Sexual predator jailed for abuse spanning years
James Fletcher, 77, has been sentenced to eight years for rape and sexual assault of a woman and a child. Read the victims' powerful impact statements and learn about support available.
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MP reveals rape ordeal in emotional Commons speech
Labour MP Josh Newbury bravely shares his sexual assault experience from a decade ago during International Men's Day debate, calling for an end to victim stigma.
JD Sports profit hit by unemployment and warm weather
JD Sports Fashion warns annual profits will be at the lower end of forecasts due to rising UK unemployment and unseasonably warm autumn weather. Discover the full impact on sales.
Government rejects £20,000 tax-free allowance petition
HM Treasury has officially rejected calls to raise the personal tax allowance to £20,000, warning it would cost £50bn annually and risk essential public services.
CCTV Appeal After £3k Theft from 90-Year-Old
Police release CCTV of three men after a 90-year-old man had £3,000 stolen from his car boot in Dudley. Call 101 with information.
Cash ISA Allowance Could Be Cut to £10,000
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly planning to slash the annual cash ISA limit from £20,000 to £10,000 in the Autumn Statement. Experts urge savers not to panic.
Birmingham confirmed as Euro 2028 host city with four games
Birmingham will host four Euro 2028 matches at Villa Park, generating £117m economic impact and creating jobs. The city celebrates its return to the world stage.
UK workers face £240 pay cut in pension rule change
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Statement could impose a £240 annual pay cut for thousands through pension tax changes. Discover how this affects your finances.
Fuel Duty Freeze Scrapped in Stealth Tax Move
Rachel Reeves is set to maintain the fuel duty freeze while scrapping a key tax relief, effectively increasing costs for millions of British motorists as petrol prices remain high.
Tamworth rapist jailed for 12 years
A Tamworth predator has been jailed for 12 years after a brutal attack, with police commending the bravery of his victim who confronted him during the trial.
Predator jailed after victim's secret recording exposes abuse
A depraved offender from the West Midlands has been sentenced to prison after his victim covertly recorded his disturbing behaviour, leading to his capture and conviction.
Pensioner beaten by thugs in vicious street robbery
A 70-year-old man was brutally attacked by a gang of thugs who stole his wallet and phone in a shocking daylight robbery that has left the community reeling.
Aston Villa's New Manager Bounce: The Emery Effect
An in-depth analysis of Aston Villa's remarkable transformation under Unai Emery and the statistical reality behind the 'new manager bounce' phenomenon in football.
Strictly's Giovanni Pernice breaks silence on BBC investigation
Professional dancer Giovanni Pernice issues heartfelt statement addressing ongoing BBC investigation and his unexpected absence from Strictly Come Dancing 2024 lineup.
Starmer vows to freeze National Insurance in cost of living pledge
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces bold plan to scrap planned National Insurance rise and tackle energy bills crisis ahead of Autumn Statement.
New West Midlands recycling centre plans revealed
Ambitious plans for a state-of-the-art household waste centre in the West Midlands promise to transform recycling services, though local residents voice significant concerns about traffic and environmental impact.
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