NI drivers face total mobile phone ban under new law
Northern Ireland plans to outlaw all hand-held mobile phone use while driving, the first major legal update since 2004. The move targets dangerous behaviours like taking photos or scrolling.
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Three arrested after gunshots fired in Sparkhill
Police swarm Stratford Road in Sparkhill after gunfire. One man injured by shrapnel, three arrested for suspected drug dealing. Get the latest details.
Birmingham shooting: Man injured, three arrested in Sparkhill
Armed police rushed to Stratford Road in Sparkhill after gunshots were fired. One man was injured by shrapnel, and three men were arrested on suspicion of drug dealing.
Healthy foods that interfere with medication
Pharmacists warn that common foods like grapefruit and leafy greens can weaken drugs or increase side effects. Learn how to make your treatment safer and more effective.
County lines courier had 'one last line' before arrest
Jason Revill, 28, was caught with drugs worth £50,000 in Norwich. He asked officers for 'one last line' before being detained. Read the full court report.
Homeless Birmingham dad yearns for daughter he hasn't seen
A Birmingham father sleeping rough in the city centre opens up about his battle with addiction and his desperate longing to see his daughter again. Read his story and the latest homelessness data.
Cocaine gang leader jailed for 17 years after courier link
William Free, ringleader of a major South West drugs network, has had his sentence increased to 17 years. His gang was uncovered due to his link to a Birmingham courier, Anthony Cunningham. Read the full investigation details.
Birmingham's Coronation Food Hub to Deliver 7 Million Meals
A new hub in Birmingham, funded by a £2m donation, aims to tackle child poverty and food waste by delivering millions of meals and providing skills training. It's a key part of King Charles's national vision.
Redditch drug gang shooting: Three sentenced
Three individuals have been sentenced for their roles in a Redditch drug gang shooting where a bullet struck a child's car seat. Discover the full court outcome and police response.
Man arrested in Aldridge after police raid uncovers cannabis
West Midlands Police arrested a 29-year-old man on suspicion of drug dealing after a raid in Aldridge uncovered a large quantity of cannabis, vapes, and cash. Read the full details.
Police seize £1.5m monkey dust from van in Longton
Staffordshire Police seize 25kg of synthetic drug monkey dust worth £1.5m from a van in Longton. Major organised crime unit makes significant bust as part of Operation Rivent.
Weapons and cash seized in Tamworth drug raid
A 23-year-old man arrested after police find a machete, BB gun and over £7,000 in a Tamworth home. Investigation into cocaine supply continues.
JLR Cyber Attack Fallout Puts Small Suppliers at Risk
A manufacturing boss warns small firms in Jaguar Land Rover's supply chain could close due to ongoing cashflow issues from a 2025 cyber attack. Read the full analysis and advice for affected businesses.
Birmingham family jailed for drugs and firearm offences
Three members of the same Birmingham family are behind bars after police seized a loaded shotgun and drugs worth over £12,000. Read the full story of the investigation and sentencing.
Smoking Ban Exception Planned for Supervised Crack Use
Scottish officials are weighing a historic change to the 2005 smoking ban to allow supervised crack cocaine smoking in Glasgow and Edinburgh facilities. Read the full story.
Supermarkets Turn to European Turkeys for Christmas
Major UK supermarkets Asda, Lidl and Morrisons are stocking imported turkeys from Europe due to avian flu hitting British supply. Discover the impact on festive meals and British farming.
Toolstream in administration, 111 jobs axed
Major UK DIY distributor Toolstream has collapsed into administration, blaming post-COVID supply issues. 111 jobs have been cut as administrators seek buyers. Read the full story.
Historic Monarchs Feature on Festive Chocolate Coins
Chocolatier crafts giant edible coins of Henry VIII and Queen Victoria to celebrate a new banking hub in Essex. Discover the sweet link between cash, history, and Christmas tradition.
£20k cocaine haul found after Tamworth car stop
Staffordshire Police uncover £20,000 of cocaine and nitrous oxide after stopping a car in Tamworth. Two men arrested for drug and driving offences. Read the full story.
Man arrested after police seize £20k drugs in Redditch raid
A man in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of drug dealing after police found cocaine and heroin worth £20,000 during a raid on Prospect Road North. Report crime anonymously.
Two jailed after police chase recovers gun and drugs
Two men sentenced after a dangerous police pursuit in West Bromwich ends with the recovery of a revolver, ammunition, and Class A drugs. Read the full details of the reckless chase.
Pair sentenced after £100k drugs seized in Ludlow home
A man and woman have been sentenced after police found heroin, cocaine, and cash in a Ludlow property. The raid followed community tip-offs about drug supply.
Asda removes 4,000+ products in simplification plan
Asda has scrapped north of 4,000 product lines as part of a drive to simplify its shelves and supply chain. The supermarket aims to cut 5,000-6,000 SKUs in total. Read the full story.
NHS Grapefruit Warning for Prescription Users
The NHS warns millions to avoid grapefruit with common drugs like statins and blood pressure pills. Mixing them can cause dangerous side effects. Check your medication now.
Drug dealer jailed after fleeing police in Tamworth
Dennis Lycett, 39, is behind bars for supplying heroin and crack cocaine in Tamworth. Police seized drugs and cash after a chase in Amington.
New Essex hub tackles unemployment for young adults with learning difficulties
A new enterprise hub in Essex, Hope Park, is creating vital career pathways for young adults with learning difficulties, challenging the shocking 95% unemployment rate. Discover how this project is changing lives.
Seven men jailed for 48 years in Staffordshire drugs bust
A gang of seven men have been sentenced to a combined 48 years for supplying vast quantities of cocaine and heroin across Staffordshire. Read the full details of the police operation.
Virgin Media O2 opens new Manchester city centre office
Virgin Media O2 has moved 1,100 staff to a new 'marquee' Manchester HQ. The telecoms giant says the city centre location boosts recruitment and hybrid working is here to stay. Read more.
Morrisons postpones net zero target to 2050
Morrisons becomes the first UK supermarket to delay its net zero goal by 15 years, now aiming for 2050. The new target includes its entire supply chain.
Drug dealer jailed for four years after police seizure
Xhevahir Ademaj will spend Christmas behind bars after a police operation uncovered a drug supply network in Birmingham. Read the full story of the investigation and sentencing.
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