Councils accused of using drivers as 'cash cows'
Local authorities face criticism for treating motorists as 'cash cows' through rising parking charges. Discover the impact on high streets and the government's response.
Local authorities face criticism for treating motorists as 'cash cows' through rising parking charges. Discover the impact on high streets and the government's response.
Strictly Come Dancing's La Voix opens up about his mother's unexpected passing just months before the competition. Read the moving story of family support.
LNER rail worker Samir Zitouni, who was critically injured protecting passengers during the Huntington stabbing, has been discharged. Read his family's emotional statement.
Simon Tang, 56, has been convicted after a brutal baseball bat attack and rape in a Walsall car park. The victim's bravery helped secure the conviction.
Former Hollyoaks actor Rizwan Khan sentenced to 11 years and 9 months for raping two women and sexual assault. Read the full victim impact statements and court details.
Halifax has clarified its policy on large cash withdrawals, revealing a £2,500 daily limit. Discover the fees and what counts as a cash transaction to avoid unexpected charges.
Mihae-Nicolae Patran, 34, has been sentenced to 12 years for a depraved rape and other sexual offences. The judge described him as a 'real danger to women'.
West Midlands Police have charged 19 individuals following significant disorder in Birmingham city centre, with offences including violent disorder and weapon possession after coordinated police action.
A Tamworth predator has been jailed for 12 years after a brutal attack, with police commending the bravery of his victim who confronted him during the trial.
Millions of British households could be hit with an extra £250 per year on energy bills to fund hydrogen heating projects, sparking concerns about affordability during the cost of living crisis.
Four individuals face serious charges following a major police operation targeting organised retail crime at a Birmingham Sainsbury's supermarket car park.
The UK government is considering a radical overhaul of vehicle taxation that would charge drivers based on miles travelled rather than vehicle ownership. This major policy shift could replace traditional road tax and fuel duty with a new digital tracking
Exclusive: The new Labour government is reviewing plans to significantly increase the fee motorists pay for driving into Birmingham's Clean Air Zone, potentially raising it from £8 to £10 per day.
Major building society Nationwide announces new monthly charges for current account holders, sparking concerns about rising banking costs during the cost-of-living crisis.
Major motoring rule change comes into force this week as drivers face £300 penalties for common window offence. Essential reading for all UK motorists.
Budget airline Ryanair has issued an urgent warning to UK passengers about a new verification process that could cost travellers £/€55 if they fail to comply. Here's what you need to know to avoid unexpected charges.
Regulator Ofwat faces mounting criticism as water companies prepare to increase customer bills while continuing to discharge sewage into UK waterways. Discover how this controversial decision impacts households and the environment.
Major UK councils are implementing higher parking fees for SUVs and other large vehicles in a controversial environmental move that could cost drivers hundreds more annually.
Budget airline Ryanair eliminates £/€55 check-in fees at smaller UK and European airports, saving travellers millions in surprise charges.
Walsall residents face new £50 annual fee for garden waste collections as council defends 'difficult decision' amid budget pressures. Service changes begin July 2024.
A 28-year-old Walsall man faces multiple charges after residents were reportedly threatened with a knife during a disturbance on a residential street. Police confirm court proceedings are underway.
Households across the UK are bracing for another TV licence fee increase as the BBC confirms costs will rise with inflation for the next five years, potentially pushing the annual bill beyond £180.
Millions of British families are bracing for financial shock as energy bills are set to surge this autumn despite falling price caps. Experts reveal why your payments could skyrocket.
West Midlands Police have made an arrest following a disturbing sexual assault near Birmingham's bustling Chinatown district. The incident occurred in the early hours near Holloway Circus.
Major energy suppliers including British Gas and Octopus are set to increase standing charges for millions of customers across England, Wales and Scotland, despite the overall price cap falling this July.
A Birmingham teenager who brutally raped a woman in a park attempted to justify his actions to police by claiming his youth made him 'not a monster', as he receives lengthy prison sentence.
Tesco introduces controversial 40p fee for online grocery orders under £40, sparking customer backlash as cost-of-living pressures mount.
Hundreds of Birmingham residents have voiced strong opinions on the city's Clean Air Zone, with council leaders now considering the future of the divisive environmental initiative.
UK regulator announces sweeping reforms to protect consumers from excessive mobile and broadband termination fees, potentially saving households hundreds of pounds annually.
West Midlands Police uncover disturbing slavery network in Birmingham as woman faces multiple charges following coordinated raids across the city