Jan
2009
Articles from 22nd Jan 2009
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My power struggle with British Gas
Jan 22 2009 | More Columnists
One question has been dominating life in the Grimley household this week: can we stop British Gas sending debt collectors round to seize my 80-year-old mother-in-law’s furniture? Read
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West must hold Israel to the law
Jan 22 2009 | More Columnists
In Victoria Square on Saturday thousands gathered to protest about Israel’s attack on Gaza. A man in the square told me he had never participated in such an event before but had to do something about Gaza. Having spoken to friends, there were many more who would have been there if they had known. Read
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Coventry kid seeks fresh batch
Jan 22 2009 | More Columnists
Searching for joy amidst the gloom, I have stumbled across a little light relief from the crunch in the shape of Midland accents. Read
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Sterling means crunch is felt
Jan 22 2009 | More Columnists
Unemployment has increased by 18,000 in the West Midlands between September and November, according to the latest government figures. Read
