Supermarket giant Sainsbury's has launched a second attempt to build a convenience store on the car park of the Farmer John's pub in Streetly, after a previous application was refused. Read the latest on this local planning battle.
UK households warned to check garden sheds for banned metaldehyde slug pellets. Storing or using them is now illegal and could result in a fine. Check and dispose safely.
North Wales Police banned seven drivers immediately after they failed roadside eyesight tests. Officers stopped over 320 vehicles as part of Operation Dark Night. Learn more about the crackdown and Cassie's Law.
A little-known drink-driving rule means you could be prosecuted just for being near your car with keys. As police patrols increase for Christmas, learn how to stay safe and avoid a charge.
From a historic pub facelift to a new fly-tipping crackdown, here's your roundup of the latest news and decisions from Solihull Council this week.
Key developments in Walsall this week include a historic building conversion for NHS staff, a major green belt housing inquiry, and a row over a £50m free school. Get the full update.
Warwick District Council must repay double council tax charged on second homes after admitting it 'acted outside the law'. A procedural mistake forces a costly U-turn.
Developer Richborough unveils plans for 650 dwellings and a new country park on land off Whitmore Road. Public consultation open until December 7.
A new study crowns Solihull as England's calmest area, with low noise, light pollution & emissions. Discover why it's the ideal family home. Read the full report.
Scarlett Johansson reveals her mother-in-law questioned the name Cosmo for her son, while her own mother loved it. Get the full story on the family reactions.
The RAC warns all UK drivers that setting off with a misted windscreen is illegal. Follow their expert demisting tips to stay safe and avoid fines this winter.
UK drivers, especially under-25s, are increasingly using handheld phones while driving, risking six points, £200 fines, and court-imposed driving bans. The RAC warns of a 'concerning increase'.
The Hussey Family Trust seeks an environmental impact ruling for 300 homes on land east of The Marsh in Wanborough, Swindon. Read the latest on this controversial development.
Birmingham City Council's new Local Plan proposes 15 Green Belt sites in Sutton Coldfield for housing, with over 8,200 potential homes. Public consultation extended to December 19.
A public inquiry into 115 homes on Walsall green belt land has started. Developers accuse the council of a 'catastrophic failure' in housing supply. Read the latest.
A public inquiry into 115 homes on Walsall green belt hears claims of 'catastrophic' council housing failure and debates 'grey belt' status. Inspector's decision due by January 2026.
A stark warning for millions of motorists in England: driving uninsured this festive season could lead to fines, points, and insurance woes. Discover the legal solution.
Olympic medallist Ben Whittaker's home was burgled as he fought live on TV. His IBF title belt was stolen. Police are appealing for information.
British boxer Ben Whittaker's Wednesbury home was burgled while he fought in Birmingham. His IBF belt was stolen. Police are investigating and a reward is offered.
The UK Government plans to slash the drink-drive limit in England and Wales to 22 micrograms, aligning with Scotland. Discover the details and road safety implications.
Asda has apologised after failing to display mandatory unit prices on items like Weetabix and dishwasher tablets, breaking UK consumer law. Discover which products were affected.
Six major driving law changes hit in December 2025, impacting EV owners, petrol drivers, and London commuters. Get the full details on pay-per-mile, fuel duty, and the Congestion Charge shift.
A wildlife trust warns a 115-home development on Walsall's green belt would harm nature. The planning inquiry starts next week. Read the latest on this crucial local decision.
UK drivers with glaucoma, cataracts, or other vision issues face a £1,000 fine for not declaring their condition to the DVLA. Stay legal and safe on the roads.
Olympic boxer Ben Whittaker returns from victorious Matchroom debut to discover his Wednesbury home burgled and IBF belt stolen. The fighter offers a reward for information.
Sainsbury's submits a third planning application to build a convenience store on a Sutton Coldfield pub car park, citing new 'grey belt' planning rules. Will it succeed?
A Birmingham office worker claims men and women have been separated at work, with one female employee allegedly sacked after complaining. Is this legal in the UK?
The UK government announces new national minimum standards for taxi and private hire vehicle licensing to strengthen passenger safety. Learn how this crackdown affects you.
A tax official must pay HMRC £20,000 after a tribunal ruled his work-from-home refusal was 'vexatious'. Discover the implications for remote workers across the UK.
Bromsgrove MP Bradley Thomas campaigns to protect the green belt, urging the government to reverse Birmingham's reduced housing target. Over 5,600 back his petition.