Mar
2009
Articles from 26th Mar 2009
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Squatters threaten to take Warwickshire County Cricket Club to court
Mar 26 2009 | West Midlands News
Squatters who took over a row of Victorian houses owned by Warwickshire County Cricket Club (WCCC) have threatened to sue the club – for the way they tried to evict them. Read
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Bravery awards sought for Midland heroes of the Holocaust
Mar 26 2009 | West Midlands News
Midlands heroes of the Holocaust who saved lives during the Second World War should be honoured posthumously for their bravery, MPs have said. Read
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Too much proof needed on gangs says lawyer
Mar 26 2009 | West Midlands News
Police cannot take action against scores of suspected Birmingham gang members because the proof required for a criminal prosecution is too great, a senior city council lawyer has revealed. Read
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Birmingham's Anita Shah booted off The Apprentice
Mar 26 2009 | West Midlands News
The Apprentice reject Anita Shah confessed she was “gutted” to be fired after the first task of the series – but backed one of the female contestants to win the coveted contract with Sir Alan Sugar. Read
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Rogue travel agents turning Haj pilgrimage into a disaster zone, says MP
Mar 26 2009 | West Midlands News
British Muslims making pilgrimages to Saudi Arabia are being ripped off by “rogue travel agents”, a Birmingham MP has warned. Read
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Rabbits set up home at Holloway Circus roundabout
Mar 26 2009 | West Midlands News
A pair of Easter bunnies are dicing with death after setting up home on one of the busiest roundabouts in Birmingham. Read
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Ambitious plans to expand Shakespeare celebrations in Stratford
Mar 26 2009 | West Midlands News
Ambitious plans have been unveiled to develop Stratford-upon-Avon’s annual celebration of Shakespeare’s birthday into a major festival with a higher profile. Read
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Black Country brewer among individuals to boost British tourism
Mar 26 2009 | West Midlands News
A Black Country brewer has become an ambassador in a global campaign to boost UK visitor numbers. Read
