Solihull Police Incident: Blue Tent Set Up in Castle Bromwich
West Midlands Police have cordoned off Vauxhall Crescent in Castle Bromwich after an overnight incident, with a blue forensic tent and search team at the scene.
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Staff Unite for Literacy Kit Drive to Support People in Need
Birmingham staff come together to launch a literacy kit drive, collecting essential reading materials for people in need across the community.
UK Bans Social Media for Under-16s in Child Safety Push
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces a ban on social media for under-16s, citing mental health concerns. The policy includes default safety settings for under-18s and possible curfews.
Runner Nears End of Scotland Leg in 42-Marathon Challenge
Benji Wilkins is running 42 marathons in 42 days from John O'Groats to Land's End to raise £50,000 for his mum with advanced Multiple Sclerosis.
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Appeal to Trace Missing 18-Year-Old from Wolverhampton
Police have launched an appeal to find a missing 18-year-old from Wolverhampton who may have travelled to Birmingham or West Bromwich.
June or July Birthdays: State Pension Delayed by Three Months
The DWP is gradually raising the state pension age from 66 to 67. Those born between June 6 and July 5, 1960, must now wait until 66 years and three months to claim their pension.
DWP Payments of £740 or £965 for State Pensioners on Monday
Thousands of state pensioners in Scotland will receive DWP payments of £740 or £965 on Monday, despite a bank holiday. Payments are unaffected.
Model Agency Founder Raises £1,200 for Dogs Trust
Tina Hague, founder of Angel Wings Model Management, raised £1,213 for Dogs Trust with a charity photoshoot event in memory of her late dog Bella, now adopted puppy Hansel.
EU Police Get Instant Access to UK Drivers' Details
EU police can now access British drivers' details in seconds under a new data-sharing agreement, aiming to tackle organized crime and cross-border offenses.
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Starmer Announces Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced a full ban on under-16s using social media, citing mental health and safety concerns for children.
Aardman Co-Founders Knighted in Birthday Honours
Peter Lord and David Sproxton, co-founders of Aardman Animations, have been knighted for services to animation, creative industries, and charity.
Crowbar Attack Damages 40 Cars in Birmingham Street
A 28-year-old man was arrested after using a crowbar to damage over 40 parked cars on Moseley Road, Balsall Heath, causing thousands in damage.
Nationwide Director Hannah Bernard Awarded CBE
Nationwide's Hannah Bernard receives CBE for services to female entrepreneurship and access to finance, benefiting 16 million members.
DWP Told to Stop Unnecessary PIP Reassessments
Campaigners warn that hundreds of thousands of disabled people with lifelong conditions face unnecessary PIP reassessments, with data showing 500,000 reviews last year resulted in no change.
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DWP Urged to Cut Benefits for 152,000 with Unknown Conditions
The DWP faces calls to strip benefits from 152,000 claimants with 'unknown' health conditions, amid revelations of £770m paid out without clear diagnoses.
Meriden Farm Building Approved for Children's Nursery
Solihull Council approves conversion of agricultural building at Berryfields Farm into a children's day nursery for 96 children, despite Meriden Parish Council objections over traffic and noise.
Man fined for teaching brother, 15, to drive in Perry Barr
Haaris Farouk, 23, was fined £384 after police found his 15-year-old brother driving his BMW in Perry Barr. He pleaded guilty to no insurance.
Woman faces jail for knife threat at Birmingham school
Capri Anderson, 21, pleaded guilty to threatening a person with a blade at Brownmead Primary Academy. The incident occurred outside, and pupils were undisturbed. Sentencing set for August.
Lifeguard raises £1,200 for cancer charity with 5K runs
Billy Patterson, 20, from North Wales, completed 31 inventive 5K runs in 31 days, raising £1,200 for Children with Cancer UK, including running down the steepest street in Wales and through a supermarket.
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Couple raises £3,200 for baby heart charity after half marathon
Bethan Gray and Tom Smith raised £3,200 for Tiny Tickers after completing the Swansea Half Marathon, inspired by their son Harri's fight against a serious heart condition.
Wind Power Transforms Former Mining Village School Into Hub
A former mining village's empty school is now a thriving community hub, powered by wind turbines. The project tackles isolation and brings residents together in Cwmgors.
Basic State Pensioners Get £740 Boost from DWP in June
The DWP has increased the basic state pension by 4.8%, meaning eligible pensioners will receive an extra £740 before the end of June.
Arson Probe After Small Heath Building Fire
Police and fire crews responded to a deliberate blaze on Somerville Road, Small Heath, early Saturday. No injuries reported, investigation ongoing.
Drivers Warned: New Scams Costing UK Road Users Thousands
Motoring experts reveal five key scams targeting UK drivers, including fake QR codes and DVLA messages. Stay vigilant to avoid losing thousands.
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Raise the Colours Co-Founder Arrested After Brighton Clashes
Ryan Bridge, co-founder of Raise the Colours, was arrested after clashes between anti-immigration groups and counter-protesters in Brighton. Eight arrests were made.
State Pensioners £12,000 Worse Off by Pension Change
A little-known pension change could leave state pensioners £12,000 worse off as funds are shifted to lower-risk investments, reducing growth potential.
Urgent Appeal for Missing Teen Last Seen at McDonald's
Police urgently seek 14-year-old Sophia, missing since Friday night, last seen at McDonald's in Newcastle-under-Lyme. She has distinctive purple and pink hair streaks.
Birmingham Arson Probe After Two Cars Set Alight
An arson investigation is underway after two vehicles were deliberately set on fire on a driveway in Bordesley Green, Birmingham. No injuries were reported.
Abandoned Care Home Weed Farm Sealed by Police
A former care home in Hockley, Birmingham, used as a cannabis farm has been secured by the council and police after complaints of anti-social behaviour.
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Universal Credit Claimants Must Respond to New DWP Check
DWP rolls out periodic redeclaration for Universal Credit claimants, prompting them to confirm circumstances. Failure to respond may affect payments.
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