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New sick, maternity, paternity pay rates proposed under Andy Burnham

Mr Burnham is being urged to make changes to the sick pay rules, as well as pay paid to parents on leave.

Jose Mourinho gives blunt review of Trent Alexander-Arnold’s midfield performance for Real Madrid

Madrid won their opening Champions League game of the league phase with Alexander-Arnold deployed in midfield

Reform council leader's proposed free parking plans 'not currently deliverable'

A pledge by Bradford Council’s leader to introduce free parking across the district is currently “not deliverable.”

Ryanair and Wizz Air Wednesday statements on 'shambles' as flights cancelled

Airline bosses have spoken about the serious and widespread disruption that continues today

TUI flight from Birmingham Airport delayed by nine hours amid air traffic control disruption

Holidaymakers on a TUI service to Greece will encounter an extended wait before their getaway can commence

First look at future plans for former 3M site in Atherstone

A new planning application has been submitted

The Birmingham pumpkin patch that costs just £5 for kids, including a pumpkin, and adults go free

The Pumpkin Extravaganza event is £10 cheaper than last year and features games, photos, a pumpkin zone, a free pumpkin and free-to-use carving tables

Anyone with garden furniture urged to do vital job before end of September

As we head into autumn, certain conditions pose a new threat to your garden furniture - here's what experts say you should do now to prevent lasting damage

Parkinson demands more from Wrexham after draw

Manager Phil Parkinson acknowledges Wrexham have room for improvement after they were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Burnley.

Garcia vs Benn: Start time, undercard and how to watch fight this weekend

Controversial British star Conor Benn challenges divisive American Ryan Garcia for the WBC welterweight belt

Garden furniture owners urged to carry out important task before October arrives

Experts warn that autumnal conditions can wreak havoc on your garden furniture — so it's important to act before they actually take hold.

'People don't believe me when I tell them my job but I've worked hard to get this far'

Grace has been in the construction industry for years - but says people still can't believe it when she tells them

Coronation Street's Tina O'Brien dazzles at NTAs with daughter's response amid soap future doubt

Actress Tina O'Brien has dazzled her co-stars as well as her fans as she made a stunning appearance at the 2026 National Television Awards

The walkable English city named world's 'most beautiful' beating Venice, Rome and Barcelona

The historic English city with Roman roots was crowned the world's most beautiful city according to research

Cyclist dead in Port Glasgow crash after Ford car hits three bikers

A 46-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene following the crash on the A8 on Tuesday evening.

UK weather maps show 100 areas forecast for heavy rain in Thursday washout - full list

A band of heavy rain is forecast to move across the West Midlands on Thursday, with Met Office maps suggesting dozens of areas will be affected - here's the full list

Andy Burnham £84 energy bill discount put forward for middle-income households

Makerfield MP Mr Burnham has been urged to bring in a so-called 'Affordable Energy Guarantee'.

Coronation Street's Sue Devaney declared love by co-star as they miss out at National Television Awards

Debbie Webster star Sue Devaney was among the Corrie stars at the 2026 National Television Awards

'Bomb threat' at East Kilbride school as police search the area

Police were called to Calderglen High School following reports of a 'malicious communication'.

Oil prices surpass 100 dollars a barrel after US strikes on Iranian tankers

Traders in the financial markets reacted to tensions flaring up in the Middle East.

NI traffic alerts: Crash causing delays on Belfast-bound road

The best under-the-radar destinations to visit in 2027, according to experts

The ‘Not Hot List’ features a nature reserve in Kenya, ski slopes in Georgia and a Latvian beach break

Woman in M62 crash that killed pal after hitting 143mph said she was asleep in passenger seat, court hears

Humaira Batool, 26, also says Mohammed Shaan Hussain pressed Lambo boost moments before fatal crash on the M62

Mum 'felt sick' when she looked at her son but says doctors 'didn't listen'

Ella Wilson, 23, from Manchester, says she repeatedly raised concerns with doctors before her son was eventually diagnosed