Sandwell Council's licensing committee had a tumultuous year, revoking licences for pubs and shops over stabbings, illegal workers, fake vapes, and knives sold to children. Discover the full story.
Your guide to the UK's New Year's Eve fireworks laws. Know the 1am cut-off, buying restrictions, and penalties to avoid fines or prison. Stay legal this celebration.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's visa ban threat prompts Angola and Namibia to cooperate on deportations. The DRC faces sanctions for non-compliance. Read the latest on UK immigration policy.
Amazon is launching a major crackdown on illegal streaming via Fire TV Sticks in the UK. Experts warn users of cybersecurity risks from piracy, including malware and data theft. Read the full details.
Alfred Works, a massive 17,500 sq ft food hall, is coming to Digbeth's Custard Factory in 2026. Discover the first three vendors bringing Birria Ramen, Palestinian and Eritrean cuisine to Birmingham.
UK households with Amazon Fire TV Sticks are warned they could face £1,000 fines for illegal streaming. Learn the new TV Licensing rules for services like Disney+ and Prime Video.
Birmingham is a major hotspot for illegal sports streaming, with residents facing prison and fines. FACT is targeting the West Midlands in a national piracy crackdown.
Birmingham is a major hotspot for illegal sports streaming searches, new data reveals. Residents risk heavy fines and prison. Discover the shocking figures and legal warnings.
Birmingham City Council's new Mobile Enforcement Vehicle will patrol streets from January 2026, using cameras to fine drivers parked on zig-zags and bus stops. Find out what it means for you.
Birmingham City Council's new Mobile Enforcement Vehicle, equipped with HD cameras, will patrol from January to catch drivers parking illegally on zig zags and bus stops. Find out how it works.
A 29-year-old Indian national was detained in Handsworth for allegedly advertising illegal people smuggling services on social media. A second man was found illegally in the UK. Read the full details.
A 29-year-old Indian national was detained in Handsworth on suspicion of advertising people smuggling on social media. The NCA and West Midlands Police seized electronic devices in the raid. Read the full details.
Experts warn UK households using 'fully loaded' IPTV devices of malware, scams, and legal risks. Discover safe, legal alternatives for streaming entertainment.
Labour MP criticises DVLA's enforcement as 'not touching the sides' of the illegal number plate crisis. Over 1,000 warning letters sent to suppliers in 2025.
A Rugeley man has been convicted after running an illegal pet shop from his council house, neglecting animals including endangered species. Read the full story and learn how to buy exotic pets responsibly.
Over 30 firefighters battled a significant blaze in a derelict Birmingham factory. Six crews attended the scene on Barr Street. Read the latest updates on the incident.
A major fire broke out at a derelict three-storey building on Barr Street, Birmingham. Road closures are in place as multiple fire crews tackle the blaze. Avoid the area.
Trading standards and police seized over 54,000 cigarettes and fake perfumes in Wolverhampton raids. Action is now being taken against the businesses involved. Read the full update.
A Birmingham man has been sentenced for trying to smuggle 80 alligator heads from America to sell on eBay. Read the full story of the unusual wildlife crime.
A second Tamworth shop has been forced to close for three months after being caught selling illegal and counterfeit tobacco. Read how the council and police are tackling crime on the high street.
West Midlands Police flood Birmingham with 150+ officers in Operation Advance to tackle violence, anti-social behaviour, and illegal e-bikes. Read the full details.
A devastating fire ripped through the G Simmons & Sons pork scratchings factory in Bloxwich. The family-run business vows to rebuild. Read the latest updates.
A 19th-century former printworks in Leamington Spa has been transformed into a stunning New York-style loft apartment, now renting for £6,000 per month. Discover its incredible hidden features.
UK households warned to check garden sheds for banned metaldehyde slug pellets. Storing or using them is now illegal and could result in a fine. Check and dispose safely.
A major UK-wide operation has raided over 2,700 premises, seizing millions in illegal goods and making 924 arrests. Discover the details of the crackdown on unsafe and counterfeit products.
A 19th-century ex-factory in Leamington Spa looks abandoned but conceals a stunning 4,200 sq ft luxury apartment with four bedrooms. Discover the incredible transformation inside.
Birmingham's Digbeth is set for a major boost with a giant food hall, a revived pub, and a doubling of a key music venue's capacity. Discover all the new developments.
Exclusive DVLA figures reveal a sharp rise in drivers failing to renew their licence at 70, potentially making them illegal motorists. Learn the rules to stay legal on UK roads.
The DVLA has banned a list of new 2026 registration plates deemed offensive. Motorists face fines of up to £1,000 for displaying illegal plates. Discover the full list of prohibited combinations and the rules you must follow.
A major warning has been issued to UK households as Amazon cracks down on illegal streaming via Fire Sticks, with users seeking risky alternatives. Experts reveal the dangers.