90 m. ago UK weather today: Scorching Friday as four major towns forecast 22C heat blast as maps turn hot red

Weather maps have shown where in the UK can expect the warmest conditions today, with several towns in the north of England promised 22C temperatures before the weekend cools

Society

2 h. ago Scottish shopper footfall latest: Will an Easter rebound lift retailers’ spirits?

“If the warm weather can tempt shoppers back to the high street, then hopefully a little deferred spending might be unlocked” – Ewan MacDonald-Russell, SRC

Politics

3 h. ago Urgent £800 alert to anyone ignoring key warnings on their cars

Brits ignoring warning lights, skipping services, or turning a blind eye to wear-and-tear could be costing themselves more in the long-run, a motoring expert has warned

Events

7 h. ago Get ready for Easter getaway: Warning nearly 20 million drivers will hit the roads over bank holiday weekend

The AA warned Easter weekend being three weeks later than in 2024 will see holiday traffic levels spike by 15 per cent as many people hope for warmer weather this year.

Events

13 h. ago Birmingham bin strikes: Locals earn extra cash with waste collections as rubbish piles up on streets

Local Reece Ticer, 29, is juggling his day job as an electrical engineer with collecting bins from homes and local businesses, as negotiations to end the Birmingham bin strikes continue

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15 h. ago 'You're all f***ing tramps, it's disgusting!' Moment furious resident in Birmingham shouts at neighbours for dumping rubbish in the streets

Balsall Heath resident Chelsea Bernard blasted her neighbours for fly-tipping on their road - and not offering to help when she has tried to clean up the street.

Politics

16 h. ago Met Office say temperatures will plunge eight degrees over 24 hours and these will be the coldest parts of Wales

As the Easter holidays approach, its recommended that you enjoy the warm weather while you can

Politics

16 h. ago Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to motorists to check their driving licence and avoid a hefty £1,000 fine

The money saving expert, 52, has warned drivers across the UK that they could be in for an unpleasant shock if they are discovered driving with an out of date licence.

Events

16 h. ago Exact date weather ‘turning more changeable’ with 'breezy, less warm' conditions according to Met Office

The consistent blue skies are unfortunately coming to an end soon

Society

16 h. ago Rayner urges striking Birmingham bin workers to accept ‘improved’ deal

Members of the Unite union launched an all-out strike last month in a dispute over pay and jobs.

Economics

17 h. ago 'I'm a fashion writer and my top spring and summer picks from Roman are all under £50'

Fashion writer Lucy Addicott has chosen her favourite pieces from Roman's spring and summer collections just in time for the warmer weather

Economics

18 h. ago Birmingham residents urged to watch for ‘bin raiders’ as strikes spark fraud warning

Birmingham’s residents have been warned of less obvious dangers as bin strike action continues

Events

20 h. ago Celebrity Big Brother expert rumbles Mickey Rourke's 'game plan' after ITV warning

Celebrity Big Brother star Mickey Rourke may have a plan up his sleeve, says ITV Lorraine TV expert

Events

28 h. ago Rats, rubbish and rising taxes: why Birmingham stinks right now – podcast

Why have the city’s bin collectors gone on strike? Jessica Murray reports“It’s been absolutely unbelievable,” William Timms, a pest controller, tells Hannah Moore.“Since March, calls have gone up 50%. Usually, I’m dealing with about three or four rodent jobs a day this time of year. And then I’ve got my insect jobs on top. Continue reading...

Politics

34 h. ago Wish you were here? As Birmingham battles the rats, its MP is on a Japanese jolly in five

Liam Byrne (pictured), a Birmingham MP and chair of the business and trade committee, flew to Japan for a 'fact-finding' mission with seven other MPs on 28 March.

Events

38 h. ago Expert issues urgent infection warning to women with fake nails

While anyone who touches their ear with unwashed hands is at risk of infection, those with extended nails are especially vulnerable.

Events

39 h. ago Win new Tassimo Finesse Friendly machine and make perfect coffee at home

The weather is warming up and we're giving away 20 Tassimo Finesse Friendly machines to lucky Mirror readers

Politics

39 h. ago ITV producers slapped with Benidorm warning as 'reboot' must do one thing to survive

The sun-soaked hit ITV series Benidorm is in talks for a comeback after being axed in 2018 - but one TV expert has warned producers of one thing if they hope to make it a hit in 2025

Events

40 h. ago Man dressed as giant rat interrupts Birmingham City Council meeting to demand bin strike action

A protester dressed as a giant rat interrupted a Birmingham City Council meeting to demand action on the ongoing bin strike which has seen rubbish bags piled high on the city's streets.

Events

40 h. ago Birmingham faces a 'Victorian' disease crisis caused by rats feasting on tons of rubbish on streets unless ministers break union bin strike, Tories warn

Kevin Hollinrake warned that the Unite-led dispute could drag England's second city back to the 19th Century, as rats feast on tons and tons of uncollected household waste.

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