Jordan Coussins

Burton-on-Trent

Black Country Editor at Birmingham Mail

Content Editor for BirminghamLive/BlackCountryLive (@Birmingham_live/@BlackCountry), ex-reporter for Derby Telegraph (@Derbyshire_live) and hill walker.

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Man inherits 18th century Midland house - and finds treasure trove worth thousands

1 day ago | birminghammail.co.uk | Jordan Coussins

Michael Hamson, 79, was left stunned after discovering the treasure trove of antique padlocks hidden throughout the sprawling 18th century property in Brewood, StaffordshireA handyman was left in utter shock after discovering a cache of antique padlocks, potentially worth a small fortune, inside an 18th-century house he inherited.
Rotting rubbish still piling up on Birmingham streets despite council claims

1 day ago | birminghammail.co.uk | Jordan Coussins

Shocking pictures show piles of rotting rubbish still piling up in Birmingham despite council claims that collections are back to normalShocking images reveal rotting waste continuing to accumulate in Birmingham, contradicting council assertions that bin collections have returned to normal. Refuse workers on strike are threatening ongoing industrial action until their conditions are met, with some fearing the disruptions could extend to Christmas.
Midland homeowner returns from holiday to find two-story 'eyesore' at end of garden

1 day ago | birminghammail.co.uk | Jordan Coussins

Les Whitaker was left outraged after a huge extension was built in the garden of a neighbouring property while he was away on holiday - and claims he was never informedA fuming homeowner has disclosed his shock upon returning from a holiday to discover a colossal 'eyesore' extension looming at the edge of his garden. Les Whitaker, 75, was greeted by an imposing edifice abutting his property in Shrewsbury, Shrops, after a month-long sojourn in India.
UK drivers warned as 'deeply concerning' litter trend emerges

1 day ago | birminghammail.co.uk | Jordan Coussins

A new survey has uncovered worrying levels of hostility and bad manners on the road towards motorcyclists, with a third saying they've had litter deliberately thrown at themA new survey has uncovered worrying levels of hostility and bad manners on the road towards motorcyclists, with a third saying they've had litter deliberately thrown at themCar drivers are launching litter at motorcyclists in a concerning rising trend, according to new research.
Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to millions of Brits with savings

1 day ago | birminghammail.co.uk | Jordan Coussins

The Bank of England cut its base rate from 4.5 per cent to 4.25 per cent last week - and it's bad news for those with savingsMartin Lewis has encouraged Brits to check if they're eligible for an 'unbeatable savings product(Image: inyourArea)Following a significant shakeup, over half a million Brits are now eligible for a boost on their savings.
State pensioners warned they may face eight-month wait for payment increase

1 day ago | birminghammail.co.uk | Jordan Coussins

Some pensioners who have paid thousands of pounds to top up their state pension have been told they must wait months to see any increase in their paymentsSome pensioners who have paid thousands of pounds to top up their state pension have been told they must wait months to see any increase in their paymentsPensioners who have paid to boost their National Insurance records are being warned they might face a lengthy wait to see their state pension increase.
Full list of UK's worst broadband and landline services named and shamed by Ofcom

1 day ago | birminghammail.co.uk | Jordan Coussins

The broadband and landline services that received the most complaints per 100,000 customers between October and December last year have been named and shamed by OfcomThe broadband and landline services that received the most complaints per 100,000 customers between October and December last year have been named and shamed by OfcomOfcom has publicly identified the UK's broadband and landline providers that have generated the highest level of complaints to the watchdog.
Man arrested after alleged arson attack at Keir Starmer's home

1 day ago | birminghammail.co.uk | Jordan Coussins

The Metropolitan Police said a 21-year-old was arrested in the early hours of this morning in connection with the alleged arson attacks at Keir Starmer's homeThe Metropolitan Police said a 21-year-old was arrested in the early hours of this morning in connection with the alleged arson attacks at Keir Starmer's home(Image: PA)A 21 year old man has been nabbed by the police for an alleged arson attempt at Keir Starmer's residence in north London.
DVLA warning as drivers face £1,000 fine for not declaring seven key changes

2 days ago | birminghammail.co.uk | Jordan Coussins

The DVLA is warning drivers that they must declare seven key changes or face fines of up to £1,000 and points on their licence. Here's what motorists need to knowThe DVLA is warning drivers that they must declare seven key changes or face fines of up to £1,000 and points on their licence. Here's what motorists need to knowMotorists are being warned about the possibility of being slapped with a £1,000 fine and points on their licence if they neglect to report seven vital changes to the DVLA.
State pensioners warned over two DWP changes from next year

2 days ago | birminghammail.co.uk | Jordan Coussins

The Department for Work and Pensions has announced two major changes to the state pension that will come into effect from next yearThe Department for Work and Pensions has announced two major changes to the state pension that will come into effect from next yearState pensioners are bracing for two major shifts from April 2026 that will affect their payouts.

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RT @blackcountry: West Midlands Police imposed emergency Section 60 powers last night until 7am today, March 14, after the attack https://t…

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Articles

Man inherits 18th century Midland house - and finds treasure trove worth thousands

Rotting rubbish still piling up on Birmingham streets despite council claims

Midland homeowner returns from holiday to find two-story 'eyesore' at end of garden

UK drivers warned as 'deeply concerning' litter trend emerges

Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to millions of Brits with savings

State pensioners warned they may face eight-month wait for payment increase

Full list of UK's worst broadband and landline services named and shamed by Ofcom

Man arrested after alleged arson attack at Keir Starmer's home

DVLA warning as drivers face £1,000 fine for not declaring seven key changes

State pensioners warned over two DWP changes from next year

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