May
2009
Articles from 6th May 2009
-
LDV workers warned that not all jobs may be saved by deal
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
Hundreds of workers at Birmingham vanmaker LDV have been warned there is no guarantee all their jobs will be saved despite a last-minute rescue to prevent the firm going bust. Read
-
New swine flu case confirmed in West Midlands
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
An adult from Coventry who recently returned from Mexico has become the latest person in the West Midlands to be confirmed as suffering from swine flu. Read
-
Prime Minister urged to hold inquiry over Stafford Hospital death
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
The Prime Minister has been urged to hold a full inquiry into hundreds of needless deaths at Stafford Hospital. Read
-
MG Rover probe hits £15million in costs - but still no end date in sight
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
The Government's long-running probe into the failure of Birmingham-based MG Rover has cost more than £15m so far and no end date has been set, it has emerged. Read
-
Handsworth man in court over fatal Edgbaston car crash
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
A Birmingham motorist has appeared in court charged with causing the death of a man in a collision being investigated by the police watchdog. Read
-
Three men appear in court after policeman hit by car in Stourbridge
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
Three men have appeared in court charged with wounding after a police officer was hit by a car in Stourbridge. Read
-
Alum Rock teenager avoids being locked up after laser attack on police pilot
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
A teenager who dazzled the pilot of a police helicopter with a laser in Birmingham has avoided a custodial sentence. Read
-
Birmingham chief Mike Whitby tight-lipped on leadership challenge
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM’S Tory chief Mike Whitby compared himself to the assassinated Roman general Julius Caesar while shrugging off a challenge to his council leadership. Read
-
A 28-YEAR-old man appeared in court today charged with causing the death of an innocent motorist during a police chase.
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
Mekheal King, of Sycamore Road, Handsworth, appeared before magistrates in Birmingham charged with causing death by dangerous driving of Mohamed Khandwalla, from Hall Green. Read
-
Judge demands explanation as trial hit by delay
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
A JUDGE has demanded an explanation from prison bosses after the man accused of killing an Aston Villa fan nearly failed to turn up for his trial. Read
-
MOVES to place van maker LDV into administration were deferred today after a last-minute deal was announced to rescue the firm and save thousands of jobs.
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
Talks to complete a takeover of the Birmingham-based manufacturer by Malaysian firm Weststar will continue following a government loan of up to £5 million. Read
-
POLICE today arrested nine men in swoops on homes across Birmingham as part of an investigation into a gang of luxury car thieves.
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
They were being questioned on suspicion of conspiracy to steal after being held during an operation involving more than 100 officers. The police staged dawn raids on properties in the Tile Cross area of the city with the aim of smashing the gang which has plagued car owners. Read
-
Traders take united stand
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
ANGRY traders are considering setting up a co-operative to stop half of a historic Black Country market falling into private hands. Read
-
Tom Jones returns for Brum gig on October 18
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
WELSH music legend Tom Jones will be back in Birmingham on October 18 when he performs at the NEC’s LG Arena. Read
-
Teen charged with Pype Hayes Golf Course blaze
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
A TEENAGER has been charged with arson following a break-in and fire at a golf course club house. Read
-
Police launch dawn drug raids in Lozells
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
POLICE today smashed their way into the homes of suspected drugs dealers in Birmingham. Read
-
Judge demands explanation as trial hit by delay
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
A JUDGE has demanded an explanation from prison bosses after the man accused of killing an Aston Villa fan nearly failed to turn up for his trial. Read
-
POLICE today arrested nine men in swoops on homes across Birmingham as part of an investigation into a gang of luxury car thieves.
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
They were being questioned on suspicion of conspiracy to steal after being held during an operation involving more than 100 officers. The police staged dawn raids on properties in the Tile Cross area of the city with the aim of smashing the gang which has plagued car owners. Read
-
MOVES to place van maker LDV into administration were deferred today after a last-minute deal was announced to rescue the firm and save thousands of jobs.
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
Talks to complete a takeover of the Birmingham-based manufacturer by Malaysian firm Weststar will continue following a government loan of up to £5 million. Read
-
Your views on £650m spending spree on clothes that don't fit
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
WOMEN in the UK waste up to £650 million buying summer outfits which don’t fit, according to a new study. Read
-
Birmingham’s municipal bank on put hold
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
A LEGAL test case in London could determine whether Birmingham can have a municipal bank. Read
-
No promotion party for Birmingham City
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
BLUES today announced they will not be holding a celebration after the team was promoted back into the Premiership – because they did not win the Championship. Read
-
LDV administration deferred as rescue deal talks continue
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
Moves to place van maker LDV into administration were expected to be deferred today after a last-minute deal was announced to rescue the firm and save thousands of jobs. Read
-
Police launch dawn drug raids in Lozells
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
POLICE today smashed their way into the homes of suspected drugs dealers in Birmingham. Read
-
Man charged over fatal crash in Edgbaston
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
A 28-year-old man has been charged with causing the death of an innocent motorist during a police chase. Read
-
Fordrough pub death: Funeral of West Heath dad Tracy McConnell to be held tomorrow
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
THE funeral of a Birmingham dad who died after a fight outside a pub will be held tomorrow. Read
-
Care bosses blasted in shower row
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM social care bosses have been accused of cutting back on much-needed adaptations to vulnerable disabled and elderly people’s homes. Read
-
Multi-cultural aid for Asian stroke victims
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
CHAPATTIS and Bhangra drums are just a few of the cultural items being used in a unique way to help Asian stroke victims make a dramatic recovery. Read
-
LDV workers face waiting game following Weststar takeover
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
The Far East group emerged as the white knight behind a rescue deal which could safeguard up to 850 jobs at the Birmingham factory and thousands more in dealerships and supply chain outlets. Read
-
Nine held in car gang swoops across Birmingham
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
POLICE today arrested five men in swoops on homes across Birmingham as part of an investigation into a gang of luxury car thieves. Read
-
Police launch dawn drug raids in Lozells
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
POLICE today smashed their way into the homes of suspected drugs dealers in Birmingham. Read
-
Kingstanding family’s miracle baby celebrates 18th birthday
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
TINY and unable to breathe on her own, Siobhan Williams was not expected to survive her first day, let alone reach the 18th birthday she celebrates today. Read
-
Birmingham chief Mike Whitby tight-lipped on leadership challenge
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
BIRMINGHAM’S Tory chief Mike Whitby compared himself to the assassinated Roman general Julius Caesar while shrugging off a challenge to his council leadership. Read
-
Harriet Harman claims Birmingham playgroups face cuts under Tories
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
LABOUR was accused of “scaremongering” after it launched its local and European election campaign by publishing a list of playgroups, scout packs and sports clubs it claimed would face cuts under a Tory Government. Read
-
Judge demands explanation as trial hit by delay
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
A JUDGE has demanded an explanation from prison bosses after the man accused of killing an Aston Villa fan nearly failed to turn up for his trial. Read
-
Bid to reduce accidents at blackspot roundabout in Tamworth
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
TENS of thousands of pounds is being spent by highway chiefs at a blackspot roundabout in an attempt to save lives. Read
-
Birmingham pupil loved her school so much she never left
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
THE teenage girl posing with her classmates more than 40 years ago loved her school so much that she never left! Read
-
Birmingham club Oceana fined £85,000 after customer died in car park
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
A Birmingham nightclub has been fined £85,000 after a customer died when he was “imprisoned” in its car park. Read
-
Swine flu: Contacts of Birmingham passenger given anti-flu drugs
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
Anti-swine flu drugs have been given to people who came into contact with a man who spent three days in Birmingham before being diagnosed with the bug. Read
-
Lord Bill Morris backs Edgbaston redevelopment plans
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
Former union leader Lord Bill Morris has thrown his weight behind a proposed £32m refurbishment of Warwickshire County Cricket Club’s Edgbaston ground. Read
-
Review: The Levellers at Wulfrun Hall, Wolverhampton
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
OPENING the night with Life Less Ordinary and the Battle of Beanfield, The Levellers played a set crammed with decent tunes to a Wulfrun Hall that was almost bursting with fans. Read
-
Review: Crazy P and the Futureboogie DJs at the Hare and Hounds, Kings Heath
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
OVER the last two years, the Hare and Hounds has become a haven for music lovers of all ages and tastes, and this concert was no exception. Read
-
Press Club donating funds to Birmingham Mail Charity Trust
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
TWO of Birmingham’s most established institutions have come together to help good causes across the city. Read
-
Government rescues LDV with £5million loan as buyout talks continue
May 06 2009 | Top Stories
Thousands of jobs were saved last night as the Treasury stepped in to provide a last-minute £5 million loan for Birmingham van-maker LDV. Read
