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Birmingham's night-time economy hit by wave of closures

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Birmingham's nightlife is shrinking. The historic Anchor pub is the latest in a string of closures—alongside Hockley Social, 5:15 Club and Zumhof. Richard Gullick speaks to Night Time Economy ambassador Lyle Bignon about what’s fuelling the decline, and why leaders across government must act now or risk permanent damage to the city’s cultural and economic core.

Wallsend School’s Come Together for the Biggest Sports Day in the North East

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280 Year 6 students from schools across North Tyneside came together to take part in a sports day at Sporting Wallsend for National School’s Sports Week.

TFL say it is cleaning graffiti off tube trains

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Transport for London has said it is cleaning Central and Bakerloo trains that have graffiti on surfaces.

The oldest surviving building in Liverpool City Centre

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It's the oldest building in Liverpool city centre, and for more than 300 years, The Bluecoat has stood as a silent witness to the city's story.

How much space should you leave when overtaking a cyclist?

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What are the official rules when it comes to overtaking a cyclist on UK roads?

Northumbria Police to Stamp Down on E-Bikes and Scooters with New Drone Powers

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Northumbria Police and Crime Commissioner Susan Dungworth is pushing for enhanced drone capabilities to tackle the growing problem of illegal motorbike, scrambler, and e-bike use across the region.

Motorists vs Cyclists in the North East

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How well do motorists and cyclists share the road in your area? What could be done to make it safer for both?

Bristol Sounds 2025: Why a local music festival helps to boost Bristol’s economy

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Bristol Sounds 2025 is shaping up to be a must-attend event for music enthusiasts of all genres. The festival's lineup includes a mix of rock, pop, and indie acts, ensuring there's something for everyone.

National Beer Day: How Bundobust curated one of the best beer lists in the country

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We went down to Bundobust, to talk to their head brewer, Dan, about how they’d put together one of the most popular and successful beer menus in the country.

The Verdict: Why are men often slower to visit the doctor?

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Our reporters hit the streets to talk to the public in our major cities across the UK about the news making the headlines this week.