World
Sharjah to host World Congress for Inclusion 2025 first time in the Middle East and North African region
In a landmark moment for the region, the emirate of Sharjah will host the ‘World Congress of Inclusion International’ for the first time in the...
Community
Calling all creatives – Wolverhampton Literature Festival 2026 wants you!
The highly anticipated Wolverhampton Literature Festival will return from Friday 6 February to Sunday 8 February 2026, bringing together a dynamic mix...
Business
As Poundland restructures, Usdaw is set to enter into consultation talks about the proposed closure of stores and distribution centres
Retail trade union Usdaw are representing members working for discount retailer Poundland, who are now seeking court permission to close 68 stores...
ICO fines 23andMe £2.31m for failing to protect UK users’ genetic data
The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has fined genetic testing company 23andMe £2.31 million for failing to implement appropriate security...
£120m boost breathes new life into West Midlands economy
A new dawn is breaking over the West Midlands as the region records a remarkable £120 million uplift in its economy, powered by a people-focused...
Business ‘calls time’ on Hockley Social Club venue project
After five glorious years of delivering award-winning street food dining, world-class culture and music experiences, and community events,...
The slow death of Birmingham's culture and hospitality ecosystem can still be avoided, says NTIA
Central, regional, and local government must take immediate action together to stem further losses in Birmingham’s culture, entertainment,...
Birmingham climbs conference rankings to emerge as firm favourite for event organisers
Birmingham and the West Midlands’ business events specialists are toasting the results of two leading international industry rankings, which...