Sara Cox's countryside life and farm tragedies
BBC Radio 2's Sara Cox shares her rural upbringing and recent farm attacks affecting her father. Discover her countryside journey and current challenges.
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England's Pavement Parking Ban Verdict Soon
A nationwide ban on pavement parking in England could be imminent following a government review. Discover how this major change could impact your daily drive.
Teacher banned for sexual communication with child
Louise Greaves, 43, is indefinitely banned from teaching after pleading guilty to sexual communication with a male pupil. Discover the full details of the case and the panel's ruling.
Winter hosepipe bans continue in three UK regions
Three UK regions face ongoing hosepipe bans with £1,000 fines. Despite Storm Claudia, drought conditions persist after England's driest spring in 132 years. Experts warn of severe 2026 shortages.
Paedophile jailed after fleeing to Philippines
Wayne Hassall, 59, has been sentenced to 28 months for a 2021 sexual assault on a girl at his Cheshire farm. He fled to the Philippines before being arrested at Manchester Airport. Read the full story.
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
Driver fined £460 and banned for 68mph on motorway
A driver has been banned and hit with a £460 fine for travelling at 68mph on the M4 and M5. Learn the consequences of speeding and how to avoid penalties.
9% of Brits switch to EVs or cycling as rules backfire
Labour's 2030 petrol car ban faces resistance as 91% of drivers refuse electric vehicles or cycling. Discover the barriers preventing widespread adoption in the UK.
Legal warning issued to UK households over slug pellets
UK households issued urgent legal warning over metaldehyde slug pellets banned since 2022. Check your sheds and report illegal sellers. Protect wildlife now.
Birmingham pub bans stag and hen parties
The Old Crown in Digbeth takes a firm stance against disruptive large groups, implementing a ban on stag and hen parties that's winning praise from locals and setting a new standard for pub culture.
XL Bully puppies seized in police raid before ban
West Midlands Police have confiscated nine XL Bully puppies from a Birmingham property just 48 hours before new breeding restrictions become law, sparking urgent warnings to owners.
Reeves scraps 2030 petrol car ban
Chancellor Rachel Reeves scraps the 2030 petrol car ban, delays the ICE phase-out to 2035, and slams previous government's 'chaotic' approach to net zero targets.
Labour breaks silence on 2030 petrol car ban
The new Labour government has finally clarified its position on the controversial 2030 petrol and diesel car ban, revealing crucial details about exemptions and implementation plans that will affect millions of motorists.
Mum caught with nine cats despite lifetime ban
A Birmingham mother has been convicted after secretly keeping nine cats in her home, blatantly violating a lifetime ban on owning animals following previous convictions for cruelty.
Puppy's First Night: Avoid This Common Mistake
Expert dog trainers reveal why comforting your crying puppy on their first night home could create long-term behavioural problems and what you should do instead.
Ex-Council Boss Faces 7-Year Public Office Ban
Ex-Birmingham City Council leader Tahir Ali could be barred from public office for seven years following a standards investigation into taxi licence misconduct during his tenure.
Fireworks banned with £5,000 fines in UK crackdown
New fireworks restrictions sweeping across the UK could see residents facing penalties up to £5,000 as councils crack down on anti-social behaviour and safety concerns.
Walsall thug banned for brutal puppy beating
A violent offender from Walsall has been handed a 10-year ban from keeping animals after subjecting a young puppy to a horrific beating, in a case that has shocked the RSPCA and local community.
Labour confirms 2030 petrol car ban with key changes
Labour finally clarifies its position on the 2030 petrol and diesel car ban, confirming significant policy changes that will impact millions of drivers across the UK.
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.
UK Government U-turn: VPNs to remain legal
In a major policy reversal, the UK government has confirmed VPNs will not be banned after considering restrictions that sparked digital privacy concerns nationwide.
Birmingham Curry House Bans Tracksuits and Hoodies
A popular Birmingham curry restaurant implements strict dress code prohibiting tracksuits and hoodies, sparking debate about dining standards and customer expectations.
Birmingham couple get 10-year pet ban over neglected dog
A Birmingham couple has been disqualified from keeping all animals for a decade after their emaciated German Shepherd was discovered suffering in squalid living conditions, prompting RSPCA intervention.
Staffordshire Farm Wins Triple at Business Awards
A remarkable family-run farm in Staffordshire has achieved an extraordinary triple victory at the county's business awards, celebrating excellence in sustainability, diversification and community engagement.
Police use chainsaws twice in Birmingham drugs raid
West Midlands Police took extreme measures with chainsaws to breach a Birmingham property during a drugs warrant, uncovering a sophisticated cannabis farm in a shocking daytime operation.
OAP banned from Aldi after security confrontation
A 75-year-old grandfather has been barred from his local Aldi after confronting security staff about their ID checks, igniting discussions about retail security protocols and customer rights across Britain.
West Midlands seeks new animal licensing powers
West Midlands authorities are pursuing new licensing powers to regulate animal sales and combat illegal puppy trading operations across the region.
Suspected Drugs Factory Uncovered in Oldbury - Two Arrested
West Midlands Police have made two arrests after discovering a sophisticated suspected cannabis farm in a residential property on New Birmingham Road, Oldbury.
Police bust multi-million pound cannabis farm in Birmingham
Police uncover sophisticated cannabis farm with 1,500 plants in Birmingham industrial unit, as organised crime group's high-rolling operation goes up in smoke.
Huge cannabis farm uncovered in Wolverhampton police raid
Police discover sophisticated cannabis cultivation operation with over 1,000 plants in Wolverhampton industrial unit, marking significant blow to organised crime.
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