5 Safety Tips for Women's Nights Out in Birmingham
Feeling anxious about nights out in Birmingham? Discover five crucial safety measures, from drink covers to the 'Ask for Angela' scheme, to empower your evening.
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Birmingham's Ask for Angela Safety Scheme Success
Discover how Birmingham bars use the secret 'Ask for Angela' code to protect vulnerable patrons. Learn which venues participate and how it works to ensure nightlife safety.
More Police in Birmingham After Stabbings
West Midlands Police have increased high-visibility patrols in Birmingham city centre following two stabbing incidents. The enhanced security will continue around the clock.
CCTV appeal after Sandwell bus driver assault
Police release CCTV image after a bus driver was threatened, abused and spat at in Great Bridge. Incident occurred on September 13. Contact Sandwell Police with information.
Man threatens to stab in Sainsbury's toilets
A teenage girl was left petrified after a man screamed 'I'm going to stab you' in a Staffordshire Sainsbury's female toilet. Police are investigating. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Birmingham judge alarmed by gun prevalence after shooting
A judge has condemned the 'alarming prevalence' of firearms in Birmingham after a 20-year-old man was shot following a disturbance involving machetes. Read the full story.
20mph limit planned for Birmingham accident blackspot
Birmingham Council proposes 20mph limits and bus gates for Vauxhall and Duddeston after 58 crashes in three years. Public consultation now open.
Teen girl punched 126 times in brutal Dudley bus attack
A 17-year-old girl was violently punched 126 times in a horrific bus attack in Dudley, leaving her with serious facial injuries as passengers watched helplessly.
Heart attack survivor inspires Marsden defibrillator
After surviving a cardiac emergency, a Marsden resident's powerful story has driven the community to install a new public access defibrillator, creating a safer future for all residents.
Flashing suspect arrested after Erdington incidents
West Midlands Police have detained a man in his 30s after multiple reports of indecent exposure near Erdington High Street, bringing relief to local residents.
Direct Swindon-Birmingham trains return in December
Direct rail services between Swindon and Birmingham are set to resume this December, reconnecting two major economic hubs and offering passengers faster, more convenient travel options without changes at Bristol Parkway.
Firework-yobs attack police officers in Birmingham
Dramatic body-worn video reveals terrifying moment police officers were targeted with fireworks and bricks during violent disorder in Shard End, Birmingham
Police hunt thugs after brutal double assault in Solihull
West Midlands Police are urgently appealing for witnesses after two men were brutally attacked in separate incidents in Solihull town centre. Detectives believe the violent assaults may be linked.
Public Sector Pension Reforms: What Changes Mean
Major reforms to public sector pensions are being planned by the new Labour government, affecting millions of workers across the UK. Discover how these changes could impact your retirement plans and what it means for the future of public services.
Ex-Council Boss Faces 7-Year Public Office Ban
Ex-Birmingham City Council leader Tahir Ali could be barred from public office for seven years following a standards investigation into taxi licence misconduct during his tenure.
M6 lorry driver caught asleep at wheel in dashcam footage
Exclusive dashcam video reveals the moment a truck driver appears to fall asleep on the M6, veering across lanes in a heart-stopping incident that could have ended in tragedy.
Rail Chaos: Empty Trains Amid Service Cuts Anger Passengers
Furious commuters across the West Midlands are questioning the logic behind drastic rail service reductions as trains continue to run virtually empty while passengers face overcrowding and cancellations.
Car stolen with baby inside - police appeal
West Midlands Police are hunting thieves who stole a car with a baby inside from a Birmingham street. The infant was found safe minutes later after being abandoned nearby.
MP Lisa Smart addresses Stockport crime and transport concerns
Liberal Democrat MP Lisa Smart addresses rising crime concerns, public transport failures, and environmental initiatives in her latest constituency update for Stockport residents.
Birmingham's Public Spaces Set for Major Revamp
Birmingham's public spaces could see a major revitalisation as new legislation paves the way for designated activities including markets, performances and community events in previously restricted areas.
Fire extinguisher chaos on Birmingham bus sparks police hunt
West Midlands Police are urgently appealing for witnesses after yobs discharged a fire extinguisher on a busy Birmingham bus, forcing passengers to evacuate in a terrifying incident that could have had 'tragic consequences'.
MP: RNLI More Than Just Emergency Service
Conservative MP Marie Goldman praises the Royal National Lifeboat Institution's vital community role beyond emergency rescues, highlighting education and prevention work.
Amazon Urgently Recalls Dangerous Item in UK
Amazon issues urgent product recall for magnetic stainless steel balls sold on its UK platform over serious safety concerns. Consumers warned to stop use immediately.
TomTom's Hazard Alert Tech Could Save Lives on UK Roads
TomTom revolutionises road safety with groundbreaking hazard alert technology that warns drivers of dangers ahead in real-time, potentially preventing accidents across Britain.
West Midlands Housing Strategy: Public Consultation Opens
Birmingham City Council launches crucial public consultation on new housing strategy affecting thousands of West Midlands residents - share your views now.
Work starts on 169ft Christian eagle monument in Birmingham
Construction is officially underway on 'The Eternal Eagle', a monumental 169-foot Christian sculpture in Birmingham that will become one of the UK's tallest landmarks, twice the height of the Angel of the North.
Spade attacker jailed for 12-year Birmingham rampage
A violent thug who unleashed a horrific spade attack on multiple victims during a drug-fuelled rampage across Birmingham has been sentenced to 12 years behind bars.
Terrifying firework safety films that haunted generations
Relive the shocking public information films about fireworks that traumatised 70s, 80s and 90s kids with their graphic safety warnings and unforgettable imagery.
Firework Attack on Birmingham Bus - Police Hunt
West Midlands Police are hunting suspects after a firework was launched at a bus in Birmingham, forcing emergency evacuation and raising serious safety concerns about public transport security.
Birmingham's rat-infested rubbish nightmare ends
Residents in a Birmingham neighbourhood are breathing a sigh of relief as council contractors finally clear mountains of rotting rubbish that had become a breeding ground for rats and sparked health fears.
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