Midlands

American

[mid-luhndz] / ˈmɪd ləndz /

plural noun

the central part of England; the midland counties.

Midlands British

/ ˈmɪdləndz /

noun

(functioning as plural or singular) the central counties of England, including Warwickshire, Northamptonshire, Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Staffordshire, the former West Midlands metropolitan county, and Worcestershire: characterized by manufacturing industries

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Farmers in the Midlands often operate on a smaller scale than elsewhere in England, although regional data showing who ultimately benefited from the scheme is not publicly available.

From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2026

West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker also called for the show to remain in Birmingham, describing it as a key part of the region's broadcasting heritage.

From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026

He added there was "other studio space around the country" which could accommodate the programme, while alternatives in the West Midlands would also be considered.

From BBC ● Oct. 16, 2026

The most recent statistics from the Office of National Statistics for England and Wales showed the West Midlands force area remained second only to the Met for the total number of discharges.

From BBC ● Oct. 15, 2026

Repton was up in the Midlands, near Derby, and some 140 miles away to the north.

From "Boy: Tales of a Childhood" by Roald Dahl

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