January 14, 2008

Toddler scalding death prompts hot water checklist

Birmingham Council officials are urging people to check their hot water systems and thermostats, following the death of a toddler by scalding from a faulty domestic hot water system in Somerset recently.
Warning signs include:-

Excessively hot water coming out of the hot water taps;
Excessive noise or ‘bubbling’ from the hot water cylinder;
Hot water [...]

January 14, 2008

Canals could relieve traffic jams, says transport group

Heavy freight vehicles could use canals in Birmingham instead of roads, according to a study set to be completed by Spring 2008.
Councillor Len Gregory said: “The study highlighted the potential of the re-introduction of freight on lock-free sections of the canal network. In particular,the study identified opportunities for transporting bulk materials, such as construction materials [...]