DVSA's critical warning about dangerous overtaking mistake
Drivers across Britain are being alerted to a dangerous overtaking error that could lead to catastrophic collisions and hefty penalties. The DVSA reveals why patience could save lives.
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Birmingham Police Standoff: Clement Street Sealed Off
A major police operation has brought a Birmingham neighbourhood to a standstill, with multiple emergency vehicles and specialist units responding to a serious incident on Clement Street in Aston.
Birmingham terror hero: Driver foils attack with emergency code
A Birmingham taxi driver's quick thinking and emergency code protocol helped prevent a potential mass casualty event during a city centre knife attack, earning him national recognition as a true community hero.
Birmingham A&E Staff Honoured in First Appreciation Week
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust launches first-ever A&E Appreciation Week, celebrating the incredible dedication of emergency department staff across city hospitals.
Train panic after coffee flask 'explosion' false alarm
Dramatic scenes unfolded aboard a London Northwestern Railway service when passengers mistook a bursting coffee flask for a bomb explosion, causing mass panic and emergency evacuation.
Nine Critical After Suspected Gas Explosion in Wales
Emergency services rush to scene of major incident in South Wales as multiple casualties suffer critical injuries following suspected gas explosion at residential property.
Birmingham's bridge bashing crisis costs £100k
Exclusive investigation reveals Birmingham's low bridges have been struck over 1,000 times in three years, costing taxpayers nearly £100,000 in repairs and causing major traffic disruption across the city.
Multiple People Stabbed in UK Train Attack
Shocking stabbing incident aboard a UK train leaves multiple people injured as emergency services rush to scene. Latest updates on police investigation and public safety concerns.
Millions of UK drivers breaking eyesight laws
Shocking new research reveals up to 10 million British motorists may be driving with vision below legal standards, creating a major road safety crisis.
Three dead in suspected carbon monoxide poisoning
A devastating suspected carbon monoxide poisoning in Kingstanding claims three lives and leaves one fighting for survival as emergency services launch urgent investigation.
UTI misdiagnosis nearly kills mum in sepsis scare
A Birmingham mother's terrifying medical ordeal reveals how a UTI was actually deadly sepsis, prompting urgent warnings from NHS doctors about recognising critical symptoms.
Danger Cladding: 85 West Midlands Buildings At Risk
Exclusive investigation uncovers 85 buildings across Birmingham and West Midlands still wrapped in dangerous cladding years after Grenfell tragedy. Residents living in fear as safety crisis continues.
West Midlands Speed Limits Slashed to 30mph on 27 Roads
Commuters face major changes as 27 key roads across the West Midlands see speed limits reduced from 40mph to 30mph in dramatic safety overhaul starting this month.
Winter Car Essentials: Your Cold Weather Survival Kit
Don't get caught out by plummeting temperatures! Discover the 10 must-have items every UK driver needs to keep in their car this winter for safety and peace of mind.
How your car's safety feature makes you invisible
Millions of UK drivers are unknowingly putting themselves at risk due to a common car safety feature. Experts reveal how automatic headlights are creating dangerous 'invisible' vehicles on our roads, especially during daytime driving conditions.
Bride's wedding day pain was deadly sepsis
A newlywed bride discovered her wedding day shoulder pain was actually life-threatening sepsis, spending her honeymoon in intensive care fighting for survival.
UK Drivers Warned Over Dangerous Road Surfaces
New research reveals shocking road surface dangers putting British drivers at risk. Discover which common road defects are causing accidents and how to protect yourself.
Schoolboy, 10, survives metal railing impalement
A ten-year-old Birmingham schoolboy cheats death after being impaled through the leg by a metal railing spike in a shocking playground accident that required emergency services to free him.
Birmingham police and council target dangerous drivers
West Midlands Police and Birmingham City Council unveil groundbreaking partnership to tackle dangerous driving with new enforcement powers and community reporting tools.
Asda relaunches 10% Blue Light Card discount scheme
Supermarket giant Asda has relaunched its popular 'Blue Light Card' discount scheme, offering emergency service workers and NHS staff 10% off their groceries in a major boost for key workers.
Council team saves 90-year-old after terrifying home fall
Discover how a local council's emergency service provided life-changing support for nonagenarian Margaret following a serious fall at home.
Three dead in M53 multi-vehicle crash, infant critical
A devastating multi-vehicle collision on the M53 in Cheshire has left three people dead, including a man and woman in their 40s, with a young infant fighting for life in hospital as police launch urgent investigation.
Charity Appeals for Help to Open Women-Only Refuge
A Manchester homelessness charity is urgently fundraising to transform an empty property into a sanctuary for vulnerable women facing housing crisis.
NHS Warning: Common Habit Overwhelming A&E Departments
Health chiefs issue urgent warning about inappropriate A&E use as millions visit emergency departments for conditions that could be treated elsewhere, creating dangerous bottlenecks in critical care.
Winter footwear warning for women drivers
Motoring specialists reveal why wearing certain types of footwear while driving could lead to accidents and invalidate insurance claims. Essential safety advice for women drivers.
Volunteers Needed for Tesco's 20-Tonne Food Drive
Volunteers are desperately needed to support Tesco's major food collection initiative aiming to provide 20 tonnes of essential supplies to food banks and charities across local communities.
NHS Alert: Know These Stroke Symptoms - Call 999 Now
Health authorities sound the alarm on FAST stroke symptoms as NHS reveals crucial new guidance that could save lives. Learn the warning signs you can't afford to ignore.
Coventry family homeless after firework blaze destroys home
A Coventry family has been made homeless after a catastrophic firework blaze ripped through their Willenhall home, destroying everything they owned just weeks before Christmas.
EasyJet emergency landing after fumes fill cabin
An EasyJet flight from Amsterdam to Edinburgh made an urgent diversion to Newcastle Airport after mysterious fumes filled the cabin, triggering emergency protocols and passenger evacuations.
Bearwood Road closed after pedestrian hit by vehicle
A major emergency operation unfolded in Bearwood after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle, forcing complete road closure and causing significant traffic disruption throughout Wednesday.
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