Tom Cooke

Coventry

Broadcast Journalist, Coventry and Warwickshire at BBC

Mainly boring updates about my cycling mileage and number of press ups, sometimes local news. Broadcast Journalist @ BBC Coventry & Warwickshire

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New powers to tackle 'nuisance drinkers' in Stratford-upon-Avon

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Tom Cooke

New powers issued to tackle 'nuisance drinkers'BBCNatalie Gist Portfolio Holder for Law and Governance at Stratford District CouncilNew powers have been issued in a bid to to tackle anti-social behaviour in a popular tourist town. The district council and Warwickshire Police said they had received increasing reports from residents regarding criminal and anti-social behaviour linked to alcohol use in Stratford-upon-Avon.
'Incredible' Coventry pupils help ex-teacher after crash

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Tom Cooke

'Incredible' pupils help ex-teacher after crashFamilySukhraj Dhami suffered a dislocated neck in a crash in June 2023Pupils and staff at a school are trying to raise thousands of pounds to help a former teacher after he was badly hurt in a crash. Former maths teacher Suhkraj Dhami, 53, suffered a dislocated neck and other serious injuries when a car collided with his bike in June 2023.
Community in Nuneaton praised after fire appeal for neighbours

1 month ago | bbc.com | Tom Cooke

Community praised after fire appeal for neighboursBBC"The volunteers were absolutely amazing," Rosaviyah Razaq saidA community group has thanked neighbours for helping after a fire damaged four homes. The roofs of the homes on Vale View in Stockingford, Nuneaton, were severely damaged after flying embers from a garden fire set light to a plastic Christmas tree, which then spread to the houses, on 1 April.
Nuneaton high street 'champion' to close her shop for good

2 months ago | bbc.co.uk | Tom Cooke |Charlotte Benton

A gift shop owner says her business is no longer viable and has been forced to close as rising overhead costs and lower footfall continue to take their toll. Jo Williams has owned Joco Gifts in Nuneaton for 10 years, however the closure of a nearby car park and increases to National Insurance and minimum wage have led her to an "incredibly difficult decision". She said the decision had been "taken out her her hands" and her accountant had informed her she had "done everything you can".
Nuneaton high street 'champion' to close her shop for good

2 months ago | bbc.com | Tom Cooke

High street 'champion' to close her shop for goodCharlotte BentonBBCJo Williams said rising costs and low footfall led to the "incredibly difficult decision" A gift shop owner says her business is no longer viable and has been forced to close as rising overhead costs and lower footfall continue to take their toll.
Coventry campaigners take cycle route battle to High Court

Mar 3, 2025 | bbc.com | Tom Cooke

Campaigners take cycle route battle to High CourtShyamantha AsokanBBCCampaigners held a tree-hugging protest last year against the plans, which would fell 26 treesCampaigners will take their battle to stop 26 trees from being cut down for a cycle route to the High Court this week. Coventry City Council approved the final section of the 6km (3.7-mile) Binley Cycleway in December, but residents have opposed a planned stretch on Clifford Bridge Road for years.
Bulkington woman fosters dog destined for meat festival - BBC News

Jul 15, 2024 | bbc.com | Tom Cooke

Toby is eating a special diet with pro-biotic dog food to help him gain weight, after being rescued.
Last wards to have street lights switched off at night

Jul 11, 2024 | bbc.com | Tom Cooke

Last city wards to have street lights off at nightBy Tom Cooke, BBC Coventry and WarwickshireBBCColin Millard said his road was now pitch black at night and it was not safeStreet lights are to be turned off overnight in remaining wards in Coventry, as part of council plans to save £700,000 a year in energy costs. Sixteen wards in the city have already had their lights switched off after midnight in a move to reduce spending and cut carbon emissions by about a fifth.
Fears for Nuneaton Borough Football Club after eviction note issued

Oct 25, 2023 | bbc.co.uk | Oprah Flash |Tom Cooke

Doubt has been cast over the future of Nuneaton Borough Football Club after an eviction notice forced a football match to be relocated at the last minute. The team were scheduled to face Bromsgrove Sporting FC at the FCS stadium in Liberty Way on Tuesday but it was moved to Hinckley AFC. The club has previously faced budget difficulties. In 2019, an appeal was made to save the club from debt. Owner Jimmy Ginnelly has been approached for a comment.
Coventry school head calls for police to tackle nearby drug use

Sep 28, 2023 | bbc.co.uk | Alice Cullinane |Tom Cooke

A head teacher has called for more police patrols to tackle drug-dealing near a school in Coventry. Residents close to the school and Charterhouse museum say dealing frequently takes place in the area. Cara Page, head of All Saints Church Of England Primary School, said parents were worried about their children playing outside. West Midlands Police said high visibility patrols would take place to tackle the anti-social behaviour.