A major crackdown on Blue Badge fraud is underway across the UK. With misuse at crisis levels, councils are taking action, with 82% of investigations leading to fines or prosecution. Learn the rules to avoid a £1,000 penalty.
New data reveals a major council crackdown on blue badge fraud, with over 14,000 fines issued. Discover the risks of misusing disabled bays and the growing enforcement crisis.
UK households warned to check garden sheds for banned metaldehyde slug pellets. Storing or using them is now illegal and could result in a fine. Check and dispose safely.
UK police launch a national crackdown on uninsured driving. Offenders face £300 fines, 6 points, and future car insurance premiums could rise by around £1,000. Learn the consequences.
A major UK-wide operation has raided over 2,700 premises, seizing millions in illegal goods and making 924 arrests. Discover the details of the crackdown on unsafe and counterfeit products.
North Wales Police banned seven drivers immediately after they failed roadside eyesight tests. Officers stopped over 320 vehicles as part of Operation Dark Night. Learn more about the crackdown and Cassie's Law.
New DWP powers to check bank accounts and suspend driving licences for benefit fraud are now law. Find out which three benefits are in the spotlight first.
Exclusive DVLA figures reveal a sharp rise in drivers failing to renew their licence at 70, potentially making them illegal motorists. Learn the rules to stay legal on UK roads.
Netflix agrees a monumental $72bn (£54bn) deal to acquire Warner Bros, with HBO included. The deal, pending regulatory approval until 2027, signals a seismic shift in the entertainment industry. Read the full analysis.
The DWP gains new powers to access bank data in a major anti-fraud drive targeting Universal Credit, ESA, and Pension Credit. Discover how the government plans to protect taxpayers.
The DVLA has banned a list of new 2026 registration plates deemed offensive. Motorists face fines of up to £1,000 for displaying illegal plates. Discover the full list of prohibited combinations and the rules you must follow.
A major warning has been issued to UK households as Amazon cracks down on illegal streaming via Fire Sticks, with users seeking risky alternatives. Experts reveal the dangers.
UK households could earn millions by reporting tax evasion under a new HMRC rewards scheme. Find out how to report and what you could earn.
A major Home Office operation has seen 171 delivery riders arrested for illegal working, with 60 facing removal from the UK. The crackdown follows ministerial talks with major food delivery platforms.
A Staffordshire angler's aggressive 30-minute tirade at an Environment Agency officer over a missing rod licence has resulted in a £1,994 legal bill. Read the full story.
The DWP unveils a major crackdown on benefit fraud with new data powers to prevent overpayments and recover billions. Discover the new 'no hiding place' measures.
The Animal Welfare Bill has become law, banning the import of young, mutilated, and heavily pregnant pets. Discover how this crackdown protects animals and buyers.
HMRC plans to block money market funds from Stocks & Shares ISAs, a move experts call a 'serious setback' for UK investors seeking safe, tax-efficient returns.
Essex Police announce a zero-tolerance Christmas campaign against drink and drug driving, with targeted patrols and stern warnings about losing your licence, job, and life.
A gang of four has been convicted for running a sophisticated £500k illegal tobacco factory in Birmingham, defrauding the public revenue of an estimated £4 million. Read the full story.
West Midlands Police removed six modified e-bikes and a moped from Birmingham's streets in Operation Frislen. The crackdown targets dangerous vehicles to protect the public. Join BirminghamLive on WhatsApp for breaking news.
Spotify Wrapped 2025 is expected to drop any day now. Find out when to expect your personalised music stats, what data is included, and the alternatives from Apple Music.
New DWP powers to check bank accounts for benefit fraud receive royal assent. Universal Credit, ESA, and Pension Credit are the first targets. Find out the consequences for fraudsters.
Amazon is blocking 'side-loaded' apps used for illegal Premier League and movie streaming on Fire TV Sticks. Users are seeing urgent warnings to uninstall. Read the full details on the clampdown.
Solihull Council plans a new crackdown on fly-tipping after reporting over 3,000 incidents last year. Discover the new strategy and how residents can help.
A Birmingham gang has been found guilty of running a £500,000 illegal tobacco factory. Police seized weapons, cash, and over 400kg of tobacco. Read the full investigation details.
A couple has been sentenced for illegally renting out their Solihull Council property while living in Essex, making nearly £3,000 profit. Read how the fraud was uncovered.
West Midlands Police have destroyed a modified Nissan Skyline involved in a 2022 illegal race that killed two teenagers. The driver was jailed for 13.5 years. Read the full story.
The heavily-modified Nissan Skyline that killed two teenagers at an illegal street racing meet in Oldbury has been destroyed by police. Read the full story and the police warning.
Euro Mini Market in Lichfield closed for three months after authorities seized suitcases of illegal tobacco and vapes. Report illegal sales via the Trading Standards hotline.