Jan Forster Estates collapses with £328k debts
Gosforth-based Jan Forster Estates Ltd entered administration owing over £328,000. The business was sold to the founder's daughter in a pre-pack deal. Read the full report.
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Labour Plans to Scrap Six-Month Limit for Speeding Fines
Labour proposes removing the six-month time limit for speeding offences, meaning drivers could be prosecuted years later. Read the full details and expert reactions.
Free Birmingham 2026 Events: Your Essential Guide
Discover 12 fantastic free events and activities in Birmingham for 2026. From light festivals to heritage weeks, enjoy the city without spending a penny. Plan your year now!
Janet Harris Estate: Creditors Must Claim by March 2026
A probate notice for Janet Harris of Biggin Hill, Kent, invites claims by March 2, 2026. Creditors or beneficiaries must contact EMD Law LLP to secure their interest in the estate.
Law Firm Returns to Liverpool City Centre After 15 Years
Bell Lamb & Joynson Solicitors opens a new central Liverpool hub at 20 Chapel Street, marking a major growth step and praising the city's legal sector. Discover the firm's expansion plans.
Labour green lights new pavement parking crackdown powers
Local authorities in England gain new powers to restrict pavement parking, aiming to improve safety for pedestrians, wheelchair users, and visually impaired people. Find out what it means for drivers.
Sintons LLP hits record £19.3m revenue in Newcastle
Newcastle law firm Sintons LLP celebrates a record year with turnover reaching £19.3m and significant team expansion. Discover how their commercial teams drove growth and their commitment to sustainability and community.
Historic Drink-Drive Law Change: One Pint Limit Proposed
The UK government is consulting on cutting England's drink-drive limit from 35mcg to 22mcg per 100ml of breath, effectively a one-pint maximum. This major road safety overhaul could also see stricter rules for new drivers.
Accountancy Firm DJH Launches Wealth Management JV
National financial planner Perspective Financial Group teams up with DJH in a 50/50 wealth management joint venture, aiming to fuel ambitious growth plans for both firms.
Labour to modernise 40-year-old mobility device laws
The Labour government launches a consultation to update laws on electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters, aiming to boost independence for over 10 million people with mobility impairments.
AIM-listed Graphene Firm Versarien Appoints Administrators
Gloucestershire engineering firm Versarien enters administration after a turbulent year of cash shortages and failed asset sales. Read the full story of the graphene specialist's collapse.
Mandatory driving test for revoked licences in Guernsey
Guernsey motorists who have their licence revoked must now retake their driving test. The law change, approved by the States, updates legislation for hazardous and drug driving offences.
Chelmsford MP's 2025 Review: 100k Emails & Key Votes
Chelmsford MP Marie Goldman reflects on a busy 2025 handling over 100,000 emails and key votes on assisted dying. She outlines the Liberal Democrats' opposition role and previews 2026's Hillsborough Law debate.
Birmingham Law Firm Triples Team with Top Talent
FBC Manby Bowdler, part of Adeptio Law Group, nearly triples its Birmingham legal team with five new partners from Top 200 firms, marking a major recruitment drive. Discover the ambitious expansion plans.
£60 fine for not defrosting your car, police warn
UK motorists face on-the-spot fines for driving with frosted windows as temperatures plummet. Experts warn of £5,000 penalties for snow on roofs and illegal vaping.
Uninsured driver fines set to double under Labour plans
Fines for driving without insurance will rise from £300 to £600 as part of a new government road safety strategy aimed at cutting insurance costs for all. Learn the details.
New Law Protects Supermarket Savings Schemes
A new UK law now protects money in supermarket savings schemes, preventing a repeat of the 2006 Farepak scandal. Find out which major retailers are affected.
Starmer on Trump's Venezuela move and WW3 fears
UK PM Keir Starmer reacts to the US capture of Venezuela's Maduro. Read the latest on the military action and its global implications for Taiwan and Ukraine.
Birmingham 1960: Photos show a city in transformation
Step back 65 years to 1960 Birmingham. See the new Nechells flats, the Onion Fair, Longbridge works & a city on the cusp of change. Explore 30 nostalgic images.
Five Reasons to Visit Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter
Discover the hidden gems of Birmingham's historic Jewellery Quarter, from award-winning food and historic pubs to fascinating museums and green spaces. Plan your visit today.
Birmingham in the 1990s: 56 Nostalgic Retro Photos
Take a nostalgic trip back to Birmingham in the 1990s with 56 retro photographs. See the Superprix, the legendary Que Club, and the city's vibrant streets. Explore the gallery now.
Smart Tachograph Mandate for New Goods Vehicles from 2026
Major UK driving law change: All newly registered goods vehicles must have a 'smart 2 tachograph' from 24 Dec 2026. Learn how this impacts drivers and operators.
Govt rejects law for reporting cat road accidents
The Labour government has refused to mandate reporting of cat collisions, citing enforcement challenges. Over 10,000 campaigners demanded change. Read the full story.
Birmingham's 2025: Strikes, Politics & Flag Wars
A look back at Birmingham's turbulent second half of 2025, from the unresolved bin strike and political infighting to divisive flag displays and a landmark new stadium plan.
Drivers fail roadside eye tests, lose licences under Cassie's Law
UK police can now revoke driving licences on the spot if motorists fail a simple roadside vision test. Experts urge drivers to get regular eye checks to stay safe and legal.
Drivers face 'significant' law change on jury trials
Motoring experts warn Labour's plan to scrap jury trials for some driving offences is a 'significant change' that could disproportionately impact professional drivers. Learn the risks.
13 Unmissable 2026 Birmingham Theatre Shows
Birmingham's 2026 theatre lineup is packed with hits like Mamma Mia!, SIX, and Mrs Doubtfire. Discover dates, venues, and how to get tickets for these spectacular shows.
Drivers Risk Fines and Ban After Underestimating Alcohol
Motorists are being warned they risk thousands in fines and a driving ban on Friday if they underestimate how alcohol affects them. Experts urge caution after New Year's Eve celebrations.
7 Key 2026 Driving Law Changes for UK Motorists
UK drivers face seven major rule changes in 2026, including car tax hikes for electric vehicles, new licence swaps, and fresh congestion charges. Stay informed to avoid fines.
NI drivers face total mobile phone ban under new law
Northern Ireland plans to outlaw all hand-held mobile phone use while driving, the first major legal update since 2004. The move targets dangerous behaviours like taking photos or scrolling.
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