160,000 Uninsured Cars Seized, Birmingham Top Hotspot
A record 160,000 uninsured vehicles were seized on UK roads last year, the highest in 17 years. Birmingham postcodes feature prominently in the top accident hotspots for uninsured drivers.
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Illegal Immigrant Jailed for Running Birmingham Brothels
Dongping Xiao, a Chinese national illegally staying in the UK, has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for managing two brothels in upscale Birmingham apartment blocks, where police found scantily clad women and sex work paraphernalia.
Mother Jailed for Premature Daughter's Death in Lichfield
Amy Clark was convicted of causing or allowing the death of her five-week-old daughter Darcy-Leigh Jefferson, while the father was jailed for life for murder.
Rossendale Ramblers Host Spring Walks and Social Events
Rossendale Ramblers enjoyed sunny 10-mile and 7-mile walks from Worsthorne and Bury, with upcoming pub walks and moorland hikes planned for April, including a twinning event with Bocholt.
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Drunken Rant at Birmingham New Street Greggs Ends in Court
A 25-year-old man from Birmingham has been fined after pleading guilty to being drunk and disorderly outside Greggs at New Street station, where he shouted threats at police in front of the public.
Major Archaeological Project to Explore Cave Beneath Welsh Castle
A five-year archaeological project funded by the Calleva Foundation will explore Wogan Cavern beneath Pembroke Castle, uncovering prehistoric human and animal remains dating back over 100,000 years.
Army Engineer Runs Marathon for Grandmother with Alzheimer's
Adam Collings, a 32-year-old Royal Engineer, is tackling the London Marathon to raise funds for Alzheimer's Society, inspired by his grandmother living with dementia at Signature at Reigate Grange.
Garlic Could Deter Rodents This Spring, Expert Says
As temperatures rise, rodent activity is expected to increase during spring breeding season. A pest control expert suggests using garlic as a low-cost, natural repellent to disrupt rats and mice before infestations occur.
900,000 Pensioners Missing £4,300 Annual Pension Credit
The Department for Work and Pensions reveals nearly a million eligible retirees, born before 1960, are failing to claim Pension Credit worth an average £4,300 per year, with £2.5 billion going uncollected annually.
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Pensioners Born Before 1960 Get Free BBC TV Licence
State pensioners born before 1960 can now receive BBC TV Licences completely free, reduced from £180, by claiming Pension Credit from the DWP. This benefit also provides additional financial support and discounts.
HMRC Warns Pensioners After 25,000 Scam Referrals
HMRC has issued a critical warning to state pensioners following 25,000 scam referrals, emphasizing that it will never request bank details or repayment via text or email for Winter Fuel Payments.
Birmingham Rape Suspect Still Free After Two Years
West Midlands Police continue their search for Bilbil Ademi, wanted for a rape in Erdington since 2024, with over 14,600 online views of his image but no leads.
Paedophile with 48,000 Indecent Images Avoids Prison
Ian Lavender, 58, received a community order after police found over 48,000 child abuse images on his devices. The court heard of his 'entrenched pornography addiction'.
West Midlands Police Officers Sacked for Sexual Misconduct
New figures reveal that 19 West Midlands Police officers faced sexual misconduct allegations from 2021 to 2025, with 16 dismissed or quitting before dismissal. The force emphasizes a robust stance against abuse of power.
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Man Dies in Tragic Incident at Kidderminster Pub
A man has died following an incident at The Park Gate pub in Kidderminster. West Mercia Police confirm enquiries are ongoing, with no third-party involvement suspected.
DWP Cuts Universal Credit to Zero in Sanction Cases
The Department for Work and Pensions is enforcing severe Universal Credit sanctions, reducing payments by 100% for claimants who fail to meet requirements, with monthly allowances up to £424.90 at risk.
102 New Affordable Homes Approved Near Stalybridge Station
A major housing development of 102 affordable homes has been approved around Stalybridge train station, featuring townhouses and apartments as part of a wider £11.1m regeneration scheme for the town's western edge.
Birmingham Tops UK Van Theft List, Black Country Areas High
Birmingham recorded 1,446 van thefts over 2024-2025, topping a national list with Walsall and Wolverhampton also ranking among the worst-hit areas in the UK.
Armed Police Respond to Machete Report Near Skelmersdale School
Armed police conducted a thorough search on Birch Green Road in Skelmersdale following reports of a man with a machete, prompting a nearby primary school to keep children indoors as a precautionary measure.
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Man Arrested Minutes After Birmingham Shop Robbery
A 34-year-old man was arrested within minutes after police responded to a robbery on Curzon Street where staff were threatened and hundreds of pounds worth of items were stolen.
Fan Says 'Defensive Punch' Killed Midlands Man in Trial
Lewis MacLeod, 36, told Inner London Crown Court he threw a 'defensive, left one-punch shot' that killed Michael Edwards, 43, from Warwickshire, after a night of drinking and cocaine use.
Murder Probe After Man Found Dead in River Leam
Warwickshire Police have launched a murder investigation after a man in his 50s was found dead in the River Leam at Victoria Park in Leamington. Officers are appealing for witnesses.
Katie Price Blames Staff for Seventh Driving Ban
Former glamour model Katie Price expresses fury over her seventh driving ban, claiming staff failed to deliver legal letters. She faces a six-month disqualification and a £1,000 fine.
Welsh Teen with Nazi Materials Planned College Shooting
Theodore Hopes, 18, from Llandrindod Wells, made threats to kill at Newtown College, possessed a 'Mass Murderer' manifesto, and had Nazi materials on his phone, leading to a community order.
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Man Seriously Injured in Castle Vale Stabbing
A man sustained potentially serious injuries in a stabbing on Northolt Drive, Castle Vale. West Midlands Police and ambulance services responded, providing advanced trauma care before hospital transfer.
Man jailed for 100-mile trip to groom Midlands schoolgirl
Awais Sheikh, 28, from Yorkshire, has been sentenced to 22 months in prison for travelling to Telford to meet a 15-year-old girl he groomed on social media. He was found with cannabis and condoms.
Man Pleads Guilty to Murder of Midlands Mother Ann Marie Green
Julian Thomas, 54, admitted murdering Ann Marie Green, 61, in Bromyard. The 'one of a kind' mum was found dead at her home in September 2025.
Black Country Car Thief Jailed After Flaunting Crimes on Social Media
Malakhi Ward, 20, has been sentenced to over four years in prison for a six-week crime spree involving burglaries and vehicle thefts across the West Midlands, after police linked him to videos he shared online.
Midlands Police Operation Seizes 3D-Printed Firearm
Six individuals have been arrested in a significant police operation across the Midlands following the recovery of a 3D-printed firearm and other weapons-related materials.
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Wolverhampton Man Wanted for Harassment and Criminal Damage
Staffordshire Police are urgently seeking Arran Tanner-Khan, 40, from Wolverhampton, in connection with harassment with fear of violence, criminal damage, and failure to stop. He has links to Cheslyn Hay, and the public is urged to report any sightings.
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