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Residents launch legal bid to ban hostels and HMOS on Erdington estate

25Jan

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Politics, Top Stories

Residents launch legal bid to ban hostels and HMOS on Erdington estate

123RF Residents launch legal bid to ban hostels and HMOS on Erdington estate Residents on Pitts Farm Estate are clamouring for the council to invoke historic legal rule on housing use Ban Hostels Residents on an Erdington estate are trying to get a newly opened house for vulnerable tenants shut down – by using a historic covenant. The legal covenant – found in the deeds of most homes on the Pitts Farm Estate – says properties can only be used as ‘private single dwellings. Now residents neighbouring one former family home say they want the council to step in and shut it down after it was converted into a house for up to six separate individuals. Surge The property, in a cul de sac location, is now home to people who require additional support and care. Neighbours...

Germany approves landmark bill to liberalise cannabis use and sale

27Nov

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Germany approves landmark bill to liberalise cannabis use and sale

123RF People will also be allowed to grow up to three cannabis plants as Berlin tries to curb the black market, protect consumers against contaminated products and reduce drug-related crime Legal in Germany Being in possession of small amounts of cannabis is on its way to becoming legal in Germany after the country’s cabinet approved a plan to begin decriminalising the drug. A bill that lets people have 25 grams (nearly one ounce) of cannabis for recreational purposes, grow up to three plants, or acquire marijuana at “cannabis clubs” is set to become law. To become law It will give Germany some of the most liberal cannabis laws in Europe and fulfils the plans of Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Those taking part will have to be members of “cannabis clubs” where ...

27Nov

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Health & Wellbeing, Lifestyle, Top Stories

Cannabis is still illegal

Shutterstock Excuse me while I light my spliff! Ganga, Cannabis, Marijuana, Weed, Collie, Bush, Draw, call it what you will, is being downgraded from Class B to Class C. Lots of dos and don’ts What does this mean to the average man in the street? Cannabis is STILL illegal. Generally speaking, the police will take a softer approach to the cannabis use, but there are lots of dos and don’ts. You can still be arrested for: smoking it in public places or near schools, for possession of what is more than a reasonable amount for your own personal use or for cultivating it or dealing in it. The main point to remember is that cannabis is only downgraded – not decriminalised. No Change In fact, the law hasn’t really changed that much except for the fact that you get a lesser sente...

Jimmy Cliff at Moseley Birmingham at the Jazz festival 2018

26Nov

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Jimmy Cliff at Moseley Birmingham at the Jazz festival 2018

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25Nov

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Reggae legend Jimmy Cliff dies, aged 81

Jimmy Cliff, born James Chambers on 30 July 1944 in rural St. Catherine, Jamaica, died today, 24 November 2025, in Kingston at the age of 81 after a seizure followed by pneumonia, as confirmed by his wife, Latifa Chambers. His passing closes the earthly chapter of a man whose voice, songs and screen presence helped carry Jamaican music from village sound systems to the global stage. Roots in JamaicaJimmy Cliff grew up in Somerton district, St. James Parish, where music and church life intertwined with the everyday struggles of rural Jamaica. As a teenager he moved to Kingston, absorbing the energy of its streets and sound systems while writing songs and chasing a future in music.By 14 he had his first local hit, “Hurricane Hattie,” recorded for producer Leslie Kong, marking him as one ...

Registered child sex offender data: Sarah’s Law

21Nov

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Registered child sex offender data: Sarah’s Law

123RF If someone is in danger or at risk If you’re concerned about a child, you can tell us about this, either by calling 101 or online. If you have a hearing or speech impairment, use our textphone service on 18001 101. If there’s an immediate risk to someone’s safety, please call 999. If you have a hearing or speech impairment, use our textphone service 18000 or text us on 999 if you’ve pre-registered with the emergency SMS service. ‘Sarah’s Law’ The child sex offender disclosure scheme, sometimes called ‘Sarah’s Law’, allows parents, carers or guardians to formally ask the police for information about a person who has contact with their child, or a child close to them, if they’re concerned the person may pose a risk. Find out below how to make a request under the...

21Nov

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StingDem Radio

Free internet radio Monday 12am – 3am Tyrone Melody 7am – 10am Empty 10am – 1pm Smudge 1pm – 3pm DJ K.C 3pm – 6pm Little Richie 6pm – 8pm Jazzy Fresh 8pm – 10pm Gilly Irie 10pm – 12am Warr Report Tuesday 12am – 6am Soundchat 6am – 8am Sugar D Mix 8am – 11am Mikey D 11am – 1pm Stevie J 1pm – 3pm Jacko Melody 3pm – 6pm Wayne Irie 6pm – 8pm Higher Medz 8pm – 10pm Billy Slaughter 10pm – 12am DJ Slim Wednesday 12am – 4am Farda Ribz 4am – 8am Country Man 8am – 11am DJ Dully 11am – 1pm DJ Ree Ree 1pm – 3pm Mr Romantic 3pm – 6pm Wayne Irie 6pm – 8pm Warren G 8pm – 10pm DJ Smudge 10pm – 12am&nb...

21Nov

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Sandwell Metropolitan Hospital

The Midland Metropolitan University Hospital has been granted the go ahead from the Trust board that will run it to open on 6 October this year. Speaking following the historic meeting Trust Chairman Sir David Nicholson commented: “This is truly a key moment for our patients, people, and population as we know that this winter, we will be delivering emergency care in an environment which exceeds expectations and delivers benefits in wellbeing both for patients and our staff. “Our board carefully considered extensive information about all aspects of the programme to deliver the new hospital safely. We are assured of the clinical safety, patient, and staff experience case for opening and transferring patients. “These key milestones mark the final steps in our journey towards opening...

Who will be deported from Uk in November 2025? New rules that might shock you

15Nov

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Who will be deported from Uk in November 2025? New rules that might shock you

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Hurricane Melissa Unleashes Unprecedented Destruction on Jamaica

15Nov

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Environment, News, Top Stories, World News

Hurricane Melissa Unleashes Unprecedented Destruction on Jamaica

Photograph: Ricardo Makyn/AFP/Getty Images Hurricane Miriam—often misreported as Melissa—was a record-shattering Category 5 storm that hit Jamaica in late October 2025, causing devastation on a scale never seen before in the island’s history. This blog explores Jamaica’s preparations, the harrowing impact of the hurricane, and the ongoing recovery efforts, combining both pre- and post-landfall perspectives. Jamaica before Hurricane Miriam In the days leading up to landfall, meteorologists began issuing dire warnings as Miriam formed over abnormally warm Caribbean waters, rapidly intensifying and prompting emergency preparedness measures. Prime Minister Andrew Holness publicly urged residents to evacuate flood-prone and low-lying areas, and ordered schools to transition to online ...

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