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HS2 Costs Could Soar Past £100bn as Britain’s Infrastructure Failings Come Under Fresh Scrutiny - NATIONAL NEWS
Britain’s flagship high-speed rail project HS2 is facing another major reset after ministers confirmed the railway could cost more than £100 billion...
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Four teenagers charged in connection with arson at former college site in Coventry
Two boys and two girls, aged 15 and 16 respectively, have been charged with arson in connection with the fire, which took place at the former Henley College building on April 29 last year
Severn Trent promises 400 new roles in bid to tackle youth unemployment
Severn Trent has pledged 400 new roles for young people aged 16 to 24 across the East and West Midlands over the next three years, backing the Government's Youth Guarantee scheme to tackle rising youth unemployment.
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FOOTBALL - Gordon Strachan urges Coventry City to 'budget for relegation' from Premier League next season
Strachan managed the club in the Premier League from 1996 to 2001 and made 33 appearances for the Sky Blues at the end of his playing career.
No HS2 trains through Warwickshire for another decade at least
Transport secretary Heidi Alexander today set out plans to reset the controversial project, delivering the high speed rail line as quickly as possible.
Local Trainer Dan Skelton has two hopes in early 2027 Grand National frame
Operating out of Lodge Hill yard, just 40 minutes from Coventry, he is looking to build on his incredible success in recent months.
Why Helmet Shade Levels Matter in Welding
The right level usually depends on the arc intensity generated by MIG, TIG, and Stick processes.
Why UK Investors Still Turn to Gold in 2026
This article looks at why gold remains popular in the UK, how inflation and global events influence demand, and why many investors still view it as a reliable long-term asset.
CCTV appeal as thieves break into Coventry home and steal car
The incident happened in a 30 minute window
LOOK: Rugby Bikefest roars back into town
Bikers, enthusiasts and music fans from far and wide roared into Rugby town centre for the annual Bikefest on Sunday (May 17)
FOOTBALL - Former Coventry City defender Dom Hyam named in Scotland's World Cup squad
The 30-year-old made just shy of 200 appearances for the Sky Blues during a more than five-season spell from 2017 to 2022.
Police officers to face disciplinary action over death of Darren Cumberbatch
An Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) reinvestigation has taken place into the police contact with Darren Cumberbatch before his death
Three Coventry tower blocks to be demolished as major regeneration project announced
Hundreds of residents will be rehoused in the coming year as a major regeneration programme gets underway
Scaling the heights with Mahler at Coventry Cathedral
Review Leamington Sinfonia and Choirs, Mahler’s 8th Symphony, Coventry Cathedral
Youth unemployment hits 11-year high as firms cut hiring amid rising costs - NATIONAL NEWS
Youth unemployment in Britain has climbed to its highest level in more than a decade, as businesses warn that rising employment costs and a weakening economy...
ATHLETICS - Coventry Godiva Harriers win 40 medals at Warwickshire County Championships
The event took place at Pingles Stadium in Nuneaton as Godiva's athletes set a number of new personal best (PB) times.
Weapons squad make 12 arrests across Coventry area in just one month
Their aim is to tackle knife crime and youth violence
18-year-old charged in connection with gold chain robberies
With summer approaching, West Midlands Police is urging people to be vigilant and aware of their surroundings when out and about
Met Office reveals exact date when balmy 27C heat will hit Coventry
'Very warm' weather is on its way
Update on four men arrested after Tile Hill shooting
Two men sustained serious injuries in the shooting on Robert Mountford Way