Bishop Fleming takes on more apprentices
73 new recruits join firm Accountancy and advisory firm Bishop Fleming has welcomed 73 new apprentices across its South West and West Midlands
Business News
Jobs
People
Politics
Charlie Kirk assasinated aged 31
US political activist and close Trump ally, Charlie Kirk, has been assassinated at a campus event in Utah the US President has confirmed.
Life Sciences
Tech
Hallmarq showcases motion correction software
One of the world’s leading veterinary imaging specialists will unveil the latest advancement to its cutting-edge motion correction software at a top industry
Birmingham
Crime
150 extra WM police officers
The West Midlands is set to receive 150 additional police officers as part of a drive to strengthen neighbourhood policing across the region.
Bromsgrove
Politics
MP pledge: monthly coffee mornings
Bradley Thomas MP has confirmed his coffee mornings will continue into the autumn, following a summer tour across Bromsgrove and the surrounding villages.
Culture
Politics
Childcare savings for Brum parents
Parents in Birmingham Edgbaston are being urged to take advantage of a major cost-of-living boost, with new government-funded childcare and holiday support set
Business News
DJH acquires Haines Watts offices
Stoke-on-Trent-based accountancy firm DJH has acquired Haines Watts offices in Chester, Liverpool and Wirral. The deal takes DJH’s turnover to £61.5 million, with
Business News
Eatery’s £1,350 for local causes
A much-loved Wolverhampton restaurant has marked its 15th anniversary by raising funds for three local charities. COSMO Wolverhampton, the world banqueting restaurant based
Kenilworth
Bertie the Kenilworth canine
West Midlands Railway is celebrating International Dog Day by announcing its very first four-legged station adopter – a six-year-old border terrier called Bertie.
Birmingham
Business News
Taqi’s Grill shortlisted for honour
Celebrating small and independent restaurants Taqi’s Grill in Sparkbrook, Birmingham, is among the national finalists for Uber Eats’ 2025 Restaurant of the Year