West Midlands

Global youth social media regulation trends

272 clusters · 2081 sources · last updated about 8 hours ago

Latest: EU officials discuss online child safety and social media age limits

Governments and regulators worldwide are increasingly implementing restrictions on social media use for minors to combat digital addiction and protect mental health. Early actions in Cyprus and Turkey focused on banning

UK housing: Renters’ Rights Act impacts supply and costs

52 clusters · 79 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: England to launch mandatory landlord registration scheme

By late 2026, the UK housing market continued to navigate supply shortages and regulatory shifts following the Renters’ Rights Act. While earlier data showed house prices rising slightly in June 2026, the rental sector h

Oxfam reports on sustainable fashion and second-hand markets

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Clothing waste and upcycling trends highlight shift toward sustainable fashion

Oxfam has initiated its annual ‘Second Hand September’ campaign to promote sustainable fashion habits, such as donating and purchasing pre-loved clothing. A ‘State of Style’ report noted that while 57% of UK adults attem

Intensifying wildfires and heat crises across Europe

26 clusters · 289 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Austrian firefighters support wildfire efforts in Sardinia

The 2026 fire season has intensified across Europe, driven by extreme heat and drought. In Germany, forest fires have been reported in the Main-Kinzig district, where authorities are investigating potential arson, and in

Greater Manchester infrastructure investment

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Greater Manchester announces £60m pothole repair fund

Mayor Bev Craig has announced a £60 million Pothole Fund for Greater Manchester to repair approximately 125km of highway and over one million square metres of road surface. The investment aims to improve safety for motor

Illegal waste crime in England

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: England faces rise in illegal waste crime and organised dumping

Authorities in England are addressing a rise in illegal waste crime and organized dumping. In Cheshire, a joint investigation by the Environment Agency and Cheshire Police led to the arrest of two men following the disco

West Midlands flooding and drainage management

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: UK flooding triggers calls for improved urban drainage management

Heavy rainfall and intense storms caused significant flash flooding across the West Midlands in late August 2026. In Birmingham, residents reported homes submerged under up to ten inches of water, while the Environment A

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: West Midlands parents struggle with rising school uniform costs