Birmingham BTP Officer Charged with Rape
A serving British Transport Police officer from Birmingham faces two rape charges. PC Christopher Jenkins, 32, was suspended last April and will appear in court.
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Dr Jo Wright Appointed Chief Governance Officer at Edge Hill
Edge Hill University names Dr Jo Wright as its new Chief Governance Officer. With over 20 years in higher education governance, she will lead strategic assurance and administration. Discover her vision for the university's future.
NatWest's Chief Risk Officer Departs Bank
Keiran Foad has left his role as NatWest's Group Chief Risk Officer. Sean Pilcher steps in as interim, while the bank begins a search for a permanent successor.
Third man charged in Wolverhampton murder investigation
Samir Patel, 42, has been charged with assisting an offender in connection with the fatal shooting of two men in Whitmore Reans. Police continue to appeal for information.
Woman sexually assaulted twice at Birmingham New Street
British Transport Police appeal for witnesses after a woman was sexually assaulted on a platform and then again on a train. Detectives release CCTV image of a man they wish to identify.
Red Arrows Appoint First Female Commander
The RAF Red Arrows have appointed Wing Commander Sasha Nash as their first ever female Officer Commanding, marking a historic moment for the iconic display team. Read the full story.
Former Officer Charged with Misconduct and Drug Crimes
A former West Midlands Police constable, Kayleigh Moye, 28, faces court over alleged intimate links with criminals and drug supply. Read the full details.
Police officer, 28, in court on rape charges
A 28-year-old Leicestershire Police officer has been charged with two counts of rape and one of sexual assault. Stephen Reynolds appeared at Northampton Magistrates' Court. Follow for the latest court updates.
1 in 3 UK adults to change jobs, seek purpose
A new government survey reveals 39% of working-age adults in England and Wales plan to switch jobs within a year, with 78% seeking roles that make a positive difference. Deputy PM David Lammy urges them to consider 'extraordinary' probation careers.
Fourth person charged in 2019 Birmingham murder case
Neil Jones, 48, is the fourth person charged with the murder of Tomasz Samel, who was kidnapped from his Handsworth home and later died with 75% burns. Police continue to appeal for information.
Man pleads guilty to attempted murder of Army officer
Anthony Esan, 25, has pleaded guilty to the attempted murder of Lieutenant Colonel Mark Teeton in a stabbing outside Brompton Barracks. The case faced delays over mental health assessments.
Former PCSO charged with misconduct in public office
A former West Mercia Police PCSO faces misconduct charges over alleged inappropriate relationships with three people. He has resigned and will appear in Crown Court.
Police officer denies theft after drugs raid
Warwickshire Police constable Robert Davies, 49, pleads not guilty to three counts of theft allegedly committed during his duties. Trial set for 2028.
Leek man assaults two women and headbutts police sergeant
A grandfather from Leek has been sentenced after a violent altercation over a cigarette led to assaults on two women and a police officer. Read the full court details.
WMP Could Lose 80 Officers in 2026 Funding Crisis
West Midlands Police may lose up to 80 officers in 2026 due to a £41m government funding shortfall. Commissioner Simon Foster calls it 'unacceptable' and warns of a blow to community safety. Read the full story.
WMP could lose 80 officers in 2026 funding crisis
West Midlands Police may lose up to 80 officers in 2026 due to a £41m government funding shortfall, warns PCC Simon Foster. This could push officer numbers to 600 below 2010 levels. Join the conversation.
Inquest date set in Hanley flat death murder probe
A coroner's inquest into the death of Stephen Lovatt, found unresponsive in a Stoke-on-Trent flat, will open on January 6. A man has been charged with murder.
Attempted murder charge after Mansfield New Year's Eve attack
A 25-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder following a serious assault in Mansfield town centre on New Year's Eve. The victim remains in hospital in a serious condition.
Officer punched in throat in Dudley drink-drive arrest
A man and woman were arrested in Staffordshire after a female officer was assaulted responding to a crash in Lower Gornal. Read the latest on this shocking incident.
Boxing Day Fire Victims Named as Mother and Two Children
A mother and her two young children died in a Boxing Day house fire in Gloucestershire. Her husband, a police officer, survived after a desperate rescue attempt. Read the full story.
Chelmer Valley Park and Ride changes confirmed for 2026
Major changes to Chelmsford's Chelmer Valley Park and Ride, including reduced hours and new fares, will start in 2026 to improve value for money. Read the full details.
Warwickshire Council Leader Defies Vote on School Transport
Warwickshire's Reform UK leader vows to ignore council vote demanding he withdraw a letter to government seeking powers to cut school transport costs. Opposition unites against the move.
Rob Reiner Funeral Update as Son Charged with Murder
Funeral arrangements for Hollywood director Rob Reiner and wife Michele are pending as their children break silence. Their son, Nick, faces two counts of first-degree murder. Read the latest.
Vital Heartlands Hospital bus route axed in Solihull
Residents in Solihull are outraged after Transport for West Midlands cut the direct 73 bus to Heartlands Hospital. A petition demands a U-turn to restore the vital link for patients, staff, and visitors.
West Midlands Police faces £40m funding cut
West Midlands Police could lose £41.1m in funding, risking further cuts to officers. Crime Commissioner Simon Foster warns of a 'postcode lottery' and fewer police on streets.
Teenager charged over Birmingham firework disorder
A 16-year-old boy has been charged following reports of firework-related anti-social behaviour in Birmingham city centre. Police have increased patrols for public safety.
Tragic death of 16-year-old girl on train tracks
Daisy House, a 16-year-old Sixth Form student, has died after being found injured on tracks at Loughton Underground station. Her family pays tribute.
Petition launched to restore Solihull bus to hospital
Campaigners fight to save the 73 bus route to Heartlands Hospital after changes leave Old Lode Lane residents stranded. Over 40 signatures gathered in hours.
Five new West Midlands railway stations completed
Construction on five new stations in Birmingham and the Black Country is finished. Services will begin in early 2025, restoring passenger trains to some lines after decades. Read more.
Kent man jailed for homemade staple gun firearm
Jason Young, 45, from Kent, has been sentenced to five years in prison after converting a staple gun into a deadly weapon. The discovery was made by an off-duty officer on a train.
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