Solihull news

• Are you missing out on free childcare? Thousands of Brummies are

  03-08-2017 23:49
  
  New official figures reveal only around six in 10 eligible children in the city are benefitting from the policy
  
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• This is how many schoolchildren are being expelled EVERY DAY

  03-08-2017 23:47
  
  New Government statistics reveal an increase in the number of permanent and fixed-period exclusions
  
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• New plans mean students could SUE universities over breach of contract

  03-08-2017 23:47
  
  All institutions may have to draw up contracts with new students setting out what they can expect from their degree courses
  
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• The real reason Facebook doesn't let under-13s sign up for site

  03-08-2017 23:46
  
  What many mums and dads aren’t aware of is that there’s an age limit for your children to have accounts in their own name - like on Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, YouTube and Whatsapp
  
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• TVs and fridges should carry cyber security rating, police say

  03-08-2017 23:45
  
  Analysts have forecast that by 2020 there will be as many as 21 billion connected devices used by businesses and consumers around the world
  
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• The staggering number of gig tickets ending up on secondary seller websites

  03-08-2017 23:45
  
  Tickets appearing on sites such as Viagogo, GetMeIn!, Seatwave and StubHub as soon as any major event goes in sale is now "the norm", Which? found
  
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• Millions are waiting more than a WEEK for doctors appointments - and things may get worse

  03-08-2017 23:45
  
  Data from the Royal College of GPs (RCGP) suggests that, if current trends continue, the number of patients waiting more than a week will jump by a quarter
  
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• Amazing photos show inside brain bank with more than 1,000 stored

  03-08-2017 23:45
  
  Behind-the-scenes pictures show brains suspended in buckets, slicing boards and test tubes packed with paint-like substances
  
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• Mum of Spice drug victim hopes others learn from his death

  03-08-2017 23:44
  
  Spice, popular among the homeless community, can cause hallucinations, psychosis and paranoia
  
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• How rising chocolate bar costs are being caused by 'shrinkflation'

  03-08-2017 23:44
  
  The statistics agency said chocolate manufacturers had blamed the drop in size on the rising cost of raw materials
  
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• These are the most annoying office phrases and buzzwords

  03-08-2017 23:43
  
  One of the more bizarre phrases complained about in a survey of 2,000 workers was "if you don't like it, get off the bus"
  
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• These are the sun protection mistakes you're making on holiday

  03-08-2017 23:26
  
  Heatwaves are expected and soaring temperatures will be enjoyed - so take care of yourself
  
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• All the things that will happen to you while taking your kids on a family road trip

  03-08-2017 23:25
  
  There’s something magical about packing the boot, buckling your seatbelt and setting off on an adventure
  
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• Holidaymakers warned by dentist to check TEETH before flying

  03-08-2017 23:23
  
  Flight crews are also being advised to make sure their teeth are in perfect health or they too could suffer while high in the skies
  
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• Spanish holiday hotspots approve alcohol-free plans for bullfights

  03-08-2017 23:20
  
  The time that each bull spends in the ring should be limited to 10 minutes and each bullfight last for 30 minutes maximum, says the new law
  
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• The 12 weird laws you've almost certainly broken

  03-08-2017 23:10
  
  Switching the burglar alarm on, carrying your DIY shopping home and hanging out the washing could land you in big trouble
  
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• Amazing aerial views show how Birmingham looked back in the 1920s, 30s and 40s

  03-08-2017 23:00
  
  Travel into the past to see how Victoria Square, New Street and Snow Hill stations, St Philip’s Cathedral, Birmingham University and the Longbridge plant looked in times gone by
  
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• This pilot reveals all you need to know if you're afraid of flying

  03-08-2017 22:55
  
  According to research, as many as one in six people have a fear of flying
  
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• The things you should never do before going to bed

  03-08-2017 22:55
  
  Sleep experts have their say on the best way to prepare for bed, if we plan to nod off at 11pm...
  
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• This is how physical bouncers are LEGALLY entitled to be

  03-08-2017 22:53
  
  Doormen are not free to engage in excessive force or violence as they see fit
  
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• Why you may want to give up drinking cider IMMEDIATELY

  03-08-2017 22:35
  
  You may have to re-think your drink order
  
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• What eating a Big Mac does to your body - in one hour

  03-08-2017 22:35
  
  The company's staple burger, the Big Mac, is the go-to treat for many McDonald's diners
  
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• These are the benefits of working at Aldi, Odeon and Cineworld

  03-08-2017 22:33
  
  There are thousands and thousands of jobs listed on our recruitment site
  
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• Why you shouldn't stop your child playing on the swings

  03-08-2017 22:30
  
  New research has revealed playing on the swings is good for kids under the age of five
  
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• The 10 areas of Birmingham with the fattest kids

  03-08-2017 22:30
  
  New data released today shows obesity rates in council ward areas in our city
  
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• These 30 unexpected bills will cost you THOUSANDS over a lifetime

  03-08-2017 22:22
  
  The research was carried out by leading online lender MYJAR
  
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• Success for Municipal bowls club - Solihull Observer

  03-08-2017 21:11 via solihullobserver.co.uk
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  Success for Municipal bowls club
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  BOWLS: SOLIHULL Municipal Bowls Club left Wolvey with two titles after playing in the Warwickshire County Bowls Association Finals Day. Having won the Ivens Cup last year, the Muni again qualified as Birmingham Area winners to go to the county finals ...
  
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• The most valuable plastic £5 notes revealed: Are you carrying one of these in your pocket right now?

  03-08-2017 21:00
  
  Some of the new polymer fivers are selling for £200 and up - but what serial numbers should you be looking out for?
  
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• Ten times The Simpsons predicted the future - including Donald Trump being elected US president

  03-08-2017 21:00
  
  The show has a weird habit of getting things right
  
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• Some Kodi addons are still working amid illegal streaming clampdown

  03-08-2017 21:00
  
  More and more add-ons for the service are shutting down amid the clampdown
  
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• National Lottery set for a shakeup - this is how it will affect you

  03-08-2017 21:00
  
  Camelot, who organise Lotto, say ticket prices could be cut - and extra balls discarded
  
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• Most valuable coins in the UK: Check if you have one of these in your pocket

  03-08-2017 21:00
  
  You might be richer than you think - see some of the coins which are worth rather more than they say
  
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• Installing Kodi: Here's how to get the app on your Android phone or tablet

  03-08-2017 21:00
  
  Kodi is available on the Google Play store, meaning installation couldn't be simpler
  
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• How much money do strippers earn? This is how much lapdancers were making at Birmingham's Legs 11

  03-08-2017 21:00
  
  Famous Legs 11 club in city’s Broad Street closed after a probe into ‘criminal operation run from business’
  
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• Britain First: Who are the group and what are their beliefs?

  03-08-2017 21:00
  
  West Midlands Police said there would be a “highly visible” police presence in the city on Saturday
  
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• Astral sex: The new trend that it's claimed can 'protect you from STDs and pregnancy'

  03-08-2017 21:00
  
  You can train yourself to experience an out-of-body moment when, er, in the moment
  
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• Are you allowed to drive barefoot or in flip-flops? The law explained

  03-08-2017 21:00
  
  Is this legal - and what does the law state around driving in particular pieces of footwear?
  
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• Fiacre Kelleher: Solihull Moors sign defender on loan from Oxford United - BBC Sport

  03-08-2017 20:42 via bbc.co.uk
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  Fiacre Kelleher: Solihull Moors sign defender on loan from Oxford United
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  Solihull Moors have signed defender Fiacre Kelleher from League One side Oxford United on loan until January. The 21-year-old joined the U's from Celtic on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee in June. "With Mike Williamson joining Curtis Nelson ...
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  Defender makes temporary switch to the MoorsVitalfootballall 3 news articles 
  
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• Fiacre Kelleher: Solihull Moors sign defender on loan from Oxford ... - BBC Sport

  03-08-2017 20:42 via bbc.co.uk
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  Fiacre Kelleher: Solihull Moors sign defender on loan from Oxford ...
  BBC Sport
  Solihull Moors sign defender Fiacre Kelleher from League One side Oxford United on loan until January.
  Fiacre Kelleher loaned out by Oxford United to Solihull MoorsOxford Mail
  Defender makes temporary switch to the MoorsVitalfootballall 3 news articles »
  
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• Aston Manor prove too strong for Hampton and Solihull - Solihull Observer

  03-08-2017 20:11 via solihullobserver.co.uk
  Aston Manor prove too strong for Hampton and Solihull
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  CRICKET: BIG spending Aston Manor proved too strong for Hampton and Solihull on Saturday in their Warwickshire Premier Division clash. After a week of wet weather the pitch displayed a green tinge – and skipper Tim Keyte won the toss and opted to bowl, ...
  
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• Appeal after cyclist's jaw broken in Kidderminster street attack

  03-08-2017 19:49
  
  Victim also suffered bruising and swelling to face after assault on Stourport Road
  
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• Hawk leaves jogger with these bloody injuries after landing on his HEAD

  03-08-2017 19:40
  
  Harris Hawk thought to have caused the injuries
  
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• Donors who backed Owen Smith's leadership bid against Jeremy Corbyn are now donating to Chuka Umunna

  03-08-2017 18:59
  
  Business figures who donated to Owen Smith's leadership campaign have made large donations to Chuka Umunna, the Labour MP who led a rebellion against Jeremy Corbyn's Brexit policy
  
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• Police investigating double rape of 14-year-old girl appeal for two car drivers to come forward

  03-08-2017 18:03
  
  As part of the continued investigation into the second incident, officers are trying to track down two drivers who may have spoken to the victim before and after the attacks
  
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• New Great British Bake Off trailer revealed and when will it start on Channel 4?

  03-08-2017 18:00
  
  Everything we know about the new-look show with Sandi Toksvig, Prue Leith and Noel Fielding
  
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• Police watchdog launches investigation over Aston arrest video

  03-08-2017 17:48
  
  IPCC launches probe into use of force during arrest of men captured in viral footage
  
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• Dad got this tattoo on his head to surprise his sick daughter

  03-08-2017 17:47
  
  Gareth Hickenbottom-Marriot got inked to show support for daughter Briar who has Goldenhar syndrome
  
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• Children from poorer homes are two years behind in the classroom by the time they do their GCSEs

  03-08-2017 17:47
  
  New study reveals how poverty affects achievement at school, and the differences are visible in children as young as five
  
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• Man vs App: Is it faster to order through the Wetherspoons app or go to the bar?

  03-08-2017 17:42
  
  The pub chain's app is put to the test against going to the bar
  
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• Travellers return to millionaires' row - and squeeze through barricades

  03-08-2017 17:27
  
  Residents went to this length to stop travellers - and they still got in
  
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