CCTV appeal after stolen card used in Birmingham
West Midlands Police want to identify this man after a stolen bank card was used to make purchases at several Birmingham shops in July. Can you help?
West Midlands Police want to identify this man after a stolen bank card was used to make purchases at several Birmingham shops in July. Can you help?
Lewis Collinson, 38, admitted theft after withdrawing £26,700 in cash and selling a company van. He received an 18-month suspended sentence. Read the full court details.
A controversial red card for Birmingham City's Christoph Klarer has been slammed by pundits. Get the full analysis of the feisty Championship draw and the sending-offs that marred the match.
A woman was arrested after police found a stolen puppy whimpering under a pile of clothes in Washwood Heath. 'Stechie' was reunited with his owner just in time for Christmas.
Police are hunting three thieves caught on CCTV stealing a £12,000 S-Works e-bike from a garden shed in Stourbridge. Call 101 with info.
The sister of Anthony Sharma, murdered by Diogo Bettencourt, shares her grief and calls for witnesses. West Midlands Police appeal for information on the brutal attack.
Aston Villa stars Matty Cash and Boubacar Kamara are walking a disciplinary tightrope ahead of tonight's Premier League match against Chelsea. Discover the crucial cut-off dates and potential bans.
Lloyds Bank announces the closure of 40 branches nationwide in 2026, citing a shift to digital banking. Find out if your local branch is on the list and what alternative services are available.
West Midlands Police discover a £40,000 stash of stolen power tools in Wednesbury. A man is charged. Were you a victim of tool theft in Sandwell or Walsall? Contact police.
NatWest Bank warns customers of six final branch closures on December 31, 2025, as part of a major shift to digital services. Find out if your local branch is affected.
Generous junior footballers from Penrhyn Bay FC have collected over 870 items for Conwy Food Bank, delivering a record-breaking community donation to support local families in crisis.
Former NHS, care, Armed Forces and emergency service pensioners are urged to check eligibility for a Blue Light Card to combat rising winter costs. New research shows 83% are concerned about expenses.
Birmingham City boss Chris Davies fears a calf injury for Demarai Gray and loses captain Christoph Klarer to suspension after their 1-1 draw with Derby County.
Lloyds Bank reveals 90% of Oasis ticket fraud starts on social media, with average losses of £436. Learn how to protect yourself from scams in 2026.
Rediscover screen-free fun this festive season. Playing classic card games like Uno and Bridge provides a powerful cognitive workout, improving problem-solving, memory, and lowering dementia risk.
A savvy mum reveals how she saved £125 in five months using the Boots recycling scheme. Learn how to turn empty baby and beauty products into Advantage Card points.
Lloyds Bank customers in 15 towns and cities face branch closures. See the full list of affected locations and learn about alternative banking options available to you.
A woman tracked her snatched Samsung phone to a London park, finding it buried with four others. Police warn of a new crime trend where thieves hide stolen devices. #PhoneTheft #LondonCrime
A Christmas market trader known as The Curry Man had his van stolen from a council car park in Sutton Coldfield. The theft highlights urgent calls for improved CCTV coverage in the town centre.
Monzo reduces interest on its popular savings pots, including the viral 1p Challenge, following the Bank of England's rate cut. Savers face lower returns from January 6.
Swayne Johnson's St Asaph office has donated a substantial haul of food and Christmas treats to Rhyl Food Bank, one of Wales's busiest, through a unique reverse advent calendar initiative. Discover how this support helps the most deprived community.
Plan your time off: UK bank holidays are moving in 2026 and 2027 as Christmas and Boxing Day fall on weekends. Discover the new substitute dates and how to maximise your annual leave.
Personal finance experts warn UK holidaymakers to use credit cards for bookings. Get Section 75 protection and spread costs interest-free. Act now to safeguard your 2026 trip.
Birmingham City manager Chris Davies reacts to Tommy Doyle's first career red card, admitting ill-discipline is a major problem for the Championship side. Read the full story.
Birmingham City's nightmare before Christmas as a Tommy Doyle red card and defensive errors gift Sheffield United a 3-0 win at Bramall Lane. See our full player ratings.
The UK's bank holiday calendar is set for adjustments in 2026 and 2027, with Boxing Day moved and substitute days created. Plan your long weekends now.
The £100 contactless payment limit ends on 19 March, letting banks set their own rules. Experts warn of a potential 131% fraud surge while businesses welcome the flexibility. Read the full analysis.
A 21-year-old man suffered serious injuries after being knocked off his Surron Lightbee electric bike, which was then stolen. Three teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of robbery. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Officials in Newport fear geese are being stolen from Black Ash Park to be eaten for Christmas dinner. Councillor urges public to report suspicious activity.
The UK's £100 contactless payment limit is being scrapped. From March 19, banks will set their own limits, aiming to boost fraud prevention. Find out what this means for your wallet.