A drought has been officially declared in the West Midlands - meaning 10 of the 14 English regions are in special measures.
The National Drought Group says despite recent rainfall, there hasn't been enough to replenish rivers and reservoirs to normal levels.
But they insist there's no threat to essential supplies for homes and businesses.
Tractor parking bays proposed for Hereford City Centre
Shoppers in Hereford could soon see tractors parked alongside cars in the city centre under a new proposal aimed at supporting local farmers.
Natural causes verdict in death of newborn at Grange Hospital
A four-day-old baby’s death following an emergency caesarean birth at Gwent’s major hospital was from natural causes, a coroner has found.
Council to buy land to fix road cut off by landslip
A council will spend at least £100,00 to buy a patch of land slightly larger than a football pitch to save residents a 70 mile diversion.
Neighbouring towns to Battle for UK Culture crown
Two neighbouring towns have agreed to put their names forward and compete against each other for a cultural title.
Wales–England bridge now closed to all access
A bridge that connects Wales and England has been closed immediately to pedestrians months after all traffic was prevented from using it.
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High: 21°C | Low: 6°C