The hidden cost of green policy
The career-boosting falsehood of today’s net zero religion The green agenda has become untouchable. Net zero strategies, clean transport, low-emission zones and sustainability
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Leadership
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We need leadership, not management
I wanna believe Rachel Reeves, but I’m having trouble – and I think I’ve worked out why The Chancellor’s been out warming up
Birmingham
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Brum business: Hidden reality
Birmingham’s secret business collapse: The truth beneath the bravado Business people are rarely short of good news. Attend any chamber of commerce lunch
Birmingham
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Sabbath and Brum: Global brand
Ozzy, Sabbath and Birmingham: A global brand forged in steel and song Black Sabbath isn’t just a band. They’re an in economic engine.
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Villa v Tel Aviv: Legal reckoning
When politics steps onto the pitch: Aston Villa v Tel Aviv decision and the quiet reckoning to come There is a judicial review
Birmingham
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Equal pay chaos
Labour’s billion pound betrayal So, the long‑awaited equal pay deal is finally here. And how do Birmingham City Council and the unions mark
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Parker’s bold growth plan
A blueprint of bravery, credibility and delivery It takes a certain kind of political courage to put your neck on the block. But
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Western Midlands skills gap
The skills gap that is breaking the West Midlands The West Midlands is quietly suffering from a crisis that threatens to stall its
Birmingham
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Brum politics at breaking point
One moment, Labour’s in full stride, running Europe’s largest council and preaching renewal and reform. The next, its councillors are walking out, its
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Andy Burnham: Pretender King
It was all just a bit of theatre for him Andy Burnham was never really serious about leading the Labour Party. It was