Sep
2008
Articles from 29th Sep 2008
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David Cameron on the Conservative Party Conference
Sep 29 2008 | Birmingham News
WHERE better to have the largest conference we’ve had in recent times than in what is, outside of the capital, Britain’s economic powerhouse and most visited city. Read
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Birmingham car share lane branded a 'shambles'
Sep 29 2008 | Birmingham News
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Birmingham car share lane branded a 'shambles'
Sep 29 2008 | Birmingham News
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Gym for pensioners in Shard End
Sep 29 2008 | Birmingham News
A GERIATRIC gym has got pensioners pumping iron to stave off ailments and the onset of old age. Read
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B&B nationalisation confirmed
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Struggling mortgage lender Bradford & Bingley is to be nationalised, the Government confirmed. Read
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Ant and Dec survive Taliban attack
Sep 29 2008 | National News
TV stars Ant and Dec came under fire while visiting Afghanistan to present a bravery award to troops, it has emerged. Read
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Osborne to make keynote address
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Shadow chancellor George Osborne will seek to demonstrate he is ready to take charge of the Treasury as he promises to ensure the current economic turmoil "never happens again". Read
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Details of B&B rescue deal emerge
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Details have begun to emerge of the deal to save the ailing mortgage lender Bradford & Bingley. Read
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'Labour dishonest over stealth tax'
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Voters are less likely to support Labour because many feel the party has been "dishonest" in the way it raises so-called stealth taxes, according to a new survey. Read
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Homes sell for record discount
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Homes are selling for a record discount as house prices continue to tumble, figures have shown. Read
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Households pays £668,000 in tax
Sep 29 2008 | National News
The average British household faces a lifetime tax bill of £668,000 at current rates of taxation, it has been claimed. Read
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Rural housing waiting list grows
Sep 29 2008 | National News
The number of people on waiting lists for affordable housing in rural areas has soared by more than a third during the past five years, figures have shown. Read
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UK may get largest tidal farm
Sep 29 2008 | National News
The world's largest tidal-powered energy farm could be built in British waters, it was announced. Read
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Child web safety drive launched
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Websites could be asked to sign up to a voluntary code of conduct launched to protect young people online. Read
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Training pledge for ex-soldiers
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Ex-soldiers would be encouraged into teaching with the promise of free training under new Conservative plans. Read
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Brown 'seen as best in crisis'
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Gordon Brown is viewed by the public as better in a crisis than David Cameron, while support for Labour is showing signs of recovery, according to a new poll. Read
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Brown: Bail-out vote disappointing
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Prime Minister Gordon Brown has said the rejection of the 700 billion US dollar bail-out plan was "very disappointing". Read
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City braced after bail-out vote
Sep 29 2008 | National News
The City is bracing itself for further pain when markets open following the rejection of a 700 billion US dollar (£385 billion) bank bail-out. Read
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Osborne vows to freeze council tax
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Millions of households could enjoy a two-year freeze on council tax bills if Conservatives win power, shadow chancellor George Osborne has announced. Read
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Bradford & Bingley is nationalised
Sep 29 2008 | National News
The global credit crisis claimed its latest victims as the Government seized control of ailing mortgage lender Bradford & Bingley. Read
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Mortgage lending reaches record low
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Mortgage lending collapsed during August, plummeting by 95% during the month to hit a record low, figures have shown. Read
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Men deny petrol murder
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Two men have denied murdering a teenager who died after being tied to a tree and having petrol poured down his throat. Read
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Gary Glitter banned from travelling
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Convicted paedophile Gary Glitter has been banned from travelling to France and Spain under an order granted by magistrates. Read
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No UK charges for balcony leap dad
Sep 29 2008 | National News
No action is to be taken in the UK against a man who threw his six-year-old son to his death from a hotel balcony in Crete, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said. Read
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Prescription charges to be scrapped
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Health Minister Michael McGimpsey has announced plans to abolish prescription charges in Northern Ireland. Read
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Tories 'will make a difference'
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Shadow Chancellor George Osborne warned that the "Brown boom has ended in bust" as he insisted the Tories were up to running the British economy. Read
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Dad who killed girls 'no monster'
Sep 29 2008 | National News
A father who is believed to have smothered his two daughters was brave to do it, his mother reportedly said. Read
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Huge slump in mortgage lending
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Mortgage lending stalled during August, with advances diving to just 5% of the previous month's total, figures showed. Read
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PM hails child web safety drive
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Prime Minister Gordon Brown hailed a "path-breaking" new organisation designed to protect children online. Read
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Mortgage lender B&B nationalised
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Crisis-hit mortgage lender Bradford & Bingley has been nationalised and a new savings giant created in the latest upheaval for the British banking sector. Read
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Households pay £668,000 in tax
Sep 29 2008 | National News
The average British household faces a lifetime tax bill of £668,000 at current rates of taxation, it has been claimed. Read
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Patients evacuated in hospital fire
Sep 29 2008 | National News
Patients and staff at Great Ormond Street children's hospital were evacuated due to a fire, the chief executive said. Read
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Stiliyan Petrov's making his mark
Sep 29 2008 | Aston Villa FC news
STILIYAN Petrov arrived at Villa as a Great White Hope and Martin O’Neill believes he is now delivering a heavyweight punch on a regular basis. Read
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Luke Young keeps feet on the ground
Sep 29 2008 | Aston Villa FC news
LUKE Young insists Villa will not get carried away by their fine start to the season. Read
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Davies won’t get carried away
Sep 29 2008 | Aston Villa FC news
MANCHESTER United’s patchy early-season league form is one reason why Villa cannot read too much into the Premier League table after half-a-dozen games, according to Curtis Davies. Read
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John Carew: We’re going places
Sep 29 2008 | Aston Villa FC news
JOHN Carew says the win over Sunderland is evidence of the advancement made by Villa this season. Read
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O’Neill’s glad to put on a show
Sep 29 2008 | Aston Villa FC news
MARTIN O’Neill was almost apologetic about the spot of time-wasting in injury time in the home win over Sunderland. Read
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Ashley Young is better than Cristiano Ronaldo - Curtis Davies
Sep 29 2008 | Aston Villa FC news
CURTIS Davies says it is vital Villa tie Ashley Young to a new contract and has called on England coach Fabio Capello to end the winger’s international exile, claiming he is better than Cristiano Ronaldo on current form. Read
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Young: Carew oozes Brazilian blend
Sep 29 2008 | Aston Villa FC news
ASHLEY Young hailed strike partner John Carew after the Norwegian took his goal tally to five in all competitions for the season with a Brazilian-style flick against Sunderland. Read
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Cardiff 1 Birmingham City 2
Sep 29 2008 | Match Reports
YOU could say that the normal kind of service from Blues was resumed. Read
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Moseley 36 Otley 26
Sep 29 2008 | Moseley RFC
MOSELEY provided the perfect response to last week’s mauling by Exeter with a maximum-points win that denied last season’s National Two champions their first victory of the season. Read
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Alex McLeish may make changes for Derby County
Sep 29 2008 | Birmingham City News
BLUES boss Alex McLeish may make changes for tomorrow’s trip to Derby County. Read
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Alex McLeish: I want more from Quincy
Sep 29 2008 | Birmingham City News
ALEX McLeish today told Quincy that he could make the difference for Blues if he continued in the same vein as at Cardiff City. Read
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Top-two finish on for Radhi Jaidi
Sep 29 2008 | Birmingham City News
RADHI Jaidi today declared that this Blues side was capable of securing promotion from the Championship. Read
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Radhi Jaidi makes a welcome return
Sep 29 2008 | Birmingham City News
RADHI Jaidi earned praise from Alex McLeish on his return to the side. Read
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Alex McLeish salutes 'brilliant goal'
Sep 29 2008 | Birmingham City News
JAMES McFadden is coming into his own again, Alex McLeish said. Read
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James Morrison aims for perfect ten
Sep 29 2008 | West Brom News
JAMES Morrison claims Albion can give themselves a great platform for survival by going into the next international break on 10 points. Read
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Scott Carson call-up on cards - boss
Sep 29 2008 | West Brom News
TONY Mowbray claims Scott Carson is more than ready to resume his place in the England squad. Read
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Mowbray waits for Kim scan
Sep 29 2008 | West Brom News
TONY Mowbray is prepared for the worst as Do-Heon Kim awaits the results of a knee scan. Read
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Dutch deal paying off for Albion
Sep 29 2008 | West Brom News
GIANNI Zuiverloon is living up to his potential, according to Tony Mowbray. Read
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Miller gets some stick
Sep 29 2008 | West Brom News
TONY Mowbray sympathised with under-fire striker Ishmael Miller, despite the late chances he missed at Middlesbrough. Read
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Wolves 2 Bristol City 0
Sep 29 2008 | Wolves Match Reports
MICHAEL McIndoe will not forget his latest return to Molineux in a hurry. Read
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Blaydon 37 Stourbridge 16
Sep 29 2008 | Stourbridge RFC
IT WAS men against boys as Stourbridge crashed to their third defeat in four games against National Two title contenders Blaydon at Crowtrees. Read
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Wylde on target as Lambs march on
Sep 29 2008 | Non-League
TAMWORTH continued their tremendous run of form with a 1-0 win over Blue Square North rivals Worcester City to book their place in the FA Cup third qualifying round. Read
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Reds are dumped out again
Sep 29 2008 | Non-League
REDDITCH United’s wretched run of FA Cup form continued when they were beaten 4-1 by Unibond One South side Belper Town in the second qualifying round. Read
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Stanley in seventh heaven
Sep 29 2008 | Non-League
LEAMINGTON continued their 100-per-cent start in the BGB Southern Midland Division by beating Stourport Swifts 1-0. Read
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Kidder’s cracker
Sep 29 2008 | Non-League
KIDDERMINSTER Harriers pulled off a cracking 3-2 win at Eastbourne Borough to go second in the Blue Square Premier. Read
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Middlesbrough 0 West Bromwich Albion 1
Sep 29 2008 | West Brom Match Reports
TONY Mowbray doesn’t normally hang around.He’s asked questions by the media after matches, he answers them, switfly rises to his feet, heads for the nearest exit and we all go home with quotes coming out of our ears. Read
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Middlesbrough 0 West Bromwich Albion 1
Sep 29 2008 | West Brom Match Reports
TONY Mowbray doesn’t normally hang around. Read
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Walsall 2 Carlisle Utd 1
Sep 29 2008 | Match Reports
LIFE doesn’t get much better for Walsall manager Jimmy Mullen at the moment. Read
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Best bout title win for Elcock
Sep 29 2008 | Boxing
BRITISH middleweight champion Wayne Elcock received his award for the Best Fight of the Year at the Midlands dinner on Saturday – on crutches. Read
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Birmingham 41 Edinburgh 52 (Edinburgh win 117-65 agg)
Sep 29 2008 | Birmingham Speedway
BIRMINGHAM’S ever-unlucky James Birkinshaw crashed out of last night’s Premier Trophy Final defeat by Edinburgh at Perry Barr. Read
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No let up from Hamilton
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Lewis Hamilton insists there will be no change in his approach for the final three races of the season despite seeing his World Championship lead increase to seven points after his third-place finish at the historic Singapore Grand Prix. Read
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Davies stresses Young's importance
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Curtis Davies believes it is crucial Ashley Young signs a new contract for Aston Villa after hailing him as the club's "most important player". Read
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Players not discussing compensation
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Sheffield United captain Chris Morgan has denied the club's players have met to discuss the possibility of launching individual claims against West Ham, saying: "There's been no meeting that I'm aware of that's taken place with any players this week." Read
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More still to come vows Adam
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Midfielder Charlie Adam is confident Rangers can add even more panache to their play after a 3-0 win at Hibernian extended their winning run to five games. Read
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We don't have to sell - Redknapp
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Harry Redknapp insisted his club have "fantastic assets on the pitch" after Portsmouth denied they are up for sale due to massive debts. Read
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Hughes backs calls for TV technology
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Mark Hughes added his name to the list of Barclays Premier League managers calling for the introduction of video technology after a debatable penalty in Manchester City's 2-1 defeat at Wigan. Read
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Cipriani ready for Wasps return
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
England fly-half Danny Cipriani is ready to make his return to action in Wasps' Guinness Premiership clash with Bath on Wednesday - six weeks ahead of schedule. Read
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Styles backed despite penalty error
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Match official Rob Styles has been given a Premier League game to referee next weekend despite admitting he mistakenly awarded a penalty to Manchester United on Saturday. Read
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Moyes admits improper conduct charge
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Everton manager David Moyes has admitted a Football Association charge of improper conduct, the Merseyside club have confirmed. Read
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Police urge FA to act on Campbell abuse
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
The Football Association have been urged to take action in a police complaint about the verbal abuse directed at former Tottenham favourite Sol Campbell at Fratton Park on Sunday. Read
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Ramos demands swift improvement
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Tottenham head coach Juande Ramos has revealed his determination to turn the club's season around following their worst league start for 53 years. Read
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Expectation 'scary' for Toure
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Kolo Toure denies complacency was to blame for Arsenal's defeat by Hull after claiming he was scared to face the Barclays Premier League newcomers. Read
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Bidders weigh up areas for improvement
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
The Nigerian consortium looking to buy Newcastle have instructed Chris Nathaniel to look at managerial possibilities, including Kevin Keegan, while their bid is being considered. Read
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Smith worry for Rhinos
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Leeds Rhinos have a disciplinary worry hanging over them as they begin the build-up to Saturday's engage Super League Grand Final with St Helens at Old Trafford. Read
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Eusebio tips Ronaldo for FIFA prize
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Portuguese legend Eusebio is certain Cristiano Ronaldo will scoop the FIFA world player of the year prize in December. Read
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Everton lodge appeal
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Everton have lodged an appeal with the Football Association over midfielder Tim Cahill's red card against Liverpool on Saturday. Read
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Shah gets England chance
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Owais Shah has been named in England's 15-man party for the Test tour of India. Read
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Porterfield signs contract extension
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Ireland left-hander William Porterfield has signed a two-year extension to his Gloucestershire contract. Read
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Aalborg no pushovers - Fletcher
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Darren Fletcher has warned his Manchester United team-mates not to expect an easy ride against Aalborg on Tuesday night. Read
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Tuqiri remains hopeful
Sep 29 2008 | National Sport
Lote Tuqiri remains optimistic his troublesome left knee will not force him out of Australia's upcoming six-match tour, which includes matches in the UK. Read
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Mick refuses to bask in glory
Sep 29 2008 | Wolves FC News
MICK McCarthy was not in the mood to rest on his laurels after making it a magnificent seven league wins on the trot against Bristol City. Read
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Mounts Bay 8 Birmingham & Solihull 61
Sep 29 2008 | Bees RFC
BIRMINGHAM & Solihull ensured there was no repeat of their opening-day defeat at Redruth with a high-tempo display on their swift return to the Mennaye Field. Read
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Play-off woe for tired Lee
Sep 29 2008 | Other sport
LEE Westwood battled in vain to retain his Quinn Insurance British Masters title at The Belfry last night finally succumbing to Spaniard Gonzalo Fernandez-Castaño in a sudden-death play-off. Read
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It’s going to be a grim future for us taxpayers
Sep 29 2008 | David Bell
YOU didn’t have to be clairvoyant to foresee that lending 125 per cent mortgage advances to people with no jobs, no income and no prospect of repaying the money was an accident waiting to happen. Read
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We Love...You'll Love
Sep 29 2008 | We Love...You'll Love
THIS week's picks including Prescriptive eye pencil and a spot-busting range. Read
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Boris Johnson brings on a light touch
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
THE serious business of the Conservative conference was given a lighter touch when Boris Johnson took to the stage. Read
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Conservative Party Conference in brief
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
CONSERVATIVES gathering in Birmingham for the start of their annual conference were warned they could still easily lose the next election. Read
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David Cameron pledge over rising living costs
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
DAVID Cameron promised his party was committed to helping people cope with the rising cost of living and the impact of the credit crunch, as he spoke in Birmingham yesterday. Read
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Five held over killing in Wolverhampton road
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
FIVE men were being questioned by detectives today after a 59-year-old man was deliberately mown down and killed by a car in the Midlands. Read
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Care probe after Hall Green death
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
MENTAL health workers in Birmingham are at the centre of an investigation after a young woman patient was found hanged and her boyfriend nearly died. Read
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Lorry driver dad in in raid bid horror
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
A LORRY driver was hijacked at knifepoint and forced to flee in his underwear after being ambushed by a masked gang as he slept in a Midland layby. Read
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Maths whizkid fails to get into Birmingham schools
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
A MATHS whizkid is counting the days at home after failing to get into the secondary school of his choice. Read
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First glimpse at Perry Barr college development
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
THIS is the first glimpse of a proposed state-of-the-art £42 million college development in north Birmingham. Read
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Wolverhampton Wanderers legend Jimmy Murray dies
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
WOLVERHAMPTON Wanderers sharp-shooting legend, Jimmy Murray, has died. Read
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Three shot at nightclub
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
TWO men and a woman were shot outside a Black Country nightclub early today. Read
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Birmingham City owner David Sullivan reveals assault claim ordeal
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM City owner David Sullivan spoke today of his ordeal after he was cleared over a sex assault allegation. Read
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Medal maker backs Birmingham Mail campaign
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
A ROYAL medal maker today pledged to give all winners of the Birmingham Mail Badge of Honour award a special edition commemorative medallion. Read
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Hamstead church tempts worshippers back with curry
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
BRUMMIES were hoping to curry favour with God when they flocked to church at the weekend. Read
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Holiday agony for Acocks Green mum
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM mum fears her dream engagement holiday may have left her with a lifetime of pain. Read
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Kings Heath headteacher's son suffers from rare condition
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
HEAD teacher Laura Brodie lives every day as if it’s the last she will ever spend with her young son. Read
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Medal maker backs Birmingham Mail campaign
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
A ROYAL medal maker today pledged to give all winners of the Birmingham Mail Badge of Honour award a special edition commemorative medallion. Read
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Birmingham company works on Midland football TV programme
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
THE SOUND and fury of fans at some of the most memorable games in Midland footballing have been faithfully enhanced for a TV series in Birmingham. Read
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Full recovery for boy given lifesaving operation in Brum
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
A SEVERELY ill Ghanaian teenager given the gift of life by Birmingham surgeons has recovered enough to go back to school in his African village. Read
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David Cameron on the Conservative Party Conference
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
AN article written for the Birmingham Mail by Tory leader David Cameron on the Conservative Party Conference in Birmingham. Read
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Birmingham car share lane branded a 'shambles'
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM’S showpiece car sharing lane was today branded a “shambles” as it emerged that not one motorist has been fined in six months. Read
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Gym for pensioners in Shard End
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
A GERIATRIC gym has got pensioners pumping iron to stave off ailments and the onset of old age. Read
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Three shot at nightclub in Bilston
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
TWO men and a woman were shot outside a Black Country nightclub early today. Read
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OAP coach in M42 drama
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
A GROUP of pensioners from the Midlands had a lucky escape after flying debris from a passing sports car smashed through the windscreen of their coach causing glass to fly in the driver’s face as they travelled along a motorway. Read
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City girl, 14, dies in crash
Sep 29 2008 | Top Stories
A TEENAGE girl was killed after being hit by a car on a Birmingham road. Read
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Designer Fragrance
Sep 29 2008 | Tried and Tested
We trawl through the latest Designer perfumes to see which scent is best. Read
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Conservative Party Conference
Sep 29 2008 | Colin Whittock Cartoons
"David got the idea from the Swiss guy - he wanted to make an impressive entrance to conference..." Read
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Soaking up the celebrity style
Sep 29 2008 | Birmingham Shopping News
WE ALL need a special place to pamper ourselves and escape from life’s stresses – and for many, that sanctuary is the bathroom. Read
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Make-up brushes
Sep 29 2008 | Budget v Blow It
Ensure even coverage for bronzer, powder and blush with Bourjois Maxi Bronzing Brush for £5.50. Read
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Ishmel irks boss Mullen
Sep 29 2008 | Walsall FC News
WALSALL manager Jimmy Mullen is fast running out of patience with fans’ favourite Ishmel Demontagnac. Read
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Mullen's delight over duo
Sep 29 2008 | Walsall FC News
DELIGHTED Walsall manager Jimmy Mullen praised the performance of strikers Jabo Ibehre and Michael Ricketts following their win over Carlisle. Read
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Bath 37 Worcester 19
Sep 29 2008 | Worcester Warriors RFC
WORCESTER’S search for a first win at the Recreation Ground continues after a late points onslaught from Bath. Read
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Maddy's the man – Salisbury
Sep 29 2008 | Warwickshire CCC
IAN Salisbury today resoundingly backed Darren Maddy as the man to lead Warwickshire in Division One of the championship next year. Read
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Bears clinch title in style
Sep 29 2008 | Warwickshire CCC
WARWICKSHIRE wrapped up their championship season with a thumping 179-run win over Glamorgan at Edgbaston. Read
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Giles: We’ll aim to win top division
Sep 29 2008 | Warwickshire CCC
ASHLEY Giles insists Warwickshire do not intend to return to the championship Division One just to “make up the numbers”. Read
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Aston Villa 2 Sunderland 1
Sep 29 2008 | Aston Villa FC match reports
IN MUCH the same way that you should never test the depth of the water with both feet, then you should also never get carried away with a decent start to the season. Read
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Manchester leads in quest for autonomy, says think-tank
Sep 29 2008 | Conservative conference news
West Midlands councils could miss out in Tory plans to give local authorities more autonomy, according to the head of a controversial think-tank. Read
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Birmingham council tax bills could be cut under Tory Government
Sep 29 2008 | Conservative conference news
More than half a million Birmingham households could enjoy a cut in their council tax as the result of a Conservative initiative to offer families a small measure of relief from the worsening global financial crisis. Read
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Conservatives give handouts to charities for the elderly
Sep 29 2008 | Conservative conference news
The Conservatives are to give cash handouts to pensioners’ groups, they revealed at their conference in Birmingham. Read
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Tories praise Welsh House Farm Estate project in Birmingham
Sep 29 2008 | Conservative conference news
A pioneering project in Birmingham which “buddies up” pensioners and teenagers has been praised at the Conservative conference. Read
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Tories planning crackdown on loans and debts
Sep 29 2008 | Conservative conference news
Britain must end its dependency on debt, Shadow Chancellor George Osborne has warned. Read
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High speed rail link pledge 'under threat' from skills shortage
Sep 29 2008 | Conservative conference news
A chronic shortage of apprenticeships in building trades could make it difficult for a Conservative Government to fulfil a pledge to build a high speed rail link between Birmingham and London, the Shadow Secretary for Skills admitted. Read
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Birmingham set for two-year council tax freeze under Tories
Sep 29 2008 | Conservative conference news
Birmingham residents are set to enjoy a two-year freeze on their council tax to help families cope with the rising cost of living under a Conservative Government, Shadow Chancellor George Osborne has revealed. Read
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Tories pledge support to manufacturing industry
Sep 29 2008 | Conservative conference news
Manufacturing will continue to play a key role in Britain’s economy, Shadow Trade Secretary Alan Duncan has pledged. Read
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Top tips to help sell your home
Sep 29 2008 | Home
IT’S not only down to the estate agent to sell your house. There’s plenty you can do yourself to attract buyers, impress viewers and secure that all-important deal. Read
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Boost your chances of a dream move
Sep 29 2008 | Home
THE reaction was swift. “You’re thinking of moving?” chorused half a dozen voices as my friend Sarah happened to mention that she and her husband Andy were seriously considering putting their house on the market and trying to find somewhere a bit bigger for themselves, their two children, two cats and a rabbit. Read
