The eagerly anticipated ‘Dil Cheer’ by Maz Bonafide feat. Legendary singer Naseebo Lal is out now! Written and composed by Maz himself, Dil Cheer is a romantic melodious tune which is sure to touch the hearts of millions worldwide. ‘I initially wrote this as a solo track for […]
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Burma Campaign UK welcomes UK Sanctions on Myanmar Gems Enterprise
Burma Campaign UK welcomed an announcement by the British government that they are imposing sanctions on Myanmar Gems Enterprise (MGE). MGE manages the gemstones industry in Burma, which will be a significant source of revenue for the military now that it has seized control of government ministries. MGE is a […]
‘Best thing since sliced bread’ – Warburtons first 16 tonne 100% electric truck goes on the road
Warburtons, the UK’s largest bakery brand, is rolling out its first 16 tonne 100% electric truck, a Renault Trucks D Z.E. The vehicle, striking in Warburtons orange livery and proudly stating ‘Our electric trucks are the best thing since sliced bread’, joins the company’s secondary bread fleet operating out of its […]
Addison Lee becomes latest gig economy employers to lose in workers’ rights battle
Private hire firm Addison Lee will not be permitted to appeal an Employment Tribunal’s decision that drivers are entitled to workers’ rights; the Court of Appeal has ruled today (Thursday). The decision was made in light of the recent Supreme Court judgment stating that Uber drivers, represented by law firm […]
Severn Trent needs your help to keep sewers flowing.
Severn Trent is appealing to its customers in Walsall and Wolverhampton to help prevent local sewers from becoming blocked and cause flooding. Last year alone the water and waste company cleared around 4,700 sewer blockages in the Walsall and Wolverhampton area. Three quarters of these blockages were caused by the […]
New Ford headlights are ahead of the curve in making night driving easier
Driving at night, especially on winding unfamiliar roads, can be stressful, with many people choosing to avoid the experience altogether. 1 However, Ford is looking into new ways of making driving in the dark easier and more comfortable. The company first pioneered using road signs and lane markings as cues to adjust headlight beams to […]
“I’ll make Areema proud” vows Scholarship winner
A mother-of-three and former colleague of much-loved Walsall Staff Nurse Areema Nasreen, who died a year ago today after contracting Covid-19, has vowed to “make her proud” after being awarded the first Scholarship in her memory. Sheila Kerai is over the moon at being chosen and says her colleagues are […]
Community videos bust vaccine myths and encourage uptake
Community members, influencers, doctors and faith leaders in Wolverhampton have created a suite of new videos to address coronavirus vaccine myths and misinformation. The short films, which are being shared across social media, include messages from Wolverhampton Wanderers Head Coach Nuno Espirito Santo, former senior police officer Keith Fraser, Pastor […]
Reopening businesses reminded to check water systems
Businesses planning to reopen in the City of Wolverhampton from 12 April are being reminded to check the maintenance of their premises, including the safety of water systems to prevent Legionella risks. High risk businesses have been warned of the potential for increased risk of bacterial growth in water systems […]
Tributes paid to Councillor Sandra Hevican
Tributes have been paid to Councillor Sandra Hevican who has sadly passed away. Councillor Hevican had been in hospital for some weeks after testing positive for Covid-19 last month (February) and becoming seriously ill. Councillor Hevican, who was 55, was first elected in 2014 and represented the Tividale ward. Deputy […]