Staffordshire News:
Motorcyclist, 20, killed in crash (BBC News)
Police appeal for witnesses after a 20-year-old motorcyclist dies after hitting a barrier in Staffordshire.
'Lives At Risk Due To NHS Target Culture' (SkyNews )
The House of Commons Health Committee said ongoing failures in the NHS mean there could be a repeat of the errors at Staffordshire Hospital that led to the deaths of more than 400 people.
Policewomen guilty of crash fraud (BBC News)
Two police workers, including a woman from Staffordshire, are found guilty of deceiving insurers about an off-duty car crash.
Ofcom invites bids for regional radio licence (Media Week Online)
LONDON - Ofcom has invited declarations of intent to apply for the local commercial radio licence for Fife in Scotland. The broadcasting regulator has also awarded the South East Staffordshire licence and is finalising two further regions.
Vale cautious over Anyon (PA Sport UK & Ireland Sport)
Port Vale's injured goalkeeper Joe Anyon has a 50-50 chance of being fit for the forthcoming season according to the club physio John Bower.
Day-old chicks found dead in heat (BBC News)
The RSPCA says more than 2,500 chicks are found dead after being dumped in a lay-by in Staffordshire.
Policewomen guilty of crash fraud (BBC News)
Two Derbyshire police workers are found guilty of deceiving insurers about an off-duty car crash.
Take That receive coveted award (BBC News)
Pop survivors Take That win the coveted Silver Clef award, recognising their 18-year chart career.
Lesbian policewomen guilty of lying over car insurance (Daily Telegraph)
Two policewomen's careers are facing ruin after they were found guilty of lying about who was driving when they crashed following an argument.
Patient safety not 'a priority' (Politics.co.uk )
Health services are still unsafe for patients despite policies recommended eight years ago, a committee of MPs has said today.