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West Midlands police chief sorry for saying Jewish community supported Maccabi fan ban

Senior officer had told MPs some Jewish representatives did not want Maccabi Tel Aviv fans at Aston Villa game classified as high riskA senior police officer has apologised to Birmingham’s Jewish residents after he told MPs that some had expressed support for the exclusion of Maccabi Tel Aviv fans...

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing spoiler result 'biggest shock in show's 21 year history'

The results have once again been leaked ahead of the Sunday show - and fans can't believe it

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Strictly's Motsi Mabuse savages pro live on air as fans say 'teach him some manners'

Strictly Come Dancing judge Motsi Mabuse didn't mince her words when it came to professional dancer Neil Jones during the latest live show on Saturday night

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Two Birmingham roads where the most drivers were caught by speed cameras - key points

It comes as more average speed cameras are being put up on key routes in Birmingham and the speed limit cut to 30mph

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Key points as headteacher mysteriously 'absent' from Birmingham nursery schools

Birmingham City Council confirmed an "internal process" is being undertaken

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Key points as former Birmingham doctor charged with sexual assaults against 38 patients

Nathaniel Spencer, of Quinton, Birmingham, faces a raft of charges for alleged sexual assaults including nine counts of sexual assault of a child under 13

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Strictly's Karen Carney 'set up' for exit as she ends up bottom of leaderboard

Viewers of the show are worried the former footballer turned pundit could be voted out of the competition tomorrow night

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Strictly's Motsi Mabuse opens up about health struggle as she forgets pro's name

The South African-born Strictly Come Dancing judge addressed her symptoms as she admitted she was struggling with her memory during the live show

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Strictly fans 'really nervous' for elimination over 'voting hack' that could change everything

The remaining five stars - George Clarke, Amber Davies, Karen Carney, Balvinder Sopal and Lewis Cope - are all fighting for a place in the semi-final, but viewers are worried there could be a shake up as they spotted some were making multiple accounts to vote for their favourites

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Birmingham bar has licence suspended as police share 'serious concerns'

The bar and music venue has been ordered to temporarily shut

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Why cars are being towed from Birmingham streets as drivers warned

Six cars were towed from just one street - and it is likely to be just the start

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What you need to know as council 'hires new Birmingham bin workers during strike'

It comes after agency workers joined the long-running strike

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Strictly icon Arlene Phillips on choice she has made for her death 'so many are against'

Strictly Come Dancing icon Dame Arlene Phillips has revealed she would chose to go to Dignitas to end her life if she battled Alzheimer's like her late dad.

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Strictly Come Dancing's Karen Carney's health battle as she opens up on condition

Karen Carney has been a professional footballer, TV pundit and Strictly Come Dancing contestant, but she has also been battling a hidden health issue her whole life

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Strictly Come Dancing's voice unveiled after 21 years and he's a familiar face

Meet Alan Dedicoat, the legendary voice behind Strictly Come Dancing since 2004 and BBC's Voice of the Balls

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Birmingham areas where women 'feel least safe' as sex attacks and violence spark safety calls

Concerning reality as women report being catcalled, sexually assaulted, punched and followed from work across Birmingham following the tragic death of Katie Fox

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Vogue Williams shares reason for 'meltdown' she asked I'm A Celeb not to show

I'm A Celebrity star Vogue Williams has opened up about a panic attack and "meltdown" she had in camp after struggling with sleep deprivation and anxiety

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Martine McCutcheon 'so not sorry for opinions' after split from partner and fall out with mum

The Love Actually and EastEnders star is embracing a new chapter after separation from husband Jack McManus and estrangement from her mother Jenny

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This Morning star announces divorce after 'tough period'

This Morning vet Dr Scott Miller has opened up about his divorce in an emotional Instagram post, praising his dog Mango and children for their support

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DWP paying £11,715 to people under state pension age with 70 conditions

The Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit pays £225.30 per week and you can be under state pension age to claim it from the DWP.