Police Continue Search for Ellen Sweeney, Fugitive Mum-of-12 Linked to Birmingham’s Notorious 'Worst Fight Ever' Tuesday, February 3, 2026 fugitive police birmingham violentdisorder arrest escape sentencing investigation westmidlands search Ellen Sweeney, a mother of twelve, remains a fugitive as West Midlands Police persist in their search for her following a violent altercation in Birmingham’s Gay Village in July 2023. The incident, widely described as one of … Read More
'Most dangerous' bus service in West Midlands revealed with highest crime rate Monday, February 2, 2026 westmidlands buscrime number74 violence theft publictransport safety westbromwich birmingham dudley sport A popular West Midlands bus route has been identified as the most dangerous in the region, recording the highest number of criminal offences on board. The notorious Number 74 service, which runs between Birmingham and Dudley … Read More
Full List of West Midlands Schools Offering Free Breakfast as 84 New Clubs Launch Sunday, February 1, 2026 westmidlands breakfastclubs freemeals education dfe schoolprograms childwellbeing attendance government parentsupport Thousands of children across Birmingham and the wider West Midlands region will soon enjoy free breakfasts at school, thanks to the launch of 84 new breakfast clubs. According to the Department for Education (DfE), around … Read More
21 English Counties Prepare for Snowfall as West Midlands Faces Winter Verdict Sunday, February 1, 2026 snowfall england midlands westmidlands winter weather forecast metoffice february cold Weather forecasts indicate that up to 21 counties across England may experience snow on Friday, February 6. A widespread snow cover extending roughly 245 miles is predicted to affect various regions, with particular attention … Read More
Midlands Drivers Fined for Speeding Under 30mph in 20mph Zones Sunday, February 1, 2026 midlands speeding 20mph zones fines drivers westmidlands safety enforcement residential Drivers across the West Midlands have been surprised to find speeding fines in the post despite travelling at speeds under 30mph. Many were caught exceeding the 20mph limits set in certain zones, particularly residential … Read More
Midlands Towns Where Your Postcode Influences Life Expectancy Sunday, February 1, 2026 lifespan westmidlands bromsgrove sandwell wolverhampton ons postcode health longevity statistics New data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) highlights significant differences in average life expectancy across towns in the West Midlands. The analysis shows that where you live can have a major impact on how … Read More