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.
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£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.
New substation work starts for South Yorkshire solar park
Construction begins on a substation for a new South Yorkshire solar park set to power 18,800 homes. The project promises local jobs and a £50k annual community fund. #GreenEnergy #Yorkshire
EDF's New Tariff Could Save Customers £187 a Year
EDF Energy launches FreePhase, a time-of-use energy tariff with potential annual savings of £187. Choose between dynamic or static pricing to cut your electricity bills.
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.
Man dies on A46 near Kenilworth, carriageway closed
A man has died after being found with critical injuries on the A46 dual carriageway near Kenilworth. The southbound road was closed for hours as emergency services responded.
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'.
Chelmsley Wood flat sealed after cannabis factory discovery
West Midlands Police have shut down a sophisticated cannabis cultivation operation in a Solihull flat, discovering hundreds of plants and bypassed electricity.
Birmingham landmark illegally demolished - council probe
Birmingham City Council has initiated a formal investigation after a landmark building in Erdington was illegally demolished, sparking outrage among local residents and heritage campaigners.
Mum jailed after bulldog mauls boy, 11
A Birmingham mother has been sentenced to prison after her illegal XL Bully savagely attacked an 11-year-old boy, causing devastating injuries in a horrific street incident.
Police crackdown on illegal street racing in West Midlands
Police forces across the West Midlands launch coordinated offensive against dangerous street racing, deploying ANPR technology and increased patrols to combat nuisance drivers.
Midlands drug dealers' lavish jet-set lifestyles exposed
Criminals across the Midlands are living the high life with luxury holidays, designer clothes and private jet flights - all paid for by their illegal drug empires. Police reveal how organised crime groups are flaunting their wealth while communities suffe
British Gas customers can save hundreds with simple button trick
Energy experts reveal how British Gas customers can save hundreds of pounds annually by using a hidden feature in their smart meter app during peak hours.
Stop 'vampire' appliances draining £130 from your wallet
New research reveals how common household devices are secretly adding hundreds to energy bills - discover which appliances are the worst offenders and how to fight back.
Energy suppliers announce price hikes affecting millions
Four major energy suppliers - British Gas, EDF, Octopus and E.ON - are increasing electricity and gas prices this autumn, adding financial pressure to households already struggling with the cost of living crisis.
Birmingham's fly-tipping nightmare blocks pathway
Exclusive photos reveal how a notorious Birmingham fly-tipping hotspot has become completely impassable due to massive waste dumping, leaving residents furious and demanding immediate action.
7am Washing Rule Saves Households £2000/Year
Energy experts reveal how shifting your laundry routine and making simple appliance changes could dramatically cut your electricity bills as prices remain stubbornly high.
£420m power price support for UK manufacturers unveiled
Britain's energy-intensive manufacturers receive crucial electricity cost relief as government announces £420 million support package to boost competitiveness and protect jobs.
Induction Hob Warning: UK Energy Bill Shock
New research reveals how induction hobs could be driving up electricity costs for UK families, with expert advice on how to minimise the impact on your energy bills.
Birmingham shop caught selling illegal tobacco in raid
Birmingham Trading Standards crack down on city shop selling illegal tobacco products in undercover operation. Thousands of illicit cigarettes seized in latest raid.
Mum ran illegal 27-child taxi service to school
A Birmingham mother operated an unlicensed taxi service transporting 27 children to school in a dangerous and illegal operation that put young lives at risk.
Police discover car park gathering in Birmingham
West Midlands Police uncovered a group of people sitting around a table with alcohol in a multi-storey car park during a routine patrol in Birmingham city centre.
Birmingham's fly-tipping crackdown: £300 instant fines
Birmingham City Council launches tough new crackdown on illegal dumping with immediate £300 penalties and enhanced surveillance across problem areas.
Warning Over Illegal Weight Loss Pills in West Midlands
Health officials issue urgent warning as unlicensed slimming pills containing dangerous pharmaceutical ingredients flood the West Midlands market.
Police crackdown on dangerous off-road bikers
Police forces across the West Midlands are launching a major crackdown on illegal off-road biking, with new powers to seize vehicles and arrest riders causing havoc in communities.
Smethwick storage raid uncovers suspected illegal migrant housing
West Midlands Police and Home Office immigration enforcement officers discover suspected illegal living conditions during coordinated raid on Smethwick storage facility, with multiple individuals taken into custody.
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