County lines courier had 'one last line' before arrest
Jason Revill, 28, was caught with drugs worth £50,000 in Norwich. He asked officers for 'one last line' before being detained. Read the full court report.
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Miller & Carter Hockley Heath Closed on Christmas Day
Miller & Carter in Hockley Heath cancelled Christmas Day bookings due to an unexpected electrical fault. Read the full story and local reaction here.
Cocaine gang leader jailed for 17 years after courier link
William Free, ringleader of a major South West drugs network, has had his sentence increased to 17 years. His gang was uncovered due to his link to a Birmingham courier, Anthony Cunningham. Read the full investigation details.
Weapons and cash seized in Tamworth drug raid
A 23-year-old man arrested after police find a machete, BB gun and over £7,000 in a Tamworth home. Investigation into cocaine supply continues.
JLR Cyber Attack Fallout Puts Small Suppliers at Risk
A manufacturing boss warns small firms in Jaguar Land Rover's supply chain could close due to ongoing cashflow issues from a 2025 cyber attack. Read the full analysis and advice for affected businesses.
Birmingham family jailed for drugs and firearm offences
Three members of the same Birmingham family are behind bars after police seized a loaded shotgun and drugs worth over £12,000. Read the full story of the investigation and sentencing.
Supermarkets Turn to European Turkeys for Christmas
Major UK supermarkets Asda, Lidl and Morrisons are stocking imported turkeys from Europe due to avian flu hitting British supply. Discover the impact on festive meals and British farming.
Toolstream in administration, 111 jobs axed
Major UK DIY distributor Toolstream has collapsed into administration, blaming post-COVID supply issues. 111 jobs have been cut as administrators seek buyers. Read the full story.
Pair sentenced after £100k drugs seized in Ludlow home
A man and woman have been sentenced after police found heroin, cocaine, and cash in a Ludlow property. The raid followed community tip-offs about drug supply.
Asda removes 4,000+ products in simplification plan
Asda has scrapped north of 4,000 product lines as part of a drive to simplify its shelves and supply chain. The supermarket aims to cut 5,000-6,000 SKUs in total. Read the full story.
Morrisons postpones net zero target to 2050
Morrisons becomes the first UK supermarket to delay its net zero goal by 15 years, now aiming for 2050. The new target includes its entire supply chain.
Drug dealer jailed for four years after police seizure
Xhevahir Ademaj will spend Christmas behind bars after a police operation uncovered a drug supply network in Birmingham. Read the full story of the investigation and sentencing.
Edinburgh Airport flights grounded by IT failure
Edinburgh Airport has suspended all operations due to a major IT issue with its air traffic control provider. Passengers are urged to contact their airlines for updates.
Dudley drug dealers in court after car stop
Two suspected dealers face charges after police find a large quantity of class A drugs during a vehicle stop in Dudley. Read the latest court details.
Ghost Drug Line Dealer Jailed for Over Five Years
Reece Winter, 27, ran a 'ghost' drug line in Tamworth, sending thousands of messages. He was jailed for over five years. Read the full story of the police investigation.
Walsall green belt housing inquiry begins
A public inquiry into 115 homes on Walsall green belt land has started. Developers accuse the council of a 'catastrophic failure' in housing supply. Read the latest.
Drugs line runner jailed for over five years in Tamworth
Reece Winter, 27, imprisoned for running a 'ghost' line that sent 2,800 drug sale messages. Staffordshire Police warn of networks exploiting vulnerability. Report drug dealing.
Midlands 'Croc Line' drug dealers jailed
Five drug dealers who ran the 'Croc line' in Leicester, selling crack cocaine and heroin via bulk text messages, have been sentenced to a total of over 17 years in prison. Police urge the public to report drug dealing.
2026 Rent Rises Forecast After Autumn Budget Tax Hike
Tenants face higher rents in 2026 as new property income taxes threaten rental supply, Nationwide warns. Experts say landlords will pass on costs. Read the full analysis.
UK faces Christmas cheese shortage due to Greek farm virus
UK households could see festive feta supplies dwindle after a deadly sheep and goat virus outbreak in Greece decimates herds. Discover the impact on your Christmas table.
McDonald's UK bottled water shortage hits Happy Meals
McDonald's UK customers report a shortage of bottled water for Happy Meals, sparking anger. The chain confirms a temporary supply issue, offering tap water as an alternative. Read the full story.
Major £9.5m cannabis farm discovered in Birmingham
West Midlands Police raid one of Birmingham's biggest cannabis farms, seizing 9,488 plants and arresting five men. A major supply network has been disrupted.
Six charged in County Lines drug probe
Six individuals aged 18-23 appear in court charged with County Lines drug offences following a police operation. Cash and suspected Class A drugs were seized.
Policy Centre to Boost UK Manufacturing SMEs
A new independent Policy Centre aims to give 325,000 manufacturing and engineering SMEs a unified voice in government policy, driving growth and future-proofing British industry.
Manchester's £1bn Fund for New Office Developments
Andy Burnham's £1bn Good Growth Fund is set to unlock prime office space in Manchester, addressing a critical shortage and boosting the local economy from 2028. Discover the impact.
Bird flu 'super strain' threatens UK Christmas turkey supplies
A highly infectious bird flu strain is causing UK turkey shortages, threatening Christmas dinners and pushing prices significantly higher. Learn how to prepare.
Cannock gang member jailed for cocaine supply
Thomas White, 30, sentenced to four-and-a-half years for his role in a cocaine supply network in Cannock. Discover how police dismantled the organised crime group.
Farmers Slam 'Unfair' Supermarket Buying Practices
A new study reveals 99% of UK farmers face unfair supermarket practices, leading to stress and financial pressure. Join the call for a stronger food regulator.
£1.1m cocaine found in M6 van stop, man charged
Staffordshire Police discover cocaine worth over £1 million after stopping a van at Keele Services. A 35-year-old man has been charged and remanded in custody.
Birmingham drug raid uncovers thousands in cannabis
A 29-year-old man was arrested in Erdington after police discovered 2kg of cannabis hidden in bags during a warrant. The suspect has been bailed as enquiries continue.
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