Man charged with murder of Coventry dad Anthony Priestley
Tributes pour in for much-loved father Anthony Priestley, 53, who was fatally stabbed at a Coventry address. A 28-year-old man has been charged with murder. Read the full story.
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Sadiq Khan toughens action on ULEZ fine dodgers
London Mayor Sadiq Khan intensifies ULEZ enforcement as 2.9 million fines remain unpaid. TfL warns of vehicle seizure and bankruptcy for persistent evaders.
Tesco's 40p plastic bag rule sparks backlash
Tesco faces customer fury after increasing its Bag for Life price to 40p. Discover the public reaction and the supermarket's justification for the controversial move.
Labour mulls strict new rules for log burners
Labour could ban wood burners as a report links domestic burning to 2,500 UK deaths yearly. Discover the health risks and potential new legislation.
HMRC's 8am-9am rule for Child Benefit queries
HMRC urges UK households to call between 8am and 9am for quicker help with the High Income Child Benefit Charge. Learn about the income thresholds and repayment rules.
Woman charged with arson after Birmingham house fire
A 38-year-old woman faces arson charges after a house fire in Witton where four children were present. Emergency services responded to Deykin Avenue property.
Couple trapped by £7,500 flat service charge
A Surrey couple say a soaring service charge has left them trapped, unable to sell their flat and expand their family. Discover their story and the management's response.
Man charged with GBH at Birmingham sports bar
A Birmingham sports bar has its licence suspended after a serious assault left a man with head injuries. Benjamin Duprey, 34, has been charged with GBH.
Man charged with murder after death in Hanley flat
A 56-year-old man has been charged with murder after Stephen Lovatt was found dead in a flat on Linfield Road, Hanley. Police are appealing for information.
Bristol's Matter secures IKEA investment for microplastic tech
Bristol tech firm Matter, a 2025 Earthshot Prize finalist, secures investment from Inter IKEA to scale its microplastic filtration technology, aiming to prevent 15,000 tonnes of ocean pollution.
Pay-per-litre water charge urged for UK gardens
Government climate adviser proposes pay-per-litre charge for garden watering to combat drought. Learn how this could affect households and water conservation efforts.
HMRC to increase Child Benefit payments from April
UK families to see a rise in Child Benefit payments from April 2025. Find out the new weekly rates and how to protect your State Pension eligibility.
Telford man charged with attempted murder
Abubakar Saleem, 21, from Telford faces attempted murder and weapon charges following a Saturday evening incident. He has appeared at Kidderminster Magistrates' Court.
HMRC warns of £100 Self Assessment fines deadline
HMRC urges 3.5 million taxpayers to complete Self Assessment returns now to avoid £100 penalties. Know your tax bill before the 31 January 2026 deadline.
500,000 drivers fined after London toll change
Nearly half a million penalty tickets issued for unpaid Blackwall and Silvertown tunnel charges since April. Discover the impact and political fallout.
Teenager found dead on Oldbury's Park Street
Family pays tribute to 'beautiful' Lily Whitehouse, 19, found dead on Park Street, Oldbury. A 41-year-old man has been charged with murder. Police appeal for witnesses.
Reeves' Budget: Fuel Duty Hike and New EV Charges
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to target motorists in the Autumn Budget with a potential £100 annual fuel duty increase and new pay-per-mile charges for electric vehicles. Discover the full impact.
Man in court charged with murder of Kettering pensioner
A 45-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of 71-year-old John Boyle in Kettering. Discover the latest on this tragic case and the family's tribute.
London's £18 Congestion Charge: EV exemption ends
Sadiq Khan confirms Congestion Charge increase to £18 daily from January 2, removing electric vehicle exemption. AA warns this could harm EV uptake and air quality targets.
Millions face new car taxes in Labour's Autumn Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to introduce new pay-per-mile taxes for electric and hybrid vehicles in the November budget. Discover how the changes could affect you.
£300 EV Charge for High-Mileage Drivers from 2028
Labour's new 3p per mile car tax for electric vehicles could cost drivers £300 annually from April 2028. Plan your motoring budget now.
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.
HMRC's tax warning for UK pension withdrawals
HMRC could issue hefty tax charges for pension lump sums withdrawn before the Autumn Budget. Experts warn against rash financial decisions that risk long-term security.
UK drivers face £59 daily clean air charges
Millions of motorists could be hit with daily fees up to £59 as multiple councils roll out Clean Air Zones targeting older vehicles in city centres. Find out if your vehicle is affected.
Drivers face £1,000 fines over hidden number plate rule
UK motorists face hefty £1,000 penalties for obscured number plates during autumn months. Essential reading for every driver to avoid unexpected fines.
Water firms blocked from paying bonuses over failures
Six major water companies in England have been prohibited from paying executive bonuses following serious environmental breaches and sewage discharge scandals.
Water bills to rise despite sewage pollution failures
Regulator Ofwat faces mounting criticism as water companies prepare to increase customer bills while continuing to discharge sewage into UK waterways. Discover how this controversial decision impacts households and the environment.
Urgent UK beach warning as sewage contaminates coastlines
Environmental crisis unfolds as sewage discharges hit multiple UK beaches, prompting urgent health warnings for summer holidaymakers and raising environmental concerns.
Walsall's £50 Garden Waste Charge Sparks Anger
Walsall residents face new £50 annual fee for garden waste collections as council defends 'difficult decision' amid budget pressures. Service changes begin July 2024.
Birmingham Clean Air Zone faces public verdict
Hundreds of Birmingham residents have voiced strong opinions on the city's Clean Air Zone, with council leaders now considering the future of the divisive environmental initiative.
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