Andy Carroll charged with breaching non-molestation order
Former England and West Brom striker Andy Carroll, 36, is due in court accused of breaching a non-molestation order. Get the latest details on the case.
Former England and West Brom striker Andy Carroll, 36, is due in court accused of breaching a non-molestation order. Get the latest details on the case.
John Chattin, a persistent offender with a history of robbery and assault, is back in prison after stealing candles and repeatedly breaching a court order banning him from Nottingham city centre.
A look at the UK's most dangerous criminals serving whole life orders, from Lucy Letby to Rose West, who will never be released. Discover the crimes that earned them Britain's most severe sentence.
Timonthy Lydon, 29, has been jailed for eight months and given an 18-month community behaviour order banning him from specific shops and Bilston High Street after 13 thefts. Police warn of impact on businesses.
Royal Mail warns of potential Christmas delivery delays across 92 UK postcodes, sparking customer frustration. See the full list of affected areas and the company's response.
UK households have until today to send first-class mail for Christmas arrival. Royal Mail's festive gift to staff downgraded to second-class stamps, sparking union criticism.
Royal Mail issues a festive delivery delay warning for 47 UK postcodes. Last posting date for first class signed items is December 20. Check the full list now.
West Midlands Police increase patrols in Birmingham city centre after reports of anti-social behaviour and a firework incident. A dispersal order is now in place.
Royal Mail warns of significant delivery delays in 60 UK postcodes due to staff sickness and festive mail volumes. Check if your area is affected and see advice for last-minute parcels.
Royal Mail has issued a service update warning of significant parcel and letter delays in 117 UK postcodes this Christmas. Find out if your area is affected and what the company is doing to fix it.
Daniel Langford, 34, overtook a police car while rushing to his ex-partner's home. He admitted dangerous driving and was given a community order and a driving ban. Read the full story.
Royal Mail issues apology as staffing issues threaten festive deliveries in 119 areas. See the full list of affected postcodes and what the postal service says.
Royal Mail warns of severe pre-Christmas delivery delays affecting 151 postcodes across the UK. Check the full list to see if your area is impacted.
Simon Matthews, 54, has been given a Criminal Behaviour Order banning him from multiple Droitwich stores for two years after five shoplifting convictions. Report any breaches to police.
Plan your festive post! Royal Mail confirms delivery and collection dates for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day 2025. Find out when services stop and restart.
A Worcester woman must tear down a two-storey garden building after neighbours complained. The council refused retrospective planning permission for the 'eyesore'.
Stephen Briscoe, 60, of Dudley, receives suspended sentence and 10-year order after vigilante group exposed online communication with a child. Read the full details.
Discover how non-barcoded Christmas stamps remain valid for postage, allowing savvy shoppers to use older, cheaper stamps and avoid recent price increases. Learn more about the 2025 collection.
Rochdale Borough Council has issued decisions on a range of planning applications, including home extensions, tree removals, and commercial changes. Discover the latest outcomes for properties across the borough.
Royal Mail is upgrading 3,500 postboxes with solar power and parcel tech. Birmingham residents find iconic red boxes taped and 'out of use' during the national rollout.
Royal Mail postpones major delivery rule change, pushing back the end of Saturday second-class letters to early next year. Read about the delay and the controversial staff Christmas stamps.
McDonald's UK rolls out 'Order Ahead' nationwide, using geofencing to prepare orders as customers approach. Get faster service for takeaway, drive-thru, or table delivery.
A 15-year-old girl's quick-thinking 'pizza order' call to police led to the arrest of a Birmingham man who groomed her on Snapchat. Abdul Kahar, 41, pleaded guilty to multiple charges.
West Midlands Police will deploy a 12-horse mounted unit from spring 2025 to tackle riots and football violence, costing nearly £6,000 per horse annually. Read the full story.
Residents in Worcester's Pearmain Close clash with the council over a historic cedar tree. The council cites its high value, but locals claim roots are damaging property. Read the full story.
The Duke of York's relocation to a King Charles property is stalled by reported demands for a large house with full staff. Get the latest on the royal rift.
A Solihull council tenant has been banned from his property for three months after a court granted a Closure Order due to reports of Class A drug misuse and anti-social behaviour. Report issues confidentially.
UK shoppers are urged to check festive postal deadlines now, with the first cut-off for overseas parcels on 5th December. Avoid missing Christmas with our essential guide.
Andrew McNab, 40, has been given a suspended sentence and a five-year Criminal Behaviour Order after a 'nasty and unprovoked' assault on a police officer in Telford. Read the full details of the ban.
A 39-year-old man from Staffordshire secretly placed a tracking device in his ex-partner's bag to spy on her. He received a community order. Read the full story.