Crying killer jailed for fatal attack on friend
Andrew Behan sentenced to six years for manslaughter after brutal attack on Francis Leitner in Aston. Read the full court details and judge's remarks.
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Autumn Budget: Alcohol duty rises with inflation
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces alcohol duty will rise with inflation in the Autumn Budget, increasing costs for pub-goers and supermarket shoppers. Learn the full impact.
Budget 2025: Alcohol Duty Rise to Increase Pint Prices
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms alcohol duty will rise with inflation, making your pub pint more expensive. Discover the impact on pubs and industry reaction.
Budget: Alcohol, tobacco and vape taxes rise
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces inflation-linked alcohol duty rises, above-inflation tobacco hikes, and a new vape tax. Find out how the Autumn Budget affects you.
Wetherspoons boss warns of alcohol duty hike threat
Sir Tim Martin warns Rachel Reeves' Budget could hike alcohol duty by 4.5%, threatening UK pubs with price increases. Read the full analysis.
Woman dies in Harborne hit-and-run, man arrested
A woman in her 70s has died after a hit-and-run on Wentworth Road in Harborne. A 39-year-old man has been arrested. Join BirminghamLive for breaking news.
Birmingham's Dudley Road Cycle Route Advances
Birmingham City Council launches public consultation for a permanent cycle route from the city centre to A457 Dudley Road. Have your say on the updated designs.
Drink-Drive Limit Could Be Cut Across UK
Road safety experts demand UK drink-drive limit be slashed from 80mg to 50mg. Could your pint put you over the legal limit? Discover the potential impact.
Widow's plea after phone driver kills husband
A heartbroken widow calls for lifetime driving bans after her husband was killed by a driver using her phone. Discover the campaign for road safety reform in Birmingham.
Teacher fined for giving pupil alcohol and card
Science teacher Richard Pugh fined after giving a pupil a Christmas card signed with a kiss and a Malibu cocktail. The 41-year-old is now jobless and subject to a restraining order.
New Wolverhampton shop granted alcohol licence
Mesha Essentials in Rooker Avenue wins alcohol licence approval despite resident concerns about anti-social behaviour. Council dismisses objections as 'speculative'.
10 demands to halt Birmingham's road death crisis
Road safety campaigners issue 10 urgent demands to Birmingham politicians after a spike in crash deaths and injuries. Discover the blueprint for safer streets.
Bearwood off-licence plan prompts safety complaints
Residents protest a new late-night off-licence in Bearwood, Smethwick, citing health and safety risks from antisocial behaviour. A council decision is due on November 25.
Deadly Hangover Symptoms Need Urgent Medical Care
Government warns Brits about methanol poisoning symptoms that mimic hangovers. Learn the distinctive signs and when to seek immediate medical attention.
UK drivers face £875 Spain fines over new drink drive law
UK tourists driving in Spain face new £875 fines and criminal charges under proposed 0.2g/l alcohol limits. Experts warn even one drink could put you over. Learn the risks.
Christmas Drink-Drive Warning as Limit to be Cut
Motorists are warned as the drink-drive limit in England and Wales is set to be lowered, mirroring Scotland's stricter rules. Experts urge zero alcohol if driving.
Woman hunted after Morrisons knifepoint robbery
Police are hunting a woman after staff at a Walsall Morrisons were threatened with a knife during an alcohol theft. Can you help identify her? Call 101.
Foster's Lager Alcohol Content Reduced from 2026
Heineken UK confirms Foster's lager ABV will be reduced in 2026. Learn about the recipe change and the industry's call for an alcohol duty freeze.
West Midlands Railway Walk: Perfect Gentle Autumn Stroll
Discover the South Staffordshire Railway Walk, a flat 5.5-mile route with rich history and lovely views. Ideal for walkers, cyclists, and wheelchair users. Plan your visit today!
Foster's Lager ABV reduced from February 2026
Heineken UK is lowering the alcohol content of Foster's lager from February 2026, citing duty reductions and health trends. Learn how this impacts taste and pricing.
£800-per-metre Midlands Cycle Route Plan
Warwickshire councillors are urged to approve £322,710 for a 400-metre active travel upgrade on the Lias Line, costing over £800 per metre. Discover the project's benefits.
MAFS UK 2025: Leisha and Reiss Relationship Status
Discover the fate of MAFS UK 2025 couple Leisha and Reiss after their dramatic Final Vows. Did the intruder couple survive the experiment? Find out now!
Reeves urged to scrap crippling alcohol tax hike
Wine and Spirit Trade Association calls on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to freeze alcohol duty as 4.5% hike could add £1 to bottle prices, fuelling inflation and hurting hospitality.
Cyclist seriously hurt in A49 crash near Wellington
A man in his 30s suffered serious injuries after colliding with a VW Golf on the A49 near Wellington. Police appeal for dashcam footage from November 10 incident.
9% of Brits switch to EVs or cycling as rules backfire
Labour's 2030 petrol car ban faces resistance as 91% of drivers refuse electric vehicles or cycling. Discover the barriers preventing widespread adoption in the UK.
£22.5m Birmingham A38 Cycle Route Approved
Birmingham City Council approves a major £22.5m cycle route extension from Selly Oak to Longbridge, aiming to create a safer, connected corridor for cyclists and cut car dependency.
M&S's £35 Cardigan Sells Out - Autumn's Must-Have
M&S's latest fashion sensation has taken the UK by storm as their classic cardigan sells out nationwide within hours, becoming this season's unexpected style staple.
Homebuilder supports childhood cancer charity in Crewe
Leading Cheshire homebuilder Barratt Developments provides vital backing to local charity Hopes and Beams, supporting families affected by childhood cancer across Crewe and surrounding communities.
Interim Boss to Lead West Midlands Transport Transformation
Exclusive: Transport for West Midlands appoints interim managing director to spearhead massive transport overhaul including bus reform, cycling infrastructure and rail improvements across the region.
Birmingham father killed in hit-and-run - family tribute
The heartbroken family of Dean Jones, a 42-year-old father from Birmingham, pay emotional tribute after his life was tragically cut short in a suspected hit-and-run incident in Northfield.
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