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Blair: “I’m innocent of everything my publicist says I’m guilty of.”

Lord Tony Blair of Bollocksville, former king of Inger-lund, talks exclusively to Sir Howard Elston about his totally blameless role in the Iraq and Afghani wars.





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Peake speaks: “Get me back to outer space and fast.”

Our outer spaced reporter Lord Howard Elston chats with Brit astronaut Tim Peake who has just landed








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Review: The Box of Delights

The Royal Shakespeare Company's Christmas offering enchants Jessica Harris.




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Birmingham Rep’s Christmas is a stunner

Jessica Harris is enchanted by The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.






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Remembrance service held for city homeless

Taking time at Christmas to remember homeless who passed away in Birmingham.




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Eat at The Public

Tasty theatrical treat served up as part of Celebration Week.




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Don’t forget the diver

Terry Wills on the big talking point of Albion's weekend.




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Public arts piece wins prestigious award

Arts centre commended for excellence and innovation in digital accessibility for all.




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Love thy Neighbour

Terry Wills on old enemies from near and far.




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Another game of three thirds

Terry Wills gives the Albion perspective on Monday night's clash.





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Throstles choked by Canaries

Terry Wills. Not a Happy Baggie.





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Boinging in the rain

Terry Wills offers an Albion perspective on last night's derby.





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Community group remains a force for good

Jo empowers an Erdington community response.





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Food bank grant helping Hockley’s elderly and vulnerable

Persimmon Homes donate to day centre.




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The long walk home

Digbeth resident walking 100 miles for NHS charities.






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Call to help spot signs of child exploitation

Childrens Society chief executive Mark Russell writes about their Look Closer campaign.




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Police initiative leads to reduction in local crime

Police Now officers tackling crime and anti-social behaviour with positive results.




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City venues act in spitting case

Woman faces lifetime ban after racially abusing and spitting at doorman.




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Reward offered for information regarding baby’s death

Charity offers £5,000 reward over tragic discovery of baby’s body in Walsall canal.




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UK first for West Midands anti-violence strategy

WMCA bosses appointed as champions to tackle violence against women on public transport.






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Report shows positive impact of Birmingham Festival 23

Evaluation highlights the appetite for arts, culture and entertainment in the city.









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Breakthrough for emergency services

West Midlands CARE Team join Blood on Board initiative.





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Ring and Ride services returning

Return to regular duties after helping NHS key workers during pandemic.




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Birmingham youth violence charity wins top national award

Recognition for Redthread's work with young people affected by violence and street crime.




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Time to get hands on with CPR

Learn how to deal with cardiac arrest and save a life.





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Crimestoppers offering reward over Walsall shooting

£5,000 reward offered for information on attempted murder shooting.




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Ambulance Trust to roll out body cameras

Figures reveal rise in the number of assaults on West Midlands ambulance staff.