Junior doctors across the West Midlands have begun strike action. The strikes are over pay and the British Medical Association said junior doctors have faced a cut of more than 25% to their salaries since 2008. Emergency departments at the affected hospitals are open, but waiting times may be longer than normal.<br /><br />West Midlands Police revealed that they have seized over 500 weapons & made more than 500 arrests in the 12 months up to February 2023 across Sandwell. They also recovered millions of pounds worth of drugs.<br /><br />West Midlands Railway have announced a significant change to timetables on the Snow Hill lines from 21st May. The changes affect services between Stratford-upon-Avon, Snow Hill and Worcester. More information is available of the West Midlands Railway website.
