Midlands Parents Punished for Underage Son Marriage
A Midlands couple received suspended sentences for arranging their teenage son's marriage in Pakistan, in one of the UK's first convictions under a 2023 law criminalizing child marriage.
A Midlands couple received suspended sentences for arranging their teenage son's marriage in Pakistan, in one of the UK's first convictions under a 2023 law criminalizing child marriage.
Police have launched an investigation after human bones were discovered in Birmingham. The remains were found in a wooded area, prompting forensic analysis.
Dave Blackmore from Anglesey is cycling over 1,000 miles from Land's End to John O'Groats to raise funds for Young Lives vs Cancer and Teenage Cancer Trust after his son Shôn was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma.
Former West Mercia Police PCSO Thomas Poole, 37, was jailed for 21 months after initiating sexual relationships with two crime victims, abusing his position of trust.
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RecommendedShropshire Council confirms 52 adults and 71 children from Afghanistan are housed at RAF Cosford. Councillor addresses concerns about duration, costs, and future placements.
Leon Townsend, 50, attacked Sean Kieran with a baseball bat at their shared home in Erdington. He was given a suspended sentence at Birmingham Crown Court.
Adam Plant, 25, slashed a homeless man's face after learning he wasn't local. He was jailed for five years for the attack in Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire.
Nadeem Said, a former police staff member from Birmingham, has been sentenced for unlawfully obtaining Snapchat data in a landmark UK conviction.
Morrisons brings back Kellogg's Breakfast Clubs offering free breakfast to adults and children throughout May half term, helping families save on food costs.
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RecommendedA 17-year-old boy has been charged with possession of a knife after police found the weapon on a Birmingham road. He is due in court next month.
The Food Foundation survey reveals 2.1 million children experience food insecurity, with 13.3% of UK households with children affected. Single-parent families are most at risk.
Stuart Adams, 49, pleaded guilty to a racially aggravated public order offence after shouting 'go back to your homeland' at a police officer during Tommy Robinson's Unite the Kingdom rally in London.
West Midlands Police are investigating after bones were discovered at allotments in Kings Heath, Birmingham. Most bones are not human, but one is being tested.
Steph, a single mother on Rich House, Poor House, rejected a £60k job offer from Mr Whippy owner Joe Sealey due to a four-hour commute and family health issues.
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RecommendedSurvey by The Food Foundation reveals 12.04% of households experienced food insecurity in January 2026, with disabled adults disproportionately affected.
Katie Price urges fans to help locate her husband Lee Andrews, who she claims was kidnapped in Dubai, and denies any publicity stunt allegations.
Discover the best Isofix child car seats available on Amazon, featuring top-rated options for safety, comfort, and ease of installation.
The Office for Product Safety & Standards has recalled 15 perfumes from Savers Health and Beauty due to a banned chemical linked to fertility harm and unborn child health risks.
A walk-in garden greenhouse has been reduced to just £49.99, down from £129.99, ahead of the summer gardening season. This 6-tier greenhouse is perfect for growing plants and protecting them from pests.
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RecommendedA barrister details legal options for dealing with noisy neighbour's dogs, including statutory nuisance definitions, council powers, fines up to £1,000, and evidence gathering tips.
Cristina Stanciu, 25, was jailed for two and a half years after police found 39 cocaine deals hidden in a sock in a car in Tamworth. Co-defendant Ledgon Basha also sentenced.
The vape industry welcomes the Home Secretary's nationwide crackdown on organised crime, aiming to shut down 'dodgy' shops and seize dirty cash.
Motability pauses compulsory black box rule after backlash. PIP and DLA claimants can keep using it by contacting before May 21. The scheme will switch off devices from May 22.
Channel 4 has responded to welfare complaints from MAFS UK brides alleging sexual assault. An external review has been launched following a Panorama investigation.
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RecommendedTwo men have been bailed after a hit-and-run crash in Stirchley left a man in his 30s with leg injuries. Police continue inquiries.
Matt Pilmoor praises girlfriend Shona Manderson for her bravery after she spoke out about non-consensual sex on MAFS UK. The couple has been together for three years.
The Beeston & Chilwell Garden Trail returns June 13-14, showcasing 19 private gardens open to the public. Tickets £5 for adults, free for children. Proceeds support local charities.
Police responded to a disorder on Reginald Road in Saltley, Birmingham, where one person sustained a minor head injury. The road was closed for investigation.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces a new government unit to crack down on criminal gangs exploiting high street shops for money laundering, with the West Midlands identified as a hotspot.
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RecommendedWayne Jarvis, 42, confronted three suspected shoplifters at his Worcester store Fifty Scents over a £1.99 greetings card, detaining a woman before a scuffle with accomplices.