Dec
2009
Articles from 2nd Dec 2009
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In this week's Birmingham Post
Dec 02 2009 | West Midlands News
In this week’s Birmingham Post, on sale from Thursday, December 3: Read
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Council staff say soap and water will ward off swine flu
Dec 02 2009 | West Midlands News
Staff working for Birmingham City Council will not be provided with anti-bacterial hand gels to ward off swine flu after local authority bosses decided washing hands with soap and water is the best way to beat the potentially deadly virus. Read
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Camp fire may have caused fatal Shropshire cave collapse, inquest told
Dec 02 2009 | West Midlands News
A Shropshire cave collapse that claimed the life of a 16-year-old boy was probably triggered by the heat of a camp fire, an inquest has heard. Read
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Inquest hears how Shropshire teenager died in cave collapse
Dec 02 2009 | West Midlands News
A 16-year-old Shropshire boy was crushed to death when part of a cave roof collapsed as he slept near a camp fire, an inquest has heard. Read
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Japanese man arrested on suspicion of murder and rape of Lindsay Hawker
Dec 02 2009 | West Midlands News
The prime suspect in the brutal killing in Japan of a young teacher, from Warwickshire, has been re-arrested on suspicion of murder and rape. Read
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Man arrested after several injured at Birmingham's Mr Egg takeaway
Dec 02 2009 | West Midlands News
A man has been arrested following an incident at a takeaway in Birmingham which left 13 people injured. Read
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Walsall Wood burial plot row to be resolved by court
Dec 02 2009 | West Midlands News
Two families arguing over a Black Country burial plot where the body of murdered bricklayer lies remained at loggerheads despite the efforts of church leaders. Read
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Iran releases UK sailors - reports
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
The Foreign Office is checking out reports that five British sailors captured in Iranian waters last Wednesday have been released. Read
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Iran yacht skipper admits 'mistake'
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
The captain of a British-crewed yacht detained by Iran has said they sailed into Iranian waters by mistake. Read
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Teenager convicted of 'evil' murder
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
A teenager who doused his girlfriend in petrol and set her on fire has been found guilty of her "barbaric and evil" murder. Read
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Police quiz man after women stabbed
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
A man is being questioned by police after attacks on three women which left two of them with stab wounds. Read
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Iran frees detained British sailors
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
Five British sailors detained after their yacht apparently strayed into Iranian waters have been released, the Foreign Office said. Read
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Snapper may sue Strictly contestant
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
Strictly Come Dancing contestant Ricky Whittle may be sued by the photographer he allegedly ran over, lawyers said. Read
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UK bottom of student numbers table
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
The UK is struggling to keep up as other developed nations see rising numbers of young people enter education, research has suggested. Read
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Hands off City, Darling tells EU
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
Chancellor Alistair Darling has issued a warning to other European Union governments not to interfere with the competitiveness of the City of London. Read
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Housing list wait 'tops 10 years'
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
It would take one in four local authorities more than 10 years to house everyone on their social housing waiting list, research has claimed. Read
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Jackson scores big hit on internet
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
Lady Gaga, Michael Jackson and New Moon are hot, but online interest in Amy Winehouse and Barack Obama has slipped, according to Google's latest Zeitgeist survey. Read
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Labour sacks 'royal rant' candidate
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
A Labour election candidate who called the Queen a "parasite" and "vermin" has been sacked, the party has announced. Read
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Compensation solicitors lose appeal
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
Solicitors who took millions of pounds from compensation payouts given to sick miners have lost their High Court appeal against being struck off for misconduct "on a huge scale". Read
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Suppliers must install smart meters
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
Energy suppliers will be responsible for installing "smart meters" for gas and electricity in all homes by 2020 under final plans for the scheme published by the Government. Read
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Building firms set to merge
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
The Yorkshire and Chelsea building societies have unveiled a deal to join forces in a merger set to create a "second major force" in the sector. Read
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17-year-old dies after river rescue
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
A 17-year-old student rescued from a freezing river by three workmen using a digger has died in hospital, police said. Read
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Allies to deploy 5,000 extra troops
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
The head of Nato has vowed that the "non-US" allies would send at least 5,000 more soldiers to fight in Afghanistan. Read
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Treasury demands RBS bonus control
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
The Treasury has demanded control of the Royal Bank of Scotland's bonus pot. Read
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Reports: Iran frees British sailors
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
The Foreign Office is examining reports that five British sailors captured in Iranian waters last Wednesday have been released. Read
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Obama boosts Afghan force by 30,000
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
President Barack Obama announced he was sending 30,000 more US troops to Afghanistan as part of an ambitious strategy to begin withdrawals from the country in 2011. Read
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Jobs fear as financial firms merge
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
The Yorkshire and Chelsea building societies have announced plans to merge in a deal that is likely to lead to job losses but no windfall for members. Read
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Freedom is wonderful, say yachtsmen
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
British sailor David Bloomer has said it is "wonderful" to be free after he and four colleagues spent a week being held by the Iranian authorities. Read
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Tiger Woods says sorry for 'sins'
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
Golfer Tiger Woods has apologised for letting his family down in a statement that alluded to "personal sins" and the forced exposure of "intimate details" of his life. Read
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Robbie hairdresser found dead
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
Robbie Williams' hair stylist has been found dead in woodland near the pop star's mansion, it has emerged. Read
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Coronation Street's 'Blanche' dies
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
Coronation Street actress Maggie Jones, who played sharp-tongued Blanche Hunt, has died at the age of 75. Read
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'Wonderful to be free': Yachtsman
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
British sailor David Bloomer said "it is wonderful" to be free after he and four colleagues spent a week being held by the Iranian authorities. Read
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Police forces 'must curb spending'
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
Police forces in England and Wales will be ordered to slash spending in a bid to save around £500 million a year by 2014, according to reports. Read
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Teenager convicted of petrol murder
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
A teenager who doused his girlfriend in petrol and set her on fire has been found guilty of her "barbaric and evil" murder. Read
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Robbie's hairdresser is found dead
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
Robbie Williams' hair stylist has been found dead in woodland near the pop star's mansion, it has emerged. Read
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Freedom's wonderful, says yachtsman
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
British sailor David Bloomer has said it is "wonderful" to be free after he and four colleagues spent a week being held by the Iranian authorities. Read
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Brown hails US Afghan troops pledge
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
Gordon Brown has welcomed US President Barack Obama's long- awaited announcement of a 30,000-strong troop "surge" for Afghanistan. Read
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Obama's troop surge in Afghanistan
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
US President Barack Obama is due to announce a troop surge of 30,000 soldiers to be deployed in Afghanistan by next summer, senior White House aides have confirmed. Read
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Actress urges domestic violence aid
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
Hollywood actress Reese Witherspoon will speak up for British victims of domestic violence and demand they receive more help. Read
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Joy as Iran frees British yachtsmen
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
The families of five British sailors detained after their yacht apparently strayed into Iranian waters have spoken of their delight after the men's release was confirmed. Read
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Tory raps 'crippling' green targets
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
A senior Tory has attacked the "fixation" of the green movement with imposing ever tougher targets for reducing carbon emissions, with potentially "crippling" costs for the economy. Read
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Mandelson gives Post Office a boost
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
The Government is promoting new financial products and services that could be offered via the Post Office, ranging from a business account to children's savings. Read
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Smart meter idea to cut power bills
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband is expected to reveal details of plans to install smart meters in millions of homes. Read
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Iran yacht families meet for talks
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
The families of the five British sailors captured by Iran are due to meet Foreign Office officials in the hope that their loved ones will soon be released. Read
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Unveiling of Jobcentres 'shake-up'
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
The Government is due to unveil plans for a post-recession "shake-up" of jobcentres in a bid to boost the chances of finding work for the unemployed. Read
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Obama outlines new Afghan strategy
Dec 02 2009 | UK News
US President Barack Obama has set out an ambitious timetable for the deployment of an additional 30,000 soldiers in Afghanistan and the start date for military withdrawal. Read
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Wright pens new Sharks deal
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
England all-rounder Luke Wright has signed a new three-year deal with Twenty20 Cup champions Sussex. Read
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Macheda extends United deal
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Federico Macheda has signed a four-year contract extension with Manchester United. Read
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Eastmond agrees new Saints deal
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
St Helens youngster Kyle Eastmond has ended speculation over his future by signing a new two-year contract at the GPW Recruitment Stadium. Read
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Lee moves to Crusaders
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
New Crusaders head coach Brian Noble has made Hull hooker Tommy Lee his first signing. Read
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United eyeing Neuer - agent
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Manchester United are interested in Schalke goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, according to the player's agent. Read
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Beckham and Blatter poised for meeting
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
David Beckham was due to meet FIFA president Sepp Blatter on Wednesday to push England's bid for the 2018 World Cup. Read
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Ferguson praises LMA influence
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Sir Alex Ferguson has warned clubs who think they can get rid of their managers on the cheap they are in for a nasty shock. Read
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Manchester rivals to meet in semis
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Local rivals Manchester City and Manchester United will meet in the semi-finals of the Carling Cup after being drawn together in the last four. Read
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Robinson hero for Blackburn
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Paul Robinson made two saves in a penalty shoot-out which ended 4-3 as Blackburn progressed to the semi-finals of the Carling Cup at the expense of Barclays Premier League leaders Chelsea. Read
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England confident of series success
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Confident England are primed to withstand South Africa's bid for a series-squaring fightback in the final one-day international of the series. Read
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Blatter under fire from FAI
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
The Football Association of Ireland have hit out at FIFA president Sepp Blatter for making public details of private discussions over the nation's bid for World Cup justice. Read
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Hughes: City on track
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Mark Hughes is adamant the "hysteria" surrounding Manchester City will not be allowed to derail the Blues' glory mission. Read
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Nelsen desperate for final chance
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Blackburn captain Ryan Nelsen is tired of near misses in domestic cup competitions. Read
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Downing's worth the wait - O'Neill
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill insisted it was worth waiting for Stewart Downing's full debut after the England winger helped guide the club within sight of Wembley. Read
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Ferguson not fooled by cup display
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Sir Alex Ferguson is tipping Tottenham for a sustained tilt at gatecrashing the top four despite Wednesday night's lamentable display at Old Trafford. Read
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Brady welcomes extra officials
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Republic of Ireland assistant manager Liam Brady is resigned to the fact the only positive outcome from his side's World Cup heartache will be the introduction of extra officials behind each goal at next year's finals in South Africa. Read
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Parnell heads uncapped quartet
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
South Africa have included four uncapped players in their 15-man squad for the first Test against England - with injured all-rounder Jacques Kallis named despite being a fitness doubt. Read
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England seeded for World Cup
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
England have been named as one of the eight top seeds for next summer's World Cup but France miss out. Read
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Beckham boosts bid
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
David Beckham assumed a new role as England 2018's bid trouble-shooter after holding meetings with two of football's most powerful figures. Read
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Seedings not 'an injustice' - FIFA
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
FIFA insist it would have been unfair on England if France had been made one of the top seeds for the World Cup - but insisted they were not being punished for Thierry Henry's handball. Read
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Gerrard revises Reds target
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has admitted a top-four finish is now a more realistic aim than winning the Barclays Premier League this season. Read
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Henry could face FIFA sanction
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Thierry Henry could miss the start of next summer's World Cup finals after FIFA announced they will refer his infamous handball to their disciplinary committee. Read
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FIFA reject extra referees proposal
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
FIFA have rejected a proposal to have the experimental system of having five referees involved in every match fast-tracked for next summer's World Cup. Read
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Woods apologises for 'sins'
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Tiger Woods issued an astonishing apology for "personal sins and failings" as the fallout of his car crash last Friday continued on Wednesday. Read
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City cruise past Arsenal youngsters
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Second-half goals from Carlos Tevez, Shaun Wright-Phillips and Vladimir Weiss steered Manchester City into their first domestic cup semi-final since 1981 as they beat Arsenal 3-0. Read
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Hoops out despite victory
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Celtic were knocked out of the Europa League despite getting their first victory in the competition following a 2-0 victory over Hapoel Tel-Aviv. Read
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Everton through after victory
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Diniyar Bilyaletdinov's early goal was enough to give Everton a hard-fought 1-0 victory over AEK Athens which sealed a place in the last 32 of the Europa League for David Moyes' team. Read
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Bresnan fancies Flintoff role
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Tim Bresnan cuts an increasingly confident figure in England's one-day international team - but he hopes to prove plenty more about his ability to himself and others. Read
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Vaughan: Captains could decide series
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Michael Vaughan believes the forthcoming Test series in South Africa could be decided by a head-to-head of the captains. Read
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Harrington understands Woods' move
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Padraig Harrington has defended Tiger Woods' decision to skip his own tournament following the world number one's car accident last Friday. Read
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Wenger eyeing reinforcements
Dec 02 2009 | National Sport
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger accepts the loss of striker Robin van Persie means he will have to buy when the transfer window opens in January - but only at the right price. Read
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Nominate your firm in the Birmingham Post CSR Awards
Dec 02 2009 | Thrive - Corporate Social Responsibility
It's time to nominate your company for the inaugural Birmingham Post CSR Awards. Read
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Govt gives £24m to help Birmingham schools ride recession
Dec 02 2009 | Education News
Schools in Birmingham are struggling to cope with an increase in the number of pupils caused partly by the recession, according to Children’s Secretary Ed Balls. Read
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Review: A Christmas Carol, at Birmingham Rep
Dec 02 2009 | Stage
A Christmas Carol, at Birmingham Repertory Theatre Read
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Carillion agrees £360m Canadian railway station deal
Dec 02 2009 | Latest Business News
Construction giant Carillion has won a £360 million deal to revitalise a railway station in Canada. Read
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The price of gold surges to a record high
Dec 02 2009 | Latest Business News
Gold surged to a new record high today as investors sought a refuge from the weakness in the US dollar. Read
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Government urged to step in to save jobs at Ericsson in Coventry
Dec 02 2009 | Latest Business News
The Government has been urged to step in to save 700 West Midland jobs as unions intensified the fight over the closure-threatened Ericsson plant at Coventry. Read
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Chelsea Building Society agrees merger with Yorkshire
Dec 02 2009 | Latest Business News
The Yorkshire and Chelsea building societies have unveiled a deal to join forces in a merger set to create a “second major force” in the sector. Read
