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Birmingham to be placed in Tier 3 lockdown from December
The government has announced plans to place Birmingham in Tier 3 lockdown next Wednesday (2 December) when the current nationwide lockdown comes to a close. Health Secretary Matt Hancock has…
Coventry thug jailed for “sickening” attack on student paramedic, breaking his jaw
A man who punched a paramedic – breaking his jaw and leaving him needing metal plates in his face – has been jailed after police caught the thug shortly after the…
Santa’s coming to town for festive fun at Birmingham Museums despite pandemic
Christmas may feel a little different this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, but Birmingham Museums is still bringing the festive cheer with a range of spectacular events which includes…
Birmingham leaders demand government support to protect businesses during lockdown
Birmingham business leaders and politicians are demanding greater support from the government for city traders amid the coronavirus crisis and impending second lockdown. City MPs including Liam Byrne, Preet Kaur Gill and Shabana…
Teenager charged after slashing car tyres of COVID nurse at QE Hospital in Birmingham
A teenager has been charged with criminal damage after several cars had tyres slashed at a hospital car park, including one belonging to a COVID nurse who’d just finished a 12-hour…
Council to spend £900,000 enforcing COVID-19 lockdown compliance in Birmingham
Birmingham City Council will use almost £900,000 to support the enforcement and compliance of COVID-19 regulations to keep people safe from the pandemic's risks, following news of a new lockdown.…
Birmingham gyms to close as new national lockdown enforced
Gyms across the country and set to close following the prime minister's announcement of a fresh lockdown across England, responding to a rise in COVID-19 cases. Boris Johnson yesterday announced all…
Prime Minister Boris Johnson announces month-long national lockdown for England
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced a second national lockdown for the whole of England, as the UK exceeds one million COVID-19 cases. Lockdown rules to be enforced from Thursday 5 November…
Police issue “super fine” for Wolverhampton house party breaking COVID-19 rules
West Midlands Police have issued a £10,000 fine after a christening with up to 50 guests was held at a home in Wolverhampton - in a blatant breach of COVID-19 rules.…
Nakira nightclub and ‘Petite Afrique’ restaurant have licences revoked for operating after 10pm
Birmingham City Council has revoked the licences of two popular city venues for breaching COVID-19 rules. Following a full review of two premises, a nightclub and a restaurant in Birmingham…