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Angola and Namibia agree to take back illegal migrants
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's visa ban threat prompts Angola and Namibia to cooperate on deportations. The DRC faces sanctions for non-compliance. Read the latest on UK immigration policy.
Amazon to block illegal streaming apps on Fire Sticks
Amazon is launching a major crackdown on illegal streaming via Fire TV Sticks in the UK. Experts warn users of cybersecurity risks from piracy, including malware and data theft. Read the full details.
Fire Stick users face £1,000 fines in 2026 crackdown
UK households with Amazon Fire TV Sticks are warned they could face £1,000 fines for illegal streaming. Learn the new TV Licensing rules for services like Disney+ and Prime Video.
Birmingham 9th in UK for Illegal Sports Streaming
Birmingham is a major hotspot for illegal sports streaming, with residents facing prison and fines. FACT is targeting the West Midlands in a national piracy crackdown.
Birmingham in Top 10 for Illegal Sports Streaming
Birmingham is a major hotspot for illegal sports streaming searches, new data reveals. Residents risk heavy fines and prison. Discover the shocking figures and legal warnings.
Police seize £1.5m monkey dust from van in Longton
Staffordshire Police seize 25kg of synthetic drug monkey dust worth £1.5m from a van in Longton. Major organised crime unit makes significant bust as part of Operation Rivent.
Birmingham's 'spy car' to enforce parking from 2026
Birmingham City Council's new Mobile Enforcement Vehicle will patrol streets from January 2026, using cameras to fine drivers parked on zig-zags and bus stops. Find out what it means for you.
Birmingham's new spy car to catch illegal parkers
Birmingham City Council's new Mobile Enforcement Vehicle, equipped with HD cameras, will patrol from January to catch drivers parking illegally on zig zags and bus stops. Find out how it works.
Birmingham family jailed for drugs and firearm offences
Three members of the same Birmingham family are behind bars after police seized a loaded shotgun and drugs worth over £12,000. Read the full story of the investigation and sentencing.
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.
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.
Warning for UK homes over illegal IPTV sticks and boxes
Experts warn UK households using 'fully loaded' IPTV devices of malware, scams, and legal risks. Discover safe, legal alternatives for streaming entertainment.
MP Slams DVLA Over 'Wild West' of Illegal Number Plates
Labour MP criticises DVLA's enforcement as 'not touching the sides' of the illegal number plate crisis. Over 1,000 warning letters sent to suppliers in 2025.
Birmingham man caught smuggling alligator heads into UK
A Birmingham father attempted to smuggle 80 alligator heads into the UK for his eBay side hustle. Discover how Border Force stopped him and his suspended sentence.
Man convicted for illegal pet shop in council house
A Rugeley man has been convicted after running an illegal pet shop from his council house, neglecting animals including endangered species. Read the full story and learn how to buy exotic pets responsibly.
£20k cocaine haul found after Tamworth car stop
Staffordshire Police uncover £20,000 of cocaine and nitrous oxide after stopping a car in Tamworth. Two men arrested for drug and driving offences. Read the full story.
Major haul of illegal tobacco and fakes seized in Wolverhampton
Trading standards and police seized over 54,000 cigarettes and fake perfumes in Wolverhampton raids. Action is now being taken against the businesses involved. Read the full update.
Pair sentenced after £100k drugs seized in Ludlow home
A man and woman have been sentenced after police found heroin, cocaine, and cash in a Ludlow property. The raid followed community tip-offs about drug supply.
Man tried to smuggle 80 alligator heads into UK
A Birmingham man has been sentenced for trying to smuggle 80 alligator heads from America to sell on eBay. Read the full story of the unusual wildlife crime.
Second Tamworth shop closed for illegal goods
A second Tamworth shop has been forced to close for three months after being caught selling illegal and counterfeit tobacco. Read how the council and police are tackling crime on the high street.
200 boxes of nitrous oxide seized in factory raid
West Midlands Police seized 200 boxes of nitrous oxide cannisters in a raid on a Small Heath factory. The Class-C drug haul is valued at around £30,000. Read more.
Major Police Operation Launched in Birmingham City Centre
West Midlands Police flood Birmingham with 150+ officers in Operation Advance to tackle violence, anti-social behaviour, and illegal e-bikes. Read the full details.
£30k of nitrous oxide seized in Birmingham raid
West Midlands Police and Trading Standards seized 200 boxes of nitrous oxide canisters in Small Heath. The raid is part of Operation Target. Report crime anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Drug dealer jailed for four years after police seizure
Xhevahir Ademaj will spend Christmas behind bars after a police operation uncovered a drug supply network in Birmingham. Read the full story of the investigation and sentencing.
Birmingham police tow six cars in untaxed vehicle crackdown
Police in Birmingham have seized six vehicles from one street in a new operation targeting untaxed cars. One car had not been taxed since 2018. Drivers are warned to ensure compliance.
Illegal Slug Pellets Could Land UK Households a Fine
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.
UK raids 2,700 shops in illegal vape and phone crackdown
A major UK-wide operation has raided over 2,700 premises, seizing millions in illegal goods and making 924 arrests. Discover the details of the crackdown on unsafe and counterfeit products.
Six cars towed in Birmingham untaxed vehicle crackdown
Police in Birmingham have seized six untaxed vehicles from one street, warning drivers of a major enforcement shift. Ensure your car is taxed to avoid being towed.
1,200+ Drivers Miss Licence Renewal at 70 in 2025
Exclusive DVLA figures reveal a sharp rise in drivers failing to renew their licence at 70, potentially making them illegal motorists. Learn the rules to stay legal on UK roads.
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