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The UK’s FTSE 100 share index fell more than 3%, while in Italy, which has seen Europe’s worst outbreak of the virus, Milan’s stock market plunged 4.5%. Shares in airlines and travel firms have seen some of the biggest falls. In contrast, the price of gold hit its highest level […]
The body of Christopher Kapessa, 13, was found in the River Cynon, near Fernhill, Rhondda Cynon Taff on 1 July. The family said the CPS had indicated there was “sufficient evidence” to consider a manslaughter prosecution. The CPS and South Wales Police have been approached for comment. In a letter […]
Severe flood warnings are in place in Shrewsbury and Ironbridge, meaning there is a danger to life. Shropshire Council closed many routes into and around Shrewsbury, and said flooding could seal off the centre. The Environment Agency (EA) said 40-50mm of rainfall Welsh mountains was expected to cause problems further […]
Officials have denied that MI5 held back information from Ms Patel, following allegations that officials lacked confidence in her abilities. She has also been accused of trying to force out Sir Philip Rutnam, the most senior civil servant in her department. The pair were both said to be “deeply concerned” by […]
The A34 Green Lane will be closed at its junction with A4148 Blue Lane West/Court Way, from tomorrow for 24 hours. The road will be closed so contractor Dynniq, on behalf of Walsall Council, can carry out work on the pedestrian crossing. Meanwhile, Bridle Lane, from the junction with Beacon […]
A cannabis factory has been found after police were called to an attempted break-in. Officers descended on Milton Street, in Palfrey, Walsall, in the early hours of Wednesday. Following a search officers found the plants at the property shortly before 2am. No arrests were made but an investigation continues, says […]
The 58th National Austin 7 Rally will be held on Sunday 5th July at Beaulieu in Hampshire. For those who own these iconic little cars; those who would like to own one; and those who just love looking at them, the national rally is the most anticipated annual event on the calendar. […]
City of Wolverhampton Council has been successful in a bid to accommodate the delivery of Ultra Low Emission Vehicles (ULEV) across the Black Country. On behalf of the 4 Black Country authorities, City of Wolverhampton Council applied to the Black Country LEP Local Growth Fund last year to support the […]
All staff at Perry Hall Primary School “are determined to provide the best possible education” for their pupils, says Ofsted. Inspectors visited the Wednesfield school last month and found it continues to be Good, with parents “overwhelmingly positive about the school and all it provides for their children.” Pupils “learn […]
People are being encouraged to Return to Social Work in a new recruitment drive. The Local Government Association has launched a campaign aimed at social workers who have been out of the profession for up to 10 years. Return to Social Work will provide support to social workers as they […]
