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2026 Lichfield Festival details revealed

2026-04-10T21:21:31+01:00

Lichfield Festival has announced an exciting 2026 programme which brings together an eclectic mix of artistic events and innovative performances, spanning drama, dance, literature, comedy, and music of every kind.

Coronation Street star Tina O’Brien enjoys a wild day out at Twycross Zoo with son Beau

2026-04-10T21:17:28+01:00

Visitors making the most of the Easter weekend at Twycross Zoo were in for a surprise on Good Friday, as Coronation Street favourite Tina O’Brien was spotted on a family day out with her young son, Beau.

Preview events set for Halesowen town centre improvement plans

2026-04-10T21:12:09+01:00

There will be a series of preview events next week regarding the proposed £20 million package of improvements for Halesowen town centre.

Tribute paid to much-loved Alexander Stadium resident cat

2026-04-10T21:08:09+01:00

Tribute are being paid to a much-loved resident cat at Alexander Stadium in Birmingham, who was said to have passed away at the start of April.

New customer hub opens at Euston ready to better support station users

2026-04-09T20:40:32+01:00

Passengers travelling through London Euston will benefit from a brand‑new customer information hub after main line services resumed, which now makes it quicker and easier for people to get the help they need.

The Grand Hotel Birmingham celebrating five years since its reopening

2026-04-09T20:29:52+01:00

On May 18^th, 2021, The Grand Hotel Birmingham reopened its doors following a £50 million restoration, ending nearly two decades of closure, and heralding a new era for one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.

Last affordable apartment remains at five-star Northfield development

2026-04-09T20:27:03+01:00

Birmingham home hunters have one final chance to secure an affordable apartment built by a five-star homebuilder.

New look Peaky Blinders mural now on Hill Street, in Birmingham

2026-04-08T10:37:50+01:00

A new look for the iconic Peaky Blinders mural is now live on Hill Street, near Birmingham New Street station in celebration of the Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man film released last month on Netflix.

The 1975's Ross MacDonald sets off on 1000-mile charity bike ride for Nordoff & Robbins

2026-04-08T10:31:24+01:00

Ross MacDonald, bassist from The 1975 and Brian MacDonald, bassist from American pop-rock band PVRIS, have set off on their ultimate UK cycling challenge, riding from Land’s End to John O’ Groats across two weeks to raise money for music therapy charity, Nordoff and Robbins.

Exhibition inspiring powerful South Asian reflections

2026-04-07T11:53:28+01:00

Hundreds of visitors have shared personal reflections on South Asian identity, migration and belonging at a Coventry exhibition, as a new pop-up programme invites more residents to contribute their stories.

Youth Charter calls for Glasgow 2026 to deliver a Commonwealth youth legacy of hope and opportunity

2026-04-07T11:50:48+01:00

The Youth Charter has called on Commonwealth leaders, governments and sporting institutions to ensure that the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow deliver a lasting legacy of hope and opportunity for young people across the Commonwealth.

Acas calls on employers not to get left behind on changes to parental leave

2026-04-06T18:40:23+01:00

The Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas) has welcomed strong employer awareness of new paternity and parental leave rules coming into effect this month, while encouraging remaining businesses to get up to speed.

Forming Tory minister, Gove, admits crush on ‘gorgeous’ Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood

2026-04-06T17:30:55+01:00

Former Conservative minister Michael Gove admitted searching online for images of “gorgeous” Shabana Mahmood, after he confessed that he has a crush on the Home Secretary.

UKRI announces £50m for Safer Streets Challenges

2026-04-06T17:25:09+01:00

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has launched five Safer Streets Challenges backed by £50 million of funding, as part of the government's £500 million Research & Development Missions Accelerator Programme (R&D MAP).

Pope Leo calls for global leaders to choose peace in first Easter Mass

2026-04-05T19:51:33+01:00

Thousands of worshippers flocked to St Peter's Square to hear Pope Leo XIV deliver his first Easter Mass address as pontiff.

Spring at Norton Priory: Easter Adventures, Phantoms Extended and Events for All Ages

2026-04-05T19:35:13+01:00

Runcorn, Cheshire - April 2026: Spring has arrived at Norton Priory Museum & Gardens and with it comes a packed programme of Easter activities, family events and unique experiences set across 42 acres of woodland, gardens and historic ruins.