UK to name and shame minimum wage offenders
The government will publicly name employers who fail to pay the minimum wage, protecting 42,000 workers. New powers will also tackle illegal vapes.
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Birmingham man gets 10-year animal ban for dog neglect
A Sheldon man has been disqualified from keeping animals for a decade after his Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Minnie, was found in a state of extreme neglect and had to be put down.
Birmingham police raid seizes gun and drugs
West Midlands Police uncovered a shotgun, imitation firearms, Class A drugs and illegal alcohol during coordinated raids in Digbeth. Four arrests made in city-wide crackdown.
Pet abandonment soars 25% in cost of living crisis
RSPCA reports a 25% surge in pet abandonment as Brits struggle with living costs. Over 24,000 incidents reported this year. Learn how to get help for your pet.
Heartbreaking 25% surge in UK pet abandonment
The RSPCA reports a devastating 25% rise in pet abandonment across England and Wales. With winter approaching, the charity urges struggling owners to seek help. #CostOfLivingCrisis
3 Million Sign Digital ID Petition, Prompting Debate
A petition against the UK's proposed digital ID cards has garnered nearly 3 million signatures, triggering a Parliamentary debate for December 2025. Discover the arguments for and against the scheme.
Drivers risk £10,000 fines for illegal tyres
UK motorists face automatic driving bans and fines up to £10,000 for unsafe tyres. A shocking 37% of drivers delay replacements. Learn how to check your tyres and stay legal.
Migrant freed after working at Stoke cannabis farm
Hysen Xhakolli, 23, will be immediately released from prison after being caught tending cannabis plants in Stoke-on-Trent. The Albanian national came to UK illegally in lorry.
Dog breeder banned after £140k welfare conviction
Tracy Hovell, who claimed to be the UK's best Labradoodle breeder, has been banned from owning animals for five years after being convicted of animal welfare offences. Read the full story.
Millionaire trades pen for a veteran's home
Property mogul Rick Gannon is trading up from a biro to secure a home for a homeless veteran. Discover his inspiring journey and how you can support the cause.
Attenborough's 'saddest TV moment' with wild dogs
Sir David Attenborough's new BBC series captures the heartbreaking story of a three-legged wild dog's fatal crocodile attack and his pack's heroic rescue attempt. Watch the emotional footage.
Wolverhampton breeder banned after dogs found dead
Joshua Johnson from Wolverhampton is banned from keeping animals after RSPCA found starving dogs and five dead pets in horrific conditions. See the shocking details.
Wolverhampton dog horror: Five dead, four starved
Shocking details emerge from failed breeder Joshua Johnson's Wolverhampton home where five dogs died and four were found starving. See the full story and RSPCA response.
Police seal off Birmingham's Bob Shop 4 in Small Heath
West Midlands Police have cordoned off a Small Heath convenience store. Discover the latest on this ongoing incident and the history of Bob Shops in the city.
I'm A Celebrity slammed by charity over animal trials
Animal rights charity PETA demands ITV's I'm A Celebrity be taken off air, citing severe stress and trauma to creatures used in Bushtucker Trials. Read the full story and ITV's response.
West Bromwich shop loses licence over illegal sales
John's Booze in West Bromwich has had its licence revoked after being caught selling alcohol to a child and stocking illicit items including Viagra and oversized vapes. Discover the full story.
Five dogs starved to death by Wolverhampton breeder
Joshua Johnson, 28, starved five dogs to death at his Wolverhampton home. The RSPCA prosecution revealed horrific neglect. Read the full court report.
I'm a Celeb 2025: Real Animals in Bushtucker Trials?
Discover the rules around live insects and animals in I'm a Celebrity's Bushtucker Trials for 2025. Find out what happens to the creatures after filming ends.
Lichfield shop closed for selling tobacco to kids
Euro Mini Market in Lichfield forced to close after repeatedly selling illegal vapes and cigarettes to children. Council takes robust action against criminal activity.
£38k illegal tobacco and vapes seized in Midlands
Trading Standards officers have seized almost £38,000 worth of illicit tobacco and vapes from 14 shops across Staffordshire. Investigations are underway, with some shops facing prosecution.
924 arrested in UK raids on high street crime fronts
HMRC and NCA raids target UK businesses used for money laundering and drug dealing. 924 arrests made and over £10m seized. Read the full story.
Fire TV Stick Crackdown: Knock at the Door Warning
UK households with 'dodgy' Amazon Fire TV Sticks face home visits and £1,000 fines in a new crackdown on illegal streaming. Learn the risks and Amazon's new security measures.
Amazon Fire Stick Crackdown: Home Visits Start
A major crackdown on illegal Amazon Fire TV Sticks has begun, with home visits now underway across 14 counties in England. Learn the risks and legal alternatives.
Adoptober Success: Over 30 Animals Find Forever Homes
RSPCA Southport celebrates rehoming 30+ animals in October, but Shadow the cat still seeks a quiet home. Discover how you can adopt or support their festive fundraising events.
Illegal tobacco trader jailed after £33k bed find
A prominent figure in the West Midlands illegal tobacco trade has been sentenced after £33,000 was discovered hidden under a bed. Over £3.5 million passed through his accounts.
Reeves urged to scrap crippling alcohol tax hike
Wine and Spirit Trade Association calls on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to freeze alcohol duty as 4.5% hike could add £1 to bottle prices, fuelling inflation and hurting hospitality.
Care Tech Founder Joins Irish Trade Mission
Former care worker Tsitsi Mtasa's AI platform Wisterias joins a life sciences trade mission to Ireland. Discover how her innovation is set to transform care for SMEs.
Amazon Fire TV Crackdown: UK Homes Face Visits
UK households using jailbroken Fire TV Sticks for illegal streaming face home visits and fines up to £2,000. FACT warns of data theft and fraud risks. Stay informed.
9 areas in illegal streaming crackdown before Christmas
FACT and Sky target 15 shops across Ireland in latest illegal streaming crackdown. Discover the full list of areas and the risks of using 'dodgy firesticks'.
One group of drivers overcharged for car insurance
New research reveals how your occupation could be secretly inflating your car insurance premiums, with some drivers paying hundreds more than others with identical risk profiles.
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