HMP Leicester violence and drug use 'too high'
Watchdog report reveals HMP Leicester has highest assault rate among comparable prisons with 29% positive drug tests. Urgent action needed on violence and substance abuse.
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Drug dealer jailed after pleading for lottery cash back
Sam Cox, 27, sentenced to 31 months for drug dealing. Police seized cocaine, cannabis and £4,599 cash during raid on his grandmother's Ashby home. Read the full story.
Leicester Bach Choir's 98th Season Opening Concert
Leicester Bach Choir celebrates its 98th season with Benjamin Britten's Ceremony of Carols featuring harpist Jean Kelly and organist Simon Hogan. Join the celebration on November 29.
School staff raise £1000+ for Menphys in half marathon
Two Loughborough Schools Foundation staff ran the Run Leicester Half Marathon, raising over £1,000 for disability charity Menphys. Discover how they smashed their fundraising goals.
Man charged with double Wolverhampton murder
Mohammed Maneer Khan, 38, faces murder charges for the deaths of Duaine Mills and Syed Zain Ali in a Wolverhampton shooting. Police continue to appeal for information.
2025 ProCon Leicestershire Awards winners revealed
Discover the winners of the 2025 ProCon Leicestershire Awards, celebrating the best construction projects and a rising star architect in the region. Find out which projects took top honours.
Arrest in Wolverhampton double murder investigation
Police make a significant arrest in the Leicester Street double shooting that killed two men. A 38-year-old is held on suspicion of murder. Call 101 with information.
Leicester Team Rows Atlantic for MND Charities
Four adventurers, including a Leicester man, swap Christmas for a 3000-mile Atlantic row to raise funds for Motor Neurone Disease charities. Support their epic challenge.
HMP Birmingham prisoner died from synthetic cannabis
Derrion Adams, 29, died from synthetic cannabinoid complications at HMP Birmingham. The inquest revealed ongoing contraband issues via drones. Read the full investigation.
Most Wanted Criminal Klayton Smith Dies in Prison
Klayton Smith, once named on a most wanted list for violent offences including a robbery on a 78-year-old, has died in HMP Lowdham. The Prisons and Probation Ombudsman will investigate.
Sex offender dies in prison serving 21-year sentence
Colin Harding, 74, died at HMP Stafford from natural causes. He had served under two years of a 21-year sentence for sexual offences. Read the full investigation details.
Prison officer's affair with rapist inmate exposed
Former prison officer Cherrie-Ann Austin-Saddington reveals how relationship with convicted rapist Bradley Trengrove destroyed her career and highlights security concerns in UK prisons.
Wolverhampton shooting: Residents demand action after double killing
Police statistics reveal 97 crimes reported in a single Wolverhampton postcode in September, with violence and sexual offences the most common. A £20,000 reward is offered after a double fatal shooting.
Sex offender dies at HMP Stafford from cancer
Andrew Barraclough, 61, died from a lung tumour while serving a 16-year sentence for sexual offences. An investigation praised the 'excellent' care he received. Read the full report.
Leicester Christmas Toy Swap Event - December 13
Join Leicester's festive toy swap on December 13! Exchange unwanted toys for free, reduce plastic pollution & save money. Hosted by Parents for Future at LCB Depot.
Prison bans fan mail for killer nurse Lucy Letby
HMP Bronzefield has reportedly stopped Lucy Letby receiving fan mail after being inundated with cards, gifts and letters from supporters who believe she is innocent.
Spice vape found in cell after prisoner's death
An inquest hears the mystery surrounding the death of Derrion Adams, 29, at HMP Birmingham. A suspected spice vape was found after he was seen 'staggering' on the wing. Discover the full story.
Prisoner's mobile phone plot adds years to sentence
A Birmingham prisoner who thought he could outsmart the system by having a mobile phone smuggled into his cell has been handed significant additional jail time in a landmark ruling.
100,000 Poppies to Fall Over Leicester for Remembrance
Leicester prepares for a breathtaking Remembrance Sunday as 100,000 poppies cascade from cathedral tower in one of UK's most moving tributes to fallen heroes.
Leicester Remembrance Sunday: City to Fall Silent
Discover how Leicester will honour the fallen with poignant ceremonies, road closures, and the traditional two-minute silence this Remembrance Sunday.
Government takes control of crisis-hit HMP Birmingham
The Ministry of Justice has seized control of HMP Birmingham after inspectors found shocking conditions including violence, drugs, and squalor at the troubled Winson Green prison.
Leicester Charity Provides 400+ Toiletry Packs for Youth
Action for Children distributes vital hygiene packages to young people facing hardship across Leicester, addressing hygiene poverty with community support.
Leicester Square Ice Rink Returns for 2024 Winter Season
Experience the magic of skating beneath the stars in London's most famous square as Leicester Square's enchanting ice rink returns with extended dates, festive packages, and special offers.
Chris Davies appointed Birmingham City manager
Birmingham City secure former Tottenham coach Chris Davies as their new manager, beating Premier League competition in a major coup for the Championship club.
Chris Davies Unveils Birmingham City Vision
New Birmingham City boss Chris Davies reveals his tactical philosophy and ambitious plans to transform the club's fortunes in exclusive first interview.
Birmingham City appoint Chris Davies as head coach
Birmingham City appoints former Tottenham and Leicester coach Chris Davies as their new head coach, beating competition from Portsmouth in a significant Championship move.
Christmas Music Spectacular Returns to Leicester
Get ready for a magical Christmas celebration in Leicester as the popular 'That'll Be Christmas' show returns to De Montfort Hall this November with festive classics, comedy and family fun.
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