Tesco uses fake boxes to deter alcohol thieves
Tesco has replaced real bottles of Malibu and Bombay Sapphire with empty cardboard boxes on shelves to combat shoplifting. Customers must now ask staff to retrieve items from secure storage.
Tesco has replaced real bottles of Malibu and Bombay Sapphire with empty cardboard boxes on shelves to combat shoplifting. Customers must now ask staff to retrieve items from secure storage.
Birmingham City Council confirms new parking charges at Sutton Park, Lickey Hills, and Sheldon Country Park from 2026. Find out the costs and the political backlash.
A look back at the heartbreaking deaths that rocked the Sutton Coldfield community in 2025, from accidents to unsolved mysteries. Our thoughts are with the families.
Emma Durrell, 40, faces charges after a parcel was taken from a West Park home and alleged shop thefts in Tettenhall and Oxley. She was due in court on December 29.
Birmingham City Council is pushing ahead with parking charges at Sutton Park and Lickey Hills. Critics call it a 'tax on health' amid fears over access and congestion. Read the full story.
Birmingham City Council confirms new parking fees for three major parks from 2026, sparking political backlash. Find out the costs and the opposition's pledge.
Birmingham City Council plans new parking fees at three major parks in 2026 to raise funds, sparking fierce opposition from residents and political parties. Find out the details and what it means for visitors.
Discover the life and career of Sarah Hadland, the actress famed for Stevie in Miranda. We reveal her age, family life, Strictly journey, and full TV credits.
A comprehensive look at the major retail and dining openings and closures that reshaped Sutton Coldfield in 2025, plus key developments expected in 2026. Stay informed on the town's evolving high street.
Folklore café at Sutton Coldfield station faced shutdown in 2025 over its rescue cat, Betty. Owner Alex Light found an ingenious solution to keep both his business and the feline resident. Discover this unique community hub.
Celtic legend Chris Sutton says he'd welcome a shock return for Kyogo Furuhashi, who has struggled since leaving Glasgow for Birmingham City. Read his full verdict.
Bobby Male, a former skateboarding star in China, built a ramp for his 10-year-old son Ernie. He says the sport keeps kids active and out of trouble. Read their inspiring story.
A pair of brazen shoplifters were caught on CCTV singing 'Santa Baby' while stealing from a Worcestershire family shop. Owners Catherine and Patrick Badham were horrified by the festive theft.
Discover 16 beautiful winter walks near Birmingham, including Sutton Park, Cannock Chase & Lickey Hills. Perfect for festive family strolls. Plan your frosty adventure today!
A Christmas market trader known as The Curry Man had his van stolen from a council car park in Sutton Coldfield. The theft highlights urgent calls for improved CCTV coverage in the town centre.
Shocking footage shows a man allegedly stealing sandwiches, drinks and boxes of food from a Greggs in Coventry. Police and the bakery chain have been asked for comment.
Two men have been charged following a targeted police operation against shoplifting in Birmingham. Craig Ford, 50, and Liam Holder, 38, were arrested in Kingstanding and Tyburn.
Sainsbury's and other UK chains deploy Facewatch tech, raising privacy alarms. Campaigners warn of biometric data risks and false accusations. Read the full story.
The trial of three men charged over the death of Suzanne Cherry, who was hit by a van on a Sutton Coldfield golf course, will begin in January. Get the latest updates.
New data reveals a shoplifting epidemic with over 800 offences going unsolved daily in the UK. Staff face rising abuse as political parties clash over solutions. Read the full analysis.
Major UK retailers including Sainsbury's and B&M face criticism for using Facewatch, a facial recognition system branded 'dangerous' by privacy campaigners. Read the full story.
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after two full shopping trolleys were stolen from a shop in Coseley. Officers want to speak to a man and woman captured on CCTV.
Tesco and Sainsbury's are placing security tags on pigs in blankets and carrots as shoplifting soars ahead of Christmas. New data reveals a 13% national rise in offences.
Birmingham City Council approves plans to build 55 flats on the site of the former Rosie's nightclub in Sutton Coldfield, marking the end of an era for local nightlife and a new chapter for Lower Parade.
Police are hunting a man seen committing indecent acts twice near a children's soft play area in Sutton Coldfield. Canal boat resident Steve Bates reported the alarming incidents.
A new joint Cake Box and Ambala dessert shop has launched on Boldmere Road in Sutton Coldfield, offering free cakes and a visit from The Grinch to celebrate its official opening.
Ex-Aston Villa striker Chris Sutton forecasts a 1-1 draw for Wolves against Brentford. Read his full verdict and the latest on Rob Edwards's January transfer plans.
West Midlands Police's proactive team makes multiple arrests in Sutton Coldfield for burglary, robbery, and drug offences ahead of Christmas. Read the latest on the operation.
St Michael's Church in Boldmere wins planning permission for a new car park. The scheme, which involves sensitively relocating gravestones, aims to tackle severe local parking problems. Read the full details.
Local mortgage experts reveal the top neighbourhoods to live in Birmingham for 2026, from the cool streets of Digbeth to the leafy suburbs of Sutton Coldfield. Discover average house prices and key attractions.