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Fines for pavement parking in Bilston

Police in Bilston have issued fines to two drivers for blocking the pavement. A Fiat Doblo van and a Peugeot 207 were ticketed in Dale Street as part of a local crackdown.

Driver fined 34 times for blue badge misuse

Council officials discovered a serial blue badge offender fined 34 times in Kingston upon Thames. Discover how authorities are tackling disabled parking space misuse across the UK.

Driver hit with £108,000 fine for Ulez offences

A Kia Ceed owner has accumulated a staggering £108,000 in penalties for repeatedly violating London's Ulez and Congestion Charge rules. Discover the full story and the consequences of non-payment.

Solihull Council complaints hit three-year high

Solihull Council sees complaints soar to a three-year peak while making crucial decisions on parish mergers, historic building conversions, and the Mell Square redevelopment. Discover the full story.

Council tax bills to rise by 5% next year

Millions of UK households face a 5% council tax hike in 2026. Discover expert tips on how to legally reduce your bill and save money with discounts and payment plans.

Midlands Police Day of Action on Road Safety

West Midlands Police launch a major day of action targeting dangerous and uninsured drivers. The operation involves drones, police dogs, and multi-agency teams to improve road safety.

Cradley rejects parish council in £8k survey

Dudley taxpayers foot an £8,000 bill for a feasibility study, with over 80% of Cradley residents voting against a new parish council. Discover the political fallout.

Labour's new drug driving crackdown begins

The Labour government has launched its first major crackdown on drug driving in over 10 years. A new THINK! campaign targets young men via social media and police operations. #RoadSafety

Signage Glitch Stops Fines for Bus Stop Blocking

Birmingham council confirms a signage problem prevents traffic wardens from ticketing cars blocking a Northfield bus stop, forcing passengers into the road. Read the full story.

Solihull Council Tax Support Changes Proposed

Solihull Council proposes changes to its council tax support scheme, with 470 vulnerable claimants facing an average £6 weekly reduction. Have your say in the consultation.

Council Tax Support: Millions Could Be Overpaying

New figures reveal 3.7 million people receive Council Tax Reduction, but many more eligible households are missing out on vital savings. Age UK explains eligibility and how to claim.

DWP's new fraud powers exempt state pension

The DWP gains new powers to deduct money from accounts to combat benefit fraud, with state pensions protected. Learn how these changes affect you and when they begin.

Council Tax Reduction 2025: Are You Eligible?

Millions in England receive Council Tax Reduction, but many eligible households are missing out. Discover if you qualify and how to claim support worth hundreds of pounds.

71mph Motorway Rule: Majority Caught Speeding

New data reveals most motorway speeding offences occur between 70-79mph, debunking the '10% plus 2' leeway myth. Discover the risks and why a speed limit review is demanded.

£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.

Council Tax Explained: Where Your Money Goes

Discover exactly how your council tax is spent, from social care to bin collections, and understand the key reasons behind rising bills across UK local authorities.

New UK Speed Limit Rules Bring Hefty Fines

Major changes to UK speed limit enforcement mean drivers could face hefty fines for going just 1mph over the limit in certain areas. Discover how new average speed cameras and lower tolerance zones will affect your driving.

Birmingham Council Sells 1,000 Assets in Bankruptcy Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering scale of Birmingham City Council's asset disposal programme, with everything from community centres to office equipment being sold off to tackle the authority's financial crisis.

Police get extra powers at Villa Park for match

West Midlands Police implement 48-hour dispersal order around Aston Villa's stadium following concerning intelligence about potential disorder during crucial European match.

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