How Birmingham residents defeated HMO plans in 2025
A look at how community action led to the rejection of several HMO applications in Birmingham in 2025, from Handsworth to Erdington. Read the success stories.
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Man held in Handsworth for smuggling ads on social media
A 29-year-old Indian national was detained in Handsworth for allegedly advertising illegal people smuggling services on social media. A second man was found illegally in the UK. Read the full details.
Birmingham men jailed for Handsworth hit-and-run
Three men from Birmingham have been sentenced for a deliberate hit-and-run that injured two teenagers and a woman. The motive for the attack remains unclear. Read the full court report.
Man held in Handsworth for 'people smuggling ads on social media'
A 29-year-old Indian national was detained in Handsworth on suspicion of advertising people smuggling on social media. The NCA and West Midlands Police seized electronic devices in the raid. Read the full details.
Driver dies in Moseley medical emergency
A male driver has died following a medical emergency in Moseley, Birmingham. Emergency services rushed to Wake Green Road but could not save him. Read the full story.
Pedestrian dies in Worcester van collision
A woman has died after being struck by a van on Worcester Road. Paramedics provided advanced life support but could not save her. Read the latest details.
Driver dies in Birmingham medical emergency
A male driver has died following a medical emergency on Wake Green Road in Moseley, Birmingham. Emergency services were called at 7.28am on December 22. Read the full story.
300 drivers a week fined on A299's temporary 50mph limit
Over 1,600 motorists fined in 39 days on Kent's A299 Thanet Way due to urgent safety measures for damaged road surfaces. Police urge drivers to respect the limit.
Wake Green Road blocked after serious Moseley crash
Wake Green Road in Moseley is closed following a serious collision. Police urge drivers to avoid the area as bus diversions are in place. Follow live updates.
£20k Reward in Sparkbrook Fatal Crash Probe
Police renew appeal for witnesses to a fatal crash on Stratford Road, Sparkbrook, that killed a 22-year-old passenger. A £20,000 reward is offered for information.
Police renew appeal after Handsworth hit-and-run
West Midlands Police issue fresh appeal for information after a man in his 30s was seriously injured in a hit-and-run on Hamstead Road, Birmingham. Call 101 with dashcam footage.
Mum's Christmas warning five years after fatal Solihull crash
A Birmingham mother shares her grief five years after her son and daughter-in-law died in a crash. She urges drivers to wear seatbelts and drive safely this Christmas.
New average speed cameras for 6 Birmingham roads in 2026
Birmingham City Council is installing average speed cameras on six new routes in 2026, expanding enforcement across the city. Drivers urged to stick to limits to save lives.
Second person charged in Birmingham teen murder case
Olivier Gabbis, 20, charged with assisting an offender following the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Yassin Alama in Handsworth. Police continue their investigation.
Crash closes road near Bartley Green reservoir
A road in south-west Birmingham was closed after a two-car collision at the junction of Scotland Lane and Frankley Lane. One person sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Get the latest traffic updates.
Four injured in Birmingham two-car crash, boy hospitalised
A boy and three adults were injured in a two-car collision at a Handsworth junction. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Get the latest Birmingham traffic news.
Driver charged after fatal Soho Road crash in Birmingham
A driver faces multiple charges after a collision on Soho Road, Handsworth, left a pedestrian dead and a woman seriously injured. Police appeal for witnesses.
Soho Road holds silence for hit-and-run victim
The Handsworth community gathered for a poignant minute's silence after a fatal hit-and-run on Soho Road. A 54-year-old man died and a woman was injured. Police have made an arrest.
New 20mph limits proposed for Birmingham roads
Birmingham City Council launches consultation on 20mph speed limits and safety measures near Chilcote School in Hall Green. Have your say by 9 January.
Man arrested after fatal Soho Road crash in Birmingham
A 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a collision on Soho Road, Birmingham, which killed a 54-year-old man. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Birmingham hit-and-run: Man killed on Soho Road, police hunt driver
A man in his 50s died at the scene after a hit-and-run on Soho Road, Handsworth. A woman was injured. Police are searching for the driver of a Vauxhall Corsa. Call 101 with information.
Soho Road hit-and-run leaves man dead, woman in hospital
A man in his 50s has died after a hit-and-run on Birmingham's Soho Road. A woman was also injured. Police hunt for the Vauxhall Corsa driver. Call 101 with info.
Hit-and-run kills man, injures woman in Birmingham
A man has died and a woman is in hospital after a hit-and-run on Soho Road, Handsworth. Police are hunting the driver of a Vauxhall Corsa. Call 101 with information.
Soho Road hit-and-run: Two injured, police hunt driver
Two pedestrians were injured, one seriously, in a hit-and-run on Soho Road, Birmingham. The road is closed as police search for the grey Corsa driver. Follow live updates.
Birmingham man charged after guns found at city address
Carlo Reid, 23, of Handsworth, appears at Birmingham Magistrates' Court charged with firearm possession and related offences after police discovery. Follow for breaking updates.
Police hunt hit-and-run driver after Soho Road collision
Police are searching for a driver who fled the scene after a collision left two pedestrians injured on Soho Road in Handsworth. One person has serious injuries. The road is closed.
Serious collision closes A41 Soho Road in Handsworth
A serious collision has led to the closure of the A41 Soho Road in Handsworth, Birmingham. Police are investigating and bus diversions are in place. Follow for live updates.
Slow driving police stop highlights road safety priority
A journalist's experience of being pulled over for driving too slowly on a dark, rainy night leads to a reflection on the vital role of police in keeping roads safe, especially during the festive season.
New driving laws considered for over-70s
UK considers new driving laws for over-70s as data reveals they represent 13% of road fatalities. Read the full report findings and potential changes.
Birmingham cuts speed limits on 27 main roads to 30mph
Birmingham City Council enforces new 30mph limits on over 25 key routes, including Bristol Road and Hagley Road West, as part of a major road safety drive. Learn the full list and locations of new speed cameras.
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