Over 37,000 drivers have had their driving licences revoked after failing to meet eyesight standards, as the DVLA prepares to enforce tougher rules. Data obtained through a Freedom of Information request by Marshall Motor …
A Birmingham man has pleaded guilty to possessing a samurai sword at his home in Handsworth. The weapon was discovered by police officers during an investigation related to an unrelated incident. Authorities confirmed that …
Drivers on West Midlands motorways can be fined even when driving below the usual 70mph speed limit. Although 70mph is the national motorway limit, smart motorways frequently impose temporary lower speed limits that motorists …
In the heart of Walsall town centre, residents and local councillors are raising urgent concerns over a surge in antisocial behaviour. Street drinking, frequent fights, and the disruptive use of electric motorbikes have made …
A courageous mother-of-three, Hannah Foster, 36, narrowly escaped disaster when a tumble dryer in her Derbyshire home burst into flames, putting her family in grave danger. The blaze erupted shortly after midnight on Friday, …
Dudley Council is set to launch a new initiative enlisting ‘community champions’ to help report antisocial behaviour (ASB) as part of a broader crime reduction strategy. This measure is detailed in the council’s recently …
With Easter weekend upon us, Animal Friends Pet Insurance is urging dog owners to be extra vigilant as the season’s indulgences—chocolate treats, bustling households, and festive egg hunts—raise the risk of accidental …
Derby City Council is intensifying its efforts to curb traffic violations by expanding its moving traffic enforcement program to three additional locations across the city. After 18 months of community consultation, new …
A recent report by National Highways has identified a junction in the Midlands as the region’s most dangerous, experiencing crashes on a weekly basis. This alarming statistic highlights ongoing safety concerns and the urgent …
Stellantis has announced a voluntary recall of 44,000 vehicles across the UK amid concerns over a potential engine fire risk. The recall affects ten popular models from brands including Peugeot, Citroën, DS Automobiles, …
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has revised its travel advice for twelve countries in light of ongoing conflict and heightened security risks across the Middle East and beyond. With regional tensions …
Residents in Shirley are grappling with deteriorating roads that have been described as “nightmare” and “horrific” conditions, prompting safety concerns and calls for urgent repairs. The spotlight on Shirley’s roads …
As Birmingham gears up for its pivotal local elections on May 7, alarming reports of masked gangs loitering near polling stations, death threats, slashed tyres, and ongoing police investigations have brought voter and …
Kevin Smith and his family are trapped in a living nightmare in their home on Lyttelton Road, Stourbridge. The house is riddled with damp, pervasive mould, unsafe electrical wiring, structural damage, and even invasive …
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice for British tourists visiting Spain, Italy, and Portugal, following recent changes to guidance concerning Croatia. This update includes …