Nov
2009
Articles from 6th Nov 2009
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Birmingham's child services priased for its progress since damning report
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
A campaign group set up in the wake of Baby P’s death have praised Birmingham’s children services department following a protest outside the Council House. Read
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Catholic leader Vinny Nichols praises Birmingham’s role as multi-faith city
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
Birmingham is leading the way in the creation of a vibrant multi-faith city, according to the head of the Catholic Church in England and Wales, the Most Rev Vincent Nichols. Read
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West Midlands councils told by Government to work together
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
The under-performing West Midlands region will be given a blunt government warning today – start working together and mend your differences. Read
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Shropshire student dies in Scottish cliff fall
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
A "bright and popular" student plunged 60ft to his death today from cliffs close to his university. Read
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Observation wheel to return to Birmingham for winter
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
Birmingham is to see the return of the big wheel over the Christmas and winter season. Read
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Bilston man admits blackmailing Asda stores
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
A 49-year-old man pleaded guilty yesterday to blackmailing two branches of a supermarket by making unwarranted demands for a total of £17,000. Read
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Watchdog calls for tougher penalties on polluters
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
A watchdog today urged the courts to issue tougher fines for environmental pollution. Read
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Police car ran over Birmingham man who died in custody, inquest told
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
A witness has described seeing a police car run into a man who later died in police custody. Read
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Call to honour a Stourbridge hero in his own home town
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
A Birmingham man who uncovered his great uncle’s wartime heroics has appealed for him to be honoured on his home-town war memorial. Read
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New images released of Japanese man wanted for murder of Warwickshire woman
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
Japanese police have released new images of the fugitive who allegedly killed Warwickshire woman Lindsay Hawker. Read
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West Midlands Police seize £9m in assets
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
Criminals lost more than £9 million over 12 months as West Midlands Police seized their ill-gotten gains. Read
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Man who supplied guns to Birmingham gangs jailed indefinitely
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
A former Army sergeant who made guns for gangs operating in Liverpool, Manchester and Birmingham, has been jailed indefinitely. Read
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Birmingham woman Justice Williams receives MBE from the Queen
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
A Birmingham woman who turned her life around after being sent to prison has received her MBE from the Queen. Read
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Editor Marc Reeves slays some sacred cows as Birmingham Post goes weekly
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
Marc Reeves, a Brummie proud to have been born and brought up in Handsworth, tells Paul Dale that taking over as editor of Birmingham Post in 2006 was the fulfilment of a life-long ambition Read
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Birmingham planners give thumbs up to new Harborne swimming pool
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
Building work can begin on Birmingham’s first new swimming pool for more than 20 years after city planners gave the scheme the thumbs up. Read
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Birmingham man who died in police custody was roughly treated, inquest told
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
The sister of a Birmingham man who died in police custody has spoken about her brother’s health and the behaviour of police officers the night he was arrested. Read
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Man taken to hospital after M6 crash near Wolverhampton
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
A man has been taken to hospital after a three-vehicle collision on the motorway near Wolverhampton on Thursday evening. Read
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Birmingham won’t wait ten years for start on Arena Central V-building
Nov 06 2009 | West Midlands News
Developers have been told the city will not wait another ten years for building work to begin on the ambitious 50-storey V-building. Read
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Kevin Phillips rescues Birmingham City against Aston Villa in reserves derby
Nov 06 2009 | Aston Villa FC
Former Aston Villa striker Kevin Phillips rescued a point for Birmingham City reserves last night at a rain-lashed St Andrew’s. Read
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Megson puts Aston Villa among the country’s top flight
Nov 06 2009 | Aston Villa FC
Aston Villa are as strong a side as any of the country’s best on home soil – that’s the view of the man who will pit his wits in the opposite dug-out to Martin O’Neill tomorrow. Read
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Birmingham City manager Alex McLeish dismisses Andriy Shevchenko transfer talk
Nov 06 2009 | Birmingham City FC
Birmingham City manager Alex McLeish has dismissed talk of signing former Chelsea striker Andriy Shevchenko. Read
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Try-shy Moseley intent on finding old flourish
Nov 06 2009 | RFU News
Amid the teacup storm about the alleged booing at the end of last Saturday’s Bees-Moseley derby, one shining truth has emerged. Read
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Ronnie McLean hoping Bees’ survival will pay off
Nov 06 2009 | RFU News
The silver lining has not yet reached his pocket but Ronnie McLean insists the cloud that once enveloped Sharmans Cross Road has lifted and that Birmingham & Solihull can finally concentrate their efforts on staying in the Championship. Read
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Familiar face in Cinderford line-up gives Stourbridge coach Neil Mitchell cause for concern and optimism
Nov 06 2009 | RFU News
The presence of a familiar face in the Cinderford line-up will give Neil Mitchell cause for concern and optimism when he rocks up in the Forest of Dean tomorrow. Read
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Full-strength Worcester out for quick revenge in cup clash with Newcastle
Nov 06 2009 | RFU News
Revenge will be on the lunchtime menu at Sixways tomorrow as Worcester look to bounce back from last Sunday’s harrowing Premiership defeat at Newcastle. Read
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Veterans urged to secure funding
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Second World War veterans are being urged to make sure they secure funding for commemorative trips to places where they fought. Read
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Royal Mint medal honours Sir Bobby
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
The life and times of former England football manager Sir Bobby Robson are to be remembered in a special medal commissioned by the Royal Mint. Read
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G20 meet to tackle climate change
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Chancellor Alistair Darling has urged finance ministers from the world's leading economies to "get on" with tackling climate change. Read
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PM pledges jobs for all 'mission'
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Prime Minister Gordon Brown has declared jobs for all to be his "mission". Read
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Drugs czar sacking 'caused concern'
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
The sacking of the Government's chief drugs adviser has caused "serious concern" among the scientific community, the Science Minister Lord Drayson has acknowledged. Read
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Firework link to fatal fire probed
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Investigators are looking into whether a firework posted through the letterbox of a house could have sparked a blaze which killed a mother. Read
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Off-licences hold major booze sale
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
A giant booze sale has begun after Threshers and Wine Rack stores earmarked for closure launched "very substantial" discounts. Read
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Drugs link to India murder probe
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Witness statements in the investigation into the rape and murder of British teenager Scarlett Keeling have suggested that drugs were freely available near the beach where her body was found. Read
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Economic prosperity tops G20 agenda
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
A return to financial prosperity over the next decade will loom large in talks between the world's leading economies, Chancellor Alistair Darling has said. Read
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Mandelson call for greater EU role
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Lord Mandelson has called for new leadership in Europe to give the EU a key role in the world. Read
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G20 talks to tackle climate change
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Chancellor Alistair Darling has urged finance ministers from the world's leading economies to "get on" with tackling climate change. Read
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Call for exam boards to face fines
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Exam boards should face fines if they fail to stick to guidelines on standards, the head of the Royal Society of Chemistry has said. Read
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BA to announce first summer loss
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
British Airways will announce its first ever summer loss as the airline counts the cost of a gruelling six months. Read
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Royal Mail agreement to be revealed
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Details of an agreement which paved the way for a fresh wave of postal strikes to be halted hours before the latest walkouts were due to start are due to be released. Read
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RBS posts losses of £1.53 billion
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Part-nationalised Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) has posted third-quarter losses of £1.53 billion despite slim signs of improvement at the beleaguered business. Read
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British Airways reveals £292m loss
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
British Airways has announced a record pre-tax loss of £292 million for the six months to the end of September. Read
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Army officer kills 12 at US base
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
A military psychiatrist went on the rampage at an army base in the US, shooting dead 12 and injuring dozens more. Read
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Brown makes pledge over Afghanistan
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Britain cannot afford to "walk away" from the mission in Afghanistan if it is to prevent future al Qaida attacks on the streets of the UK, Gordon Brown will warn. Read
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Ventilator baby 'reacts to music'
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
A seriously disabled one-year-old boy whose estranged parents are divided over whether he should be allowed to live or die has shown signs that he "appears to like music", the High Court has heard. Read
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Mandelson call for EU role in world
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Lord Mandelson has called for new leadership in Europe to give the EU a key role in the world. Read
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Miss England quits after arrest
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Miss England Rachel Christie has relinquished her crown after being arrested on suspicion of a nightclub assault sparked by a row over a TV gladiator. Read
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Insolvency numbers at record high
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
The number of people declared insolvent in England and Wales hit a new record high during the third quarter of the year, official figures have shown. Read
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12 killed in US Army base shooting
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
A military psychiatrist who killed 12 people in a gun rampage on a US army base was being held in hospital under armed guard. Read
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PM defends UK role in Afghanistan
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Prime Minister Gordon Brown defended Britain's military mission in Afghanistan, insisting "we cannot, must not and will not walk away". Read
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More BA jobs to go after £292m loss
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
British Airways is to cut an extra 1,200 jobs, taking the total reduction to 4,900 by next year, it was revealed. Read
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13 killed in US Army base shooting
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
A military psychiatrist went on the rampage at an army base in the US, shooting dead 12. Read
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Courts told get tough on polluters
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
The courts have been urged by a watchdog to issue tougher fines for environmental pollution. Read
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Abbas will not seek another term
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas pushed Middle East peace prospects into unknown territory after announcing he doesn't want another term. Read
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Psychiatrist kills 12 at US base
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
A military psychiatrist went on the rampage at an army base in the US, shooting dead 12 and injuring dozens more. Read
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National debt could grow by £1.5trn
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
The financial crisis is likely to add up to £1.5 trillion to the national debt, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said. Read
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Post deal seeks a new way forward
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
The two sides in the bitter postal dispute have pledged to achieve a "radically different" culture in industrial and employee relations under a deal which ended the threat of fresh strikes, it was disclosed. Read
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Brown warns Karzai over corruption
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Gordon Brown set out five tough tests for newly re-elected Afghan president Hamid Karzai if he is to retain the support of the international community. Read
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War vets urged to secure funding
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Second World War veterans are being urged to make sure they secure funding for commemorative trips to places where they fought. Read
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'Soft schools increase crime risk'
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Lax standards of school discipline make pupils more likely to turn to crime and drugs, Government research has revealed. Read
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Climate deal essential - Chancellor
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
Alistair Darling has said that a deal to tackle climate change is "essential", as he prepared for a summit with finance ministers and bankers. Read
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Police checked leads from psychics
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
A police force has admitted following up leads supplied by "mystics" after a man's death. Read
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'Praying' murderer jailed for life
Nov 06 2009 | UK News
A murderer whose prayers for forgiveness were overheard by police who bugged his car has been jailed for life. Read
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Woods and Watney share lead
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
World number one Tiger Woods claimed a share of a one-stroke halfway lead at the World Golf Championships-HSBC Champions after carding a second consecutive five-under-par 67 in Shanghai. Read
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Injury blow for Rio
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Rio Ferdinand is facing an extended period on the sidelines as Manchester United try to get to the bottom of his latest injury concern. Read
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Blues ban suspended
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Chelsea look set to be able to trade in the January transfer window after the Court of Arbitration for Sport agreed to suspend their FIFA-imposed transfer ban until a final decision is made in the case of the signing of Gael Kakuta. Read
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Murray eases into semis
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Andy Murray progressed to the semi-finals of the inaugural Valencia Open with a comfortable 6-4 6-2 victory over Albert Montanes. Read
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Fine return for Trott
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Jonathan Trott made a successful return to South Africa in the colours of England with his half-century helping his adopted country make a winning start to their tour with a convincing 185-run victory over the Diamond Eagles in Bloemfontein. Read
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Leicester record shock win over South Africa
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Leicester produced one of the great upsets in tour history by humbling world champions South Africa 22-17 with a fearless display in front of a record crowd at Welford Road. Read
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Saints progress into second round
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
David Connolly's second-half debut double helped Alan Pardew's Southampton see off Bristol Rovers 3-2 in the FA Cup first round despite a spirited late comeback by the home side. Read
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Hulse grabs Rams brace
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Rob Hulse marked his return to Derby's starting line-up by scoring the two goals that ended his side's three-match losing streak as they recorded a 2-1 win against 10-man Coventry. Read
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No transfer rush for Ancelotti
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Carlo Ancelotti insists he will not be rushed into buying new players in January even though the Court of Arbitration for Sport has suspended their transfer ban. Read
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Hatton backing Haye to triumph
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Ricky Hatton has backed David Haye to succeed him as the standard-bearer of British boxing by knocking Nikolai Valuev out "in sensational fashion" on Saturday night. Read
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Vickery operation a success
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
England prop Phil Vickery will miss the start of the RBS 6 Nations despite undergoing successful neck surgery. Read
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Cornell called up by Toshack
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Teenage Swansea goalkeeper David Cornell has been given a shock call up for Wales' friendly with Scotland next Saturday. Read
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Fox grateful for second chance
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Hull KR winger Peter Fox has England's backroom staff to thank for his recall to the national side for Saturday's crucial Gillette Four Nations clash with New Zealand. Read
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Liverpool wait on star duo
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Liverpool will play a waiting game with the fitness of a string of top stars, including Fernando Torres and Steven Gerrard, as they prepare for Monday's home clash with Birmingham. Read
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Torres to play on
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Fernando Torres returned to Liverpool's Melwood training complex on Friday after a whistle-stop trip to Valencia for a second opinion on his groin injury. Read
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Belgian tennis stars banned
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Belgian tennis stars Yanina Wickmayer and Xavier Malisse have received one-year suspensions from anti-doping officials in their homeland. Read
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Sussex target Panesar
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Sussex have revealed they are keen on signing Monty Panesar and still hopeful of persuading Matthew Hoggard to join them. Read
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Erinle set for England bow
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Ayoola Erinle will complete a remarkable career turnaround on Saturday if he earns his first England cap against Australia. Read
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England warned over bid
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
The leader of South Africa's World Cup organising committee has warned England they will need to have Africa on their side if they are to survive the first round of voting to host the 2018 finals. Read
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Konchesky sees red over Roma defeat
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Fulham defender Paul Konchesky cried foul after Thursday night's 2-1 defeat at Roma in the Europa League. Read
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Mowbray keeps the faith
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Tony Mowbray refuses to give up on the Europa League, despite a goalless draw at Hamburg which left his Celtic side needing a miracle to qualify from Group C. Read
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Moyes trusts players to bounce back
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Everton manager David Moyes is determined his side will get back on track in the Europa League after back-to-back defeats by Benfica. Read
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Cole wants new Blues deal
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Joe Cole is eager to sign a new deal at Chelsea after his successful return from injury in recent weeks. Read
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Kuszczak frustrated with Van der Sar
Nov 06 2009 | National Sport
Tomasz Kuszczak claims his requests for help to Manchester United goalkeeping rival Edwin van der Sar have gone mostly unanswered and hinted at his frustration after failing to displace the veteran Dutchman. Read
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City View: Quantitative Easing doing little for economy
Nov 06 2009 | City View
The minutes of this week’s Monetary Policy Committee meeting will make interesting reading. Not least because they might (just might) shed some light on just what the multi-billion pound spending spree that goes by the name of quantitative easing (QE, for short) is doing to the economy. Not a lot, if third quarter GDP figures are any guide. Read
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Richard Baines: Using less oil could just be the price to avoid climate change
Nov 06 2009 | Agenda
Richard Baines stresses the importance of the green agenda for whoever forms the next government Read
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Developer ordered to demolish unauthorised extension
Nov 06 2009 | Politics News
A developer has been ordered to demolish a massive extension after being branded a disgrace by the council’s Planning Committee. Read
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Julie Kirkbride's hopes of remaining MP put to the people of Bromsgrove
Nov 06 2009 | Politics News
Julie Kirkbride’s hopes of staying on as Bromsgrove’s MP have been thrown a lifeline by Conservative leader David Cameron. Read
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Birmingham City Council leader revises reputation of former regeneration boss
Nov 06 2009 | Politics News
City council leader Mike Whitby has insisted that he, as much as anyone else, had played the leading role in shaping the expansion of Birmingham, as he rewrote the glittering reputation of former regeneration boss Clive Dutton. Read
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National Express gives up East Coast Main Line railway franchise
Nov 06 2009 | Transport News
One of the UK’s biggest rail franchises will come under public control next week after it was relinquished by Birmingham transport group National Express. Read
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Birmingham graduates facing tough challenge to find employment
Nov 06 2009 | Education News
Graduates leaving universities in Birmingham and across the West Midlands are facing an even tougher challenge to find employment at the end of their studies. Read
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Lib Dem split over Working Neighbourhoods Fund enlivens Birmingham City Council meeting
Nov 06 2009 | Iron Angle
Interesting to spot Liberal Democrat and Tory bad boys Jerry Evans and Randal Brew chatting conspiratorially in the back row at Monday’s cabinet meeting. Read
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Macbeth, at Crescent Theatre, Birmingham
Nov 06 2009 | Stage
It’s so good to see Midland Opera bouncing back towards the standards it once proudly displayed in its previous existence as Midland Music Makers Grand Opera Society, before a sad decline set in. Read
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Four more deaths connected to swine flu in West Midlands
Nov 06 2009 | Health News
Four more people in the West Midlands have died after testing positive for swine flu in the last week, health officials have said. Read
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West Bromwich Albion to wear poppy shirts in aid of Royal British Legion
Nov 06 2009 | West Bromwich Albion FC
West Bromwich Albion are set to show their support for British soldiers, with a poppy sewn into their shirts for the game against Leicester tomorrow. Read
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Kidderminster wheel-maker Titan warns of spending shortfall
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Wheel-maker Titan Europe said its third-quarter revenue remained weak due to underlying softness in its customers’ end markets and extended holidays and shutdowns across Europe. Read
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Midland cider maker Aston Manor takes over rival
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Independent cider maker Aston Manor Brewery has taken over a Devon-based rival – saving 50 jobs – weeks after investing millions of pounds in its Birmingham plant. Read
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Ernst & Young reports doubling of insolvencies among franchished car dealerships
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Insolvencies among UK franchised car dealers have doubled this year, according to a report out today. Read
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Rise in output for manufacturers
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Manufacturers bounced back from a weak August with the biggest monthly rise in output for more than seven years during September. Read
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Haulier Wincanton predicts stronger performance after new contracts
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Haulage and logistics firm Wincanton said a mix of new contracts and cost-cutting helped to stem the impact of recession in the first half of the year. Read
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Land Rover sales soaring amid threat of factory axe
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Land Rover is helping spearhead the UK’s fightback from the recession – after nearly doubling its sales in the 4x4 specialist’s best showroom performance for months. Read
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Bank of England pumps extra £25bn into economy
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Rate-setters yesterday decided to pump an extra £25 billion into the economy in a further sign that fears remain over the UK’s recovery from recession. Read
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Wolverhampton's Connect PR to promote DIY favourite WD-40
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Connect PR has been appointed by WD-40 to handle its PR across the UK. Read
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Lord Burns facing challenges as Channel 4’s new chairman
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Lord Burns, a former chief economic adviser and permanent secretary to the Treasury, has been appointed as the next chairman of Channel 4. Read
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UK pensions: How well off will we be when we retire?
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
In the United Kingdom, the state pension is worth just 31 per cent of the nation’s average earnings. This is less than half that of the Italians, who retire with a state pension worth 68 per cent of average earnings. Read
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UK watchdog fines Swiss bank UBS £8m for improper trading
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Swiss investment bank UBS has been fined £8 million after traders gambled clients’ cash without permission and tried to cover their tracks. Read
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Punch takes its message to the streets
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
People are on the streets, doing it for themselves. They’re making things happen without waiting for permission, creating demand, evaluating supply and talking. Read
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Administrators to close 373 off licences in Threshers chain
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
More than 1,700 workers are to lose their jobs after administrators for Threshers parent First Quench yesterday announced the closure of 373 stores. Read
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West Midlands business leaders back decision on quantitative easing
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
There was widespread support from local business leaders last night for the Bank of England’s decision to extend quantitative easing by £25 billion and leave interest rates unchanged. Read
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West Bromwich lawyers change name after dispute with Paragon
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
A West Midlands law firm has changed its name and paid out £20,000 after being accused of “riding on the coat tails” of a larger firm with the same name. Read
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Postal strikes called off
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
A fresh wave of postal strikes was called off last night just hours before the latest walkouts were due to start. Read
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New working groups announced for key industries in West Midlands
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Four new working groups have been announced today to bolster the low carbon, digital technologies, healthcare and advanced manufacturing sectors in the region. Read
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From Zimbabwe terror to Radisson success in Birmingham for Rolando Moura
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Tom Fleming talks to a businessman who braved some terrifying conditions in Zimbabwe as a youth before moving to Birmingham to make a success of himself. Read
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NS&I offers some good news for savers
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Since interest rates began to plunge a year ago, savers have been resigned to the fact that nest eggs built up over many years might generate little useful income this side of 2011. Read
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Canadian contracts boost West Midland ICT firms
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Two West Midland hi-tech companies are celebrating new business wins in Canada following a trade visit to the country. Read
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Fullrange and 383 Project bag Christmas shopping ad contract
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Two Birmingham media firms have been selected to create the advert for Style Birmingham’s Christmas shopping campaign. Read
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Toyota cuts loss forecast but fails to win over analysts
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
A surprise quarterly profit from Toyota – which also halved its annual loss forecast – failed to convince investors that the world’s biggest car-maker is back on track, as government subsidies peter out and a strong yen takes its toll. Read
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Finance expert raps ignorance over planning for retirement
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
Too many individuals are grossly ignorant of how best to run their long-term finances, an expert has warned. Read
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Savers suffer as providers continue to reduce rates
Nov 06 2009 | Latest Business News
A tenth of savings accounts have had their interest rates cut during the past six months despite the Bank of England base rate being kept on hold at 0.5 per cent, research has shown. Read
