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Health NewsHeart-warming video honours staff at Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospitals on NHS 70th birthday
The NHS was launched on July 5 1948 under the Labour government
Health NewsHospitals failing to make savings as NHS anniversary celebrated
Bosses at the Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust admitted it is falling short on its finances
Regional AffairsCouncillors to get better maternity pay than Birmingham city council staff
Until now councillors were denied paid time off to start a family
Regional AffairsUnfinished hospital could be delayed further
The Midland Metropolitan Hospital in Sandwell may not even be completed by 2022
TechnologyBirmingham tech firm wins €100,000 at global healthcare competition
Whisk will now development new digital solutions to help people with type 2 diabetes manage the condition
Health NewsDeaths not caused by staff errors, says mental health trust
The deaths were investigated by the Dudley and Walsall Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust
Health NewsPatients' deaths linked to failings in care, report reveals
Thirty-seven deaths investigated between 2016 and 2018 at Dudley and Walsall Mental Health Trust
Regional AffairsDrug testing for taxi drivers plan after fatal Belgrave Middleway crash
The taxi driver who died was found to have cocaine in his system
Health NewsWorrying stats show Birmingham hospital waiting lists at highest level in 10 years
There were 52,501 people waiting for treatment at the trust at the end of April
Regional AffairsDetails of clean air zone charge for Birmingham revealed and it's not all bad for drivers
But the heaviest polluting cars will be charged up to £10 per day to enter new clean air zone after 2020
Health NewsBirmingham air pollution: 'This is a public health emergency'Kings Heath asthma sufferer Peter Edwards worries about the affect of pollution on his daughter
Regional AffairsHome Office 'hostile environment' showed a lack of respect and humanity says former Birmingham doctor refused visa
Dr Syed Kazmi was ordered to leave the UK despite shortage of hospital staff
Health NewsRevealed: The NHS property identified for possible new houses near Birmingham
New figures released this week by NHS Digital show that in 2017/18, three sites owned by Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust were newly identified
Regional Affairs£1.3m funding to improve Edgbaston junction where doctor Suzanna Bull was killed
Department for Transport grants capital for cycling improvements at notorious crossroads near Edgbaston stadium where Suzanna Bull was killed last year
Birmingham Children's HospitalFormer city council chief made dame in Birthday Honours
Stella Manzie is recognised for 'outstanding track record of transformational public service'
Regional AffairsCarillion begged for £125 million bail-out for Midland Metropolitan Hospital
How construction of a major new hospital for Birmingham and the Black Country went wrong
Health NewsComment: My mental health and a journey to hell and back
Former city councillor Ian Cruise discusses his own battle with mental illness
Health NewsHospital plan at Pebble Mill deferred after councillors' concerns
And planning chiefs said there may not be enough parking spaces
Health NewsShock pollution death figure revealed in Sandwell
With two major motorways running through Sandwell, people in the borough are hard hit
Health NewsHospitals are advertising for medical staff but can't find anyone to do the job
Edgbaston MP Preet Kaur Gill writes to the Health Secretary warning hospitals need help
Health NewsFree WiFi at GP surgeries across Birmingham and Solihull
NHS managers say offering patients free WiFi will allow them to use health apps on their phones
Regional AffairsNew study into cycling across the West Midlands
Charity Sustrans has secured new funding to widen its research into attitudes towards cycling across Birmingham and the wider West Midlands
Health NewsHospital plan at former BBC studios in Birmingham set to nearly double in size
The hospital will be built at Pebble Mill in Birmingham
Regional AffairsYoung people want restrictions on apps to prevent addiction
Birmingham University study finds young people understand the benefits and the dangers of social media and apps
Regional AffairsBirmingham's trams are turning blueThe familiar pink and white livery is being phased out
Regional AffairsNearly everyone in Birmingham will see their commute change soonA rundown of the major road, rail, cycle and tram projects on the way
Regional AffairsFirst details of new employment park on Sutton Coldfield's green belt in Peddimore revealed by IM PropertiesJobs and social benefits promised by developers of new industrial park by Minworth
Regional AffairsParadise Circus to close for a year as tram works continueCommuters warned of diversions when work on Centenary Square extension begins later this year
Regional AffairsTom Watson launches campaign to host the World Cup in the UKIt's time to finally bring football home, says Black Country MP Tom Watson
High Speed 2HS2 appoints Crossrail chief as new chairmanSir Terry Morgan will take over the role next month after spearheading new Tube line in London
EducationNewman University celebrates half century with special supplementInstitute founded by Blessed John Henry Cardinal Newman was founded in 1968 as a teacher training college
Calthorpe EstatesDemolition starts on new £300m Edgbaston regenerationNew Garden Square will have apartments, a hotel, restaurants and bars around a new square
TechnologyBirmingham tech firm wins €100,000 at global healthcare competitionWhisk will now development new digital solutions to help people with type 2 diabetes manage the condition
Local NewsBarr Beacon SchoolFind out how Barr Beacon School rates compared to other secondary schools in Walsall with our school ratings
HomeNobody knows what West Midlands Combined Authority is, claim'I think it’s important that the branding is done properly'
HomeRailway station upgrade in Perry Barr may not be finished in time for Commonwealth GamesThe project to transform the station is costing between £15m to £20m
HomeAll you need to know about the next set of Midlands Metro road closuresTransport bosses issue advice to commuters ahead of major city centre works
HomeGarage sites considered for new homes across SolihullThough developing the sites for new-builds can be 'problematic'
HomeRevealed: Full story behind why Arabian Nites has been closedThe details were revealed in a report published by the council ahead of a licensing hearing
High Speed 2HS2 appoints Crossrail chief as new chairmanSir Terry Morgan will take over the role next month after spearheading new Tube line in London
EducationNewman University celebrates half century with special supplementInstitute founded by Blessed John Henry Cardinal Newman was founded in 1968 as a teacher training college
Birmingham Post Business AwardsLiberty Industries Group promoting sustainabilityIndustrial and engineering group is backing a new category at the Birmingham Post Business Awards 2018
Birmingham Post Business AwardsMorgan Reach keen to support new businessesFinancial services firm returns to support New Business of the Year category at Birmingham Post Business Awards
Birmingham Post Business AwardsDeadline approaching for Birmingham Post Business AwardsTime is running out to enter our annual celebration of the finest businesses and organisations across Birmingham