Midlands Police Officer Charged with On-Duty Theft
A Warwickshire Police officer faces three theft charges for alleged offences while on duty. Pc Robert Davies will appear in court this week. Read the full details.
A Warwickshire Police officer faces three theft charges for alleged offences while on duty. Pc Robert Davies will appear in court this week. Read the full details.
Virgin Money is increasing the monthly fee for its Club M packaged current account by £1.50 to £14 from February 2026. Find out what the change means for your banking costs and included benefits.
Three 19-year-olds arrested in Bearwood after a police pursuit involving a helicopter. A large quantity of Class A drugs was seized. Read the full details.
British retirees in France will soon pay for healthcare as France closes a post-Brexit loophole. Changes expected next year. Get the latest details.
A former detective who stole cocaine from police stores has been ordered to repay £75,420. Andrew Talbot was jailed for 19 years in 2024. Read the full story of his downfall.
A major new police watchdog report heavily criticises West Midlands Police's Hillsborough disaster probe as 'inexplicably narrow'. Read the damning findings.
Armed officers arrested a man in Alum Rock after a Mercedes, stolen in a burglary, crashed into parked cars. Read the latest on this police operation.
Martin Lewis clarifies Ofgem's new low or no standing charge energy deals for 2025. Get the latest on daily charges and expert advice on whether to switch now or wait.
Police urgently seek public help to find Demi Leigh, 14, missing from Birmingham since 4:40pm on November 29. Call 999 with information, quoting log 3224-291125.
Sadiq Khan's plan to end the Cleaner Vehicle Discount could penalise early EV adopters, warns AA. Discover the impact on London's air quality goals.
Birmingham City Council confirms major road safety overhaul for 2026, including 30mph limits on 27 roads and new speed cameras. Drivers urged to prepare for changes.
Worcester councillors have condemned West Mercia's PCC office as a 'gravy train for failed Tory politicians' amid police cuts controversy. Discover the full story behind the abolition of the role in 2028.
A police watchdog has ruled an officer will not face misconduct action after Ayuub Abdi fell to his death in Birmingham when Tasered. Read the full investigation details.
Simon Levy, 40, appears at the Old Bailey accused of murdering two women and raping a third in London. The case continues in February 2026.
Paul Doyle, 54, pleaded guilty to all charges relating to the Liverpool FC victory parade crash that injured over 130 people. Read the full court details.
Grime artist Ghetts faces two additional dangerous driving charges following the alleged hit-and-run death of student Yubin Tamang in Ilford. Read the latest court developments.
Armed police arrested four people and recovered two zombie knives after a chase in Shirley Park, Solihull. Read the full story of the police operation.
West Kirby faces a crossroads as new parking charges threaten to drive shoppers away. With 50 business closures already, traders fear this could be the final straw for the high street.
West Midlands Police are urgently searching for Sara, 14, missing from Shard End. She was last seen in black pyjamas and a brown coat. Call 999 with info.
UK electric vehicle drivers could face new pay-per-mile charges as the government aims for a fair tax system. Find out what the Transport Secretary said.
UK drivers brace for vehicle-specific taxes as campaigners warn SUVs endanger pedestrians. Six in ten motorists support tripling parking charges for larger vehicles.
Drivers in Oxford now face paying over £10 to park for less than an hour due to a new £5 daily congestion charge. Discover how this impacts visitors and local businesses.
Rosie Slater, 32, has been charged with 11 counts of fraud over alleged fake Oasis ticket sales. She is due in court in December. Read the latest on this case and new ticket resale laws.
Discover everything you need to know about Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market 2025, from festive stalls and live music to opening times and travel tips. Plan your visit today!
Households face a surprise energy bill increase as Ofgem confirms a 0.2% price cap rise for January 2026, despite predictions of a fall. Discover what this means for your budget.
London Councils rake in over £9 million from traffic penalties as fines hit £160. AA president criticises 'money-making' schemes. Discover the full impact on drivers.
Kieran Hayler, ex-husband of Katie Price, will stand trial at Lewes Crown Court in December charged with rape and sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl. Read the latest court developments.
Katie Price's ex-husband Kieran Hayler appears at Crawley court, charged with rape and sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl. He denies all allegations. Full story and support information.
Anthony Williams, the suspect in the Huntingdon train stabbing, now faces seven new charges, including two counts of attempted murder in Peterborough. Learn the latest on this developing case.
Motorists could face £416 extra annual fuel costs as Labour considers ending fuel duty freeze in Autumn Budget. AA warns of 'postcode lottery' unfairness.