London Councils Demand E-Bike Safety Crackdown
London boroughs urge government action against unsafe e-bikes and batteries sold online. New powers and fines sought to protect public safety in the capital.
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Boots' Free NYX Setting Spray Deal for Christmas
Boots is giving away a free NYX The Face Glue setting spray worth £8.99 when shoppers spend £14 on selected NYX products online. Discover how to claim this festive beauty offer.
£150k Fake Goods Seized in Bescot Market Raid
Walsall Council seized counterfeit Apple AirPods and other goods worth £150,000 from three stalls at Bescot Market. The operation highlights the ongoing fight against dangerous fake products.
Hit-and-run kills man, injures woman in Birmingham
A man has died and a woman is in hospital after a hit-and-run on Soho Road, Handsworth. Police are hunting the driver of a Vauxhall Corsa. Call 101 with information.
UK Food Alert: Allergy Risk in Viral Chocolate Bars
The Food Standards Agency warns consumers with allergies to avoid popular Dubai-style chocolate products due to undeclared peanut and sesame. Stay safe this Christmas.
Major UK Supermarkets Issue Product Recalls Over Safety
Asda, Sainsbury's and Marks & Spencer have recalled several homeware items due to fire and injury risks. Find out which products are affected and how to get a refund.
Disaronno Recalled Over Glass Contamination Risk
Disaronno Originale liqueur is urgently recalled due to potential glass fragments in specific 700ml bottles. Check batch codes and return product. Safety alert issued by the FSA.
Tesco and Lidl recall crisps over undeclared allergens
Tesco and Lidl have issued an urgent product recall for specific Calbee crisps due to undeclared mustard and celery allergens. Customers are urged to dispose of the items or return for a full refund.
Police Standards Probe into Small Heath Arrest Footage
West Midlands Police refers an incident to its standards department after video shows a handcuffed man being propelled into a police car in Small Heath.
35,000 drivers lose licences over eyesight concerns
Thousands of older motorists have had driving licences revoked or refused by the DVLA due to eyesight standards. Discover the data and potential new laws.
Birmingham women reveal 'least safe' areas in new survey
A new survey reveals the Birmingham streets women actively avoid after reporting catcalling, assault, and being followed. Calls grow for urgent safety improvements.
UK raids 2,700 shops in illegal vape and phone crackdown
A major UK-wide operation has raided over 2,700 premises, seizing millions in illegal goods and making 924 arrests. Discover the details of the crackdown on unsafe and counterfeit products.
Calbee Crisps Recalled Over Undeclared Mustard, Celery
The FSA has issued an urgent 'Do Not Eat' warning for two Calbee crisp flavours due to undeclared mustard and celery allergens. Check your cupboards now.
Food Safety Alert: Popular Crisps Recalled Over Allergen Risk
Calbee Group UK recalls Hot & Spicy and Pizza Chips due to undeclared mustard and celery. Check your packets now and return for a full refund if affected.
SmilePro Teeth Whitening: Real Customer Reviews Revealed
Discover why over 500,000 people have tried the SmilePro at-home teeth whitening kit. Real users report fast results and no sensitivity. Shop now from £49.
Electric blanket warning after 37% fail safety tests
UK households urged to check electric blankets after Oxfordshire safety tests reveal over a third are dangerous. Learn how to stay safe this winter.
Birmingham Clash Over Public Safety Emergency Call
Conservative councillors demand a public safety emergency in Birmingham after stabbings, but Labour says crime is falling and action is already a top priority. Read the full debate.
Major brands' adverts banned over misleading green claims
The UK's advertising watchdog has banned adverts from Nike, Superdry and Lacoste for making misleading environmental claims. Read the full details of the rulings.
Aldi Urgent Recall: Christmas Chocolate Gonks Allergy Alert
Aldi urgently recalls Dairyfine Salted Caramel Filled Gonks due to undeclared peanuts. Check batch code 4061463276865. Return product for full refund.
HMRC's mandatory tax adviser register starts May 2026
HMRC will launch a mandatory register for all tax advisers in May 2026. Learn about the new rules, penalties, and the £36m investment to modernise services.
Kepak trial: Worker lost arm in machine at meat plant
A 22-year-old man had his arm amputated after it became trapped in a machine at a Kepak meat plant in Merthyr Tydfil. The company is on trial for alleged health and safety failures. Read the full court report.
Shop forced to close after illegal vapes and cigarettes raid
Euro Mini Market in Lichfield closed for three months after authorities seized suitcases of illegal tobacco and vapes. Report illegal sales via the Trading Standards hotline.
Man, 18, dies after leaving ambulance on M5
An 18-year-old man has died after being struck by a car on the M5. The incident occurred after he exited an ambulance on the northbound carriageway. Read the full report.
Asda Breaks Pricing Law, Apologises to Shoppers
Asda has apologised after failing to display mandatory unit prices on items like Weetabix and dishwasher tablets, breaking UK consumer law. Discover which products were affected.
Aldi recalls Christmas snack over peanut allergy risk
Aldi issues 'do not eat' alert for Dairyfine Salted Caramel Filled Gonks due to undeclared peanuts. Customers urged to return product for a full refund.
Birmingham office segregates staff by gender
A Birmingham office worker claims men and women have been separated at work, with one female employee allegedly sacked after complaining. Is this legal in the UK?
Black Friday 2025: Huge Home Office Savings
Black Friday 2025 offers massive discounts on home office gear. Save on standing desks, Nespresso machines, ergonomic chairs, and heaters from Amazon, Argos, and more. Upgrade your workspace today!
Asda recalls unsafe party snack from shelves
Asda urgently pulls its 10 Mini Duck Spring Rolls due to an incorrect use-by date. Customers warned not to eat and to return product for a full refund.
River Island Handbag Recall Over Lead Safety Fears
River Island urgently recalls Pink Floral Heat Seal Droplet Bucket handbags sold since 18 June 2025 due to elevated lead levels in handles. Customers advised to stop use immediately and return for full refund.
New UK Taxi Licence Rules: National Standards Set
The UK government announces new national minimum standards for taxi and private hire vehicle licensing to strengthen passenger safety. Learn how this crackdown affects you.
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