Drug dealer jailed after pleading for lottery cash back
Sam Cox, 27, sentenced to 31 months for drug dealing. Police seized cocaine, cannabis and £4,599 cash during raid on his grandmother's Ashby home. Read the full story.
Sam Cox, 27, sentenced to 31 months for drug dealing. Police seized cocaine, cannabis and £4,599 cash during raid on his grandmother's Ashby home. Read the full story.
A Birmingham lottery player has missed out on a £1 million fortune after failing to claim their winning ticket within the 180-day deadline. The money will now support local good causes.
The UK government has announced a ban on reselling event tickets for more than their original price. Discover how this new law protects fans from scalpers.
HMRC urges 18-23 year olds to claim unclaimed Child Trust Funds averaging £2,200. Search 'find my Child Trust Fund' on GOV.UK today.
New UK laws make it illegal to resell event tickets above face value. The crackdown on industrial-scale touting could save fans £112m annually. Find out how this affects you.
Two sisters living next door in Rubery, Worcestershire, have won a combined £250,000 on the Postcode Lottery alongside nine neighbours. The life-changing money will fund home adaptations and dream holidays.
Wimbledon's debenture tickets will be exempt from a proposed UK ban on reselling tickets above face value. The All England Club warns the ban would dent crucial investment.
The UK government plans to ban live event ticket resales above face value in a major crackdown on touts and secondary platforms. Discover how this protects consumers.
HMRC urges 758,000 young adults to claim forgotten Child Trust Funds averaging £2,242. Search 'find my Child Trust Fund' on GOV.UK to access your money now.
Millions in National Lottery prizes go unclaimed annually. Check forgotten tickets - you could be sitting on life-changing money with deadlines approaching.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to change how rail fares are calculated, switching from RPI to CPI. This could mean smaller increases for passengers. Find out how this affects you.
A mystery Birmingham lottery player has until 20 November to claim a £1 million prize. Check your old tickets now before the life-changing sum is lost forever.
Households can access £750 in unclaimed support. Lightning Reach portal helps people claim billions in grants and benefits quickly. Check your eligibility now.
Dua Lipa, Coldplay, and 36 other artists call on PM Keir Starmer to honour Labour's manifesto pledge and implement a hard cap on extortionate secondary ticket prices. Join the conversation.
Soul legend Beverley Knight surprises Wolverhampton with a £244,452 National Lottery grant for a Windrush music heritage project. Discover how this funding preserves Caribbean cultural legacy.
A new community exhibition showcasing artworks inspired by childhood in Sparkhill is now on display at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. Free entry until 6 Jan 2026.
A Birmingham resident's fight against what he called a 'stupid' parking ticket escalated dramatically when he faced potential imprisonment after court officials mistook his case for a more serious offence.
Discover how dedicated NHS worker and Villa supporter Adam Smith makes an extraordinary 140-mile daily round trip from Northampton to Birmingham, balancing his passion for football with his healthcare career.
Chorley FC celebrates consecutive £1,000 prize victories in the National Lottery's 'Your Regional Acca' competition, marking an extraordinary sporting achievement for the community club.
A leading lottery specialist shares crucial insights about common ticket-buying mistakes and reveals how a simple change in strategy could significantly improve your odds of becoming a millionaire.
A groundbreaking heritage project preserving the stories of armed forces veterans in Wales receives significant National Lottery Community Fund support, ensuring their experiences are remembered for generations.
Thousands of UK households could be owed an average £689 tax refund from HMRC. Discover if you're eligible for this straightforward payment and how to claim before the deadline.
Exclusive investigation reveals millions in unclaimed council tax support as families struggle with soaring living costs. Find out if you're eligible for this crucial financial help.
Get ready for the most magical weekend of the year! Capital FM has announced the return of the Jingle Bell Ball for 2025 with spectacular dates, iconic venue and an incredible line-up of chart-topping artists.
Get ready for London's most magical Christmas concert! Discover everything you need to know about Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2024 - from star-studded line-ups to ticket secrets and venue details.
Passengers across Britain are fighting back against confusing ticket machine pricing that's costing travellers millions. Discover how commuters are challenging unfair fares and what it means for your wallet.
Shocking new figures reveal over £60 million in National Lottery prizes went unclaimed last year. Discover if you're sitting on a forgotten fortune and learn the crucial steps to claim your winnings before time runs out.
Get ready for body slams and high-flying drama as WWE SmackDown electrifies Birmingham's Utilita Arena. Discover essential timings, venue information, and what makes this event a must-see for wrestling fans across the UK.
New Ofgem data reveals thousands of UK households are missing out on energy credit refunds when switching suppliers. Discover how to claim what's rightfully yours.
A violent passenger choked a CrossCountry train ticket inspector at Birmingham New Street station after being caught without a valid ticket. The attacker has been jailed for 16 months.