MP Raises Concerns Over 'Revolving Door' Between Betting Shops and Off-Licences on Birmingham High Street Sunday, January 18, 2026 mp northfield birmingham highstreet bettingshops offlicences alcohol antisocialbehavior gambling policy Laurence Turner, the Member of Parliament for Northfield, has voiced his worries about the impact of having betting shops and off-licences side by side on a bustling Birmingham high street. Speaking in Parliament, Mr. Turner … Read More
24/7 Casino Approved on High Street Despite Warnings of ‘Significant Harm’ Friday, November 21, 2025 casino gambling bearwood crime publichealth sandwell nightlife licenses antisocial community A high street casino in Bearwood has been granted permission to operate 24 hours a day, despite warnings from public health officials and West Midlands Police about the potential negative impact on the community. The Admiral … Read More
Alleged Blackmailer Explains Why Multiple People Transferred Thousands of Pounds to Him Monday, November 10, 2025 blackmail trial birmingham money transfers allegations sparkbrook gambling debt testimony A 26-year-old man accused of blackmailing three individuals out of thousands of pounds has told a Birmingham Crown Court jury why these people transferred large sums of money to his bank account. Twaha Kaana, from Sparkbrook, … Read More