Thief banned from Greggs and Tesco after assaults
A Telford man has been jailed and given a Criminal Behaviour Order banning him from specific shops after a spree of thefts and assaults on staff. Read the full story.
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West Country flood defence to boost economy by £1.4bn
A major new £120m flood defence scheme in the West Country is predicted to boost the regional economy by £1.4bn and create thousands of new jobs. Discover how this infrastructure protects communities.
Sutton Coldfield shop thief banned and jailed
Prolific thief Anthony Jarvis jailed for nine months and banned from Sutton Coldfield shops with a Criminal Behaviour Order. West Midlands Police report 60% rise in shop theft arrests.
100 New Jobs in South West Defence Manufacturing
A Bristol defence tech firm and London manufacturer are creating 100 jobs across South West England. This joint venture boosts sovereign UK manufacturing of advanced sensing systems for national security.
£100k and drugs seized from car on M6 motorway
Officers recovered £100,000 and Class A drugs after stopping an erratic car on the M6. A woman was arrested and four pedestrians were reported to immigration. Read the full details.
Rolls-Royce shares hit all-time high on profit surge
Rolls-Royce forecasts 26% profit growth to £3.2bn, driven by aerospace recovery and defence contracts. Shares surpass 900p milestone. Discover the full story.
BAE Systems: US Shutdown May Delay Payments
Europe's top defence contractor, BAE Systems, warns the record US government shutdown could delay contract funding and payments. Read the latest on the potential impact.
Somerset helicopter factory future under threat
Leonardo warns its Yeovil helicopter plant, the UK's last of its kind, risks closure unless a £1bn Ministry of Defence contract is secured. Thousands of jobs at stake.
Birmingham man accused of £100k damage rampage
A Birmingham man faces crown court after allegedly destroying a high-performance BMW M4 and causing extensive damage during a dramatic city centre incident that left emergency services scrambling.
Man accused of £100k damage to Birmingham's Electric Cinema
A man stands accused of causing catastrophic damage to Birmingham's historic Electric Cinema in a destructive spree that left the city's oldest cinema facing repairs exceeding £100,000.
Man in court over £100k criminal damage across West Midlands
A Birmingham man faces multiple charges after allegedly causing extensive damage to vehicles and properties across the West Midlands, with estimated losses reaching six figures.
Filtronic wins £4.2M UK defence contract
Yorkshire-based tech firm Filtronic lands multimillion-pound defence contract to develop cutting-edge electronic warfare technology for enhanced national security.
Black Country defence boost creates hundreds of jobs
A landmark investment in the Black Country's defence industry is set to create hundreds of skilled jobs and position the region as a global leader in military technology and manufacturing.
80mph police chase through Birmingham ends in crash
A dangerous driver led police on a high-speed chase through Birmingham residential areas, reaching 80mph before crashing into a lamppost. Read the full story of the dramatic pursuit and sentencing.
Lawyer: Common items could mean prison
A leading criminal defence solicitor reveals how carrying common household items could result in serious weapons charges under UK law, even without criminal intent.
Millwall's Wallace sidelined with serious injury
Millwall face defensive headache as key player Murray Wallace suffers significant injury setback during intense Championship clash against Watford.
Midlands drug dealers' lavish jet-set lifestyles exposed
Criminals across the Midlands are living the high life with luxury holidays, designer clothes and private jet flights - all paid for by their illegal drug empires. Police reveal how organised crime groups are flaunting their wealth while communities suffe
Klarer Nails Birmingham City's Defensive Problem
New Birmingham City signing Christoph Klarer identifies the team's defensive issues and reveals his mission to transform the Blues' backline this season.
Just Stop Oil Activists Cleared in Birmingham Van Case
In a dramatic courtroom verdict, five Just Stop Oil protesters have been cleared of criminal damage charges after painting an energy company's van orange in a case that's raising questions about climate protest rights.
Birmingham burglar jailed for throwing faeces at police
A Birmingham burglar's crime spree ends with a 28-month sentence after she committed shocking offences including throwing human waste at police officers during her arrest.
Man in court after public spots stolen Mercedes
A vigilant member of the public helped police recover a stolen Mercedes after spotting the vehicle in Wolverhampton, leading to a suspect appearing in court.
Carmarthenshire Council wins Armed Forces Gold Award
Carmarthenshire Council has been recognised as one of Wales' top employers for its outstanding support of armed forces personnel, receiving the coveted Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
TT Electronics in £12.4m Legal Battle Over Contract Breach
Global tech manufacturer TT Electronics launches High Court claim against Welsh firm IAE for alleged breach of contract worth millions, threatening local jobs and supply chain operations.
Stalker jailed for 10,000 message harassment campaign
A persistent stalker from West Midlands has been sentenced to prison after bombarding a woman with thousands of messages, leaving her fearing for her safety in a case highlighting the serious consequences of digital harassment.
Birmingham drug dealer jailed again after failed lesson
A persistent Birmingham drug dealer is back behind bars after continuing his criminal operations just months after being released from prison, with police uncovering his new enterprise following a dramatic car chase through the city.
Fireworks hurled from car at pedestrians in shocking attack
Dramatic video captures dangerous fireworks attack on busy Midlands street as police launch urgent investigation into reckless endangerment.
Organised crime gangs target Midlands in vehicle theft epidemic
West Midlands Police reveal shocking details of highly organised criminal networks targeting luxury vehicles across the region, with keyless car theft becoming the weapon of choice for sophisticated gangs.
Notorious crime family head freed from prison
Dominic Noonan, the infamous leader of Birmingham's most feared crime family, has been released from prison after serving less than half of his 11-year sentence, sparking concerns among law enforcement and community leaders.
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