A hit and run in Bordesley Green left a biker hurt. Police search for the driver who fled after the crash. Road closures were then put in place. Police Seek Driver After Bordesley Green Hit and Run Injures Motorcyclist Police are looking for a driver involved in a crash. A motorcyclist got hurt in Birmingham.…
West Midlands residents face increased council tax to fund policing. Budget approval means higher costs, potentially fewer officers, and reliance on grants. West Midlands Taxpayers to Pay More for Less Policing, Says Critics West Midlands residents will pay more for policing, as the Police and Crime Panel approved the budget covering 2025/26 through 2029/30. Council…
Business leaders challenge Rachel Reeves claims. They highlight concerns about rising taxes, labor costs, and potential recession in UK. Rachel Reeves Slammed as Business Leaders Disagree on Fixing the Economy Business leaders disagreed with a claim. Rachel Reeves said she was fixing the economy. They said promises are easy to make. The Chancellor spoke after…
A man and woman are hospitalized after an unprovoked bottle attack outside Ye Olde Foundry in Dudley. Police seek public assistance in identifying the suspect. Ye Olde Foundry Bottle Attack: Man and Woman Hospitalized in Dudley A man and woman went to the hospital. Someone attacked them with a broken bottle at a pub. Police…
Mat MacDonald, UK’s new Road Safety Commissioner, aims to cut road fatalities in the West Midlands, motivated by personal experiences and road tragedies. West Midlands New Road Safety Commissioner Driven to Stop Road Loss and Anguish Britain has a new Road Safety Commissioner. Mat MacDonald wants safer roads in the West Midlands. Road tragedies motivated…
Chase Terrace Academy locked down after a former pupil refused to leave, prompting police intervention and reassurance letters to concerned parents. West Midlands School Lockdown After Sheffield Pupil Death Sparks Safety Fears A former pupil entered Chase Terrace Academy, a school in the West Midlands located on Bridge Cross Road in Burntwood, on Tuesday, February…
Chef Poppy O’Toole partners with Tesco to introduce fresh produce and slow cookers to UK schools, aiming to improve childrens diets and cooking skills. Celeb Chef Poppy O’Toole Helps Kids Cook Healthy Meals with Tesco Initiative Tesco continues helping kids eat healthy by bringing fruit and vegetables to schools, targeting the UK’s more deprived areas.…
A suspected drugs lab was found under railway arches in Aston, prompting a large police cordon and road closures in the area. Suspected Drugs Lab Discovered Under Railway Arches in Aston, Huge Cordon Set Birmingham: A suspected drugs lab was found under railway arches in Aston. West Midlands Police set up a large cordon around…
West Midlands Police have seized illegal Turkish guns, urging owners to surrender them. Police Seize Lethal Banned Turkish Guns in the West Midlands West Midlands: Police have seized banned Turkish guns in the area. They are urging owners of top-venting blank-firing handguns to turn them in at Coventry Central Police Station. These guns are designed…
Dudley Council reports a reduced gender pay gap, now at 4.6%, down from 7.9% last year, showing progress in pay equality. Gender Pay Gap Closing at Midlands Council Dudley: Councillors are happy to see the gender pay gap closing. A recent report shows the gap between men and women’s pay is now 4.6%. This is…
Three individuals from Walsall are charged with over 20 shoplifting offences, highlighting ongoing crime concerns in the area. Walsall Shoplifting Suspects Face Charges for Over 20 Theft Offences Walsall: Three people are in trouble for shoplifting. Two men and a woman face multiple charges. John Scully, 39, is charged with ten thefts. Verneasher Perry, 51,…
HS2 security staff in Birmingham are facing job losses as changes are made to night and weekend shifts, impacting hundreds of workers. Hundreds of HS2 Staff Face Redundancy Amid Security Changes in Birmingham Birmingham: Hundreds of HS2 security staff are at risk of losing their jobs. OCS, the facilities firm, informed them about the changes…
West Midlands councils plan to increase transport funding for free travel passes, addressing inflation and funding gaps. Midland Councils Set to Pay More for Free or Discount Travel Passes West Midlands: Councils are set to agree on a funding increase for transport. This will help support free or discounted travel passes. The West Midlands Combined…
Ofsted praises Montgomery Primary Academy and St Bartholomew’s CoE Primary for excellence in education and student development. What Ofsted Said About Two Outstanding Primary Schools in the Midlands West Midlands: Two primary schools have received top ratings from Ofsted. Montgomery Primary Academy and St Bartholomew’s CoE Primary are now rated ‘outstanding’ in all areas. This…
Two drivers in the West Midlands were caught speeding at 108mph by hidden cameras Reckless Drivers Caught at 108mph on Dual Carriageways by Hidden Cameras West Midlands: Two drivers were caught speeding at 108mph on dual carriageways. They thought they got away with it, but hidden speed cameras had other plans. These incidents happened last…
Shoplifting in the West Midlands surged by 32% in a year, alarming retailers and prompting calls for better protection for workers Dramatic Rise in Shoplifting in West Midlands Deeply Concerning for Retailers West Midlands: Police reported a big jump in shoplifting cases. The rise happened over the last year, ending in September 2024. This has…
Little Dessert Shop, founded by two friends, has become a favorite among stars like Molly-Mae and Bruno Fernandes Inside the Viral West Midlands Dessert Chain Loved by Celebrities Wolverhampton: A dessert shop chain is taking the UK by storm. Founded by friends Mu’azzam Ali and Zaeem Chohan, it started in 2015. They wanted a fun…
West Midlands receives over £385 million from the Government for key services and local control until March 2026 Bold Long-Term Decisions Promised as West Midlands Gains More Power West Midlands: Mayor Richard Parker announced bold decisions after receiving over £385 million. This funding comes from a new devolution deal with the Government. The West Midlands…
A charity reports thousands seek help monthly for energy bills as a new fund aims to improve home efficiency in the West Midlands Charity Aiding Thousands Facing Energy Bill Stress in West Midlands West Midlands: An energy charity is helping many people struggling with bills. Act On Energy receives thousands of calls each month for…
A Birmingham youth court ordered a mother to pay £111 after her son, 17, was caught with a knife, raising concerns about youth crime. Mum Ordered to Pay £111 After Son Caught with Knife in Birmingham Court Birmingham: A mum in West Midlands faced court after her son was caught with a knife. The 17-year-old…
