bowlers-dominate-bears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK man hospitalised after van attack during Birmingham flag removal clash - The Times of India]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK man hospitalised after van attack during Birmingham flag removal clash&nbsp;&nbsp;The Times of India]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-man-hospitalised-after-van-attack-during-birmingham-flag-removal-clash-the-times-of-india/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-man-hospitalised-after-van-attack-during-birmingham-flag-removal-clash-the-times-of-india/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swatch shuts stores after crowds queue for new watch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hundreds of people queue outside branches across the UK to get the &pound;335 item.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/swatch-shuts-stores-after-crowds-queue-for-new-watch/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 18:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/swatch-shuts-stores-after-crowds-queue-for-new-watch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arrest at protest after hit and run]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Midlands Police say a 44-year-old arrested in London will be questioned in due course.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/arrest-at-protest-after-hit-and-run/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/arrest-at-protest-after-hit-and-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iran war could cost UK households with savings accounts £275 - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iran war could cost UK households with savings accounts &pound;275&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/iran-war-could-cost-uk-households-with-savings-accounts-275-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 12:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/iran-war-could-cost-uk-households-with-savings-accounts-275-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delivery driver guilty of murdering woman in van]]></title><description><![CDATA[Delivery driver Tanveer Singh attacked Shara Millar in the back of his work van in August.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/delivery-driver-guilty-of-murdering-woman-in-van/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 12:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/delivery-driver-guilty-of-murdering-woman-in-van/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The volunteer-run health centre which has 'saved the NHS &pound;6m']]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nishkam Healthcare Trust in Handsworth has been given a King's Award for Voluntary Service.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-volunteer-run-health-centre-which-has-saved-the-nhs-pound6m/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 08:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-volunteer-run-health-centre-which-has-saved-the-nhs-pound6m/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Midlands rail timetable changes and how they affect you]]></title><description><![CDATA[The National Rail timetable is changed twice a year, with the latest version starting this Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-midlands-rail-timetable-changes-and-how-they-affect-you/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-midlands-rail-timetable-changes-and-how-they-affect-you/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Outstanding' geology of Black Country examined by artist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stuart Whipps is examining more than 420 million years of geological history in the West Midlands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/outstanding-geology-of-black-country-examined-by-artist/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/outstanding-geology-of-black-country-examined-by-artist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In better form than Kane - why Watkins is no longer being 'written off']]></title><description><![CDATA[Two months on from being out of form and not selected for England's March international friendlies, Ollie Watkins has bounced back in style.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/in-better-form-than-kane-why-watkins-is-no-longer-being-written-off/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 01:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/in-better-form-than-kane-why-watkins-is-no-longer-being-written-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man injured in hit-and-run after flags clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man suffers a broken leg amid angry scenes when Raise the Colours erected more flags in Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-injured-in-hit-and-run-after-flags-clash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 22:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-injured-in-hit-and-run-after-flags-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wallace and Dike released by West Brom]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Bromwich Albion release winger Jed Wallace and striker Daryl Dike but offer new deals to Karlan Grant, Josh Mata and Max O'Leary.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wallace-and-dike-released-by-west-brom/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wallace-and-dike-released-by-west-brom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nicky Brennan named Birmingham Labour group leader]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brennan rules out entering into any coalition agreement with other parties on the city council.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nicky-brennan-named-birmingham-labour-group-leader/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nicky-brennan-named-birmingham-labour-group-leader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dad jailed for fatally shaking three-month-old son]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gareth Stark was caught on CCTV hitting the baby's head in a KFC restaurant, the court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dad-jailed-for-fatally-shaking-three-month-old-son/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dad-jailed-for-fatally-shaking-three-month-old-son/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gymshark CEO named West Midlands' richest under 40]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ben Francis started Gymshark from his parent's garage in Bromsgrove, aged just 19.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gymshark-ceo-named-west-midlands-richest-under-40/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gymshark-ceo-named-west-midlands-richest-under-40/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Almost 130 products recalled in UK over cancer-causing asbestos - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Almost 130 products recalled in UK over cancer-causing asbestos&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/almost-130-products-recalled-in-uk-over-cancer-causing-asbestos-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/almost-130-products-recalled-in-uk-over-cancer-causing-asbestos-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Octopus Energy makes 'bigger than ever' announcement for all UK customers - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Octopus Energy makes 'bigger than ever' announcement for all UK customers&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/octopus-energy-makes-bigger-than-ever-announcement-for-all-uk-customers-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/octopus-energy-makes-bigger-than-ever-announcement-for-all-uk-customers-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yafai's world title tilt postponed after injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Galal Yafai's bout with unified flyweight world champion Ricardo Sandoval is postponed after the Briton sustains an injury in training.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/yafais-world-title-tilt-postponed-after-injury/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 12:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/yafais-world-title-tilt-postponed-after-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leading UK meat supplier collapses into administration after 40 years - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leading UK meat supplier collapses into administration after 40 years&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/leading-uk-meat-supplier-collapses-into-administration-after-40-years-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 11:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/leading-uk-meat-supplier-collapses-into-administration-after-40-years-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Waitrose becomes 'first' UK supermarket to make change to meat aisles - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Waitrose becomes 'first' UK supermarket to make change to meat aisles&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/waitrose-becomes-first-uk-supermarket-to-make-change-to-meat-aisles-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 10:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/waitrose-becomes-first-uk-supermarket-to-make-change-to-meat-aisles-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crowe UK co-sponsors West Midlands Basketball League finals - Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crowe UK co-sponsors West Midlands Basketball League finals&nbsp;&nbsp;Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/crowe-uk-co-sponsors-west-midlands-basketball-league-finals-greater-birmingham-chambers-of-commerce/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 09:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/crowe-uk-co-sponsors-west-midlands-basketball-league-finals-greater-birmingham-chambers-of-commerce/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Date of first 30C heatwave of summer in UK 'brought forward' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Date of first 30C heatwave of summer in UK 'brought forward'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/date-of-first-30c-heatwave-of-summer-in-uk-brought-forward-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 09:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/date-of-first-30c-heatwave-of-summer-in-uk-brought-forward-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Not Tesco or Sainsbury's - cheapest UK supermarket for branded items named - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Not Tesco or Sainsbury's - cheapest UK supermarket for branded items named&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/not-tesco-or-sainsburys-cheapest-uk-supermarket-for-branded-items-named-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 08:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/not-tesco-or-sainsburys-cheapest-uk-supermarket-for-branded-items-named-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC slapping over two million UK households with average £2,300 bill - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC slapping over two million UK households with average &pound;2,300 bill&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-slapping-over-two-million-uk-households-with-average-2300-bill-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-slapping-over-two-million-uk-households-with-average-2300-bill-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I've never seen anything like this': Councillors report rise in abuse]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councillors tell of the abuse they faced from the public in recent weeks. Why is it on the rise?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ive-never-seen-anything-like-this-councillors-report-rise-in-abuse/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ive-never-seen-anything-like-this-councillors-report-rise-in-abuse/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: What honour did this football club chair receive?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With other stories ranging from football honours to rallying old bangers, can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-what-honour-did-this-football-club-chair-receive/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-what-honour-did-this-football-club-chair-receive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Godskitchen is returning to Birmingham for its first UK show since 2022 this May — with a 14-hour homecoming event across four venues, featuring Judge Jules, Lisa Lashes and Sander Van Doorn - Secret Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Godskitchen is returning to Birmingham for its first UK show since 2022 this May &mdash; with a 14-hour homecoming event across four venues, featuring Judge Jules, Lisa Lashes and Sander Van Doorn&nbsp;&nbsp;Secret Birmingham]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/godskitchen-is-returning-to-birmingham-for-its-first-uk-show-since-2022-this-may-with-a-14-hour-homecoming-event-across-four-venues-featuring-judge-jules-lisa-lashes-and-sander-van-doorn-secret-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 12:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/godskitchen-is-returning-to-birmingham-for-its-first-uk-show-since-2022-this-may-with-a-14-hour-homecoming-event-across-four-venues-featuring-judge-jules-lisa-lashes-and-sander-van-doorn-secret-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plymouth doctors lead RCEM event in Birmingham - Totnes Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plymouth doctors lead RCEM event in Birmingham&nbsp;&nbsp;Totnes Times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/plymouth-doctors-lead-rcem-event-in-birmingham-totnes-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 10:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/plymouth-doctors-lead-rcem-event-in-birmingham-totnes-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK faces first 40C heatwave since 2022 with weather phenomenon looming - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK faces first 40C heatwave since 2022 with weather phenomenon looming&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-faces-first-40c-heatwave-since-2022-with-weather-phenomenon-looming-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-faces-first-40c-heatwave-since-2022-with-weather-phenomenon-looming-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warning for all UK households who eat traditional English roast dinners - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warning for all UK households who eat traditional English roast dinners&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warning-for-all-uk-households-who-eat-traditional-english-roast-dinners-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warning-for-all-uk-households-who-eat-traditional-english-roast-dinners-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationwide becomes 'first' UK bank to make payment change for customers - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nationwide becomes 'first' UK bank to make payment change for customers&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nationwide-becomes-first-uk-bank-to-make-payment-change-for-customers-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nationwide-becomes-first-uk-bank-to-make-payment-change-for-customers-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huge job expansion plans for coding and AI company]]></title><description><![CDATA[The School of Coding and AI says it plans to create 1,000 jobs, mainly in the West Midlands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/huge-job-expansion-plans-for-coding-and-ai-company/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/huge-job-expansion-plans-for-coding-and-ai-company/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council paid £1m in pothole claims, figures show]]></title><description><![CDATA[Councils in England, Scotland and Wales have given details of pothole claims between 2020 and 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/council-paid-1m-in-pothole-claims-figures-show/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/council-paid-1m-in-pothole-claims-figures-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I became my sister's carer at six - she amazes me every day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vicky Lilly refuses to let her disability get in the way of her independence.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-became-my-sisters-carer-at-six-she-amazes-me-every-day/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-became-my-sisters-carer-at-six-she-amazes-me-every-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Alexandra celebrates 125 years on stage]]></title><description><![CDATA[The director said the venue balanced modern productions with its historic atmosphere.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-alexandra-celebrates-125-years-on-stage/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-alexandra-celebrates-125-years-on-stage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McDonald's fined for mouse infestation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The restaurant was visited by inspectors after a customer spotted a small mouse on the counter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mcdonalds-fined-for-mouse-infestation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 21:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mcdonalds-fined-for-mouse-infestation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beaumont impresses as Blaze, Hants and Warwicks win]]></title><description><![CDATA[England opener Tammy Beaumont hits an unbeaten 99 as The Blaze, Hampshire and Warwickshire claim victories in the Women's One-Day Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/beaumont-impresses-as-blaze-hants-and-warwicks-win/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 20:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/beaumont-impresses-as-blaze-hants-and-warwicks-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drivers risk £2,500 fines for doing one thing on UK staycations - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drivers risk &pound;2,500 fines for doing one thing on UK staycations&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/drivers-risk-2500-fines-for-doing-one-thing-on-uk-staycations-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/drivers-risk-2500-fines-for-doing-one-thing-on-uk-staycations-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Brom will not appeal against points penalty]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Bromwich Albion say an appeal against the EFL's decision to dock them two points for breaking financial rules is "not in their best interests" and want to "move on".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-brom-will-not-appeal-against-points-penalty/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-brom-will-not-appeal-against-points-penalty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Costa Coffee confirm takeover of 26 Starbucks locations across the UK - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Costa Coffee confirm takeover of 26 Starbucks locations across the UK&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/costa-coffee-confirm-takeover-of-26-starbucks-locations-across-the-uk-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/costa-coffee-confirm-takeover-of-26-starbucks-locations-across-the-uk-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I sold my late dad's diamond ring to get to Villa's Europa League final']]></title><description><![CDATA[Scott Barnes took the emotional decision, to bag a ticket to Villa's first Euro final since 1982.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-sold-my-late-dads-diamond-ring-to-get-to-villas-europa-league-final/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-sold-my-late-dads-diamond-ring-to-get-to-villas-europa-league-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Venue's licence suspended after double stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two men were stabbed at Luna Springs in Digbeth on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/venues-licence-suspended-after-double-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/venues-licence-suspended-after-double-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Air ambulance prepares for potential fuel shortage]]></title><description><![CDATA[The charity says it could rely more on critical care cars, if needed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/air-ambulance-prepares-for-potential-fuel-shortage/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/air-ambulance-prepares-for-potential-fuel-shortage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Green leader rules out Reform council coalition]]></title><description><![CDATA[So far no party has announced a plan to form a new administration at Birmingham City Council.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/green-leader-rules-out-reform-council-coalition/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/green-leader-rules-out-reform-council-coalition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major police operation targets drug and knife crime]]></title><description><![CDATA[Up to 80 officers are involved in the first day of Operation Fearless as it arrives in Handsworth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-police-operation-targets-drug-and-knife-crime/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-police-operation-targets-drug-and-knife-crime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Party must reflect, says last Labour councillor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Simran Cheema is the only Labour councillor left after Reform UK secured 40 of 60 seats in Walsall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/party-must-reflect-says-last-labour-councillor/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/party-must-reflect-says-last-labour-councillor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New government post for Edgbaston MP]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gill will work in the Department of Health and Social Care as a parliamentary under-secretary.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-government-post-for-edgbaston-mp/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 11:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-government-post-for-edgbaston-mp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City's new independents: 'People are fed up of mainstream parties']]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City Council has 14 Independents among its 101 members following last week's vote.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/citys-new-independents-people-are-fed-up-of-mainstream-parties/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/citys-new-independents-people-are-fed-up-of-mainstream-parties/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Musician teams up with Noddy Holder for new song]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tom Seals, from Crewe, co-writes track with Slade icon Noddy Holder for new album.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/musician-teams-up-with-noddy-holder-for-new-song/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/musician-teams-up-with-noddy-holder-for-new-song/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dads learning to style daughters' hair in the pub]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Plaits and Pints workshops have launched]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dads-learning-to-style-daughters-hair-in-the-pub/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dads-learning-to-style-daughters-hair-in-the-pub/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Our assault case has been postponed five times']]></title><description><![CDATA[Witness, Iqbal Mohammed, from Birmingham, has described the court system as a 'complete shambles'.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/our-assault-case-has-been-postponed-five-times/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/our-assault-case-has-been-postponed-five-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Read all the ministers' resignation letters in full]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ministers including Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips have resigned over Sir Keir Starmer's leadership.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/read-all-the-ministers-resignation-letters-in-full/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/read-all-the-ministers-resignation-letters-in-full/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fears for green belt over 500 homes application]]></title><description><![CDATA[The council has received an application for a large development on an area of Kingswinford.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/fears-for-green-belt-over-500-homes-application/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/fears-for-green-belt-over-500-homes-application/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tamworth election probe over Reform UK Facebook post - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tamworth election probe over Reform UK Facebook post&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tamworth-election-probe-over-reform-uk-facebook-post-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tamworth-election-probe-over-reform-uk-facebook-post-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Largest party Reform will not run city council]]></title><description><![CDATA[Party leader councillor Jex Parkin says other council groups "refuse to work with us&rdquo;.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/largest-party-reform-will-not-run-city-council/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 15:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/largest-party-reform-will-not-run-city-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hannon-Dalby Pears loan 'really worked' - Westwood]]></title><description><![CDATA[Although it was difficult to see Olly Hannon-Dalby in a Worcestershire shirt, Warwickshire head coach Ian Westwood says his loan worked out well.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hannon-dalby-pears-loan-really-worked-westwood/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 15:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hannon-dalby-pears-loan-really-worked-westwood/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Water firm fined after customers' details hacked]]></title><description><![CDATA[The hack went undetected by the Staffordshire firm for 20 months, regulator says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/water-firm-fined-after-customers-details-hacked/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/water-firm-fined-after-customers-details-hacked/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warwickshire spinner Lintott joins Kent on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kent sign Warwickshire spin bowler Jake Lintott on loan until the end of the 2026 T20 Blast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warwickshire-spinner-lintott-joins-kent-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warwickshire-spinner-lintott-joins-kent-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Greggs brings in 'absurd' change across all UK shops - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Greggs brings in 'absurd' change across all UK shops&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/greggs-brings-in-absurd-change-across-all-uk-shops-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 11:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/greggs-brings-in-absurd-change-across-all-uk-shops-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK tourists cancelling France and Italy holidays after 'starting to worry' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK tourists cancelling France and Italy holidays after 'starting to worry'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-tourists-cancelling-france-and-italy-holidays-after-starting-to-worry-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 10:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-tourists-cancelling-france-and-italy-holidays-after-starting-to-worry-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 announces Deloitte as Official Partner - Deloitte]]></title><description><![CDATA[Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 announces Deloitte as Official Partner&nbsp;&nbsp;Deloitte]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/invictus-games-birmingham-2027-announces-deloitte-as-official-partner-deloitte/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/invictus-games-birmingham-2027-announces-deloitte-as-official-partner-deloitte/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC confirms £3,160 repayments for thousands of UK households - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC confirms &pound;3,160 repayments for thousands of UK households&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-confirms-3160-repayments-for-thousands-of-uk-households-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 07:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-confirms-3160-repayments-for-thousands-of-uk-households-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform UK names Birmingham group head who could be next council leader at 24 - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform UK names Birmingham group head who could be next council leader at 24&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-uk-names-birmingham-group-head-who-could-be-next-council-leader-at-24-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-uk-names-birmingham-group-head-who-could-be-next-council-leader-at-24-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Labour council leader's defeat confirmed]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Cotton loses his seat after three years as the Labour leader of Birmingham City Council.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/labour-council-leaders-defeat-confirmed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 22:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/labour-council-leaders-defeat-confirmed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform UK councillors pick Jex Parkin as Birmingham leader | ITV News - ITVX]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform UK councillors pick Jex Parkin as Birmingham leader | ITV News&nbsp;&nbsp;ITVX]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-uk-councillors-pick-jex-parkin-as-birmingham-leader-itv-news-itvx/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-uk-councillors-pick-jex-parkin-as-birmingham-leader-itv-news-itvx/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK households issued '&pound;215 loss' warning by Lloyds Bank - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK households issued '&pound;215 loss' warning by Lloyds Bank&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-issued-pound215-loss-warning-by-lloyds-bank-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-issued-pound215-loss-warning-by-lloyds-bank-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Wake up or hand No 10 to Reform UK' Birmingham MP says - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA['Wake up or hand No 10 to Reform UK' Birmingham MP says&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wake-up-or-hand-no-10-to-reform-uk-birmingham-mp-says-bbc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wake-up-or-hand-no-10-to-reform-uk-birmingham-mp-says-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wake up or hand No 10 to Reform, says MP]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham MP Paulette Hamilton is on of the growing number of MPs calling for Starmer to go.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wake-up-or-hand-no-10-to-reform-says-mp/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wake-up-or-hand-no-10-to-reform-says-mp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prince William opens suicide prevention centre in Birmingham - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prince William opens suicide prevention centre in Birmingham&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/prince-william-opens-suicide-prevention-centre-in-birmingham-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/prince-william-opens-suicide-prevention-centre-in-birmingham-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform UK to make Birmingham announcement after becoming council's largest party - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform UK to make Birmingham announcement after becoming council's largest party&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-uk-to-make-birmingham-announcement-after-becoming-councils-largest-party-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-uk-to-make-birmingham-announcement-after-becoming-councils-largest-party-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portsmouth and Birmingham City charged by FA]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portsmouth and Birmingham City are charged by the Football Association for an incident that occurred in their final Championship match of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/portsmouth-and-birmingham-city-charged-by-fa/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/portsmouth-and-birmingham-city-charged-by-fa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$1.2bn HS2 Rail Contract for Birmingham Depot Project in UK Awarded to TWA Joint Venture - Construction Review]]></title><description><![CDATA[$1.2bn HS2 Rail Contract for Birmingham Depot Project in UK Awarded to TWA Joint Venture&nbsp;&nbsp;Construction Review]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/12bn-hs2-rail-contract-for-birmingham-depot-project-in-uk-awarded-to-twa-joint-venture-construction-review/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/12bn-hs2-rail-contract-for-birmingham-depot-project-in-uk-awarded-to-twa-joint-venture-construction-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major UK airline temporarily halts flight to popular US destination - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major UK airline temporarily halts flight to popular US destination&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-airline-temporarily-halts-flight-to-popular-us-destination-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-airline-temporarily-halts-flight-to-popular-us-destination-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New £225 charge for UK drivers confirmed by Rachel Reeves - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[New &pound;225 charge for UK drivers confirmed by Rachel Reeves&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-225-charge-for-uk-drivers-confirmed-by-rachel-reeves-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-225-charge-for-uk-drivers-confirmed-by-rachel-reeves-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wong to have scan amid concerns before World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bowler Issy Wong will have a scan on a hamstring issue as England seek clarity before making a decision on her fitness for the T20 World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wong-to-have-scan-amid-concerns-before-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wong-to-have-scan-amid-concerns-before-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jet fuel update for UK tourists planning Spain, France, Italy holidays - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jet fuel update for UK tourists planning Spain, France, Italy holidays&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jet-fuel-update-for-uk-tourists-planning-spain-france-italy-holidays-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 15:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jet-fuel-update-for-uk-tourists-planning-spain-france-italy-holidays-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warwickshire wrap up big win over Yorkshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warwickshire bowl out Yorkshire for 171 on the final morning at Edgbaston to complete a 377-run win in the County Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warwickshire-wrap-up-big-win-over-yorkshire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 14:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warwickshire-wrap-up-big-win-over-yorkshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HS2 depot and control centre deal boosts jobs for Birmingham - railuk.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[HS2 depot and control centre deal boosts jobs for Birmingham&nbsp;&nbsp;railuk.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hs2-depot-and-control-centre-deal-boosts-jobs-for-birmingham-railukcom/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 11:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hs2-depot-and-control-centre-deal-boosts-jobs-for-birmingham-railukcom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK households warned scammers offering bogus ways to avoid inheritance tax - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK households warned scammers offering bogus ways to avoid inheritance tax&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-warned-scammers-offering-bogus-ways-to-avoid-inheritance-tax-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 11:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-warned-scammers-offering-bogus-ways-to-avoid-inheritance-tax-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Japanese knotweed could cost UK households £12,000 in damages - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Japanese knotweed could cost UK households &pound;12,000 in damages&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/japanese-knotweed-could-cost-uk-households-12000-in-damages-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 10:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/japanese-knotweed-could-cost-uk-households-12000-in-damages-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK households bracing for 'new' cost of living crisis - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK households bracing for 'new' cost of living crisis&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-bracing-for-new-cost-of-living-crisis-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 08:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-bracing-for-new-cost-of-living-crisis-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wife joins study to boost dementia carer support]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dudley's Sue Meese cares for husband Mick, whose 2024 dementia diagnosis turned things upside down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wife-joins-study-to-boost-dementia-carer-support/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 06:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/wife-joins-study-to-boost-dementia-carer-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['People stare when my seven-year-old son has seizures in public']]></title><description><![CDATA[Rebecca's son Tyler, who has a rare form of epilepsy, rarely goes a day without a seizure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/people-stare-when-my-seven-year-old-son-has-seizures-in-public/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 06:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/people-stare-when-my-seven-year-old-son-has-seizures-in-public/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major retail chain expands into UK - with retailers facing 'collateral damage' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major retail chain expands into UK - with retailers facing 'collateral damage'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-retail-chain-expands-into-uk-with-retailers-facing-collateral-damage-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 22:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-retail-chain-expands-into-uk-with-retailers-facing-collateral-damage-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mortgage costs could rise £3,000 a year for UK households - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mortgage costs could rise &pound;3,000 a year for UK households&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mortgage-costs-could-rise-3000-a-year-for-uk-households-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 21:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mortgage-costs-could-rise-3000-a-year-for-uk-households-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best EV for UK families named - with Volkswagen in second place - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Best EV for UK families named - with Volkswagen in second place&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/best-ev-for-uk-families-named-with-volkswagen-in-second-place-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/best-ev-for-uk-families-named-with-volkswagen-in-second-place-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parties brace for talks over Birmingham's political split]]></title><description><![CDATA[With five parties now holding seats it is unclear how the council is going to be run.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/parties-brace-for-talks-over-birminghams-political-split/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 17:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/parties-brace-for-talks-over-birminghams-political-split/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform 'absolutely ready to run councils']]></title><description><![CDATA[Many West Midlands local authorities are under no overall control, signalling difficult times ahead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-absolutely-ready-to-run-councils/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 15:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-absolutely-ready-to-run-councils/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK households urged to find &pound;7,443 in 'emergency savings' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK households urged to find &pound;7,443 in 'emergency savings'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-urged-to-find-pound7443-in-emergency-savings-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-urged-to-find-pound7443-in-emergency-savings-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two stabbed at day rave at city venue]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Midlands Police say two men are in hospital after a stabbing at Luna Springs in Digbeth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/two-stabbed-at-day-rave-at-city-venue/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 14:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/two-stabbed-at-day-rave-at-city-venue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK music festival shut down after double stabbing in Birmingham - Daily Record]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK music festival shut down after double stabbing in Birmingham&nbsp;&nbsp;Daily Record]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-music-festival-shut-down-after-double-stabbing-in-birmingham-daily-record/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-music-festival-shut-down-after-double-stabbing-in-birmingham-daily-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC issues urgent 'alert' and sends strict instructions to UK households - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC issues urgent 'alert' and sends strict instructions to UK households&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-issues-urgent-alert-and-sends-strict-instructions-to-uk-households-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 09:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-issues-urgent-alert-and-sends-strict-instructions-to-uk-households-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Plastic bedsheet could save mums' lives']]></title><description><![CDATA[New mum Daisy backs NHS use of a simple sheet to measure blood loss after birth and prevent deaths.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/plastic-bedsheet-could-save-mums-lives/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 08:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/plastic-bedsheet-could-save-mums-lives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: High flying views and cute lambs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these delightful photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-high-flying-views-and-cute-lambs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-high-flying-views-and-cute-lambs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forest beat Mavericks to boost play-off hopes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nottingham Forest take a big step toward securing their place in the Netball Super League play-offs with a crucial 57-49 win over chasing London Mavericks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/forest-beat-mavericks-to-boost-play-off-hopes/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/forest-beat-mavericks-to-boost-play-off-hopes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santander confirms closure of 12 banks across UK - full list - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santander confirms closure of 12 banks across UK - full list&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/santander-confirms-closure-of-12-banks-across-uk-full-list-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 21:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/santander-confirms-closure-of-12-banks-across-uk-full-list-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[£40,000 being knocked off mortgages for thousands of UK households - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[&pound;40,000 being knocked off mortgages for thousands of UK households&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/40000-being-knocked-off-mortgages-for-thousands-of-uk-households-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 20:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/40000-being-knocked-off-mortgages-for-thousands-of-uk-households-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bears in strong position after bowling out Yorkshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harry Brook is out for 40 as Yorkshire are bowled out for 152 by Warwickshire, who are 267-3 at the close, a lead of 262.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bears-in-strong-position-after-bowling-out-yorkshire/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 20:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bears-in-strong-position-after-bowling-out-yorkshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hope for change after councils change hands]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the town centres some shoppers said concerns about immigration was a key issue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hope-for-change-after-councils-change-hands/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 19:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hope-for-change-after-councils-change-hands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is Birmingham's political future?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The council has gone to no overall control, leaving a complex route forward for how it is run.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-is-birminghams-political-future/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-is-birminghams-political-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Explosives team called as 'suspicious items' found]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police say they uncovered "suspicious items" at an address in the Hollymoor Way in Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/explosives-team-called-as-suspicious-items-found/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 17:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/explosives-team-called-as-suspicious-items-found/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham Conservatives leader Robert Alden speaking at the count - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham Conservatives leader Robert Alden speaking at the count&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-conservatives-leader-robert-alden-speaking-at-the-count-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 11:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-conservatives-leader-robert-alden-speaking-at-the-count-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warning over Claude AI chatbot scam costing UK households £150 - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warning over Claude AI chatbot scam costing UK households &pound;150&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warning-over-claude-ai-chatbot-scam-costing-uk-households-150-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warning-over-claude-ai-chatbot-scam-costing-uk-households-150-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Prom dress donations show community spirit']]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 100 dresses and suits are donated to a free pop-up boutique for Year 11 pupils.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/prom-dress-donations-show-community-spirit/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 08:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/prom-dress-donations-show-community-spirit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Late photographer's street images go on display]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sharon Hepburn's photos of Walsall were found in a loft after her death, organisers say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/late-photographers-street-images-go-on-display/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 08:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/late-photographers-street-images-go-on-display/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Labour loses control of Birmingham City Council]]></title><description><![CDATA[No party has overall control of Birmingham, with Reform UK having the largest number of seats.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/labour-loses-control-of-birmingham-city-council/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 00:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/labour-loses-control-of-birmingham-city-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform takes control of Walsall and Sandwell councils]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform takes control of the two Black Country authorities as Labour and the Tories lose seats.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-takes-control-of-walsall-and-sandwell-councils/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-takes-control-of-walsall-and-sandwell-councils/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform UK leader spells out plans after historic Sandwell Council win - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform UK leader spells out plans after historic Sandwell Council win&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-uk-leader-spells-out-plans-after-historic-sandwell-council-win-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 22:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-uk-leader-spells-out-plans-after-historic-sandwell-council-win-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every Sandwell councillor elected as Reform UK wins majority - full list - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every Sandwell councillor elected as Reform UK wins majority - full list&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/every-sandwell-councillor-elected-as-reform-uk-wins-majority-full-list-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 20:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/every-sandwell-councillor-elected-as-reform-uk-wins-majority-full-list-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[JD Sports confirms 24 UK store closures amid global tensions warning - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[JD Sports confirms 24 UK store closures amid global tensions warning&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jd-sports-confirms-24-uk-store-closures-amid-global-tensions-warning-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 12:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jd-sports-confirms-24-uk-store-closures-amid-global-tensions-warning-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jubilant Prince William cheers Villa victory]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Prince of Wales is pictured pumping his fists in the air Aston Villa beat Nottingham Forest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jubilant-prince-william-cheers-villa-victory/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 12:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jubilant-prince-william-cheers-villa-victory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New images reveal future of Birmingham City stadium]]></title><description><![CDATA[New images show the ambitions for the new Birmingham City stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-images-reveal-future-of-birmingham-city-stadium/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 11:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-images-reveal-future-of-birmingham-city-stadium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform makes big gains in Dudley as Labour lose seats]]></title><description><![CDATA[Labour lost all but one seat and the result leaves the council still in no overall control.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-makes-big-gains-in-dudley-as-labour-lose-seats/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 10:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-makes-big-gains-in-dudley-as-labour-lose-seats/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail services resume after derailment]]></title><description><![CDATA[The line between Wolverhampton and Shrewsbury had been closed for more than two days for repairs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rail-services-resume-after-derailment/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 10:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rail-services-resume-after-derailment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform UK make huge gains in Dudley Council election rampage - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform UK make huge gains in Dudley Council election rampage&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-uk-make-huge-gains-in-dudley-council-election-rampage-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 10:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-uk-make-huge-gains-in-dudley-council-election-rampage-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Was Charlie Chaplin born in a Midlands Gypsy camp?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A documentary directed by Chaplin's granddaughter explores the silent movie star's Romany roots.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/was-charlie-chaplin-born-in-a-midlands-gypsy-camp/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 09:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/was-charlie-chaplin-born-in-a-midlands-gypsy-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform UK demolishes Labour in Wolverhampton - full list - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform UK demolishes Labour in Wolverhampton - full list&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-uk-demolishes-labour-in-wolverhampton-full-list-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-uk-demolishes-labour-in-wolverhampton-full-list-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: Which local star will take part in Celebrity Traitors this year?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With other stories ranging from superhero runs to Attenborough tributes, can you score 100%?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-which-local-star-will-take-part-in-celebrity-traitors-this-year/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-which-local-star-will-take-part-in-celebrity-traitors-this-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More than 200 sign petition against new school]]></title><description><![CDATA[The &pound;50m development scheme in Walsall would see the destruction of 13.7 acres of woodland.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/more-than-200-sign-petition-against-new-school/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/more-than-200-sign-petition-against-new-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK households painting garden fences risk £2,500 fine over neighbour law - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK households painting garden fences risk &pound;2,500 fine over neighbour law&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-painting-garden-fences-risk-2500-fine-over-neighbour-law-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 06:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-painting-garden-fences-risk-2500-fine-over-neighbour-law-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vibrant and victorious - Villa ready to end 30-year trophy drought]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Unai Emery arrived at Aston Villa he declared he wanted to win trophies. He is now just a game away from silverware after a crushing Europa League semi-final win against Nottingham Forest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/vibrant-and-victorious-villa-ready-to-end-30-year-trophy-drought/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 01:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/vibrant-and-victorious-villa-ready-to-end-30-year-trophy-drought/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Polls close in West Midlands local elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ballots will now be counted with results expected to be announced on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/polls-close-in-west-midlands-local-elections/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/polls-close-in-west-midlands-local-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Usual services expected on Friday after derailment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Services between Wolverhampton and Shrewsbury have been affected since Tuesday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/usual-services-expected-on-friday-after-derailment/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/usual-services-expected-on-friday-after-derailment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bears recall Hannon-Dalby early from Pears loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Olly Hannon-Dalby is recalled by Warwickshire early from his loan spell with Worcestershire and is named in the Bears squad to face Yorkshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bears-recall-hannon-dalby-early-from-pears-loan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bears-recall-hannon-dalby-early-from-pears-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Villa Park will be rocking tonight' at semi-final]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa's Europa League semi-final second leg against Nottingham Forest is a high stakes game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-park-will-be-rocking-tonight-at-semi-final/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-park-will-be-rocking-tonight-at-semi-final/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police seize fake cigarettes at suspected brothel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three people remain in custody after the police search in Smethwick.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/police-seize-fake-cigarettes-at-suspected-brothel/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/police-seize-fake-cigarettes-at-suspected-brothel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lintott to leave Warwickshire at end of season]]></title><description><![CDATA[White-ball wrist-spinner Jake Lintott will leave Warwickshire at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lintott-to-leave-warwickshire-at-end-of-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lintott-to-leave-warwickshire-at-end-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['0121 fever is going viral']]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham wrestler DeReiss Gordon made some unlikely friends on the way to Las Vegas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/0121-fever-is-going-viral/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/0121-fever-is-going-viral/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa's Staniforth 'at ease' with decision to retire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa midfielder and former England international Lucy Staniforth did not hesitate when she made the decision to retire from football at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villas-staniforth-at-ease-with-decision-to-retire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 11:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villas-staniforth-at-ease-with-decision-to-retire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New maternity leave rule on table for 500,000 women in UK - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[New maternity leave rule on table for 500,000 women in UK&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-maternity-leave-rule-on-table-for-500000-women-in-uk-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 10:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-maternity-leave-rule-on-table-for-500000-women-in-uk-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brummies divided on Birmingham Underground proposal - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brummies divided on Birmingham Underground proposal&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/brummies-divided-on-birmingham-underground-proposal-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/brummies-divided-on-birmingham-underground-proposal-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa's nearly men entering their defining moment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa face their defining moment under Unai Emery in Thursday's Europa League semi-final second leg against Nottingham Forest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villas-nearly-men-entering-their-defining-moment/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 07:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villas-nearly-men-entering-their-defining-moment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['How loan shark threats keep victims like me silent']]></title><description><![CDATA[England's Birmingham-based team gives the BBC exclusive access to its operations to bring loan sharks to justice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-loan-shark-threats-keep-victims-like-me-silent/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-loan-shark-threats-keep-victims-like-me-silent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New endoscopy treatment introduced at hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[Project co-lead Rachel Hilmo says the capsule takes thousands of photos as it travels through the intestines.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-endoscopy-treatment-introduced-at-hospital/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 07:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-endoscopy-treatment-introduced-at-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zoo hopes to inspire on Attenborough's 100th]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dudley Zoo says the acclaimed broadcaster has "opened our eyes to the wonders of the natural world".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/zoo-hopes-to-inspire-on-attenboroughs-100th/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 07:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/zoo-hopes-to-inspire-on-attenboroughs-100th/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How cameras are being used to tackle abuse in nurseries]]></title><description><![CDATA[With reports of abuse and deaths fuelling concern among parents, questions are growing over whether CCTV can offer real protection for children - or not.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-cameras-are-being-used-to-tackle-abuse-in-nurseries/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-cameras-are-being-used-to-tackle-abuse-in-nurseries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defender Flint among 12 released by Walsall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walsall release centre-back Aiden Flint along with 11 others following the end of the season but are talking to forward Albert Adomah over a new deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/defender-flint-among-12-released-by-walsall/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/defender-flint-among-12-released-by-walsall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Derailed freight train causes commuter disruption]]></title><description><![CDATA[The train's derailment in Oxley, Wolverhampton forces the cancellation of multiple rail services.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/derailed-freight-train-causes-commuter-disruption/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/derailed-freight-train-causes-commuter-disruption/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham City to host Barcelona in pre-season friendly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City are set to host European giants Barcelona this summer as part of the Spanish club's pre-season schedule.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-city-to-host-barcelona-in-pre-season-friendly/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-city-to-host-barcelona-in-pre-season-friendly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strictly line-up includes Birmingham-born choreographer Lauren Oakley]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five members of the show's professional line-up, including the long-serving Karen Hauer, are leaving.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/strictly-line-up-includes-birmingham-born-choreographer-lauren-oakley/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 13:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/strictly-line-up-includes-birmingham-born-choreographer-lauren-oakley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Kay show rescheduled after arena evacuation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ticket holders can attend the rescheduled show on 25 July or will be entitled to a refund.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/peter-kay-show-rescheduled-after-arena-evacuation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 13:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/peter-kay-show-rescheduled-after-arena-evacuation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK households with garden fences warned 'it's illegal' amid &pound;5,000 fines - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK households with garden fences warned 'it's illegal' amid &pound;5,000 fines&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-with-garden-fences-warned-its-illegal-amid-pound5000-fines-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-with-garden-fences-warned-its-illegal-amid-pound5000-fines-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man runs marathons as Spider-Man in memory of son]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daniel Rusby, from Uckfield, has completed races around the country dressed as the superhero.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-runs-marathons-as-spider-man-in-memory-of-son/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 07:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-runs-marathons-as-spider-man-in-memory-of-son/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I don't want my multiple sclerosis to win']]></title><description><![CDATA[Heather Daly has been living with MS since 2014 and wants to help others with the condition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-dont-want-my-multiple-sclerosis-to-win/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 07:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/i-dont-want-my-multiple-sclerosis-to-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Thursday could be Sandwell's biggest election in decades]]></title><description><![CDATA[Labour has run Sandwell Council since 1979 but there are signs the party's grip is under threat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-thursday-could-be-sandwells-biggest-election-in-decades/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 07:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-thursday-could-be-sandwells-biggest-election-in-decades/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New home sought for dog attacked in lift]]></title><description><![CDATA[Footage of the dog being attacked in a public lift in November was captured on CCTV.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-home-sought-for-dog-attacked-in-lift/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-home-sought-for-dog-attacked-in-lift/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham second 'worst' airport for delays]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester has the longest airport delays in the UK while Liverpool John Lennon has the shortest.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-second-worst-airport-for-delays/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 10:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-second-worst-airport-for-delays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham is officially the worst UK city for ‘dodgy shops’ covering organised crime - The Tab]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham is officially the worst UK city for &lsquo;dodgy shops&rsquo; covering organised crime&nbsp;&nbsp;The Tab]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-is-officially-the-worst-uk-city-for-dodgy-shops-covering-organised-crime-the-tab/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-is-officially-the-worst-uk-city-for-dodgy-shops-covering-organised-crime-the-tab/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver who hit 110mph among 250,000 caught speeding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prosecutions in the West Midlands rose by 111,000 in 2025, as police step up enforcement operations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/driver-who-hit-110mph-among-250000-caught-speeding/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/driver-who-hit-110mph-among-250000-caught-speeding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What one thing would voters change about Birmingham?]]></title><description><![CDATA[We asked six voters what was the hottest topic on their minds - and here is what they had to say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-one-thing-would-voters-change-about-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 07:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-one-thing-would-voters-change-about-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunder beat Panthers to close in on play-off berth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester Thunder move a step closer to a play-off spot in the Netball Super League with a confident 69-45 win over Birmingham Panthers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/thunder-beat-panthers-to-close-in-on-play-off-berth/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 21:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/thunder-beat-panthers-to-close-in-on-play-off-berth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver dies in three-car crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[The driver of a white Kia, a man aged in his 40s, was confirmed dead at the scene, in Walsall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/driver-dies-in-three-car-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/driver-dies-in-three-car-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Kay bomb hoax accused removed from court]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham's Utilita Arena was evacuated on Friday night with the comedian ushered off stage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/peter-kay-bomb-hoax-accused-removed-from-court/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 13:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/peter-kay-bomb-hoax-accused-removed-from-court/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who fell number of floors in rooftop bar dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police who were called to an incident at the bar in Colmore Row say the man in his 40s has died.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-who-fell-number-of-floors-in-rooftop-bar-dies/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-who-fell-number-of-floors-in-rooftop-bar-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[197 restaurants shutting as two major UK chains disappear - full list - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[197 restaurants shutting as two major UK chains disappear - full list&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/197-restaurants-shutting-as-two-major-uk-chains-disappear-full-list-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/197-restaurants-shutting-as-two-major-uk-chains-disappear-full-list-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Names can be a barrier': Black lawyers tackle inclusion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham Black Lawyers, a network which promotes diversity and inclusion and is now 15 years old.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/names-can-be-a-barrier-black-lawyers-tackle-inclusion/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 08:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/names-can-be-a-barrier-black-lawyers-tackle-inclusion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nine-day strike which brought Britain to a standstill]]></title><description><![CDATA[Archives shed light on the General Strike in 1926 when many workers walked out in solidarity with miners who were fighting wage cuts and longer hours.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nine-day-strike-which-brought-britain-to-a-standstill/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nine-day-strike-which-brought-britain-to-a-standstill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's best electric car named - with BMW in second place - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's best electric car named - with BMW in second place&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uks-best-electric-car-named-with-bmw-in-second-place-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uks-best-electric-car-named-with-bmw-in-second-place-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC issues warning after law change hands UK households £1,500 - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC issues warning after law change hands UK households &pound;1,500&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-issues-warning-after-law-change-hands-uk-households-1500-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 22:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-issues-warning-after-law-change-hands-uk-households-1500-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen arrested after disorder at football match]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reports on social media claimed flares were thrown and fans clashed after the game in the Midlands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/teen-arrested-after-disorder-at-football-match/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/teen-arrested-after-disorder-at-football-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boy, 6, raises thousands for children's hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[Six year-old Joey dresses up as superheroes for the race in Birmingham each year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/boy-6-raises-thousands-for-childrens-hospital/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 15:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/boy-6-raises-thousands-for-childrens-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warning for all UK households with fake designer sunglasses - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warning for all UK households with fake designer sunglasses&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warning-for-all-uk-households-with-fake-designer-sunglasses-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warning-for-all-uk-households-with-fake-designer-sunglasses-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lidl issues 'most ambitious' announcement in history for all UK shoppers - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lidl issues 'most ambitious' announcement in history for all UK shoppers&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lidl-issues-most-ambitious-announcement-in-history-for-all-uk-shoppers-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lidl-issues-most-ambitious-announcement-in-history-for-all-uk-shoppers-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Investigation of woman's unexplained canal death]]></title><description><![CDATA[The woman died after she was rescued from the canal in Walsall on Sunday, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/investigation-of-womans-unexplained-canal-death/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 14:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/investigation-of-womans-unexplained-canal-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thousands gather to take part in Great Brum Run]]></title><description><![CDATA[The run began in Centenary Square at 08:30 GMT and took in a host of city landmarks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/thousands-gather-to-take-part-in-great-brum-run/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/thousands-gather-to-take-part-in-great-brum-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seven UK tourist hotspots banning campervans and motorhomes - full list - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seven UK tourist hotspots banning campervans and motorhomes - full list&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/seven-uk-tourist-hotspots-banning-campervans-and-motorhomes-full-list-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 13:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/seven-uk-tourist-hotspots-banning-campervans-and-motorhomes-full-list-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Rarest' UK mammal rescued from - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA['Rarest' UK mammal rescued from&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rarest-uk-mammal-rescued-from-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rarest-uk-mammal-rescued-from-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunderstorms expected to hit 22 UK counties today - full list - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thunderstorms expected to hit 22 UK counties today - full list&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/thunderstorms-expected-to-hit-22-uk-counties-today-full-list-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 10:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/thunderstorms-expected-to-hit-22-uk-counties-today-full-list-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cyclist dies following hit-and-run]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Midlands Police says they have seized a vehicle suspected of being involved in the crash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cyclist-dies-following-hit-and-run/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 10:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cyclist-dies-following-hit-and-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New &pound;13 M&amp;S rule now in force across UK stores - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[New &pound;13 M&amp;S rule now in force across UK stores&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-pound13-mamps-rule-now-in-force-across-uk-stores-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 09:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-pound13-mamps-rule-now-in-force-across-uk-stores-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portrait artist gets posthumous exhibition - in the pub]]></title><description><![CDATA[The show is a celebration of the life of late portrait artist Simon Gee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/portrait-artist-gets-posthumous-exhibition-in-the-pub/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 08:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/portrait-artist-gets-posthumous-exhibition-in-the-pub/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Bluebells, birds - and a Dalek]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these delightful photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-bluebells-birds-and-a-dalek/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 08:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-bluebells-birds-and-a-dalek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warning for UK households with 11 Kindle models - full list - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warning for UK households with 11 Kindle models - full list&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warning-for-uk-households-with-11-kindle-models-full-list-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warning-for-uk-households-with-11-kindle-models-full-list-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC warns UK households with kids £1,406 payments to stop automatically - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC warns UK households with kids &pound;1,406 payments to stop automatically&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-warns-uk-households-with-kids-1406-payments-to-stop-automatically-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-warns-uk-households-with-kids-1406-payments-to-stop-automatically-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Motorhomes and campervans face restrictions in six UK staycation hotspots - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Motorhomes and campervans face restrictions in six UK staycation hotspots&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/motorhomes-and-campervans-face-restrictions-in-six-uk-staycation-hotspots-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 00:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/motorhomes-and-campervans-face-restrictions-in-six-uk-staycation-hotspots-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Blaze, Lancs, Essex and Warwicks win in One-Day Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Blaze go top of the One-Day Cup table while there are also wins for Lancashire, Essex ad Warwickshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-blaze-lancs-essex-and-warwicks-win-in-one-day-cup/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-blaze-lancs-essex-and-warwicks-win-in-one-day-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham, Palace promoted to WSL as Charlton fall to play-off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City and Crystal Palace are promoted to the WSL after a dramatic final day in the second tier sees Charlton slip into the play-off spot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-palace-promoted-to-wsl-as-charlton-fall-to-play-off/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-palace-promoted-to-wsl-as-charlton-fall-to-play-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC set to punish 49,000 UK households over their estates - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC set to punish 49,000 UK households over their estates&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-set-to-punish-49000-uk-households-over-their-estates-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 16:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-set-to-punish-49000-uk-households-over-their-estates-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major driving licence change with 30,000 drivers on UK roads impacted - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major driving licence change with 30,000 drivers on UK roads impacted&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-driving-licence-change-with-30000-drivers-on-uk-roads-impacted-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 15:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-driving-licence-change-with-30000-drivers-on-uk-roads-impacted-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Car 'driven at group of fighting men' in UK seaside town - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Car 'driven at group of fighting men' in UK seaside town&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/car-driven-at-group-of-fighting-men-in-uk-seaside-town-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/car-driven-at-group-of-fighting-men-in-uk-seaside-town-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portsmouth vs. Birmingham (2 May, 2026) Live Score - ESPN]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portsmouth vs. Birmingham (2 May, 2026) Live Score&nbsp;&nbsp;ESPN]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/portsmouth-vs-birmingham-2-may-2026-live-score-espn/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 13:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/portsmouth-vs-birmingham-2-may-2026-live-score-espn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK households with foreign homes face mansion tax ‘double whammy’ - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK households with foreign homes face mansion tax &lsquo;double whammy&rsquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-with-foreign-homes-face-mansion-tax-double-whammy-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 12:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-with-foreign-homes-face-mansion-tax-double-whammy-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bomb hoax arrest after Peter Kay show evacuated]]></title><description><![CDATA[A teenage man remains in custody and police say no items of a suspicious nature were found.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bomb-hoax-arrest-after-peter-kay-show-evacuated/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 10:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bomb-hoax-arrest-after-peter-kay-show-evacuated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Met Office issues UK May bank holiday weekend weather verdict - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Met Office issues UK May bank holiday weekend weather verdict&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/met-office-issues-uk-may-bank-holiday-weekend-weather-verdict-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 09:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/met-office-issues-uk-may-bank-holiday-weekend-weather-verdict-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Theatre couple 'emotional' at teaching stars of the future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andy Reiss and Katie Leeming, from Stone, say it is "thrilling" teaching all over the country.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/theatre-couple-emotional-at-teaching-stars-of-the-future/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 08:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/theatre-couple-emotional-at-teaching-stars-of-the-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The battle to take political control of Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[The number of candidates and challengers from non-traditional parties make results hard to predict.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-battle-to-take-political-control-of-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 08:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-battle-to-take-political-control-of-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: Which rare feat did this cricketer achieve in a game?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With other stories ranging from marathons to stuffed toys, can you score 100% in the news quiz?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-which-rare-feat-did-this-cricketer-achieve-in-a-game/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 08:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-which-rare-feat-did-this-cricketer-achieve-in-a-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham, UK, Faces Security Alert as Peter Kay’s Show is Evacuated After Suspicious Bag Found—What Tourists Need to Know About Event Safety - Travel And Tour World]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham, UK, Faces Security Alert as Peter Kay&rsquo;s Show is Evacuated After Suspicious Bag Found&mdash;What Tourists Need to Know About Event Safety&nbsp;&nbsp;Travel And Tour World]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-uk-faces-security-alert-as-peter-kays-show-is-evacuated-after-suspicious-bag-foundwhat-tourists-need-to-know-about-event-safety-travel-and-tour-world/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 07:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-uk-faces-security-alert-as-peter-kays-show-is-evacuated-after-suspicious-bag-foundwhat-tourists-need-to-know-about-event-safety-travel-and-tour-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peter Kay Birmingham gig evacuated over 'potential suspicious bag' - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Peter Kay Birmingham gig evacuated over 'potential suspicious bag'&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/peter-kay-birmingham-gig-evacuated-over-potential-suspicious-bag-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/peter-kay-birmingham-gig-evacuated-over-potential-suspicious-bag-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham cable thieves caught red-handed - Sky News]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham cable thieves caught red-handed&nbsp;&nbsp;Sky News]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-cable-thieves-caught-red-handed-sky-news/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-cable-thieves-caught-red-handed-sky-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vandalised mural of England footballer restored]]></title><description><![CDATA[The artwork depicting Jeff Hall, who died from polio, was fixed by a friend of the artist.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/vandalised-mural-of-england-footballer-restored/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/vandalised-mural-of-england-footballer-restored/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zayn Malik cuts UK dates after hospital bed photo shared]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former One Direction singer has taken to Instagram to update fans as he cuts his world tour dates]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/zayn-malik-cuts-uk-dates-after-hospital-bed-photo-shared/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/zayn-malik-cuts-uk-dates-after-hospital-bed-photo-shared/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I'm the best man for the job' - WBA boss Morrison]]></title><description><![CDATA[James Morrison says he is "the best person for the job" after being put in permanent charge of West Bromwich Albion.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/im-the-best-man-for-the-job-wba-boss-morrison/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/im-the-best-man-for-the-job-wba-boss-morrison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cable thieves jailed after phone outages]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three men responsible for leaving 5,000 people in Birmingham without phone connection are sentenced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cable-thieves-jailed-after-phone-outages/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cable-thieves-jailed-after-phone-outages/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 'UK&rsquo;s longest' Mega Mountain Slide is back near Birmingham for Bank Holiday weekend - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 'UK&rsquo;s longest' Mega Mountain Slide is back near Birmingham for Bank Holiday weekend&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-ukrsquos-longest-mega-mountain-slide-is-back-near-birmingham-for-bank-holiday-weekend-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-ukrsquos-longest-mega-mountain-slide-is-back-near-birmingham-for-bank-holiday-weekend-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury fail to reach verdict in murder trial]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stewart McInnes, 43, is accused of stabbing Barry Davison to death, and will face a retrial.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jury-fail-to-reach-verdict-in-murder-trial/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jury-fail-to-reach-verdict-in-murder-trial/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK households told not to cut grass for entirety of May - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK households told not to cut grass for entirety of May&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-told-not-to-cut-grass-for-entirety-of-may-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-told-not-to-cut-grass-for-entirety-of-may-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brothers and cousin jailed over fatal stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The four men are sentenced following the death of Mohammed Khan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/brothers-and-cousin-jailed-over-fatal-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/brothers-and-cousin-jailed-over-fatal-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major UK restaurant chain with Birmingham location collapses into administration - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major UK restaurant chain with Birmingham location collapses into administration&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-restaurant-chain-with-birmingham-location-collapses-into-administration-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-restaurant-chain-with-birmingham-location-collapses-into-administration-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NHS cancer awareness bus to offer free health checks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Visitors can learn how to recognise potential cancer symptoms and undergo free health checks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nhs-cancer-awareness-bus-to-offer-free-health-checks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nhs-cancer-awareness-bus-to-offer-free-health-checks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bin strike deal 'gets done when it gets done']]></title><description><![CDATA[MP Jess Phillips on the 14-month bin dispute in Birmingham ahead of next week's local elections.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bin-strike-deal-gets-done-when-it-gets-done/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bin-strike-deal-gets-done-when-it-gets-done/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ryanair demands Spain, Portugal, Italy scrap new rules for UK tourists - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ryanair demands Spain, Portugal, Italy scrap new rules for UK tourists&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ryanair-demands-spain-portugal-italy-scrap-new-rules-for-uk-tourists-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ryanair-demands-spain-portugal-italy-scrap-new-rules-for-uk-tourists-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK tourists face 'nightmare' upon arrival to EU airports from Friday - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK tourists face 'nightmare' upon arrival to EU airports from Friday&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-tourists-face-nightmare-upon-arrival-to-eu-airports-from-friday-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-tourists-face-nightmare-upon-arrival-to-eu-airports-from-friday-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Where are you? Wow. It is so, so bad' - Emery's impassioned VAR rant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa boss Unai Emery says VAR made a "huge mistake" in not sending off Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson in their Europa League semi-final first leg.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/where-are-you-wow-it-is-so-so-bad-emerys-impassioned-var-rant/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 10:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/where-are-you-wow-it-is-so-so-bad-emerys-impassioned-var-rant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK 'hotter than Hawaii' - but it's a different story for Birmingham - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK 'hotter than Hawaii' - but it's a different story for Birmingham&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-hotter-than-hawaii-but-its-a-different-story-for-birmingham-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 10:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-hotter-than-hawaii-but-its-a-different-story-for-birmingham-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gold bars, cash and drugs seized in police raids]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three people are in custody after raids in Birmingham saw &pound;150,000 of gold and &pound;175,000 cash seized.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gold-bars-cash-and-drugs-seized-in-police-raids/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 09:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gold-bars-cash-and-drugs-seized-in-police-raids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC letters demanding £700 coming for 29 million UK households - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC letters demanding &pound;700 coming for 29 million UK households&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-letters-demanding-700-coming-for-29-million-uk-households-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-letters-demanding-700-coming-for-29-million-uk-households-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Great Birmingham run 2026 - all you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[There will be extensive road closures in place from early on Sunday, so people should plan ahead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/great-birmingham-run-2026-all-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/great-birmingham-run-2026-all-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bringing 1983 back to life through photography]]></title><description><![CDATA[Photographer and film-maker Alan Van Wijgerden digs into his extensive archive for a new exhibition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bringing-1983-back-to-life-through-photography/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bringing-1983-back-to-life-through-photography/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jewish community feels 'abandoned' by government]]></title><description><![CDATA[A community leader says the West Midlands Jewish community is scared following attacks in London.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jewish-community-feels-abandoned-by-government/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jewish-community-feels-abandoned-by-government/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK's terror threat level raised as attack 'highly likely' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK's terror threat level raised as attack 'highly likely'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uks-terror-threat-level-raised-as-attack-highly-likely-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uks-terror-threat-level-raised-as-attack-highly-likely-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three jailed over drug gang shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three shots were exchanged over an car with two people inside, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/three-jailed-over-drug-gang-shooting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/three-jailed-over-drug-gang-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are Baggies fans happy with Morrison appointment?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Albion fans are asked to have their say after James Morrison was appointed head coach on a permanent basis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/are-baggies-fans-happy-with-morrison-appointment/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/are-baggies-fans-happy-with-morrison-appointment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morrison named West Brom boss on permanent basis]]></title><description><![CDATA[After keeping West Bromwich Albion in the Championship this season, James Morrison is given the head coach job on a permanent basis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/morrison-named-west-brom-boss-on-permanent-basis/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/morrison-named-west-brom-boss-on-permanent-basis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foreign Office issues warning for UK tourists who face 'increased risk' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Foreign Office issues warning for UK tourists who face 'increased risk'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foreign-office-issues-warning-for-uk-tourists-who-face-increased-risk-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foreign-office-issues-warning-for-uk-tourists-who-face-increased-risk-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Villa fans in Dublin jaunt for England-based match]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aston Villa fan Paddy Hennessy says "it's not a European away day unless you're on a flight".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-fans-in-dublin-jaunt-for-england-based-match/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/villa-fans-in-dublin-jaunt-for-england-based-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Final member of Rightmove burglary gang jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Endrit Nikolli is jailed for 10 years after being in a gang which carried out at least 59 burglaries.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/final-member-of-rightmove-burglary-gang-jailed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/final-member-of-rightmove-burglary-gang-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[William Hill confirms closure of 270 shops across the UK - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[William Hill confirms closure of 270 shops across the UK&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/william-hill-confirms-closure-of-270-shops-across-the-uk-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/william-hill-confirms-closure-of-270-shops-across-the-uk-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Footballer's family upset at mural vandalism]]></title><description><![CDATA[A moustache has been drawn on to the artwork of Jeff Hall in Digbeth in the last few days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/footballers-family-upset-at-mural-vandalism/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/footballers-family-upset-at-mural-vandalism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gunman jailed for 14 years after street shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Edwards is sentenced for wounding his victim whom he shot in the stomach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gunman-jailed-for-14-years-after-street-shooting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/gunman-jailed-for-14-years-after-street-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham worst in UK for organised crime 'dodgy shops' - in these locations - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham worst in UK for organised crime 'dodgy shops' - in these locations&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-worst-in-uk-for-organised-crime-dodgy-shops-in-these-locations-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-worst-in-uk-for-organised-crime-dodgy-shops-in-these-locations-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Villa winger Young to retire aged 40]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ashley Young will end his playing career at Ipswich after saying it will be "23 years and out" at the end of this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/former-villa-winger-young-to-retire-aged-40/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/former-villa-winger-young-to-retire-aged-40/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Market in Minutes: Birmingham occupational office data Q1 2026 - Savills]]></title><description><![CDATA[Market in Minutes: Birmingham occupational office data Q1 2026&nbsp;&nbsp;Savills]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/market-in-minutes-birmingham-occupational-office-data-q1-2026-savills/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/market-in-minutes-birmingham-occupational-office-data-q1-2026-savills/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woakes supports state schools cricket competition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England cricketer Chris Woakes says it is "great to see kids enjoying the sport".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/woakes-supports-state-schools-cricket-competition/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/woakes-supports-state-schools-cricket-competition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A rare whole council vote - the battle for Solihull]]></title><description><![CDATA[With every seat on the council up for grabs, which parties will make gains on 7 May?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/a-rare-whole-council-vote-the-battle-for-solihull/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/a-rare-whole-council-vote-the-battle-for-solihull/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parents fear for daughter after NHS care halved]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maham, 13, has a complex illness and needs round-the-clock support at her home in Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/parents-fear-for-daughter-after-nhs-care-halved/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/parents-fear-for-daughter-after-nhs-care-halved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC letters 'containing' &pound;2,200 cash boost arriving on UK doorsteps - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC letters 'containing' &pound;2,200 cash boost arriving on UK doorsteps&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-letters-containing-pound2200-cash-boost-arriving-on-uk-doorsteps-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-letters-containing-pound2200-cash-boost-arriving-on-uk-doorsteps-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK households issued HMRC benefit alert with date of deadline announced - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK households issued HMRC benefit alert with date of deadline announced&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-issued-hmrc-benefit-alert-with-date-of-deadline-announced-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-issued-hmrc-benefit-alert-with-date-of-deadline-announced-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New £183 charge alert for millions of UK households in 2026 - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[New &pound;183 charge alert for millions of UK households in 2026&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-183-charge-alert-for-millions-of-uk-households-in-2026-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-183-charge-alert-for-millions-of-uk-households-in-2026-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foreign Office warns UK tourists face two-week 11pm curfew - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Foreign Office warns UK tourists face two-week 11pm curfew&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foreign-office-warns-uk-tourists-face-two-week-11pm-curfew-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foreign-office-warns-uk-tourists-face-two-week-11pm-curfew-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foreign Office issues new advice for UK tourists flying to Portugal - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Foreign Office issues new advice for UK tourists flying to Portugal&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foreign-office-issues-new-advice-for-uk-tourists-flying-to-portugal-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foreign-office-issues-new-advice-for-uk-tourists-flying-to-portugal-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man calls for pet sitter rules after dogs abused]]></title><description><![CDATA[Duncan Horlor's dogs were subject to "heartbreaking abuse" while in the care of a pet sitter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-calls-for-pet-sitter-rules-after-dogs-abused/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-calls-for-pet-sitter-rules-after-dogs-abused/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man jailed for driving stolen bulldozer across city]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police commandeered a Royal Mail lorry in a bid to block the road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-jailed-for-driving-stolen-bulldozer-across-city/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-jailed-for-driving-stolen-bulldozer-across-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigel Farage claims Reform UK 'forced' bin strike news - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigel Farage claims Reform UK 'forced' bin strike news&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nigel-farage-claims-reform-uk-forced-bin-strike-news-bbc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nigel-farage-claims-reform-uk-forced-bin-strike-news-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigel Farage claims Reform UK 'forced' bin strike news]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Reform UK leader appears on BBC local radio ahead of the elections on 7 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nigel-farage-claims-reform-uk-forced-bin-strike-news/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nigel-farage-claims-reform-uk-forced-bin-strike-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City bridge to shut for major HS2 rebuild]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saltley Viaduct in Birmingham will shut to vehicles and pedestrians from 10 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/city-bridge-to-shut-for-major-hs2-rebuild/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/city-bridge-to-shut-for-major-hs2-rebuild/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[£183 charge for UK households with 25,000 being hit every day - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[&pound;183 charge for UK households with 25,000 being hit every day&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/183-charge-for-uk-households-with-25000-being-hit-every-day-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/183-charge-for-uk-households-with-25000-being-hit-every-day-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major UK cake factory closes down after 400 years of business - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major UK cake factory closes down after 400 years of business&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-cake-factory-closes-down-after-400-years-of-business-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-cake-factory-closes-down-after-400-years-of-business-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Withers &amp; Rogers bets on Birmingham for new UK office - Managing Intellectual Property]]></title><description><![CDATA[Withers &amp; Rogers bets on Birmingham for new UK office&nbsp;&nbsp;Managing Intellectual Property]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/withers-amp-rogers-bets-on-birmingham-for-new-uk-office-managing-intellectual-property/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/withers-amp-rogers-bets-on-birmingham-for-new-uk-office-managing-intellectual-property/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major UK pub chain giving away 100,000 FREE PINTS next week - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major UK pub chain giving away 100,000 FREE PINTS next week&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-pub-chain-giving-away-100000-free-pints-next-week-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-pub-chain-giving-away-100000-free-pints-next-week-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major UK footwear brand shuts 33 stores after collapsing into administration - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major UK footwear brand shuts 33 stores after collapsing into administration&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-footwear-brand-shuts-33-stores-after-collapsing-into-administration-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-footwear-brand-shuts-33-stores-after-collapsing-into-administration-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major UK travel company collapses - Turkey, Greece, Italy, Croatia holidays axed - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major UK travel company collapses - Turkey, Greece, Italy, Croatia holidays axed&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-travel-company-collapses-turkey-greece-italy-croatia-holidays-axed-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-travel-company-collapses-turkey-greece-italy-croatia-holidays-axed-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Millions of UK households 'sleepwalking' into &pound;202 energy price hike - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Millions of UK households 'sleepwalking' into &pound;202 energy price hike&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/millions-of-uk-households-sleepwalking-into-pound202-energy-price-hike-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/millions-of-uk-households-sleepwalking-into-pound202-energy-price-hike-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigel Farage claims Reform UK 'forced' Birmingham bin strike news - BBC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigel Farage claims Reform UK 'forced' Birmingham bin strike news&nbsp;&nbsp;BBC]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nigel-farage-claims-reform-uk-forced-birmingham-bin-strike-news-bbc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nigel-farage-claims-reform-uk-forced-birmingham-bin-strike-news-bbc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OCD made me think I was a monster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sufferers explain how the condition has gripped their lives - but say help is out there.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ocd-made-me-think-i-was-a-monster/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ocd-made-me-think-i-was-a-monster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What would young people change about so-called 'roughest estate'?]]></title><description><![CDATA[We spoke to residents in Blakenall ahead of local council elections on 7 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-would-young-people-change-about-so-called-roughest-estate/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-would-young-people-change-about-so-called-roughest-estate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK tourists told 'passports may not be valid' under new rule - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK tourists told 'passports may not be valid' under new rule&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-tourists-told-passports-may-not-be-valid-under-new-rule-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-tourists-told-passports-may-not-be-valid-under-new-rule-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hours left to get £200 credit from this UK broadband provider - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hours left to get &pound;200 credit from this UK broadband provider&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hours-left-to-get-200-credit-from-this-uk-broadband-provider-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hours-left-to-get-200-credit-from-this-uk-broadband-provider-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK tourists warned of extra £100 holiday charge this May - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK tourists warned of extra &pound;100 holiday charge this May&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-tourists-warned-of-extra-100-holiday-charge-this-may-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-tourists-warned-of-extra-100-holiday-charge-this-may-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ed Davey sceptical about timing of bin strike news]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Liberal Democrats leader appears on BBC local radio ahead of the elections on 7 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ed-davey-sceptical-about-timing-of-bin-strike-news/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ed-davey-sceptical-about-timing-of-bin-strike-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationwide announces £300 update for millions of UK members - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nationwide announces &pound;300 update for millions of UK members&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nationwide-announces-300-update-for-millions-of-uk-members-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nationwide-announces-300-update-for-millions-of-uk-members-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Remaining sites of former car manufacturer sold in Birmingham - Savills]]></title><description><![CDATA[Remaining sites of former car manufacturer sold in Birmingham&nbsp;&nbsp;Savills]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/remaining-sites-of-former-car-manufacturer-sold-in-birmingham-savills/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/remaining-sites-of-former-car-manufacturer-sold-in-birmingham-savills/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK tourists warned small card mistake could ruin Europe summer holidays - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK tourists warned small card mistake could ruin Europe summer holidays&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-tourists-warned-small-card-mistake-could-ruin-europe-summer-holidays-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-tourists-warned-small-card-mistake-could-ruin-europe-summer-holidays-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham bins announcement is 'cynical' says Green Party leader]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zack Polanski speaks to BBC Radio WM ahead of the local elections on 7 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-bins-announcement-is-cynical-says-green-party-leader/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-bins-announcement-is-cynical-says-green-party-leader/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cynicism and optimism over end to bin strike]]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents are hopeful an "end is in sight" to the strike but sceptical about the timing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cynicism-and-optimism-over-end-to-bin-strike/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cynicism-and-optimism-over-end-to-bin-strike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HSBC becomes first UK bank to introduce 'important' change for 23,000 - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HSBC becomes first UK bank to introduce 'important' change for 23,000&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hsbc-becomes-first-uk-bank-to-introduce-important-change-for-23000-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hsbc-becomes-first-uk-bank-to-introduce-important-change-for-23000-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman critically injured in two-car crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the cars in the crash in Tipton on Monday ended up on its roof, the ambulance service says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/woman-critically-injured-in-two-car-crash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/woman-critically-injured-in-two-car-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ambrose Akinmusire / Brussels Jazz Orchestra in Birmingham - UK Jazz News]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ambrose Akinmusire / Brussels Jazz Orchestra in Birmingham&nbsp;&nbsp;UK Jazz News]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ambrose-akinmusire-brussels-jazz-orchestra-in-birmingham-uk-jazz-news/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ambrose-akinmusire-brussels-jazz-orchestra-in-birmingham-uk-jazz-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK airline collapses into liquidation with over 100 jobs impacted - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK airline collapses into liquidation with over 100 jobs impacted&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-airline-collapses-into-liquidation-with-over-100-jobs-impacted-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-airline-collapses-into-liquidation-with-over-100-jobs-impacted-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man spotted on wall near HMP Birmingham - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Man spotted on wall near HMP Birmingham&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-spotted-on-wall-near-hmp-birmingham-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-spotted-on-wall-near-hmp-birmingham-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Survey will gauge trust in police force - PCC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents across the West Midlands will be asked how much trust they have in the police force.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/survey-will-gauge-trust-in-police-force-pcc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/survey-will-gauge-trust-in-police-force-pcc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Families desperate for adult social care support']]></title><description><![CDATA[Focus Birmingham helps over 3,000 people with sight loss and complex needs but is at full capacity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/families-desperate-for-adult-social-care-support/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/families-desperate-for-adult-social-care-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How simulating dementia can help with care quality]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Peachey, from Training2Care, says such technology could "massively improve" care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-simulating-dementia-can-help-with-care-quality/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-simulating-dementia-can-help-with-care-quality/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What bin strike announcement means for Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[The city council leader says an end to the long-running industrial action is "within sight".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-bin-strike-announcement-means-for-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-bin-strike-announcement-means-for-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ryanair announces rollout of 100 new jobs from UK airport hotspot - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ryanair announces rollout of 100 new jobs from UK airport hotspot&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ryanair-announces-rollout-of-100-new-jobs-from-uk-airport-hotspot-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ryanair-announces-rollout-of-100-new-jobs-from-uk-airport-hotspot-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-councillor jailed for online child sex offences]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adrian Hughes is sentenced after messaging undercover police he thought to be girls of 12 and 13.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-councillor-jailed-for-online-child-sex-offences/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-councillor-jailed-for-online-child-sex-offences/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham to host UK's Yu-Gi-Oh! National Championships this summer - here's everything you need to know - Express and Star]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham to host UK's Yu-Gi-Oh! National Championships this summer - here's everything you need to know&nbsp;&nbsp;Express and Star]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-to-host-uks-yu-gi-oh-national-championships-this-summer-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-express-and-star/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-to-host-uks-yu-gi-oh-national-championships-this-summer-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-express-and-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warwickshire go top despite Verreynne century]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warwickshire go top of Division One in the County Championship after a draw with Nottinghamshire, for whom Kyle Verreynne hits 115.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warwickshire-go-top-despite-verreynne-century/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warwickshire-go-top-despite-verreynne-century/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deal ‘within sight’ to end Birmingham bin strike - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deal &lsquo;within sight&rsquo; to end Birmingham bin strike&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/deal-within-sight-to-end-birmingham-bin-strike-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/deal-within-sight-to-end-birmingham-bin-strike-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major UK distillery collapses into administration after a decade - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major UK distillery collapses into administration after a decade&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-distillery-collapses-into-administration-after-a-decade-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-distillery-collapses-into-administration-after-a-decade-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walsall fans 'within rights to be angry' - Byfield]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim head coach Darren Byfield says Walsall supporters are "well within their rights to be angry".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-fans-within-rights-to-be-angry-byfield/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-fans-within-rights-to-be-angry-byfield/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unite issues stark Birmingham bin strike warning despite 'agreement' - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unite issues stark Birmingham bin strike warning despite 'agreement'&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/unite-issues-stark-birmingham-bin-strike-warning-despite-agreement-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/unite-issues-stark-birmingham-bin-strike-warning-despite-agreement-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mr Muscle on the High Street in Birmingham - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mr Muscle on the High Street in Birmingham&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mr-muscle-on-the-high-street-in-birmingham-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mr-muscle-on-the-high-street-in-birmingham-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lloyds Bank issues historic announcement for customers in UK bank 'first' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lloyds Bank issues historic announcement for customers in UK bank 'first'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lloyds-bank-issues-historic-announcement-for-customers-in-uk-bank-first-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lloyds-bank-issues-historic-announcement-for-customers-in-uk-bank-first-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK households warned mortgage rates could rise again amid Iran war - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK households warned mortgage rates could rise again amid Iran war&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-warned-mortgage-rates-could-rise-again-amid-iran-war-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-warned-mortgage-rates-could-rise-again-amid-iran-war-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK 'great place' for country music - Tucker Wetmore]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tucker Wetmore is currently on his first UK tour after releasing his debut album a year ago]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-great-place-for-country-music-tucker-wetmore/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-great-place-for-country-music-tucker-wetmore/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police seize modified e-bikes and scooters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thirteen bikes and scooters have been seized, and are to be crushed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/police-seize-modified-e-bikes-and-scooters/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/police-seize-modified-e-bikes-and-scooters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morrisons manager welcomes meeting over sacking]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sean Egan is to meet with Morrisons' chief executive about his sacking for tackling a shoplifter.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/morrisons-manager-welcomes-meeting-over-sacking/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/morrisons-manager-welcomes-meeting-over-sacking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plea to help find football fan missing since 2003]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andrew Dill was last seen in Staffordshire on his way home to Birmingham in 2003, police say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/plea-to-help-find-football-fan-missing-since-2003/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/plea-to-help-find-football-fan-missing-since-2003/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foreign Office warns UK tourists 'stay away' because 'tensions are high' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Foreign Office warns UK tourists 'stay away' because 'tensions are high'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foreign-office-warns-uk-tourists-stay-away-because-tensions-are-high-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foreign-office-warns-uk-tourists-stay-away-because-tensions-are-high-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Asbestos traces lead to urgent recall of UK play sand toy - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Asbestos traces lead to urgent recall of UK play sand toy&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/asbestos-traces-lead-to-urgent-recall-of-uk-play-sand-toy-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/asbestos-traces-lead-to-urgent-recall-of-uk-play-sand-toy-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK motorway speed limits 'could be cut to 60mph' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK motorway speed limits 'could be cut to 60mph'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-motorway-speed-limits-could-be-cut-to-60mph-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-motorway-speed-limits-could-be-cut-to-60mph-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Month of music events planned for town]]></title><description><![CDATA[Almost 30 local musicians are taking part in Walsall Music May-hem in May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/month-of-music-events-planned-for-town/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/month-of-music-events-planned-for-town/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Army veteran, 85, running for women's charities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sixty-six members of the Women's Royal Army Corps will be running in Birmingham to raise money.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/army-veteran-85-running-for-womens-charities/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/army-veteran-85-running-for-womens-charities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham 2-2 Millwall (23 Apr, 2022) Player Stats - ESPN]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham 2-2 Millwall (23 Apr, 2022) Player Stats&nbsp;&nbsp;ESPN]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-2-2-millwall-23-apr-2022-player-stats-espn/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-2-2-millwall-23-apr-2022-player-stats-espn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driving licence change getting 'full rollout' across UK with drivers warned - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Driving licence change getting 'full rollout' across UK with drivers warned&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/driving-licence-change-getting-full-rollout-across-uk-with-drivers-warned-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/driving-licence-change-getting-full-rollout-across-uk-with-drivers-warned-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unite’s secret talks with Reform UK: Isolating Birmingham bin strike and embracing the far-right - World Socialist Web Site]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unite&rsquo;s secret talks with Reform UK: Isolating Birmingham bin strike and embracing the far-right&nbsp;&nbsp;World Socialist Web Site]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/unites-secret-talks-with-reform-uk-isolating-birmingham-bin-strike-and-embracing-the-far-right-world-socialist-web-site/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/unites-secret-talks-with-reform-uk-isolating-birmingham-bin-strike-and-embracing-the-far-right-world-socialist-web-site/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police appeal after man killed in hit-and-run]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shaun Harron, aged 44, died in the hit-and-run in Bartley Green just after midnight on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/police-appeal-after-man-killed-in-hit-and-run/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/police-appeal-after-man-killed-in-hit-and-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Royal Mail probe over claims postman 'binned Reform UK leaflets' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Royal Mail probe over claims postman 'binned Reform UK leaflets'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/royal-mail-probe-over-claims-postman-binned-reform-uk-leaflets-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/royal-mail-probe-over-claims-postman-binned-reform-uk-leaflets-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New £8 daily charges for drivers at famous UK beauty spot - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[New &pound;8 daily charges for drivers at famous UK beauty spot&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-8-daily-charges-for-drivers-at-famous-uk-beauty-spot-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-8-daily-charges-for-drivers-at-famous-uk-beauty-spot-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder charge over death of man found on pavement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Bennett was discovered in Reservoir Road, Erdington, and died in hospital two weeks later.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murder-charge-over-death-of-man-found-on-pavement/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murder-charge-over-death-of-man-found-on-pavement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC sending &pound;689 payments to UK households over issue affecting 'millions' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC sending &pound;689 payments to UK households over issue affecting 'millions'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-sending-pound689-payments-to-uk-households-over-issue-affecting-millions-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-sending-pound689-payments-to-uk-households-over-issue-affecting-millions-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New HMRC tax return rule with £10,000 fines for UK households - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[New HMRC tax return rule with &pound;10,000 fines for UK households&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-hmrc-tax-return-rule-with-10000-fines-for-uk-households-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-hmrc-tax-return-rule-with-10000-fines-for-uk-households-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major building society warns UK customers could lose £1,672 each - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major building society warns UK customers could lose &pound;1,672 each&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-building-society-warns-uk-customers-could-lose-1672-each-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 09:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-building-society-warns-uk-customers-could-lose-1672-each-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC speaks out after slapping three-word 'status' onto UK households - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC speaks out after slapping three-word 'status' onto UK households&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-speaks-out-after-slapping-three-word-status-onto-uk-households-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 09:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-speaks-out-after-slapping-three-word-status-onto-uk-households-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Booking.com hosts vanish with UK tourists told 'no' refunds - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Booking.com hosts vanish with UK tourists told 'no' refunds&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bookingcom-hosts-vanish-with-uk-tourists-told-no-refunds-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 09:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bookingcom-hosts-vanish-with-uk-tourists-told-no-refunds-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Election tram talk: Midlands Metro passengers on life in Sandwell]]></title><description><![CDATA[Passengers on the tram system in West Bromwich deliver their thoughts ahead of polling day on 7 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/election-tram-talk-midlands-metro-passengers-on-life-in-sandwell/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/election-tram-talk-midlands-metro-passengers-on-life-in-sandwell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carpet of bluebells transform Birmingham's oldest cemetery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Key Hill Cemetery in the Jewellery Quarter is proving a magnet for photographers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/carpet-of-bluebells-transform-birminghams-oldest-cemetery/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/carpet-of-bluebells-transform-birminghams-oldest-cemetery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Resting dogs, squirrels, and beautiful flowers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these delightful photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-resting-dogs-squirrels-and-beautiful-flowers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-resting-dogs-squirrels-and-beautiful-flowers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warks in pole position as follow-on looms for Notts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nottinghamshire trail Warwickshire by 195 at stumps on day two of their County Championship game at Trent Bridge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warks-in-pole-position-as-follow-on-looms-for-notts/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warks-in-pole-position-as-follow-on-looms-for-notts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain, France, Portugal mistake is costing UK households 'thousands' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain, France, Portugal mistake is costing UK households 'thousands'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/spain-france-portugal-mistake-is-costing-uk-households-thousands-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/spain-france-portugal-mistake-is-costing-uk-households-thousands-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham vs. Bristol City (25 Apr, 2026) Live Score - ESPN]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham vs. Bristol City (25 Apr, 2026) Live Score&nbsp;&nbsp;ESPN]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-vs-bristol-city-25-apr-2026-live-score-espn/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-vs-bristol-city-25-apr-2026-live-score-espn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK medication shortage warning as pharmacies impacted by 'supply problems' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK medication shortage warning as pharmacies impacted by 'supply problems'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-medication-shortage-warning-as-pharmacies-impacted-by-supply-problems-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-medication-shortage-warning-as-pharmacies-impacted-by-supply-problems-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NatWest writing to UK customers over big 'changes' from May 20 - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[NatWest writing to UK customers over big 'changes' from May 20&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/natwest-writing-to-uk-customers-over-big-changes-from-may-20-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/natwest-writing-to-uk-customers-over-big-changes-from-may-20-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solihull woman makes surprising discovery during trip to UK beach - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Solihull woman makes surprising discovery during trip to UK beach&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/solihull-woman-makes-surprising-discovery-during-trip-to-uk-beach-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/solihull-woman-makes-surprising-discovery-during-trip-to-uk-beach-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iconic Birmingham bus route to celebrate 100 years - uk.news.yahoo.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iconic Birmingham bus route to celebrate 100 years&nbsp;&nbsp;uk.news.yahoo.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/iconic-birmingham-bus-route-to-celebrate-100-years-uknewsyahoocom/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/iconic-birmingham-bus-route-to-celebrate-100-years-uknewsyahoocom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nigel Farage issues Sandwell message as Reform UK eyes election win - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nigel Farage issues Sandwell message as Reform UK eyes election win&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nigel-farage-issues-sandwell-message-as-reform-uk-eyes-election-win-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nigel-farage-issues-sandwell-message-as-reform-uk-eyes-election-win-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK tourists issued Spain summer travel alert due to mounting pressures - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK tourists issued Spain summer travel alert due to mounting pressures&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-tourists-issued-spain-summer-travel-alert-due-to-mounting-pressures-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-tourists-issued-spain-summer-travel-alert-due-to-mounting-pressures-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major Yu-Gi-Oh! gaming event set for NEC Birmingham - Stourbridge News]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major Yu-Gi-Oh! gaming event set for NEC Birmingham&nbsp;&nbsp;Stourbridge News]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-yu-gi-oh-gaming-event-set-for-nec-birmingham-stourbridge-news/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-yu-gi-oh-gaming-event-set-for-nec-birmingham-stourbridge-news/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major Yu-Gi-Oh! gaming event set for NEC Birmingham - Bromsgroveadvertiser.co.uk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major Yu-Gi-Oh! gaming event set for NEC Birmingham&nbsp;&nbsp;Bromsgroveadvertiser.co.uk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-yu-gi-oh-gaming-event-set-for-nec-birmingham-bromsgroveadvertisercouk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-yu-gi-oh-gaming-event-set-for-nec-birmingham-bromsgroveadvertisercouk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder arrest over death of man found on pavement]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man in his 40s has been arrested on suspicion of the murder of Michael Bennett.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murder-arrest-over-death-of-man-found-on-pavement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murder-arrest-over-death-of-man-found-on-pavement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tongue takes five but Barnard &amp; Woakes help Bears recover]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ed Barnard's unbeaten century helps Warwickshire recover from 97-4 to 375-8 at stumps on day one against Nottinghamshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tongue-takes-five-but-barnard-amp-woakes-help-bears-recover/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tongue-takes-five-but-barnard-amp-woakes-help-bears-recover/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Brom docked two points for financial breaches]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Bromwich Albion are given a two-point penalty by the English Football League for breaching profit and sustainability rules.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-brom-docked-two-points-for-financial-breaches/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/west-brom-docked-two-points-for-financial-breaches/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Owners who dumped 90 rabbits in woods banned]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some of the animals had suffered injuries from infighting, the RSPCA says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/owners-who-dumped-90-rabbits-in-woods-banned/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/owners-who-dumped-90-rabbits-in-woods-banned/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham court hands life term to man over religiously aggravated rape of Sikh woman - Telegraph India]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham court hands life term to man over religiously aggravated rape of Sikh woman&nbsp;&nbsp;Telegraph India]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-court-hands-life-term-to-man-over-religiously-aggravated-rape-of-sikh-woman-telegraph-india/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-court-hands-life-term-to-man-over-religiously-aggravated-rape-of-sikh-woman-telegraph-india/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who poured oil on wife jailed for 26 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Raju Mollah was convicted of attempted murder after also launching a sustained attack on his wife.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-who-poured-oil-on-wife-jailed-for-26-years/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-who-poured-oil-on-wife-jailed-for-26-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man given life sentence for rape and religiously aggravated assault of Sikh woman]]></title><description><![CDATA[A judge tells John Ashby, 32, that he will serve at least 14 years in prison for the attack.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-given-life-sentence-for-rape-and-religiously-aggravated-assault-of-sikh-woman/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-given-life-sentence-for-rape-and-religiously-aggravated-assault-of-sikh-woman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham &lsquo;Smila' cocaine and cannabis gang busted by police - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham &lsquo;Smila' cocaine and cannabis gang busted by police&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-lsquosmila-cocaine-and-cannabis-gang-busted-by-police-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-lsquosmila-cocaine-and-cannabis-gang-busted-by-police-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham &lsquo;Smila' cocaine and cannabis gang busted by police - uk.news.yahoo.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham &lsquo;Smila' cocaine and cannabis gang busted by police&nbsp;&nbsp;uk.news.yahoo.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-lsquosmila-cocaine-and-cannabis-gang-busted-by-police-uknewsyahoocom/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-lsquosmila-cocaine-and-cannabis-gang-busted-by-police-uknewsyahoocom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Workers need more support over shoplifters, says professor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emmeline Taylor, a professor of criminology, is calling for better support after Sean Egan was sacked.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/workers-need-more-support-over-shoplifters-says-professor/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/workers-need-more-support-over-shoplifters-says-professor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santander set to shut down 13 UK bank branches next week - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santander set to shut down 13 UK bank branches next week&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/santander-set-to-shut-down-13-uk-bank-branches-next-week-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/santander-set-to-shut-down-13-uk-bank-branches-next-week-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two arrested after man found dead in river]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 27-year-old man from Birmingham is arrested on suspicion of murder.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/two-arrested-after-man-found-dead-in-river/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/two-arrested-after-man-found-dead-in-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City mortuary handed to NHS in £1.5m savings plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[The council will transfer its Wednesfield mortuary to an NHS trust, avoiding &pound;1.5m upgrade costs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/city-mortuary-handed-to-nhs-in-15m-savings-plan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/city-mortuary-handed-to-nhs-in-15m-savings-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[KitKat maker announces plans to cut 450 jobs from UK factories - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[KitKat maker announces plans to cut 450 jobs from UK factories&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/kitkat-maker-announces-plans-to-cut-450-jobs-from-uk-factories-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/kitkat-maker-announces-plans-to-cut-450-jobs-from-uk-factories-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Majorca, Menorca, Ibiza set for 'difficult' problem with UK tourists warned - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Majorca, Menorca, Ibiza set for 'difficult' problem with UK tourists warned&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/majorca-menorca-ibiza-set-for-difficult-problem-with-uk-tourists-warned-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/majorca-menorca-ibiza-set-for-difficult-problem-with-uk-tourists-warned-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Louis Tomlinson in Birmingham: What fans need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former One Direction singer is performing at the city's Utilita Arena on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/louis-tomlinson-in-birmingham-what-fans-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/louis-tomlinson-in-birmingham-what-fans-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where to find West Midlands Vaisakhi celebrations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nagar Kirtan parades and events are planned for Birmingham, Coventry and Wolverhampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/where-to-find-west-midlands-vaisakhi-celebrations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/where-to-find-west-midlands-vaisakhi-celebrations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: How did two fake skeletons land this man in trouble?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With other stories ranging from treasure finds to comedy japes, can you score 100% in the news quiz?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-how-did-two-fake-skeletons-land-this-man-in-trouble/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-how-did-two-fake-skeletons-land-this-man-in-trouble/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC making pension rule change for UK households born after 1971 - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC making pension rule change for UK households born after 1971&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-making-pension-rule-change-for-uk-households-born-after-1971-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-making-pension-rule-change-for-uk-households-born-after-1971-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food trailer plan for former Birmingham garden centre - uk.news.yahoo.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[Food trailer plan for former Birmingham garden centre&nbsp;&nbsp;uk.news.yahoo.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/food-trailer-plan-for-former-birmingham-garden-centre-uknewsyahoocom/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/food-trailer-plan-for-former-birmingham-garden-centre-uknewsyahoocom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paterson performed 'ad-lib operation' on patient]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prof Nigel Bundred says he has not even heard of the operation that Marie Pinfield allegedly had.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/paterson-performed-ad-lib-operation-on-patient/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/paterson-performed-ad-lib-operation-on-patient/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police arrest two over alleged drug sales through shops in West Midlands]]></title><description><![CDATA[It follows a BBC investigation that found High Street mini-marts were selling drugs in some West Midlands towns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/police-arrest-two-over-alleged-drug-sales-through-shops-in-west-midlands/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/police-arrest-two-over-alleged-drug-sales-through-shops-in-west-midlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blues season still a 'stepping stone' - Stansfield]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City striker Jay Stansfield says missing out on the play-offs is still a stepping stone towards a return to the Premier League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/blues-season-still-a-stepping-stone-stansfield/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/blues-season-still-a-stepping-stone-stansfield/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Painkiller issued urgent UK recall with Brits warned of 'side effect' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Painkiller issued urgent UK recall with Brits warned of 'side effect'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/painkiller-issued-urgent-uk-recall-with-brits-warned-of-side-effect-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/painkiller-issued-urgent-uk-recall-with-brits-warned-of-side-effect-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused of sexual assaults at LGBTQ+ church]]></title><description><![CDATA[Peter Brookes is charged with two assaults at Inclusive Gathering Birmingham between 2021 and 2023]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-accused-of-sexual-assaults-at-lgbtq-church/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-accused-of-sexual-assaults-at-lgbtq-church/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major UK supermarket launches new 'aisle' helping shoppers make healthier choice - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major UK supermarket launches new 'aisle' helping shoppers make healthier choice&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-supermarket-launches-new-aisle-helping-shoppers-make-healthier-choice-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-supermarket-launches-new-aisle-helping-shoppers-make-healthier-choice-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Families 'walking out with &pound;500-worth of goods']]></title><description><![CDATA[A security worker has described facing daily violence from shoplifters in defence of Sean Egan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/families-walking-out-with-pound500-worth-of-goods/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/families-walking-out-with-pound500-worth-of-goods/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shortage warning for UK households on 4 common medicines - full list - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shortage warning for UK households on 4 common medicines - full list&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/shortage-warning-for-uk-households-on-4-common-medicines-full-list-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/shortage-warning-for-uk-households-on-4-common-medicines-full-list-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jet2 'doing everything we can' as UK tourists risk missing holidays - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jet2 'doing everything we can' as UK tourists risk missing holidays&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jet2-doing-everything-we-can-as-uk-tourists-risk-missing-holidays-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jet2-doing-everything-we-can-as-uk-tourists-risk-missing-holidays-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major UK shoe brand shuts down 3 locations including flagship store - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major UK shoe brand shuts down 3 locations including flagship store&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-shoe-brand-shuts-down-3-locations-including-flagship-store-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-shoe-brand-shuts-down-3-locations-including-flagship-store-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Spain, Portugal, Italy rule now 'compulsory' for UK tourists too - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Spain, Portugal, Italy rule now 'compulsory' for UK tourists too&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-spain-portugal-italy-rule-now-compulsory-for-uk-tourists-too-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-spain-portugal-italy-rule-now-compulsory-for-uk-tourists-too-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pietersen criticises Cook for Bethell comments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kevin Pietersen rekindles an old feud with Sir Alastair Cook by defending Jacob Bethell&rsquo;s continued presence at the Indian Premier League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/pietersen-criticises-cook-for-bethell-comments/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/pietersen-criticises-cook-for-bethell-comments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who recorded 465 people using toilet jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Troy Green's victims were filmed without their knowledge, and two were identified as children.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-who-recorded-465-people-using-toilet-jailed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-who-recorded-465-people-using-toilet-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mobile data rationing on table for UK households - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mobile data rationing on table for UK households&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mobile-data-rationing-on-table-for-uk-households-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mobile-data-rationing-on-table-for-uk-households-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We want to leave Walsall and an election won't change things']]></title><description><![CDATA[Voters are sharing the issues that concern them as all 60 seats in Walsall are contested.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/we-want-to-leave-walsall-and-an-election-wont-change-things/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/we-want-to-leave-walsall-and-an-election-wont-change-things/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major UK kitchenware brand to shut forever on May 31 - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major UK kitchenware brand to shut forever on May 31&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-kitchenware-brand-to-shut-forever-on-may-31-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-kitchenware-brand-to-shut-forever-on-may-31-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK easyJet flight to Tenerife diverts after ‘passenger welfare issue’ onboard - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK easyJet flight to Tenerife diverts after &lsquo;passenger welfare issue&rsquo; onboard&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-easyjet-flight-to-tenerife-diverts-after-passenger-welfare-issue-onboard-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-easyjet-flight-to-tenerife-diverts-after-passenger-welfare-issue-onboard-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trust from boss Byfield has given Hancock 'freedom']]></title><description><![CDATA[Walsall full-back Mason Hancock says interim head coach Darren Byfield should takes the credit for restoring his form since he took over in March.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/trust-from-boss-byfield-has-given-hancock-freedom/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/trust-from-boss-byfield-has-given-hancock-freedom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uninsured driving hits 17-year high: 300,000 cars dodging cover on UK roads - Honest John]]></title><description><![CDATA[Uninsured driving hits 17-year high: 300,000 cars dodging cover on UK roads&nbsp;&nbsp;Honest John]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uninsured-driving-hits-17-year-high-300000-cars-dodging-cover-on-uk-roads-honest-john/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uninsured-driving-hits-17-year-high-300000-cars-dodging-cover-on-uk-roads-honest-john/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham Airport Flight Cancellations – Strategic Impact on UK Aviation and Regional Connectivity - capitolskyline.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham Airport Flight Cancellations &ndash; Strategic Impact on UK Aviation and Regional Connectivity&nbsp;&nbsp;capitolskyline.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-airport-flight-cancellations-strategic-impact-on-uk-aviation-and-regional-connectivity-capitolskylinecom/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-airport-flight-cancellations-strategic-impact-on-uk-aviation-and-regional-connectivity-capitolskylinecom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jet2 issues 'significant' update for passengers using three UK airports - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jet2 issues 'significant' update for passengers using three UK airports&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jet2-issues-significant-update-for-passengers-using-three-uk-airports-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jet2-issues-significant-update-for-passengers-using-three-uk-airports-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham nightclub unveils plans to open until 4am - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham nightclub unveils plans to open until 4am&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-nightclub-unveils-plans-to-open-until-4am-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-nightclub-unveils-plans-to-open-until-4am-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foreign Office alert for UK tourists visiting Spain, France and Italy - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Foreign Office alert for UK tourists visiting Spain, France and Italy&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foreign-office-alert-for-uk-tourists-visiting-spain-france-and-italy-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foreign-office-alert-for-uk-tourists-visiting-spain-france-and-italy-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Whistleblower 'distressed' by Paterson surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[A doctor was in tears at Ian Paterson's treatment of Marie Pinfield in Solihull, an inquest hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/whistleblower-distressed-by-paterson-surgery/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/whistleblower-distressed-by-paterson-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major art exhibition by Joe Lycett to come to city]]></title><description><![CDATA[EVERYTHING MUST GO explores the theme of "things that are no longer with us".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-art-exhibition-by-joe-lycett-to-come-to-city/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-art-exhibition-by-joe-lycett-to-come-to-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man admits rape and religiously aggravated abuse of Sikh woman]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Ashby, 32, initially denies the attack but changes his plea one day after the trial begins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-admits-rape-and-religiously-aggravated-abuse-of-sikh-woman/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-admits-rape-and-religiously-aggravated-abuse-of-sikh-woman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder arrest after death of man found on road]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Midlands Police says they believed the man was hit by a car and have recovered a vehicle.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murder-arrest-after-death-of-man-found-on-road/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/murder-arrest-after-death-of-man-found-on-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Petrol stations seeing rise in fuel thefts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Clerkenleap Service Station says 900 litres of fuel has been stolen in April alone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/petrol-stations-seeing-rise-in-fuel-thefts/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/petrol-stations-seeing-rise-in-fuel-thefts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McDonald's axes five menu items from all UK restaurants - full list - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[McDonald's axes five menu items from all UK restaurants - full list&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mcdonalds-axes-five-menu-items-from-all-uk-restaurants-full-list-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mcdonalds-axes-five-menu-items-from-all-uk-restaurants-full-list-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver jailed for crash that killed 'devoted dad']]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohammed Ali, 27, was seen dangerously overtaking other cars before the fatal crash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/driver-jailed-for-crash-that-killed-devoted-dad/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/driver-jailed-for-crash-that-killed-devoted-dad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three arrested in Birmingham after London arson attacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police made the arrests over an alleged plot to commit an arson attack on Jewish sites.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/three-arrested-in-birmingham-after-london-arson-attacks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/three-arrested-in-birmingham-after-london-arson-attacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMO capital of Britain claim from party leader on campaign trail - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMO capital of Britain claim from party leader on campaign trail&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmo-capital-of-britain-claim-from-party-leader-on-campaign-trail-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmo-capital-of-britain-claim-from-party-leader-on-campaign-trail-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TUI contacting UK passengers with holidays booked 'in departure date order' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[TUI contacting UK passengers with holidays booked 'in departure date order'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tui-contacting-uk-passengers-with-holidays-booked-in-departure-date-order-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tui-contacting-uk-passengers-with-holidays-booked-in-departure-date-order-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New smoking law for anyone in UK born after 2008 - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[New smoking law for anyone in UK born after 2008&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-smoking-law-for-anyone-in-uk-born-after-2008-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-smoking-law-for-anyone-in-uk-born-after-2008-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Common medication urgently recalled with UK households told ‘contact pharmacy’ - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Common medication urgently recalled with UK households told &lsquo;contact pharmacy&rsquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/common-medication-urgently-recalled-with-uk-households-told-contact-pharmacy-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/common-medication-urgently-recalled-with-uk-households-told-contact-pharmacy-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-England cricketer 'loved playing for village team']]></title><description><![CDATA[Monty Panesar was invited to fill a spot on the Pelsall Cricket Club's first team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-england-cricketer-loved-playing-for-village-team/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-england-cricketer-loved-playing-for-village-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major UK bank gives customers 24-hour alert before rate cuts - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major UK bank gives customers 24-hour alert before rate cuts&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-bank-gives-customers-24-hour-alert-before-rate-cuts-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-bank-gives-customers-24-hour-alert-before-rate-cuts-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man denies stalking Birmingham MP Jess Phillips]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lee Owens, 47, is not allowed to contact Jess Phillips while he is on bail.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-denies-stalking-birmingham-mp-jess-phillips/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-denies-stalking-birmingham-mp-jess-phillips/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Hopefully Pelsall becomes a world-renowned club']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ex-England cricketer Monty Panesar has joined Pelsall Cricket Club's first team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hopefully-pelsall-becomes-a-world-renowned-club/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hopefully-pelsall-becomes-a-world-renowned-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Julian Lloyd Webber resigned over budget cuts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Julian Lloyd Webber says Birmingham Conservatoire is the "best of any" conservatoire in the country.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/julian-lloyd-webber-resigned-over-budget-cuts/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/julian-lloyd-webber-resigned-over-budget-cuts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four injured in Birmingham Hagley Road crash - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four injured in Birmingham Hagley Road crash&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/four-injured-in-birmingham-hagley-road-crash-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/four-injured-in-birmingham-hagley-road-crash-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Oldest WW2 veteran' dies aged 109]]></title><description><![CDATA[Frank Chester is praised by his family following his death nine days after his birthday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/oldest-ww2-veteran-dies-aged-109/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/oldest-ww2-veteran-dies-aged-109/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Interior Design Masters was 'stressful but fun']]></title><description><![CDATA[Sophie and Ben, who are appearing on Interior Design Masters with Alan Carr reflect on their time in the latest series.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/interior-design-masters-was-stressful-but-fun/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/interior-design-masters-was-stressful-but-fun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How AI is helping haulage firm make deliveries]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mobile People Powered Logistics has increased revenue from &pound;5m to &pound;20m after using AI to streamline deliveries]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-ai-is-helping-haulage-firm-make-deliveries/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 07:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-ai-is-helping-haulage-firm-make-deliveries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham school named among worst in UK for student attendance rates - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham school named among worst in UK for student attendance rates&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-school-named-among-worst-in-uk-for-student-attendance-rates-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-school-named-among-worst-in-uk-for-student-attendance-rates-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man racially abused woman during rape, court hears]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Ashby, 32, denies rape, intentional strangulation, robbery and religiously aggravated assault.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-racially-abused-woman-during-rape-court-hears/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-racially-abused-woman-during-rape-court-hears/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man dies after being found injured on road]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Midlands Police describes the injuries as serious.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-dies-after-being-found-injured-on-road/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-dies-after-being-found-injured-on-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patient left with mounds of flesh after surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cancer patient Marie Pinfield was still a B cup after two mastectomies, an inquest heard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/patient-left-with-mounds-of-flesh-after-surgery/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/patient-left-with-mounds-of-flesh-after-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['More has to be done to tackle racism' - Byfield]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walsall interim coach Darren Byfield wants more done to tackle racism in football as Myles Roberts alleges an abusive comment was aimed at him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/more-has-to-be-done-to-tackle-racism-byfield/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/more-has-to-be-done-to-tackle-racism-byfield/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tributes to 'gentle soul' knocked over by his own van]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lakhbir Bangha was outside of his vehicle when it knocked him over and killed him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tributes-to-gentle-soul-knocked-over-by-his-own-van/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tributes-to-gentle-soul-knocked-over-by-his-own-van/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We'll do our talking on the pitch - Morrison]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Brom interim boss James Morrison says he will continue to "squash" reports of a possible points deduction.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/well-do-our-talking-on-the-pitch-morrison/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/well-do-our-talking-on-the-pitch-morrison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Market town near Birmingham has 'UK's best high street' with 515 independent shops - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Market town near Birmingham has 'UK's best high street' with 515 independent shops&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/market-town-near-birmingham-has-uks-best-high-street-with-515-independent-shops-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/market-town-near-birmingham-has-uks-best-high-street-with-515-independent-shops-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barker helps Warwickshire to victory against Essex]]></title><description><![CDATA[Keith Barker takes four wickets to help Warwickshire to a 41-run victory over Essex in Division One of the County Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/barker-helps-warwickshire-to-victory-against-essex/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/barker-helps-warwickshire-to-victory-against-essex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morrisons store manager says he was sacked for tackling shoplifter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sean Egan says the repeated shoplifter became aggressive while being escorted from the supermarket.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/morrisons-store-manager-says-he-was-sacked-for-tackling-shoplifter/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/morrisons-store-manager-says-he-was-sacked-for-tackling-shoplifter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foreign Office says flight 'disruption' is close and warns UK passengers - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Foreign Office says flight 'disruption' is close and warns UK passengers&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foreign-office-says-flight-disruption-is-close-and-warns-uk-passengers-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foreign-office-says-flight-disruption-is-close-and-warns-uk-passengers-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seven men jailed over UK-wide cocaine conspiracy - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seven men jailed over UK-wide cocaine conspiracy&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/seven-men-jailed-over-uk-wide-cocaine-conspiracy-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/seven-men-jailed-over-uk-wide-cocaine-conspiracy-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Just so happy' - West Brom's Dike ends goal drought]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Bromwich Albion forward Daryl Dike wants to keep his scoring momentum "rolling" after ending his season-long goal drought on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/just-so-happy-west-broms-dike-ends-goal-drought/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/just-so-happy-west-broms-dike-ends-goal-drought/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[4 UK travel companies collapse - with only some passengers getting refunds - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[4 UK travel companies collapse - with only some passengers getting refunds&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/4-uk-travel-companies-collapse-with-only-some-passengers-getting-refunds-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/4-uk-travel-companies-collapse-with-only-some-passengers-getting-refunds-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walsall's Kanu wins League Two young player of the season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coventry boss Frank Lampard and Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney are named the EFL Championship manager and player of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsalls-kanu-wins-league-two-young-player-of-the-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsalls-kanu-wins-league-two-young-player-of-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK electric car company collapses into administration with 69 jobs lost - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK electric car company collapses into administration with 69 jobs lost&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-electric-car-company-collapses-into-administration-with-69-jobs-lost-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-electric-car-company-collapses-into-administration-with-69-jobs-lost-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Remembering Rackhams: 'The Harrods of the north']]></title><description><![CDATA[Former window-dresser John Deeley takes a step down memory lane looking back at Rackhams.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/remembering-rackhams-the-harrods-of-the-north/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/remembering-rackhams-the-harrods-of-the-north/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC punishing UK families over hundreds of gifts which 'break rules' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC punishing UK families over hundreds of gifts which 'break rules'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-punishing-uk-families-over-hundreds-of-gifts-which-break-rules-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-punishing-uk-families-over-hundreds-of-gifts-which-break-rules-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Frustration, apathy and hope: Birmingham divided as extraordinary election looms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Is the UK's second city about to see the biggest political shake-up in more than a decade?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/frustration-apathy-and-hope-birmingham-divided-as-extraordinary-election-looms/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/frustration-apathy-and-hope-birmingham-divided-as-extraordinary-election-looms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man takes on 100km bike ride in wife's memory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mark Beesley says he wants to take part as a tribute to his "beautiful and glamorous" late wife.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-takes-on-100km-bike-ride-in-wifes-memory/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 16:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-takes-on-100km-bike-ride-in-wifes-memory/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EasyJet launches six new UK to Morocco routes including from Birmingham - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[EasyJet launches six new UK to Morocco routes including from Birmingham&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/easyjet-launches-six-new-uk-to-morocco-routes-including-from-birmingham-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/easyjet-launches-six-new-uk-to-morocco-routes-including-from-birmingham-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police issue statement after dad running Birmingham brothels jailed - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police issue statement after dad running Birmingham brothels jailed&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/police-issue-statement-after-dad-running-birmingham-brothels-jailed-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/police-issue-statement-after-dad-running-birmingham-brothels-jailed-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spain airport to close with Ryanair flights from UK cancelled - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spain airport to close with Ryanair flights from UK cancelled&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/spain-airport-to-close-with-ryanair-flights-from-uk-cancelled-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/spain-airport-to-close-with-ryanair-flights-from-uk-cancelled-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet the mysterious Pied Piper of Birmingham - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meet the mysterious Pied Piper of Birmingham&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/meet-the-mysterious-pied-piper-of-birmingham-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/meet-the-mysterious-pied-piper-of-birmingham-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Election tram talk: Midlands Metro passengers on bin strike]]></title><description><![CDATA[Passengers on the tram system in Birmingham deliver their thoughts ahead of polling day on 7 May.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/election-tram-talk-midlands-metro-passengers-on-bin-strike/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/election-tram-talk-midlands-metro-passengers-on-bin-strike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Your photos: Rainbows and rays of sunshine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Take a look at these delightful photos of the West Midlands we have been sent this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-rainbows-and-rays-of-sunshine/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 08:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/your-photos-rainbows-and-rays-of-sunshine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ofgem issues warning for UK households with electricity or gas meter - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ofgem issues warning for UK households with electricity or gas meter&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ofgem-issues-warning-for-uk-households-with-electricity-or-gas-meter-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ofgem-issues-warning-for-uk-households-with-electricity-or-gas-meter-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NatWest shutting 15 UK branches in May - full list - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[NatWest shutting 15 UK branches in May - full list&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/natwest-shutting-15-uk-branches-in-may-full-list-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/natwest-shutting-15-uk-branches-in-may-full-list-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham neighbourhood where 'Friday prayers' parking anger bubbling over - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham neighbourhood where 'Friday prayers' parking anger bubbling over&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-neighbourhood-where-friday-prayers-parking-anger-bubbling-over-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-neighbourhood-where-friday-prayers-parking-anger-bubbling-over-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham neighbourhood where 'Friday prayers' parking anger bubbling over - uk.news.yahoo.com]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham neighbourhood where 'Friday prayers' parking anger bubbling over&nbsp;&nbsp;uk.news.yahoo.com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-neighbourhood-where-friday-prayers-parking-anger-bubbling-over-uknewsyahoocom/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-neighbourhood-where-friday-prayers-parking-anger-bubbling-over-uknewsyahoocom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK households warned over little-known hedge trimming law this spring - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK households warned over little-known hedge trimming law this spring&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-warned-over-little-known-hedge-trimming-law-this-spring-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-warned-over-little-known-hedge-trimming-law-this-spring-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Asda has rule for shoppers born before 1966 across UK supermarkets - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Asda has rule for shoppers born before 1966 across UK supermarkets&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/asda-has-rule-for-shoppers-born-before-1966-across-uk-supermarkets-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/asda-has-rule-for-shoppers-born-before-1966-across-uk-supermarkets-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pensioner punched on Birmingham bus in vicious attack - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pensioner punched on Birmingham bus in vicious attack&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/pensioner-punched-on-birmingham-bus-in-vicious-attack-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/pensioner-punched-on-birmingham-bus-in-vicious-attack-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Titanic exhibition to show off rare artefacts]]></title><description><![CDATA[The event tells the story of the RMS Titanic from its construction to its sinking in April 1912.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/titanic-exhibition-to-show-off-rare-artefacts/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/titanic-exhibition-to-show-off-rare-artefacts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santander closing down 27 UK branches including 4 in West Midlands - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santander closing down 27 UK branches including 4 in West Midlands&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/santander-closing-down-27-uk-branches-including-4-in-west-midlands-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/santander-closing-down-27-uk-branches-including-4-in-west-midlands-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shri Swaminarayan Jayanti &amp; Shri Rama Navmi Mahila Celebrations, Birmingham, UK - BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shri Swaminarayan Jayanti &amp; Shri Rama Navmi Mahila Celebrations, Birmingham, UK&nbsp;&nbsp;BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/shri-swaminarayan-jayanti-amp-shri-rama-navmi-mahila-celebrations-birmingham-uk-baps-swaminarayan-sanstha/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/shri-swaminarayan-jayanti-amp-shri-rama-navmi-mahila-celebrations-birmingham-uk-baps-swaminarayan-sanstha/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How ex-England player Monty Panesar came to join a village team]]></title><description><![CDATA[The club in Walsall has signed the former England International for much of the 2026 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-ex-england-player-monty-panesar-came-to-join-a-village-team/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-ex-england-player-monty-panesar-came-to-join-a-village-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin Lewis urges 900,000 UK residents to claim free cash - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Martin Lewis urges 900,000 UK residents to claim free cash&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/martin-lewis-urges-900000-uk-residents-to-claim-free-cash-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/martin-lewis-urges-900000-uk-residents-to-claim-free-cash-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major UK delivery company collapses into liquidation - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major UK delivery company collapses into liquidation&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-delivery-company-collapses-into-liquidation-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-delivery-company-collapses-into-liquidation-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[London Joins York, Glasgow, Bristol, Hull, Birmingham and More UK Cities in Tough Competition in Generating More Visitor Numbers from International Circle, Spending Patterns, Premium vs Budget Tourism: What You Need to Know Now - Travel And Tour World]]></title><description><![CDATA[London Joins York, Glasgow, Bristol, Hull, Birmingham and More UK Cities in Tough Competition in Generating More Visitor Numbers from International Circle, Spending Patterns, Premium vs Budget Tourism: What You Need to Know Now&nbsp;&nbsp;Travel And Tour World]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/london-joins-york-glasgow-bristol-hull-birmingham-and-more-uk-cities-in-tough-competition-in-generating-more-visitor-numbers-from-international-circle-spending-patterns-premium-vs-budget-tourism-what-you-need-to-know-now-travel-and-tour-world/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/london-joins-york-glasgow-bristol-hull-birmingham-and-more-uk-cities-in-tough-competition-in-generating-more-visitor-numbers-from-international-circle-spending-patterns-premium-vs-budget-tourism-what-you-need-to-know-now-travel-and-tour-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK tourists issued Spain warning by Jet2 travelling to four destinations - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK tourists issued Spain warning by Jet2 travelling to four destinations&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-tourists-issued-spain-warning-by-jet2-travelling-to-four-destinations-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-tourists-issued-spain-warning-by-jet2-travelling-to-four-destinations-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defender Whitmore to leave Solihull]]></title><description><![CDATA[Defender Alex Whitmore will leave National League club Solihull Moors at the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/defender-whitmore-to-leave-solihull/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/defender-whitmore-to-leave-solihull/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Essex bowlers dominate Warwickshire before rain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Essex reduce Warwickshire to 113-7 on the opening day of their County Championship match before rain ends play early at Edgbaston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/essex-bowlers-dominate-warwickshire-before-rain/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/essex-bowlers-dominate-warwickshire-before-rain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Points threat will not knock us - Morrison]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Bromwich Albion head coach James Morrison has banned talk of a potential points penalty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/points-threat-will-not-knock-us-morrison/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/points-threat-will-not-knock-us-morrison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nursery worker jailed for toddler restraint death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Noah Sibanda died "alone, scared and in pain", his mother says.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nursery-worker-jailed-for-toddler-restraint-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/nursery-worker-jailed-for-toddler-restraint-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What does a local council do in England?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A quick guide to the different types of local authorities and the services they are responsible for.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-does-a-local-council-do-in-england/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-does-a-local-council-do-in-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What does a council do in England?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A quick guide to the different types of local authorities and the services they are responsible for.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-does-a-council-do-in-england/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-does-a-council-do-in-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mum describes nightmare after son died during nursery naptime]]></title><description><![CDATA[Noah Sibanda died after being put down for a nap at a Dudley nursery.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mum-describes-nightmare-after-son-died-during-nursery-naptime/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/mum-describes-nightmare-after-son-died-during-nursery-naptime/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK households could be issued extra DWP handouts after 'eligibility change' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK households could be issued extra DWP handouts after 'eligibility change'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-could-be-issued-extra-dwp-handouts-after-eligibility-change-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-could-be-issued-extra-dwp-handouts-after-eligibility-change-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University launches falcon nest livestream]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four peregrine falcon eggs have already been laid in the University of Birmingham clock tower.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/university-launches-falcon-nest-livestream/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/university-launches-falcon-nest-livestream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK travel company collapses with holidays cancelled and NO refunds - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK travel company collapses with holidays cancelled and NO refunds&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-travel-company-collapses-with-holidays-cancelled-and-no-refunds-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-travel-company-collapses-with-holidays-cancelled-and-no-refunds-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Car cannibals' duo strip 98 vehicles between them]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mohammed Khan and Mohammed Haydar are filmed bragging about their offending.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/car-cannibals-duo-strip-98-vehicles-between-them/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/car-cannibals-duo-strip-98-vehicles-between-them/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[25 ‘rodent-contaminated’ cakes, biscuits and fruit pulled from UK shelves - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[25 &lsquo;rodent-contaminated&rsquo; cakes, biscuits and fruit pulled from UK shelves&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/25-rodent-contaminated-cakes-biscuits-and-fruit-pulled-from-uk-shelves-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/25-rodent-contaminated-cakes-biscuits-and-fruit-pulled-from-uk-shelves-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unite officials meet Reform UK to discuss Birmingham bin strike - Personnel Today]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unite officials meet Reform UK to discuss Birmingham bin strike&nbsp;&nbsp;Personnel Today]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/unite-officials-meet-reform-uk-to-discuss-birmingham-bin-strike-personnel-today/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/unite-officials-meet-reform-uk-to-discuss-birmingham-bin-strike-personnel-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lamborghini among 160,000 cars seized as uninsured driving peaks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seizure numbers hit a 17-year high as an estimated 300,000 uninsured vehicles are driven each day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lamborghini-among-160000-cars-seized-as-uninsured-driving-peaks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lamborghini-among-160000-cars-seized-as-uninsured-driving-peaks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman barred from UK flight after 'distressing' conversation at passport desk - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Woman barred from UK flight after 'distressing' conversation at passport desk&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/woman-barred-from-uk-flight-after-distressing-conversation-at-passport-desk-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/woman-barred-from-uk-flight-after-distressing-conversation-at-passport-desk-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uncertain future remains for UK's oldest cinema]]></title><description><![CDATA[Property firm Glenbrook is urged to "act in best interest of Birmingham" over the Electric Cinema.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uncertain-future-remains-for-uks-oldest-cinema/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uncertain-future-remains-for-uks-oldest-cinema/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Weekly quiz: How did a woman sabotage her own bid at Hollywood stardom?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With other stories ranging from dramatic organs to beloved moggies, can you score 100% in the news quiz?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-how-did-a-woman-sabotage-her-own-bid-at-hollywood-stardom/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/weekly-quiz-how-did-a-woman-sabotage-her-own-bid-at-hollywood-stardom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University campus to be home to padel centre]]></title><description><![CDATA[The three new courts will open in May, and will be run by The Padel Loft.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/university-campus-to-be-home-to-padel-centre/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/university-campus-to-be-home-to-padel-centre/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spectacular European nights the new normal for Villa under Emery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ten years ago, Aston Villa were relegated to English football's second tier for the first time since 1987. Now they are in their second European semi-final in three seasons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/spectacular-european-nights-the-new-normal-for-villa-under-emery/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 01:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/spectacular-european-nights-the-new-normal-for-villa-under-emery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man seriously injured in Birmingham stabbing - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Man seriously injured in Birmingham stabbing&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-seriously-injured-in-birmingham-stabbing-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-seriously-injured-in-birmingham-stabbing-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DHL staff at Jaguar Land Rover vote to strike]]></title><description><![CDATA[Up to 300 DHL logistics workers based at Jaguar Land Rover in Solihull vote to strike indefinitely.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dhl-staff-at-jaguar-land-rover-vote-to-strike/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dhl-staff-at-jaguar-land-rover-vote-to-strike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Changing tactics to chase play-offs cost Walsall - Byfield]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walsall head coach Darren Byfield admits a change in tactics ultimately cost the Saddlers a play-off spot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/changing-tactics-to-chase-play-offs-cost-walsall-byfield/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/changing-tactics-to-chase-play-offs-cost-walsall-byfield/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC sending 'automatic' bills to UK households after banks reported them - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC sending 'automatic' bills to UK households after banks reported them&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-sending-automatic-bills-to-uk-households-after-banks-reported-them-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-sending-automatic-bills-to-uk-households-after-banks-reported-them-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parents jailed over death of five-week-old girl]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sean Jefferson and Amy Clark are sentenced following a campaign of violence against baby Darcy-Leigh.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/parents-jailed-over-death-of-five-week-old-girl/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/parents-jailed-over-death-of-five-week-old-girl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Next weighing up a takeover of massive UK brand - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Next weighing up a takeover of massive UK brand&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/next-weighing-up-a-takeover-of-massive-uk-brand-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/next-weighing-up-a-takeover-of-massive-uk-brand-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[IKEA announces 'UK store first' because 'way people shop has changed' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[IKEA announces 'UK store first' because 'way people shop has changed'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ikea-announces-uk-store-first-because-way-people-shop-has-changed-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ikea-announces-uk-store-first-because-way-people-shop-has-changed-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK delivery firm collapses into administration - household parcels at risk - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK delivery firm collapses into administration - household parcels at risk&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-delivery-firm-collapses-into-administration-household-parcels-at-risk-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-delivery-firm-collapses-into-administration-household-parcels-at-risk-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We can stay up if we avoid a points deduction']]></title><description><![CDATA[Baggies fans have their say on the Championship relegation battle and whether Albion will stay up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/we-can-stay-up-if-we-avoid-a-points-deduction/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/we-can-stay-up-if-we-avoid-a-points-deduction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We are paying &pound;40k more a week for fuel']]></title><description><![CDATA[Fuel prices have soared for the Wednesbury business since the US-Israel war with Iran began.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/we-are-paying-pound40k-more-a-week-for-fuel/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/we-are-paying-pound40k-more-a-week-for-fuel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cabinet minister appears to blame Donald Trump for UK's economic struggle - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cabinet minister appears to blame Donald Trump for UK's economic struggle&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cabinet-minister-appears-to-blame-donald-trump-for-uks-economic-struggle-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/cabinet-minister-appears-to-blame-donald-trump-for-uks-economic-struggle-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aldi donates over 710,000 meals to UK families this Easter - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aldi donates over 710,000 meals to UK families this Easter&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/aldi-donates-over-710000-meals-to-uk-families-this-easter-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/aldi-donates-over-710000-meals-to-uk-families-this-easter-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK retailer shuts 137 locations and completely disappears from high street - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK retailer shuts 137 locations and completely disappears from high street&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-retailer-shuts-137-locations-and-completely-disappears-from-high-street-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-retailer-shuts-137-locations-and-completely-disappears-from-high-street-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK faces shortage of three supermarket staples by summer - full list - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK faces shortage of three supermarket staples by summer - full list&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-faces-shortage-of-three-supermarket-staples-by-summer-full-list-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-faces-shortage-of-three-supermarket-staples-by-summer-full-list-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tesco issues major warning and tells UK households of 'potential implications' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tesco issues major warning and tells UK households of 'potential implications'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tesco-issues-major-warning-and-tells-uk-households-of-potential-implications-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/tesco-issues-major-warning-and-tells-uk-households-of-potential-implications-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reform UK says 'judge us in Dudley, not from miles away' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Reform UK says 'judge us in Dudley, not from miles away'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-uk-says-judge-us-in-dudley-not-from-miles-away-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/reform-uk-says-judge-us-in-dudley-not-from-miles-away-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Great' change for UK households without driveways with &pound;500 payouts - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA['Great' change for UK households without driveways with &pound;500 payouts&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/great-change-for-uk-households-without-driveways-with-pound500-payouts-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/great-change-for-uk-households-without-driveways-with-pound500-payouts-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[85,000 UK households face visit at home over their tumble dryer - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[85,000 UK households face visit at home over their tumble dryer&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/85000-uk-households-face-visit-at-home-over-their-tumble-dryer-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/85000-uk-households-face-visit-at-home-over-their-tumble-dryer-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC sending UK households £2,700 tax bills over savings interest - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC sending UK households &pound;2,700 tax bills over savings interest&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-sending-uk-households-2700-tax-bills-over-savings-interest-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-sending-uk-households-2700-tax-bills-over-savings-interest-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why are the 2026 local elections so significant in the West Midlands?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Political editor Elizabeth Glinka explains the significance of the 14 elections across the region.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/why-are-the-2026-local-elections-so-significant-in-the-west-midlands/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/why-are-the-2026-local-elections-so-significant-in-the-west-midlands/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hospital plans new children's respiratory service]]></title><description><![CDATA[The service at Cannock Chase Hospital is expected to support patients from Sandwell and Walsall as well.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hospital-plans-new-childrens-respiratory-service/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hospital-plans-new-childrens-respiratory-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Migrants making false domestic abuse claims to stay in UK, BBC investigation finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the third part of an undercover investigation, the BBC reveals how rules aimed at protecting abuse victims are being exploited.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/migrants-making-false-domestic-abuse-claims-to-stay-in-uk-bbc-investigation-finds/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/migrants-making-false-domestic-abuse-claims-to-stay-in-uk-bbc-investigation-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creative agency partners with Flixbus to deliver biggest UK campaign - Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce]]></title><description><![CDATA[Creative agency partners with Flixbus to deliver biggest UK campaign&nbsp;&nbsp;Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/creative-agency-partners-with-flixbus-to-deliver-biggest-uk-campaign-greater-birmingham-chambers-of-commerce/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/creative-agency-partners-with-flixbus-to-deliver-biggest-uk-campaign-greater-birmingham-chambers-of-commerce/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What &pound;200 buys in Birmingham property market vs UK's most expensive areas - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[What &pound;200 buys in Birmingham property market vs UK's most expensive areas&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-pound200-buys-in-birmingham-property-market-vs-uks-most-expensive-areas-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/what-pound200-buys-in-birmingham-property-market-vs-uks-most-expensive-areas-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Petsitter who beat dogs handed animal ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paige Williams, 26, from Knowle, sought to charge a family &pound;1,400 to care for their pets.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/petsitter-who-beat-dogs-handed-animal-ban/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/petsitter-who-beat-dogs-handed-animal-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Appeal after man found unconscious on path dies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police investigating Michael Bennett's death say they are trying to understand how he was injured.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/appeal-after-man-found-unconscious-on-path-dies/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/appeal-after-man-found-unconscious-on-path-dies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK energy firm collapses into administration leaving all staff without jobs - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK energy firm collapses into administration leaving all staff without jobs&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-energy-firm-collapses-into-administration-leaving-all-staff-without-jobs-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-energy-firm-collapses-into-administration-leaving-all-staff-without-jobs-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Campervans and motorhomes to be banned from popular UK tourist spot - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Campervans and motorhomes to be banned from popular UK tourist spot&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/campervans-and-motorhomes-to-be-banned-from-popular-uk-tourist-spot-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/campervans-and-motorhomes-to-be-banned-from-popular-uk-tourist-spot-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Popular UK pizzeria with Birmingham restaurant announces closure of 16 locations - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Popular UK pizzeria with Birmingham restaurant announces closure of 16 locations&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/popular-uk-pizzeria-with-birmingham-restaurant-announces-closure-of-16-locations-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/popular-uk-pizzeria-with-birmingham-restaurant-announces-closure-of-16-locations-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How did Panesar sign for Pelsall?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England international Monty Panesar is playing for Pelsall Cricket Club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-did-panesar-sign-for-pelsall/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-did-panesar-sign-for-pelsall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School rents kitchen to restaurant to raise funds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Billesley Primary School in Birmingham is launching Eat School Rent, to raise additional funds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/school-rents-kitchen-to-restaurant-to-raise-funds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/school-rents-kitchen-to-restaurant-to-raise-funds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best SUV in UK named - with Volvo beaten into second place - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Best SUV in UK named - with Volvo beaten into second place&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/best-suv-in-uk-named-with-volvo-beaten-into-second-place-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/best-suv-in-uk-named-with-volvo-beaten-into-second-place-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Whistle firm discovers Titanic link after boss watches 1997 film]]></title><description><![CDATA[Simon Topman made the connection during the scene where Rose blows a whistle to attract rescuers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/whistle-firm-discovers-titanic-link-after-boss-watches-1997-film/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/whistle-firm-discovers-titanic-link-after-boss-watches-1997-film/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doctor who repeatedly attacked woman suspended]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr Muhammad Imran slapped, punched and pushed a woman he was in a relationship with.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/doctor-who-repeatedly-attacked-woman-suspended/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/doctor-who-repeatedly-attacked-woman-suspended/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5.6 million overpaying tax after HMRC error with UK households warned - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[5.6 million overpaying tax after HMRC error with UK households warned&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/56-million-overpaying-tax-after-hmrc-error-with-uk-households-warned-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/56-million-overpaying-tax-after-hmrc-error-with-uk-households-warned-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trio accused of damaging 'Israeli weapon parts' firm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three people are remanded in custody after &pound;2.4m of damage was caused in a break-in, a court hears.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/trio-accused-of-damaging-israeli-weapon-parts-firm/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/trio-accused-of-damaging-israeli-weapon-parts-firm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lidl set to open 50 UK stores - and its first pub - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lidl set to open 50 UK stores - and its first pub&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lidl-set-to-open-50-uk-stores-and-its-first-pub-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lidl-set-to-open-50-uk-stores-and-its-first-pub-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Lyndon Laney shaped the sound of a generation of musicians']]></title><description><![CDATA[The innovator is described as "one of the true pioneers of British musical equipment".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lyndon-laney-shaped-the-sound-of-a-generation-of-musicians/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/lyndon-laney-shaped-the-sound-of-a-generation-of-musicians/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Air ambulance sees fuel costs double amid Iran war]]></title><description><![CDATA[Conflict between the USA and Iran is causing "substantial additional pressure" for the charity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/air-ambulance-sees-fuel-costs-double-amid-iran-war/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/air-ambulance-sees-fuel-costs-double-amid-iran-war/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RAF Typhoons scrambled as suspected Russian bomber approaches UK airspace - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[RAF Typhoons scrambled as suspected Russian bomber approaches UK airspace&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/raf-typhoons-scrambled-as-suspected-russian-bomber-approaches-uk-airspace-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/raf-typhoons-scrambled-as-suspected-russian-bomber-approaches-uk-airspace-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham City footballer charged with drink driving after collision - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City footballer charged with drink driving after collision&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-city-footballer-charged-with-drink-driving-after-collision-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-city-footballer-charged-with-drink-driving-after-collision-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside the power struggle at Reform UK Birmingham - birminghamdispatch.co.uk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Inside the power struggle at Reform UK Birmingham&nbsp;&nbsp;birminghamdispatch.co.uk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/inside-the-power-struggle-at-reform-uk-birmingham-birminghamdispatchcouk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/inside-the-power-struggle-at-reform-uk-birmingham-birminghamdispatchcouk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham's Ducksch charged with drink driving]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City striker Marvin Ducksch is charged with drink driving following a three-vehicle collision on Easter Monday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birminghams-ducksch-charged-with-drink-driving/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birminghams-ducksch-charged-with-drink-driving/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How much is council tax and what does it pay for?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council tax bills will go up across England, Wales and Scotland from 1 April 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-much-is-council-tax-and-what-does-it-pay-for/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/how-much-is-council-tax-and-what-does-it-pay-for/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Birmingham Bullring store announced that's loved by celebrities - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Birmingham Bullring store announced that's loved by celebrities&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-birmingham-bullring-store-announced-thats-loved-by-celebrities-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-birmingham-bullring-store-announced-thats-loved-by-celebrities-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walsall must use Cheltenham defeat as fuel - Kanu]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walsall need to win all three remaining games and hope results go their way to reach play-offs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-must-use-cheltenham-defeat-as-fuel-kanu/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-must-use-cheltenham-defeat-as-fuel-kanu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC begins 'random security checks' and looking into UK households - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC begins 'random security checks' and looking into UK households&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-begins-random-security-checks-and-looking-into-uk-households-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-begins-random-security-checks-and-looking-into-uk-households-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burglars who used Rightmove to plan raids jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The gang gloated about their crimes while two of them referred to themselves as Bonnie and Clyde.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/burglars-who-used-rightmove-to-plan-raids-jailed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/burglars-who-used-rightmove-to-plan-raids-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jet2 issues announcement for UK tourists flying to 'mainland Spain' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jet2 issues announcement for UK tourists flying to 'mainland Spain'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jet2-issues-announcement-for-uk-tourists-flying-to-mainland-spain-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/jet2-issues-announcement-for-uk-tourists-flying-to-mainland-spain-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arsonist convicted of killing man in house fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daniel Gardner died in hospital after he was injured in the house fire in September 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/arsonist-convicted-of-killing-man-in-house-fire/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/arsonist-convicted-of-killing-man-in-house-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans for new 2,700 plot cemetery submitted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over 2,700 new plots would be built on land between Handsworth Cemetery and Sandwell Park Golf Club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/plans-for-new-2700-plot-cemetery-submitted/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/plans-for-new-2700-plot-cemetery-submitted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[18 bread loaves recalled in UK over 'rodent contamination' - full list - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[18 bread loaves recalled in UK over 'rodent contamination' - full list&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/18-bread-loaves-recalled-in-uk-over-rodent-contamination-full-list-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/18-bread-loaves-recalled-in-uk-over-rodent-contamination-full-list-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Severn Trent pays £4.6m in record pollution levies]]></title><description><![CDATA[The company paid the highest total to the Environment Agency for pollution and poor performance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/severn-trent-pays-46m-in-record-pollution-levies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/severn-trent-pays-46m-in-record-pollution-levies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rocky Horror show Trailer- touring in Wolverhampton, Birmingham and around the UK - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rocky Horror show Trailer- touring in Wolverhampton, Birmingham and around the UK&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rocky-horror-show-trailer-touring-in-wolverhampton-birmingham-and-around-the-uk-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rocky-horror-show-trailer-touring-in-wolverhampton-birmingham-and-around-the-uk-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New 'confusing' British passport rule leaving UK tourists stranded at airports - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[New 'confusing' British passport rule leaving UK tourists stranded at airports&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-confusing-british-passport-rule-leaving-uk-tourists-stranded-at-airports-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-confusing-british-passport-rule-leaving-uk-tourists-stranded-at-airports-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham Airport McDonald’s latest: Solihull Council planning round-up - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham Airport McDonald&rsquo;s latest: Solihull Council planning round-up&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-airport-mcdonalds-latest-solihull-council-planning-round-up-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-airport-mcdonalds-latest-solihull-council-planning-round-up-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iceland makes change to stores which 'goes beyond' other UK supermarkets - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Iceland makes change to stores which 'goes beyond' other UK supermarkets&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/iceland-makes-change-to-stores-which-goes-beyond-other-uk-supermarkets-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/iceland-makes-change-to-stores-which-goes-beyond-other-uk-supermarkets-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Changes to ballot papers and postal votes - what to expect in the local elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ballot papers could be much longer than normal in parts of South and West Yorkshire.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/changes-to-ballot-papers-and-postal-votes-what-to-expect-in-the-local-elections/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/changes-to-ballot-papers-and-postal-votes-what-to-expect-in-the-local-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Taco Bell to open first Birmingham city centre branch - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taco Bell to open first Birmingham city centre branch&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/taco-bell-to-open-first-birmingham-city-centre-branch-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/taco-bell-to-open-first-birmingham-city-centre-branch-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HMRC slapping thousands of UK households with effective 71% tax rate - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[HMRC slapping thousands of UK households with effective 71% tax rate&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-slapping-thousands-of-uk-households-with-effective-71-tax-rate-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/hmrc-slapping-thousands-of-uk-households-with-effective-71-tax-rate-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plan put forward to increase UK motorway speed limit to 80mph - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plan put forward to increase UK motorway speed limit to 80mph&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/plan-put-forward-to-increase-uk-motorway-speed-limit-to-80mph-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/plan-put-forward-to-increase-uk-motorway-speed-limit-to-80mph-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bollywood star Asha Bosle a part of the family, restaurant says]]></title><description><![CDATA[Asha's Birmingham pays tribute to its founder and legendary Bollywood star Asha Bhosle who has died.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bollywood-star-asha-bosle-a-part-of-the-family-restaurant-says/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/bollywood-star-asha-bosle-a-part-of-the-family-restaurant-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[£19.7m boost for libraries, theatres and museums]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thirteen cultural sites across the West Midlands handed cash to boost accessibility to the arts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/197m-boost-for-libraries-theatres-and-museums/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/197m-boost-for-libraries-theatres-and-museums/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The people making the case for the economic benefits of HS2]]></title><description><![CDATA[The line could cost &pound;100bn but HS2 says it is spearheading wider regeneration in the West Midlands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-people-making-the-case-for-the-economic-benefits-of-hs2/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/the-people-making-the-case-for-the-economic-benefits-of-hs2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pret A Manger classic missing from shelves as UK faces 'shortage' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pret A Manger classic missing from shelves as UK faces 'shortage'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/pret-a-manger-classic-missing-from-shelves-as-uk-faces-shortage-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/pret-a-manger-classic-missing-from-shelves-as-uk-faces-shortage-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Foreign Office urges UK tourists to 'remain vigilant' after 'explosions' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Foreign Office urges UK tourists to 'remain vigilant' after 'explosions'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foreign-office-urges-uk-tourists-to-remain-vigilant-after-explosions-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/foreign-office-urges-uk-tourists-to-remain-vigilant-after-explosions-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Terror probe after break-in at business]]></title><description><![CDATA[Security staff alerted police following a break in at a business premises.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/terror-probe-after-break-in-at-business/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/terror-probe-after-break-in-at-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK households issued one week deadline by government in April - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK households issued one week deadline by government in April&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-issued-one-week-deadline-by-government-in-april-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-issued-one-week-deadline-by-government-in-april-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK handed a '3-day working week' at end of 2026 - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK handed a '3-day working week' at end of 2026&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-handed-a-3-day-working-week-at-end-of-2026-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-handed-a-3-day-working-week-at-end-of-2026-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All the NatWest branches closing down in UK next month - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[All the NatWest branches closing down in UK next month&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/all-the-natwest-branches-closing-down-in-uk-next-month-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/all-the-natwest-branches-closing-down-in-uk-next-month-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-England spinner Panesar joins village side]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England spin bowler Monty Panesar signs to play for West Midlands village side Pelsall this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-england-spinner-panesar-joins-village-side/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/ex-england-spinner-panesar-joins-village-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New DWP pension rule could impact 20 million UK households - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[New DWP pension rule could impact 20 million UK households&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-dwp-pension-rule-could-impact-20-million-uk-households-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/new-dwp-pension-rule-could-impact-20-million-uk-households-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Popular UK restaurant with 45 locations announces shock closure - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Popular UK restaurant with 45 locations announces shock closure&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/popular-uk-restaurant-with-45-locations-announces-shock-closure-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/popular-uk-restaurant-with-45-locations-announces-shock-closure-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should Ozzy the bull be given 'silly outfits'?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some are not happy at seeing the 33ft-tall bull in New Street station dressed up for events.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/should-ozzy-the-bull-be-given-silly-outfits/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/should-ozzy-the-bull-be-given-silly-outfits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[£1,000 alert to UK households over two-metre garden rule - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[&pound;1,000 alert to UK households over two-metre garden rule&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/1000-alert-to-uk-households-over-two-metre-garden-rule-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/1000-alert-to-uk-households-over-two-metre-garden-rule-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who threw girlfriend from tower block jailed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jordan Herring, 22, is jailed for five years following the attack in November 2022.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-who-threw-girlfriend-from-tower-block-jailed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/man-who-threw-girlfriend-from-tower-block-jailed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trolleybuses to return to museum's streets]]></title><description><![CDATA[They will run on a longer route at the venue's new 1940-60s high street to replicate bygone days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/trolleybuses-to-return-to-museums-streets/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/trolleybuses-to-return-to-museums-streets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walsall boss Byfield apologises for 'worst' display]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walsall interim boss Darren Byfield apologises to fans after their heaviest defeat of the season all but ended their fading play-off hopes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-boss-byfield-apologises-for-worst-display/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/walsall-boss-byfield-apologises-for-worst-display/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[We have complied with financial rules - West Brom]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Bromwich Albion insist they have "fully complied" with EFL's profit and sustainability rules after reports they could face a points deduction]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/we-have-complied-with-financial-rules-west-brom/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/we-have-complied-with-financial-rules-west-brom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Extra HMRC bill alert to UK households earning £60k or over - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Extra HMRC bill alert to UK households earning &pound;60k or over&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/extra-hmrc-bill-alert-to-uk-households-earning-60k-or-over-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/extra-hmrc-bill-alert-to-uk-households-earning-60k-or-over-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Illegal goods worth £124k seized in shop raids]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police and Trading Standards remove thousands of illegal tobacco products and other items.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/illegal-goods-worth-124k-seized-in-shop-raids/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/illegal-goods-worth-124k-seized-in-shop-raids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leaning leads Sussex to win over Warwickshire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jack Leaning hits an unbeaten 120 as Sussex beat Warwickshire by five wickets in County Championship Division One.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/leaning-leads-sussex-to-win-over-warwickshire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/leaning-leads-sussex-to-win-over-warwickshire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warning for UK households who have a lurcher pet dog - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warning for UK households who have a lurcher pet dog&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warning-for-uk-households-who-have-a-lurcher-pet-dog-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warning-for-uk-households-who-have-a-lurcher-pet-dog-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warning for all UK households who have a lurcher pet dog - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warning for all UK households who have a lurcher pet dog&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warning-for-all-uk-households-who-have-a-lurcher-pet-dog-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/warning-for-all-uk-households-who-have-a-lurcher-pet-dog-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major UK bank launches 4.5% Cash ISA for new tax year - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major UK bank launches 4.5% Cash ISA for new tax year&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-bank-launches-45-cash-isa-for-new-tax-year-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/major-uk-bank-launches-45-cash-isa-for-new-tax-year-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Men convicted over 100 hoax 999 calls]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zaynul Shaffi, 44, and Shahid Khan, 31, are convicted of intentionally causing a public nuisance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/men-convicted-over-100-hoax-999-calls/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/men-convicted-over-100-hoax-999-calls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Latest update on M6 lorry crash near Birmingham Airport - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Latest update on M6 lorry crash near Birmingham Airport&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/latest-update-on-m6-lorry-crash-near-birmingham-airport-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/latest-update-on-m6-lorry-crash-near-birmingham-airport-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK garden centre that supplied Morrisons collapses into administration - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK garden centre that supplied Morrisons collapses into administration&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-garden-centre-that-supplied-morrisons-collapses-into-administration-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-garden-centre-that-supplied-morrisons-collapses-into-administration-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rachel Reeves 'planning' new cost-of-living payments for UK households - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rachel Reeves 'planning' new cost-of-living payments for UK households&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rachel-reeves-planning-new-cost-of-living-payments-for-uk-households-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/rachel-reeves-planning-new-cost-of-living-payments-for-uk-households-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham museum collection centre - Yahoo News UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham museum collection centre&nbsp;&nbsp;Yahoo News UK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-museum-collection-centre-yahoo-news-uk/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/birmingham-museum-collection-centre-yahoo-news-uk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham museum collection centre - 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Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK households face &pound;480 hit from Iran war, Resolution Foundation warns&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-face-480-hit-from-iran-war-resolution-foundation-warns-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-face-480-hit-from-iran-war-resolution-foundation-warns-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DWP rule leaving UK households with children born after 2013 'scarred' - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[DWP rule leaving UK households with children born after 2013 'scarred'&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dwp-rule-leaving-uk-households-with-children-born-after-2013-scarred-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/dwp-rule-leaving-uk-households-with-children-born-after-2013-scarred-birmingham-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UK households handed &pound;9,400 after 'one phone call' to HMRC - Birmingham Live]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK households handed &pound;9,400 after 'one phone call' to HMRC&nbsp;&nbsp;Birmingham Live]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-handed-pound9400-after-one-phone-call-to-hmrc-birmingham-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/region/birmingham/uk-households-handed-pound9400-after-one-phone-call-to-hmrc-birmingham-live/</guid></item></channel></rss>