Hedge Trimming in July Risks Unlimited Fine and Prison
Gardeners trimming hedges in July risk an unlimited fine under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, with a ban from April 1 to August 31 to protect nesting birds.
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Bodies of Missing Men Found in Crashed Car in Lancashire
Two missing men from Preston, William Hutchinson and Stuart Tallis, were found dead in a crashed blue Peugeot 106 hidden in thick undergrowth off the A584 in Lancashire. Police appeal for witnesses.
Man charged with attempted murder after Norton Canes stabbing
Terry Langley, 49, of Walsall, has been charged with attempted murder and burglary after a woman was stabbed on Hawthorn Drive, Norton Canes. He remains in custody.
Mother Charged with Murder After Son Found Dead in Cannibalism Probe
A mother has been charged with murder after her four-year-old son's body was found in Wyong, NSW, with police investigating potential cannibalism in the death.
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Walsall family's windows smashed in row over 'immigrants'
A Walsall family had their car and home windows smashed after a row over 'immigrants'. Police were called to Booth Street at 11pm on June 27.
Two Missing Men Found Dead in Lancashire Car Crash
William Hutchinson, 31, and Stuart Tallis, 27, missing for over a week, were found deceased in a blue Peugeot 106 off the A584 near Preston after a collision.
Man Killed in Bus Stabbing: Two Arrested for Murder
Harrun Hassan, 22, died after a stabbing on a bus in Hounslow near Heathrow. Police arrested a man and a woman, both 21, on suspicion of murder.
Man Stabbed to Death in Wolverhampton, Three Arrested
A man in his 20s was fatally stabbed in a Wolverhampton car park early Sunday. Three people, including a 32-year-old on suspicion of murder, have been arrested.
Man jailed for 28 months for indecent images of children
Chris Williams, 40, from Cwmavon, has been jailed for 28 months for possessing and sharing 'depraved' images of child abuse and bestiality. Police called him a 'danger to children.'
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Man Wanted After Elderly Woman Courier Fraud in Birmingham
Police seek man after elderly woman's bank cards used in Birmingham shops following courier fraud. Contact 101 quoting 20/127439/26.
Harborne Man Stole Wedding Dresses on First Date
Daljeet Dullay, 49, pleaded guilty to burglary and assaulting a police officer after taking £600 worth of Asian-style wedding dresses from a hotel room during a first date in London.
Mother refutes claim about son killed in arson attack
Julie Gardner, mother of Daniel Gardner, 36, killed in a flat fire, dismisses as 'untrue' the suggestion he mistreated his children, as sentencing nears for Stephen Dale.
Credit Card Mistake Costs Thousands in Interest
A finance expert reveals that failing to pay credit card balance in full each month can cost households thousands in unnecessary interest, affecting over 65% of Brits.
Pensioner Jailed for £4.7m Loan Shark Scheme
A 66-year-old pensioner was jailed for 12 months after running an illegal money lending scheme, lending over £4.7 million and expecting £6.5 million in return, exploiting vulnerable borrowers.
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Crocodile Enclosure Boy Faces More Surgeries
A three-year-old boy allegedly thrown into a crocodile enclosure at a UK zoo faces nerve reconstruction surgery after five operations, with an uncertain rehabilitation journey ahead.
Toddler Found Alive in Morgue After Drowning
An 18-month-old boy was discovered alive in a hospital morgue five hours after being declared dead from a pool drowning in Arizona, leading to a felony child abuse charge against his parents.
£200 Tax Charges for State Pensioners Born 1946-1960
HMRC confirms £200 tax charges for state pensioners born between 28 September 1946 and 27 June 1960, with clawback for those earning over £35,000.
Asylum Seeker Housing Plan in Shropshire Halted After Backlash
Government halts plans to house 83 asylum seekers in Stoke Heath's 'Migrant Street' after local fury, with a review of the scheme announced.
Olton children's home plan refused as unlawful
Solihull planners have refused a certificate of lawfulness for a seven-bed house in Olton to become a children's home, ruling the change of use requires full planning permission.
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Solihull drug smuggler says 'I have my solicitor ready' after importing huge haul from Dubai
Nathan Corfield, 21, pleaded guilty to importing 32kg of cannabis from Dubai on Christmas Eve 2024. His case was sent to Birmingham Crown Court for sentencing on July 21.
Tree surgeon banned for drug driving after cannabis mistake
A Worcestershire tree surgeon has been banned from driving for a year after pleading guilty to drug driving at Birmingham Magistrates' Court, claiming he mistook cannabis for a cigarette.
DVLA to Cancel Licences for Failing New Roadside Tests
DVLA will revoke driving licences if motorists fail new random roadside tests, including eyesight checks, as part of a government road safety crackdown.
Birmingham Criminals Jailed in June 2026: Full List
June 2026 saw historic sex abusers jailed, teacher parents convicted of manslaughter, and a killer driver who fell asleep in a taxi. Full round-up of 19 cases.
Worcester grandparents face £1k bill for planting flowers
Hilary Garner, 82, and Christopher Garner, 84, spent over £700 planting flowers on a verge in Hallow, Worcester. They now face a £953.40 bill to remove them after a complaint. The couple say it 'feels like a witch-hunt'.
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Teen Jailed for Murdering Mum While Inhaling Nitrous Oxide
Kian Bateman, 19, was sentenced to life with a minimum of 17 years for murdering Shelley Davies by running her over outside a Cardiff social club while inhaling nitrous oxide balloons.
Walsall Man Held Over Staffordshire Stabbing
A Walsall man has been arrested after a woman was stabbed at a house in Staffordshire. Police launched an investigation and the suspect remains in custody.
Watchdog Probes Death of Handcuffed Man in Stoke
The IOPC is investigating the death of a 31-year-old man who was handcuffed and placed in leg restraints by police in Stoke-on-Trent. Seven officers attended the scene.
Birmingham Restaurant Shut Over Cockroach Infestation
A Birmingham restaurant was immediately closed after inspectors discovered a severe cockroach infestation, with droppings and dead insects found throughout the kitchen, posing an imminent health risk.
Walsall hotel tour confirms 'not full of migrants'
Reform UK councillor Stuart Chapman MBE toured Barons Court Hotel after social media rumours it housed asylum seekers, confirming it's 'just full of normal people' with no cause for concern.
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Teen Charged in Birmingham Shooting of 16-Year-Old
A 17-year-old boy has been charged with attempted murder and firearms offenses after a 16-year-old was shot in Birmingham, leaving him in critical condition.
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