UK Housing Crowdfunding Surges 60% Since 2022
Crowdfunding for rent in the UK has risen 60% since 2022. A Birmingham resident raised £2,421. Renters face 'cost of rent day' in May.
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Vandals Saw Down Trees in Digbeth Amid Sycamore Gap Outcry
Trees on Digbeth High Street have been vandalised, with two men caught on CCTV sawing them down. Police investigate amid public outrage and comparisons to Sycamore Gap.
DWP Urged to Abolish State Pension Triple Lock for Wealthy
The DWP has been told to abolish the state pension triple lock, which critics say disproportionately benefits well-off households and costs billions more than forecast.
Universal Credit Claimants Get £1 Entry to Top Attractions
Universal Credit recipients can access top UK attractions for £1, sparking fears of a two-tier pricing system subsidised by working families.
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Bilston paedophile jailed for dangerous interest in girls
Stuart Forsyth, 45, of Bilston, was jailed after 'truly graphic' chats with an undercover officer about his attraction to young girls. He received a three-year sentence.
Hot Tub Owners Face Higher Water Bills in Eco Shake-Up
Water firms consider tiered pricing to penalise high usage, affecting homes with big gardens and hot tubs. Trials planned for thousands of homes in South East England.
Birmingham drug driver four times over limit banned
Tyler Nixon, 22, was more than four times the drug-drive limit when stopped by police. He was banned from driving for 16 months and given a community order.
Solihull Man Fined for Knuckleduster Possession
A 21-year-old warehouse operative from Solihull was fined £831 after police found a knuckleduster in his pocket during a stop. The weapon will be destroyed.
Inheritance tax gift allowance down 78% in value
The £3,000 annual inheritance tax gift allowance has lost 78% of its value since 1981 due to inflation, warns TWM Solicitors, calling it a stealth tax.
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Spitfire Pilot's WWII Escapades and Churchill Escort
Discover the incredible WWII story of Canadian Spitfire pilot Ben Scaman, from a boozy Antwerp landing to escorting Winston Churchill in a top-secret mission.
Dunelm's £99 VegTrug Greenhouse: Sturdy and Easy to Assemble
Dunelm's VegTrug Nursery Greenhouse at £99 is praised for its sturdiness and ease of assembly, ideal for small gardens with adjustable shelves and a durable cover.
Ofgem: Energy Meter Tampering Illegal and Dangerous
Ofgem warns that tampering with gas or electricity meters is illegal and dangerous, leading to fires, explosions, and up to five years in prison. Reports of energy theft have nearly doubled since 2021.
Eid al-Adha 2026 Date Announced After Moon Sighting
Eid al-Adha will be observed on May 27, 2026, after the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon was sighted in Saudi Arabia, marking the start of the Islamic month.
Man Bailed, Second Quizzed in Birmingham Hit-and-Run
A 44-year-old man arrested in London over a Birmingham hit-and-run has been bailed. A second man, 52, remains in custody as police investigate the Stirchley incident.
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Schoolboy arrested after man suffers facial fractures
A 19-year-old man needed surgery after sustaining multiple facial fractures in an alleged attack in Mansfield Woodhouse. A 16-year-old boy has been arrested and police are appealing for witnesses.
Six Poorest Parts of England All in Birmingham
A recent study reveals that the six poorest areas in England are all in Birmingham, with Sparkhill North ranked as the worst. Families face severe cost-of-living struggles.
Man Unconscious in Pub Car Park Airlifted to Hospital
A man in his 30s was found unconscious in a pub car park in Radcliffe-on-Trent after a fight. He was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries. Police appeal for witnesses.
Toddler 'Covered in Bed Bug Bites' at Birmingham Hotel
A Birmingham couple claims their toddler suffered bed bug bites at the Strathallen Hotel, leading to sleepless nights and health concerns despite council denial.
Neighbour Row Over Planter Ends in Court with Fine
A dispute between neighbours in Aberlady, Scotland, over a garden planter escalated into a court case, resulting in a £210 fine for homophobic abuse.
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King Charles at Windsor Show After Soldier Death
King Charles attended the Royal Windsor Horse Show the day after a soldier from the King's Troop died after falling from a horse. The monarch expressed shock and sadness.
Update on Staffordshire Stabbing as Manhunt Continues
Police update on the horrific stabbing near a Staffordshire golf course. Victim in critical condition as manhunt for Eastern European suspect continues.
TOWIE Star Jake Hall: Final Hours Revealed
New details have emerged about the final hours of former TOWIE star Jake Hall, who died in Majorca at age 35, including his last Instagram post and events leading to his death.
Paedophile Jailed for Sending Explicit Messages to Officer
Neil Wilson, 46, from Mansfield, was jailed for 15 years after sending explicit messages to an undercover officer he thought was a 13-year-old girl. He had indecent images.
Wolverhampton Crash: Motorcyclist Life-Changing Injuries
A motorcyclist suffered life-changing injuries in a crash with a car at Wednesfield Road and Deans Road in Wolverhampton. Roads closed, diversions in place.
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Katie Price Fears Husband Lee Andrews Kidnapped
Katie Price has expressed fears that her husband Lee Andrews has been kidnapped after he vanished in Dubai. She detailed her concerns in a YouTube video.
UK Log Burner Owners Risk £300 Fine Over May Storage Error
UK households with log burners risk a £300 fine for improperly storing wood in May. Experts warn wet wood is illegal to burn, harmful to health, and can lead to chimney fires.
Nine English Seaside Areas Ban Camping, BBQs, Fires
North Yorkshire Council bans wild camping, BBQs, and fires in nine Scarborough and Whitby locations, with fines up to £1,000 for violations.
Four Teens Arrested After Attempted Break-Ins in Kings Heath
Four boys aged 15-17 were arrested on suspicion of burglary in Kings Heath, Birmingham, after police responded to reports of attempted break-ins on Grange Road early Sunday morning.
Pervert Denied Child Attraction, Caught with Indecent Images
Rabhar Zaman, 26, claimed no sexual interest in children but was found with indecent images of kids as young as three and animal pornography. He received a community order.
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Second Arrest in Birmingham Hit-and-Run Probe
A 52-year-old man has been arrested in Birmingham following a suspected hit-and-run in Stirchley that left a man with serious leg injuries. Another suspect was released on bail.
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