Nov
2009
Articles from 25th Nov 2009
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The new Birmingham Post
Nov 25 2009 | West Midlands News
This week's highlights in the Birmingham Post Read
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Jane Andrews escape triggered painful memories for Rick Cressman
Nov 25 2009 | West Midlands News
When former Royal family aide Jane Andrews absconded from prison this week it triggered painful memories for the distraught family of her murder victim. Christina Savvas reports. Read
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Solihull businessman calls for Jack Straw to resign over former royal aide's escape
Nov 25 2009 | West Midlands News
The brother of a man murdered by fugitive former royal aide Jane Andrews said Jack Straw should consider resigning after she fled an open prison. Read
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Balloons considered a safety risk by Solihull Council
Nov 25 2009 | West Midlands News
A Midland MP has condemned Solihull Council for threatening a couple with legal action for displaying balloons outside their shop. Read
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Police tactics over demos criticised
Nov 25 2009 | West Midlands News
Controversial tactics for tackling highly-charged demonstrations could erode the wider public’s support for police, a report warned today. Read
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Birmingham man killed wife then leapt in front of train, inquest hears
Nov 25 2009 | West Midlands News
A Birmingham mum-of-two was stabbed to death by her estranged husband who “could not live without her” and threw himself in front of a train, an inquest heard. Read
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Wolverhampton author shortlisted for Costa book award
Nov 25 2009 | West Midlands News
A Wolverhampton author has had his first book shortlisted for one of Britain’s most prestigious literary prizes. Read
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US Airways cancels Birmingham Airport to Philadelphia route
Nov 25 2009 | West Midlands News
Just six months after launching a new route from Birmingham to Philadelphia in a blaze of publicity, US Airways has pulled the plug on the service. Read
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Investors urged to take on municipal golf courses in Birmingham
Nov 25 2009 | West Midlands News
Pub chains, hotels, leisure companies and other potential investors are being given a month to pitch for the chance to turn Birmingham’s municipal golf courses into profitable sports facilities. Read
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Worcestershire MP dismisses expenses probe as "ludicrous"
Nov 25 2009 | West Midlands News
A Midland Tory MP has branded claims that he acted wrongly in letting his grown up children live in his publicly-funded London flat as “ludicrous”. Read
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Nicky Shorey to join Nottingham Forest on loan from Aston Villa
Nov 25 2009 | Aston Villa FC
Nottingham Forest have agreed a deal to sign Nicky Shorey on loan from Aston Villa. Read
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Birmingham City have resurrected my career, says Barry Ferguson
Nov 25 2009 | Birmingham City FC
Former Rangers and Scotland captain Barry Ferguson claims his move to Birmingham City has rejuvenated his career. Read
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RFU allows Birmingham & Solihull RFC to carry on playing
Nov 25 2009 | RFU News
Birmingham & Solihull Rugby Club have taken a significant step away from the financial problems that threatened to put them out of business. Read
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Miles Benjamin signs new deal at Worcester Warriors
Nov 25 2009 | RFU News
Miles Benjamin has signed a new contract with Premiership outfit Worcester Warriors. Read
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Tree planting urged over emissions
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Planting enough trees to cover an extra 4% of the UK in woodland could lock up a tenth of the country's predicted greenhouse gas emissions by the middle of the century, according to researchers. Read
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Madeleine 'fraudster' held at hotel
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
A businessman once hired to help look for Madeleine McCann who is wanted by US authorities over an alleged fraud has been arrested at a hotel, according to sources. Read
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Court set to rule on bank charges
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
A ruling at the Supreme Court could decide the future of free banking for millions of customers. Read
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Schools to tackle Domestic violence
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Children as young as five could be taught about "gender equality" as part of a Government campaign to tackle domestic violence. Read
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Everton's relocation plan rejected
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Everton Football Club's plan to relocate from Liverpool to a new £400 million stadium and shopping centre have been rejected, sources have said. Read
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Israeli move 'can help peace talks'
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Israel's announcement of a 10-month halt on new construction of settlements in the West Bank should be a step towards meaningful negotiations on Middle East peace, UK Foreign Secretary David Miliband has said. Read
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Inquiry into ex-royal aide's escape
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
An inquiry into how former royal aide Jane Andrews managed to escape prison has been launched, the Prison Service has said. Read
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Family in demand over ex-royal aide
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
The family of a man murdered by former royal aide Jane Andrews has insisted she must be returned to closed conditions following her escape from an open prison. Read
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Banks win overdraft charges battle
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
High Street banks have won their appeal over unauthorised overdraft charges. Read
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Schools to tackle domestic violence
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Children as young as five could be taught about "gender equality" as part of a Government campaign to tackle domestic violence. Read
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Jet man Rossy ditches into the sea
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
A Swiss pilot aiming to become the first person to complete an intercontinental crossing using a jet-powered wing has been forced to ditch into the sea. Read
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GM to axe 9,000 jobs across Europe
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Car giant General Motors has firmed up plans to cut 9,000 jobs across Europe, saying that up to 60% will be in Germany. Read
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Ex-royal aide sent to closed prison
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Former royal aide and convicted killer Jane Andrews, who went missing from an open prison in Kent, has been returned to a closed jail. Read
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UK in recession for sixth quarter
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
The UK recession was shallower than previously thought between July and September, but the economy continued to decline, revised official figures have showed. Read
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Lessons on gender equality planned
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Children as young as five could be taught about "gender equality" as part of a Government campaign to tackle domestic violence, it has been announced. Read
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Cut in spending 'would be disaster'
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Union leaders have pressed the Government to continue taking measures to help the economy out of recession, even if it leads to a bigger deficit. Read
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Lib Dems propose new national bank
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
A new national bank tasked with raising investment for Britain's long-term infrastructure needs is to be proposed by the Liberal Democrats. Read
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Spending cuts pay for social care
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
A £670 million-a-year plan to provide free social care will be paid for by cutting spending on research and development and public health promotions, as well as efficiencies in the NHS, Health Secretary Andy Burnham said. Read
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Climate money 'unaccounted for'
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Vast sums promised by rich nations including the UK to help developing countries tackle climate change cannot be accounted for, according to a study. Read
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600 jobs threatened at airline bmi
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Airline bmi has announced a restructuring involving a reduction in planes and routes and the possible loss of at least 600 jobs. Read
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Extra Afghan troops 'a step closer'
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
The deployment of 500 extra British troops to Afghanistan came a step closer when Gordon Brown declared himself "optimistic" of securing 5,000 reinforcements from other allies. Read
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Boy stab suspect link to evangelist
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Detectives are investigating whether a man suspected of stabbing his three-year-old son to death is related to a wanted evangelist. Read
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Seven in court over Mumbai massacre
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
A court in Pakistan has charged seven people in connection with last year's attacks in the Indian city of Mumbai. Read
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GM to shed 9,000 jobs across Europe
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Car giant General Motors has firmed up plans to cut 9,000 jobs across Europe, saying that up to 60% will be in Germany. Read
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Beefeaters sacked in bullying probe
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Two Yeoman Warders at the Tower of London have been dismissed following an investigation into allegations of harassment of the first female Beefeater. Read
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Banks gain shock victory on charges
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Millions of consumers' hopes of reclaiming unauthorised overdraft charges were dashed when the banks won a surprise victory in the Supreme Court. Read
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'Iraq was not top of concerns list'
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Iraq was not the biggest worry for British officials trying to halt the spread of weapons of mass destruction two years before it was invaded, the inquiry into the conflict has heard. Read
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Ruling lifts threat to free banking
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
The immediate threat to free banking has been lifted by the Supreme Court. Read
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WMD quiz for Foreign Office chiefs
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Two Foreign Office chiefs will be quizzed over one of the single most controversial issues of the Iraq War as the official inquiry into the conflict continues. Read
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Improvement expected for economy
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
The UK's economic health returns to the spotlight with the second estimate of official output figures for the third quarter of the year. Read
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Tax cut 'to boost Tory families'
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
The families of members of David Cameron's shadow cabinet stand to gain a total of £7 million if the Conservatives win the election and implement their promise to cut inheritance tax, it was reported. Read
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Evidence on Iraq's WMD 'was patchy'
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
The Government was warned just days before the invasion of Iraq that Saddam Hussein may be unable to use his chemical weapons, the official inquiry into the war has been told. Read
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Madeleine businessman hotel arrest
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
A businessman once hired to help look for Madeleine McCann who is wanted by US authorities over an alleged fraud was arrested at a hotel, according to sources. Read
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Everton relocation plans 'rejected'
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Everton Football Club's plan to relocate from Liverpool to a new £400 million stadium and shopping centre have been rejected, sources have said. Read
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More rain threatens further damage
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
All eyes are on river levels in flood-hit Cumbria as more heavy rain threatens a vital bridge and further damage to homes. Read
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Tax cut 'would boost Tory families'
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
The families of members of David Cameron's shadow cabinet stand to gain a total of £7 million if the Conservatives win the election and implement their promise to cut inheritance tax, it was reported. Read
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New inquiry into Iraq abuse claims
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Details of a new public inquiry into allegations that British soldiers murdered and abused Iraqi civilians are to be revealed. Read
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Former royal aide back in custody
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
A former royal aide on the run from prison for more than two days is back in police custody after being found near the jail, police said. Read
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Father held after boy's stab death
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
A father of two suspected of stabbing his three-year-old son to death before turning the knife on himself remains under arrest in hospital. Read
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£3.2m award over meningitis blunder
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
A man who was left severely brain damaged after doctors failed to diagnose he was suffering from meningitis for five days has been awarded £3.2 million in compensation. Read
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Royals meet stars at Bones premiere
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall have attended a wet and windswept Royal Film Performance of The Lovely Bones. Read
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Afghan troop surge to be announced
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
The long-awaited announcement of a US troop surge into Afghanistan is expected to be made next week by President Barack Obama. Read
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Child stab suspect evangelist links
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Detectives are investigating whether a man suspected of stabbing his three-year-old son to death is related to a wanted evangelist. Read
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Teacher jailed for sex with boy, 15
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
A female religious education teacher has been given a 32-month prison term for having sex with a pupil she seduced on Facebook. Read
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Iraq 'was not top of concerns list'
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Iraq was not the biggest worry for British officials trying to halt the spread of weapons of mass destruction two years before it was invaded, the inquiry into the conflict has heard. Read
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Details of civilian abuse probe
Nov 25 2009 | UK News
Details of a new public inquiry into allegations that British soldiers murdered and abused Iraqi civilians are to be revealed. Read
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Cottagers back on winning trail
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Fulham got back to winning ways courtesy of Clint Dempsey's double as Blackburn went down to a 3-0 Barclays Premier League defeat. Read
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Anelka header proves the difference
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Nicolas Anelka stunned Porto for the second time this season as Chelsea finished top of Group D with a 1-0 victory in the Estadio do Dragao. Read
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Tigers hold off Everton fightback
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Hull held off an Everton fightback to continue their recent resurgence with a remarkable 3-2 win at the KC Stadium. Read
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United's home run comes to an end
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Thirteen years after Fenerbahce became the first team to defeat Manchester United in a European game at Old Trafford, fellow Turkish side Besiktas ended their 23-match unbeaten home record in the Champions League with a 1-0 triumph. Read
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UEFA to scrutinise five clubs
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
UEFA have confirmed they are continuing investigations into seven European fixtures suspected in a massive match-fixing operation. Read
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Murray aims to maintain good start
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Andy Murray is determined to start taking advantage of his fast starts after admitting he is letting his rivals back into matches. Read
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Benitez focused on top-four finish
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Rafael Benitez has confirmed Liverpool will prioritise their bid to make a swift return to the Champions League over a tilt for Europa League glory. Read
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Song in tune with Gunners
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Arsenal have confirmed that midfielder Alex Song has signed a new long-term contract with the club. Read
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Four-week ban for Cockerill
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Leicester head coach Richard Cockerill has received a four-week ban after admitting two offences of match official abuse. Read
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Soderling springs second surprise
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Group B outsider Robin Soderling is within sight of a place in the Barclays ATP World Tour semi-finals after following up his victory over Rafael Nadal with a 7-6 (7/5) 6-1 defeat of defending champion Novak Djokovic at London's O2 Arena on Wednesday afternoon. Read
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Robinho 'sharp and ready'
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Robinho looks set to make his comeback for Manchester City against Hull on Saturday. Read
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Cueto signs new Sharks deal
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
England back Mark Cueto has signed a new four-year deal with Sale Sharks. Read
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Brown: I'm going nowhere
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Wes Brown has no intention of quitting Manchester United even though he has once again been reduced to the role of stand-in. Read
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Pompey may look within for new boss
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Portsmouth may not have to search beyond Fratton Park for their next manager after sacking Paul Hart. Read
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McCulloch: Bougherra act disrespectful
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Lee McCulloch has accused Rangers team-mate Madjid Bougherra of disrespecting everyone at Ibrox with his most recent failure to return from international duty on time. Read
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Broad in contention for England
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Stuart Broad is expected to be fit to take part in England's third one-day international against South Africa at Newlands. Read
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Anderson spurred by Newlands memories
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
James Anderson is preparing to return to the scene of one of his most memorable performances for England. Read
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Murray aims to improve serve
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Andy Murray knows he must start finding first serves on a consistent basis if he is to keep alive his hopes of winning the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals on home soil at London's O2 Arena. Read
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Nannes to join Notts
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Nottinghamshire have signed Australian paceman Dirk Nannes for next year's domestic Twenty20 competition. Read
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Gillett: British race 'essential'
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Donington Park chief Simon Gillett insists the retention of the British Grand Prix is essential - whether it be at his Leicestershire circuit or traditional venue Silverstone. Read
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Liverpool defiant over early exit
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Liverpool tried desperately to put a brave face on their first Champions League exit at the group stages for six years. Read
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Injuries sour Arsenal win
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger was left counting the cost of qualification for the Champions League knockout stages as Kieran Gibbs suffered a fractured metatarsal and William Gallas was left facing a race to be fit for Sunday's clash with Chelsea. Read
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Hart could stay with Pompey
Nov 25 2009 | National Sport
Sacked Portsmouth manager Paul Hart is considering an offer to remain at the club as technical director. Read
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Nursery schools under threat following funding changes
Nov 25 2009 | Education News
Nursery schools could be forced to close in Birmingham following Government-imposed changes to the way early years education is to be funded. Read
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Movie Reviews - Nativity!, Law Abiding Citizen, Paranormal Activity, Bunny and The Bull
Nov 25 2009 | Film
New cinema releases reviewed, including Nativity!, Law Abiding Citizen, Paranormal Activity and Bunny and The Bull. Read
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Elgar gem rediscovered
Nov 25 2009 | Music
Christopher Morley reviews a rediscovered Elgar rarity. Read
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Ex Cathedra performs Elgar's Dream
Nov 25 2009 | Music
Has the ‘early music’ movement caught up with Elgar, asks Jill Robinson. Read
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Veteran is 82 years young
Nov 25 2009 | Music
There are a lot of people spending an awful lot of money trying to cheat the effects of aging; three men are in town this week who could share with them the secrets of eternal youth. Read
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City of Birmingham Choir, at Symphony Hall
Nov 25 2009 | Music
With the sea for a concert theme A Sea Symphony by Vaughan Williams is the logical choice for any conductor, and on Saturday it provided an often thrilling vehicle for Adrian Lucas and the City of Birmingham Choir, whose performance ticked many of the right boxes and, notably in the beautifully measured long finale, scored high on the tingle-factor scale. Read
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Review: Lily Allen, at Birmingham NIA
Nov 25 2009 | Music
We’ve seen the bright new talent, the loudmouth and the talkshow host, but when Lily Allen came to Birmingham, she also gave a turn as barmaid. Read
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Home business hotspots in the Midlands
Nov 25 2009 | Enterprise & SMEs
Eleven West Midlands regions have been named among the UK’s top 100 home business hotspots – and are bringing more than £20 billion into the region’s economy. Read
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M6 work lights up orders for Maxmax
Nov 25 2009 | Enterprise & SMEs
More than 15 miles of roadworks on the M6 are being lit up using an innovative lighting system developed by a West Midlands firm. Read
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Birmingham Rep cancels opening performance of A Christmas Carol
Nov 25 2009 | Stage
Birmingham Repertory Theatre has announced that tonight’s first preview performance of A Christmas Carol has been cancelled due to one of the cast members suffering a fractured arm. Read
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Birmingham Opera Company heads back to the factory
Nov 25 2009 | Stage
Putting a Verdi opera into a deserted factory requires tenacity as well as imagination, writes Terry Grimley Read
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Walsall meningitis victim set for £3m compensation from NHS
Nov 25 2009 | Health News
A Walsall meningitis victim left severely brain-damaged after blunders by medics was today being awarded an expected £3.2 million payout for a catalogue of NHS errors. Read
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Jaguar chief executive to sit on automotive council with Lord Mandleson
Nov 25 2009 | Latest Business News
The chief executive of Jaguar Land Rover is to hold regular meeting Business Secretary Lord Mandelson as a deputy chairman of a new “automotive council” designed to build strong links between carmakers and government. Read
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Supreme Court lifts threat to free banking
Nov 25 2009 | Latest Business News
The immediate threat to free banking was lifted today by the Supreme Court. Read
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Ravi Kant says Tata is committed to the UK
Nov 25 2009 | Latest Business News
Ravi Kant, the vice-chairman of Jaguar Land Rover owners Tata Motors, has said the company is still committed to UK manufacturing. Read
