DVSA warning over illegal headlight bulbs
The DVSA is stepping up surveillance on illegal retrofit headlamp bulbs. Drivers caught using them face fines up to £2,500. New research confirms headlight glare is a serious issue for UK motorists.
The DVSA is stepping up surveillance on illegal retrofit headlamp bulbs. Drivers caught using them face fines up to £2,500. New research confirms headlight glare is a serious issue for UK motorists.
Motorists are being warned that a common tyre oversight could lead to a £2,500 fine this December. Check your tread depth now to stay safe and avoid penalties.
The Home Office is calling for two Birmingham shops to be shut down after discovering failed asylum seekers working illegally. Read the full investigation details.
Nottinghamshire Police seize illegally modified e-bikes in city centre crackdown. Officers report 'massive' community impact and warn riders of prosecution. Read the full story.
A Solihull massage parlour, Dragon Phoenix, has been shut down by court order after police found evidence of illegal sex work and exploitation of Chinese women. Read the full investigation details.
A Birmingham man has been sentenced after police discovered a huge weapons cache, including 50 knives and a 3D-printed firearm. Read the full shocking details of the case.
Norbert Gyurcsik, 48, sentenced to 40 months for possessing and distributing 2,000 records with lyrics inciting racial hatred. Report suspicious content via gov.uk/ACT.
Mobility scooter users across the UK risk fines for illegal parking. Expert reveals 5 prohibited locations and essential rules to stay safe and legal.
A decision on extending Walsall Wood landfill site for four years is due today. Residents report 'egg-like stench' causing health issues. Read the latest.
Complaints against Solihull Council have surged to a three-year peak, driven by issues with waste collections and highway maintenance. Discover the key findings and the council's response.
Rogue traders face £10,000 fines and prison under new UK rules targeting illegal vapes. Learn how digital stamps will protect consumers and disrupt criminal networks.
A fake 'Amazon Fire Stick' scam is putting UK users at risk of fraud, with victims losing nearly £1,700 on average. Learn how to protect your bank details from cybercriminals.
Shocking footage shows a delivery driver casually riding an e-bike down the M6 near Birmingham, forcing lorries to slow down. West Midlands Police are now aware of the illegal incident.
Households in England warned over black bin rules. Mistakes with waste disposal could lead to £80 fines. Learn how to avoid penalties this winter.
The government will publicly name employers who fail to pay the minimum wage, protecting 42,000 workers. New powers will also tackle illegal vapes.
Blaenau Gwent council has inspected every household's black bin over eight years, issuing fines for recyclable waste. Recycling rates rise but miss 70% target. Read the full report.
Birmingham bin strikes could extend beyond May elections as agency workers join picket lines. Council defends collection record despite ongoing dispute. Read the latest developments.
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.
Co-op launches 'Too Good To Waste' scheme, offering members 50% off loose bakery items from 6pm daily. Save money and help the planet with this Birmingham-wide initiative.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Birmingham's bin strike crisis deepens as agency workers join the walkout, threatening Christmas collections. Get the latest on the extended dispute and its impact.
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.
UK pie chain Pieminister is temporarily shutting its online store before Black Friday to prevent delivery problems and food waste. Orders resume from December 2.
Co-op Members can now get 50% off loose bakery items after 6pm daily with the new 'Too Good To Waste' scheme. Save money and help reduce food waste.
Euro Mini Market in Lichfield forced to close after repeatedly selling illegal vapes and cigarettes to children. Council takes robust action against criminal activity.
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.
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.