Oct
2011
Articles from 21st Oct 2011
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Watchdog to probe false name claim
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Scotland Yard has called in the police watchdog over allegations that an undercover officer took part in a criminal trial under a false name. Read
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Murdoch makes £1m Milly donation
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Rupert Murdoch said he has donated £1 million to charities chosen by Milly Dowler's family to underscore his regret for the "abhorrent" hacking of the murdered schoolgirl's phone. Read
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Jo 'strangled for sexual thrills'
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Joanna Yeates's killer has faced allegations that he strangled her for sexual thrills. Read
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Snap up Libya contracts, British firms told
Oct 21 2011 | National News
British firms have been urged by Defence Secretary Philip Hammond to head to Libya to secure contracts for its reconstruction. Read
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Gloucestershire nuclear plant to be decommissioned
Oct 21 2011 | National News
A nuclear power station will stop generating electricity next February after 44 years because it would not be economically viable to continue after that time, it has been announced. Read
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Osborne's austerity drive bolstered
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Chancellor George Osborne's austerity campaign was boosted after new figures showed the Government remained in sight of its fiscal targets. Read
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St Paul's closes doors over protest
Oct 21 2011 | National News
St Paul's Cathedral has been forced to close its doors to the public because of the anti-capitalist protest taking place outside. Read
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£100 fee for late paper tax returns
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Taxpayers filing their self-assessment forms on paper face a £100 penalty if they fail to do so before the end of the month, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) warned. Read
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Student loans office evacuated
Oct 21 2011 | National News
A Student Loans Company office was evacuated after a member of staff opened an envelope and white powder came out, police said. Read
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Watchdog orders auditors inquiry
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Britain's top accountants are to have their own books scrutinised after the consumer watchdog referred the business of checking companies' figures for a full-scale competition inquiry. Read
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Tabak denies sex thrill in killing
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Joanna Yeates's killer has been accused of strangling her for sexual thrills. Read
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Blair 'ready to help Spanish peace'
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Tony Blair stands ready to help cement the peace in Spain after Basque separatist group Eta announced it was laying down its arms, he said. Read
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Australia PM in hint over republic
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Australia's prime minister appeared to suggest that her country may yet become a republic in the coming years as she praised the Queen for a lifetime of service. Read
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Irishman jailed over terror weapons
Oct 21 2011 | National News
A brother of one of the men blamed for the Omagh bomb atrocity has been jailed for 12 years for trying to buy weapons and explosives in Lithuania. Read
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Notice served on Dale Farm homes
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Council officials have served 48-hour notices detailing how they will remove homes from the UK's largest illegal travellers' site. Read
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Joanna 'cheery' before killing
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Joanna Yeates was cheery and happy before Vincent Tabak strangled her to death, he has told a jury. Read
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Boost for Osborne's deficit plans
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Chancellor George Osborne's deficit reduction plans have received a boost after Government borrowing fell by more than expected in September. Read
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Tabak cross-examination to resume
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Joanna Yeates's killer will continue to be cross-examined after he tearfully apologised for putting her family through hell when he first took to the stand. Read
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Figures reveal Government borrowing
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Chancellor George Osborne's deficit reduction plans will come under scrutiny when figures reveal the extent of Government borrowing in September. Read
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Dale Farm demolition work continues
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Bailiffs will continue demolishing properties on the UK's largest illegal travellers' site. Read
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Nato considers ending Libya strikes
Oct 21 2011 | National News
The seven-month Nato Libyan air campaign could end within days after the death of ousted dictator Muammar Gaddafi who was shot in the head. Read
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Mobile use 'not linked to cancer'
Oct 21 2011 | National News
There is no link between the long-term use of a mobile phone and getting brain cancer, research suggests. Read
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£6,000 spent on life's 'essentials'
Oct 21 2011 | National News
British households typically spent £5,850 over the last year on "lifestyle essentials" such as holidays, take-aways and haircuts, a survey has found. Read
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'Too thin to conceive' women warned
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Being too thin can be just as damaging as being too fat when it comes to getting pregnant, according to new research. Read
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Disabled childcare costs criticised
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Exorbitant childcare costs are hurting parents of disabled children and denying them time off during the holidays, charities have warned. Read
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'£2.8bn hole' in Osborne's Plan A
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Rising unemployment and increased spending on social security has created a near-£3 billion "hole" in the Government's deficit target, the Trades Union Congress (TUC) has claimed. Read
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Deported Britons released by police
Oct 21 2011 | National News
Two British teenagers arrested and deported from Kenya have been released by the Metropolitan Police without charge after being detained under the Terrorism Act. Read
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Gaddafi death a 'momentous day'
Oct 21 2011 | National News
US President Barack Obama said the death of former dictator Muammar Gaddafi was a "momentous day" in the history of Libya but warned there will be "difficult days ahead" on the road to full democracy in the country. Read
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Aston Villa v West Brom: Mat Kendrick's scouting report
Oct 21 2011 | Aston Villa FC news
OUR man at Villa, Mat Kendrick, quizzes Albion reporter Chris Lepkowski on how the Baggies look ahead of the derby. Read
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Aston Villa striker Gabby Agbonlahor still after England call
Oct 21 2011 | Aston Villa FC news
VILLA striker Gabby Agbonlahor has reiterated his desire to play for England – but admits his club takes precedence over his country. Read
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Aston Villa v West Brom: Mat Kendrick's big match preview
Oct 21 2011 | Aston Villa FC news
Mat Kendrick takes a look ahead to the Aston Villa v West brom match at Villa Park Read
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Aston Villa: Alex McLeish wants Villa to intimidate West Brom
Oct 21 2011 | Aston Villa FC news
ALEX McLeish will encourage Villa to ‘‘get in the faces” of derby-day rivals Albion tomorrow, insisting an intimidating Villa Park holds the key to maintaining West Midlands supremacy. Read
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Aston Villa: Gabby Agbonlahor picks up tips from Ultimate Fighting star
Oct 21 2011 | Aston Villa FC news
BULKED up, in good shape, at his best fighting weight and ready to rumble in his own back yard. Read
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Aston Villa v West Brom team news: James Collins, Barry Bannan and Charles N'Zogbia set to return
Oct 21 2011 | Aston Villa FC news
JAMES Collins, Barry Bannan and Charles N’Zogbia are hoping to be the beneficiaries of Villa’s disappointing defeat at Manchester City with potential first-team recalls against Albion tomorrow. Read
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Moseley Rugby Club: Forwards are the key in Rotherham Titans clash
Oct 21 2011 | Moseley RFC
MOSELEY go into tomorrow’s Championship clash with Rotherham knowing both when and where the Titans’ threat is coming from. Read
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Birmingham City: Fans praised for mark of respect for Club Brugge player
Oct 21 2011 | Birmingham City News
Birmingham City fans have been praised for supporting a one-minute applause in tribute to a former Club Brugge player during the Europa League match in Belgium. Read
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Blues View in Bruges: Why the Europa League has just got serious for Birmingham City
Oct 21 2011 | Birmingham City News
Birmingham City correspondent Colin Tatum speaks to Blues View from Belgium after the 2-1 victory over Club Brugge. Read
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FC Brugge 1 Birmingham City 2: Chris Hughton and Marlon King react to victory
Oct 21 2011 | Birmingham City News
CHRIS Hughton saluted his European heroes after another stunning away victory in the Europa League. Read
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Club Brugge 1 Birmingham City 2: Colin Tattum's big match verdict and player ratings
Oct 21 2011 | Birmingham City News
Blues’ European adventure took another incredible twist on a night of drama unparalleled in club history. Read
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FC Brugge 1 Birmingham City 2: Picture gallery and reaction from the fans
Oct 21 2011 | Birmingham City News
Blues fans have been busy sending us their thoughts after the dramatic Europa League victory against FC Brugge. Read
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Aston Villa v West Brom: Chris Lepkowski's big match preview
Oct 21 2011 | West Brom News
West Bromwich Albion correspondent Chris Lepkowski takes a look ahead to the match against Aston Villa at Villa Park. Read
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Aston Villa v West Brom: Chris Lepkowski's scouting report
Oct 21 2011 | West Brom News
Our man at the Albion, Chris Lepkowski, quizzes Villa reporter Mat Kendrick on how the claret and blues look ahead of the derby. Read
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Aston Villa v West Brom team news: Hodgson to make call on striker selection
Oct 21 2011 | West Brom News
IT’S decision time once again for manager Roy Hodgson. Read
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West Brom: Roy Hodgson sends a warning to his strikers
Oct 21 2011 | West Brom News
ROY Hodgson has warned Albion’s attackers not to assume they are regular fixtures – claiming there is little to choose between them. Read
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West Bromwich Albion boss Roy Hodgson claims Alex McLeish had an easy decision leaving Birmingham City for Aston Villa
Oct 21 2011 | West Brom News
ROY Hodgson claims Alex McLeish had the simplest of decisions when he opted to quit Blues for Villa during the summer. Read
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Aston Villa v West Brom: Chris Lepkowski looks at the crucial battles
Oct 21 2011 | West Brom News
ZOLTAN Gera was still keeping his parents awake at the night when Albion last won at Villa Park in May 1979. Read
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AVB: League is more competitive
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
Andre Villas-Boas declared it would be harder for Chelsea to win the Barclays Premier League this season than it was when Jose Mourinho landed back-to-back titles at Stamford Bridge. Read
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McIlroy parts company with ISM
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
The most dramatic year in Rory McIlroy's young life took another twist on Friday when it was announced he was parting company with the International Sports Management stable that includes Lee Westwood and Darren Clarke. Read
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Flower defends player conduct
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
Andy Flower has given a ringing endorsement of England's on-pitch behaviour under Alastair Cook's captaincy. Read
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Stadium complaint not us - Spurs
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
Tottenham have denied being behind the mystery complaint to the European Commission which was blamed for the collapse of West Ham's bid to move to the Olympic Stadium. Read
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Tevez set to learn fate next week
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
Carlos Tevez is expected to learn the outcome of his disciplinary hearing at Manchester City early next week. Read
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Wenger concern over Olympic squad
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
Arsene Wenger believes Great Britain's quest for Olympic gold next summer will make life impossible for Premier League managers. Read
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Bassong eyes January transfer
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
Tottenham defender Sebastien Bassong would be open to the possibility of a January transfer to QPR after claiming he was unfairly left out of Spurs' first team at the start of the season. Read
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McIlroy parts with ISM
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
World number three and US Open champion Rory McIlroy has ended his association with management company International Sports Management. Read
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Blatter to re-open ISL dossier
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
FIFA president Sepp Blatter has announced the infamous ISL court dossier will be opened and handed to an independent body to study to see if any members should face action. Read
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Ferguson relishing latest challenge
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
Sir Alex Ferguson is banking on Manchester United's form in the second half of the season to act as a safety net if Sunday's derby against Manchester City goes against them. Read
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FA pledge common sense in Olympics
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
The Football Association have vowed to open "sensible dialogue" with England's senior clubs over the issue of selection for the British Olympic team. Read
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Tevez expected to face charge
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
Carlos Tevez's disciplinary hearing at Manchester City is due to take place this afternoon. Read
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Wheldon funeral announced
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
The funeral of British IndyCar driver Dan Wheldon will be held in Florida on Saturday, series organisers have confirmed. Read
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No changes for All Blacks
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
New Zealand coach Graham Henry has named an unchanged team for Sunday's World Cup final against France at Eden Park. Read
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Brazil 2014 schedule unveiled
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
Brazil's 2014 World Cup will see potential travel trauma for fans - and the latest kick-off times ever for a finals tournament with matches starting as late as 10pm, or 2am in Britain. Read
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Pulis hits out over Jerome red card
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
Stoke boss Tony Pulis criticised referee Anastasios Kakos after the Greek official sent off Cameron Jerome in the Potters' 3-0 victory over Maccabi Tel Aviv. Read
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Redknapp hails Pavlyuchenko strike
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
Harry Redknapp paid tribute to Roman Pavlyuchenko after the Russian forward struck a contender for goal of the season to seal victory for Tottenham in Thursday night's Europa League match against Rubin Kazan at White Hart Lane. Read
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Mancini in awe of amazing Ferguson
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
Roberto Mancini has admitted Sir Alex Ferguson remains the managerial master - and he can only learn from the great Scot. Read
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Bresnan fined for dissent
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
England's Tim Bresnan has been fined 7.5% of his match fee for showing dissent towards an umpire during Thursday's one-day international against India in Mohali, the International Cricket Council have announced. Read
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Ferguson sceptical over 2012 double
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has insisted it is not realistic for players to take part in Euro 2012 and the London 2012 Olympics. Read
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Pearce eyes Olympic place for Giggs
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
Ryan Giggs, the most decorated player in British football, could grace the twilight of his career with the chance of an Olympic medal. Read
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Bronze for Australia
Oct 21 2011 | National Sport
Australia overcame a crushing double injury setback to edge out battling Wales 21-18 and take the World Cup's bronze medal prize. Read
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Wolves v Swansea: Bill Howell's big match preview
Oct 21 2011 | Wolves FC News
Our man at Wolves, Bill Howell, looks ahead to the game against Swansea. Read
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Wolves v Swansea: Bill Howell's scouting report
Oct 21 2011 | Wolves FC News
DON’T expect Swansea to be the pushover they were in the 3-1 loss at Norwich, says the South Wales Evening Post’s Gareth Vincent. Read
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Wolves v Swansea team news: Striker remains a doubt
Oct 21 2011 | Wolves FC News
MICK McCarthy is unsure whether Sylvan Ebanks-Blake will be fit to start, having come off the bench against Albion. Read
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Wolves: Mick McCarthy says fans can play a crucial role
Oct 21 2011 | Wolves FC News
MICK McCarthy has called on supporters to show a united front against Swansea. Read
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Wolves: Roger Johnson issues rallying cry
Oct 21 2011 | Wolves FC News
ROGER Johnson has issued a ‘YOUR Club Needs You!’ message to fans. Read
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Russell Earnshaw tries to make up for Birmingham and Solihull Bees' points deduction
Oct 21 2011 | Bees RFC
BEES must make up for an expensive week when in-form Cambridge visit Damson Park tomorrow. Read
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Film Review: We Need To Talk About Kevin (15) * * * *
Oct 21 2011 | Film Reviews
IN A very American movie made through BBC Films, the National Lottery and UK Film Council, director Lynne Ramsay offers a haunting insight into the potential perils of parenthood if the nature versus nurture battle goes wrong. Read
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Film review: Texas Killing Fields (15) ***
Oct 21 2011 | Film Reviews
HAVING previously met stars Sam Worthington, Harry Dean Morgan and leading film-maker Michael Mann, I was excited at the prospect of seeing them collaborating in a serial killer thriller. Read
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BOLLYWOOD: Force (15) ****
Oct 21 2011 | Film Reviews
FORCE (15) Read
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Manish Gajjar's Bollywood film review: Azaan (12A). Verdict: **
Oct 21 2011 | Film Reviews
AZAAN (12A) Read
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Film review: Paranormal Activity (15) *
Oct 21 2011 | Film Reviews
HAD this been the first movie in the series I might have been tempted to give its chillier moments three stars. Read
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Film review: Monte Carlo (PG) * * *
Oct 21 2011 | Film Reviews
BRITISH comedy star Catherine Tate has proved her acting credentials in quite a few movies now. Read
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Film review: Contagion (12A) Verdict * * * *
Oct 21 2011 | Film Reviews
STEVEN Soderbergh’s all-star thriller about a disease rapidly spreading around the world is a stunningly-made film guaranteed to send hypochondriacs into a frenzy. Read
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Comedy: Jason Manford on being beaten to the punchline by Michael McIntyre
Oct 21 2011 | Birmingham Comedy
HAVING already played Birmingham’s Alexandra Theatre in July, demand is so great to see Jason Manford that the comic has extended his tour – and added arenas. Read
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Comedy: Tommy Tiernan on improvising comedy
Oct 21 2011 | Birmingham Comedy
ONE of the stand-up highlights of last year was undoubtedly the return of Tommy Tiernan. Read
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Need to read: Top five most read stories on Birminghammail.net today
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
The top five most read stories on Birminghammail.net today Read
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Jaguar recalls 18,000 X-Type cars as fault is discovered
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
Luxury car company Jaguar is recalling almost 18,000 cars due to a cruise control problem. Read
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Birmingham Mail World View: Friday 21st October, 2011
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
Here is today's selection of the best pictures from around the world. Read
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Support Our Markets: Birmingham traders blog from China - day 3
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
TRADERS from Birmingham’s under-threat wholesale markets have received support from international counterparts as they began a four-day conference in China. Read
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Bupa Great Birmingham Run: Leave your messages of support for friends and family running the half marathon
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
Leave your messages of support for friends and family running the Birmingham half marathon Read
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Video and pictures: Colonel Gaddafi killed in Libya
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
Dragged from hiding in a drainage pipe, a wounded Muammar Gaddafi raised his hands and begged revolutionary fighters: "Don't kill me, my sons." Read
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Engineer electrocuted while working in Birmingham city centre flat
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
A TENANT spoke of his shock after a man who was fixing his central heating was electrocuted and killed. Read
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Birmingham City: Bumper picture gallery of Bluenoses in Bruges
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
Our snapper Tim Easthope has been in Bruges with the Birmingham City fans, here's his pictures of the fans from before and after the big victory in the Europa League. Read
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Picture gallery: The Wanted visit Birmingham
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
THE Wanted lived up to their name when they were greeted by screaming girls on a visit to Birmingham. Read
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Watch: 5600 Bluenoses go barmy after Birmingham City victory over FC Brugge
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
I think this clip sums up perfectly the reaction of the Bluenose travelling army of fans after last night's victory over FC Brugge in the Europa League. Read
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Over 90 Midland travel jobs face axe
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
NEARLY 100 Midland travel jobs face the axe in another major blow to industry, it has been revealed. Read
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Uncertain future for Birmingham's Barn Social Club
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
LAST orders could have been called for good at a much-loved Birmingham social club that has served drinkers for more than 90 years. Read
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Sutton Coldfield commuters will be affected by resurfacing work
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
Centro, the region’s transport authority, will be relaying the surface of Chester Road Station, in Sutton Coldfield, which will mean that 65 free parking spaces and five of the nine spaces for the disabled will be unavailable. Read
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Conservation group hits out at Sainsbury's over Dudley canal stretch
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
A CONSERVATION group has accused supermarket giant Sainsbury’s of reneging on a deal to restore a section of a Birmingham canal as part of a huge development plan in the city. Read
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Birmingham Hippodrome is hosting free circus skills workshops during half term
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
The sessions run from 10am until 3pm between Tuesday and next Friday for children aged between 8 and 15. Read
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Perry Barr councillor to raise cash for British Lung Foundation
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
The Liberal Democrat councillor is dedicating the run to her mum, who died from a lung condition. Read
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Birmingham Chamber of Commerce president slams 'tribalism'
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
Michael Ward, the new man at the helm of the Birmingham Chamber, said “tribalism” has cost the West Midlands dearly in recent years. Read
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MP urges police to ban English Defence League demo in Birmingham
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
FEARS of more violence on the streets of Birmingham have been raised after it emerged the English Defence League was planning a second march in the city. Read
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Keys 'still missing' at Birmingham Prison
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
PRISON sources claimed a set of keys which went missing at the newly-privatised Birmingham Prison had not been found. Read
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Midland Jaguar Land Rover workers to get pay bonus
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
MORE than 12,000 Jaguar Land Rover workers are to get a “double your money” pay rise of 6.1 per cent next month – because inflation has jumped to a 20-year high. Read
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Denise Lewis supports Breast Cancer Awanress Month
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
OLYMPIC gold medallist Denise Lewis is supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month’s Tickled Pink campaign. Read
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Artistic director of the Royal Shakespeare Company wants to put on a western after announcing he was is standing down
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
Michael Boyd – who revealed his decision last week – admitted that staging a western was one of his next great ambitions. Read
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History of Harry Moseley as his funeral takes place
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
HARRY was just seven when he was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour in 2007. Read
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Emotional send-off for Britain's Kindest Kid Harry Moseley
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
AN UNSUNG hero, an inspiration, a boy with the biggest heart who put the ‘can’ in cancer. Read
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Birmingham academic tells how he mingled with Birmingham rioters
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
Former Birmingham City University PhD student James Treadwell donned a hooded top and a scarf to blend in with the crowds which looted stores in the city centre and beyond in August. Read
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Crime reduction scheme in Erdington praised
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
The gating initiative, in Stockland Green, has been running for six months. Read
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Edgbaston GP donates raffle winnings to charity
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
Dr Paul Wong, a GP from Edgbaston who works in Wednesbury, won the cash in the annual prize draw, which had 57,000 entrants and raised £135,000. Read
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Boris Johnson on Mayor for Birmingham debate
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
The Mayor of London named four policy areas which he felt were essential for mayors of any great British city to have authority over. Read
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Injured Sheldon tourist begins three-day journey back to UK
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
BADLY-injured Birmingham tourist Jamie West was said to be in “good spirits” for the arduous three-day 3,000 mile marathon bringing him home after four months in a hospital in Greece. Read
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Restorian comedy comes to Birmingham Old Joint Stock Theatre.
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
RESTORATION comedy arrives in local theatres in the shape of William Wycherley’s The Country Wife. Read
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Mike Whitby to discuss the future of Cadbury's workers with Kraft
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
The head of the city council is leading a delegation of civic, business and education bosses to Chicago where Mr Whitby is meeting senior management from the food giant including it is hoped the corporation’s CEO Irene Rosenfeld. Read
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Social services department in Birmingham unlikely to be moved out of special measures
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
During a visit last week, inspectors from the watchdog body highlighted several areas of under-performance, including poor quality assessments of vulnerable children and case files closed prematurely without proper analysis. Read
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Aston Wood Golf Club in Sutton Coldfield sold for £58,000
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
Aston Wood Golf Club, set across 210 acres of Sutton Coldfield countryside, has been bought for £58,000 after its owner collapsed when poor golfing weather hit memberships. Read
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Lakeside centre hosts Erdington fun day
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
RESIDENTS of an Erdington housing estate are being encouraged to attend a fun day at a community centre. Read
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Anti-capitalist demonstration sets up occupation camp in Birmingham's Victoria Square
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
ANTI-capitalist protesters have set up camp in the heart of Birmingham city centre – and vowed to stay until Christmas. Read
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Half-term events at Kingstanding Library
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
The events take place at Kingstanding Library on Tuesday October 25 and in the Saint Mark’s Church Centre, in Bandywood Crescent at the same times on 27, 28 and 29. Read
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Bournville police chase ends in road accident
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
TWO people were taken to hospital after a police chase ended in a crash. Read
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Birmingham hospital trust workers rewarded for dedication
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
The University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, which runs the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, celebrated its annual Best in Care Awards at Tally Ho in Edgbaston last night. Read
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Children’s favourite Mr Bloom visits excited youngsters at Birmingham nursery.
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
Mr Bloom, along with his vegetable friends, encourages children to learn about life through the wonder of gardening in Mr Bloom’s Nursery, and introduces children to various types of vegetables. He popped into the Busy Bees Nursery, in Dartmouth Circus, recently to the delight of youngsters. Read
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Special report: New fashion designers on the Birmingham catwalk
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
Future Vivienne Westwoods and Paul Smiths will see their creations on the catwalk in an annual fashion contest tonight. Nearly 30 new talents from across the region have reached the finals of the Midlands Fashion Designer Awards, which are being staged at Birmingham’s Fazeley Studios. Women’s Editor DIANE PARKES chats to some of the young designers. Read
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Digbeth pub gets new lease of life
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
A BIRMINGHAM pub famous as a watering hole for showbiz visitors has re-opened under a new name. Read
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Four Birmingham universities launch scheme for city school pupils
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
FOUR Birmingham universities have teamed up for a programme to promote higher education to pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds. Read
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Dance Show at NEC bigger and better
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
THE Dance Show, which comes to Birmingham’s NEC in December, is aiming to be bigger and better by expanding from three to six days. Read
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Watch: The deadly weapons seized at Birmingham Airport
Oct 21 2011 | Top Stories
A CHILLING cache of more than 200 weapons have been seized from Birmingham Airport passengers – some of them teenagers – in just four months. Read
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Pub Review: The Bell, Belbroughton. Tel 01562 731928
Oct 21 2011 | Pub Reviews
THIS pub always looks so inviting, perched above and offset from the Bromsgrove Road, that I’m drawn to popping in every now and then. Read
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Steve's Top Tips: Keeping your game moist
Oct 21 2011 | Cooking Tips
Q What’s the best way to cook game so it doesn’t dry out? Read
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Raise a Glass: Toast the winners of the World Cup final
Oct 21 2011 | Wine Column
BIRMINGHAM’S wonderful Electric Cinema had a great idea this week – screening Sideways, the hit film about wine, while cracking a few bottles to get viewers in the right mood. Read
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James enjoys some Corden bleu food..
Oct 21 2011 | Hancock
AUDIENCE participation can be a risky game – as actor James Corden learned this week at Birmingham’s New Alexandra Theatre. Read
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Author Lee loves Villa, not thrillers
Oct 21 2011 | Hancock
BESTSELLING thriller writer Lee Child is the latest famous name to declare his love for Aston Villa. Read
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Restaurant Review: Purnell's, 55 Cornwall Street, Birmingham B3 2DH. 0121 212 9799.
Oct 21 2011 | Birmingham city centre restaurants
IN THESE cash-strapped times, it’s probably insensitive to describe a £120 lunch for two as a “bargain”. Read
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Cheap as Chips: Mambo's Fast Food, 23a Hurst St, Birmingham
Oct 21 2011 | Birmingham city centre takeaways
ONCE upon a time this was a famous flower shop. Read
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Sacre bleu... it's All Black for the French
Oct 21 2011 | The Dave Ismay Column
UNDER normal circumstances when any contingents of Welsh nationals assemble the usual outcome is the lilting sound of melodious perfection. Read
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Maybe now we will find the culprits
Oct 21 2011 | The Dave Ismay Column
ON April 15, 1989, this country’s deadliest stadium-related disaster occurred when at Hillsborough, Sheffield, 96 people lost their lives. Read
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Walk In The Park: Eliot Street Recreation Ground, Nechells
Oct 21 2011 | Things to do in Birmingham
CAN you guess which area this week’s park is in? Read
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What's On: Two Minute Guide to the Week.
Oct 21 2011 | Things to do in Birmingham
THE Honey Honey Show is the world’s first ABBA concert for children. Read
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Urban Walk: Stirchley Community Centre, 1326 Pershore Road, B30 2XS.
Oct 21 2011 | Things to do in Birmingham
THIS week’s route is one of my seasonal favourites and a lovely local one for me. Read
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Days Out: Arley Arboretum in Worcestershire
Oct 21 2011 | Things to do in Birmingham
ONE of the ways I judge our Days Out adventures is to imagine how I would feel if visiting from abroad. Read
