West Midlands Police arrested nearly 315 people for drink and drug driving in December, including delivery drivers and care workers. The force warns there is 'no excuse' and urges the public to report offenders.
The UK government proposes a crackdown on 'ghost plates' with new seizure powers and penalty points. Public consultation open until 31 March 2026.
The government launches a consultation on tougher penalties, including vehicle seizure, for drivers using illegal 'ghost plates' designed to evade ANPR cameras. Have your say by March 31.
New research reveals 1.6 million UK motorists may be driving uninsured, unaware policies expire. Tougher penalties are coming. Check your cover now to avoid severe fines.
HMRC announces a major crackdown on unpaid taxes, targeting individuals and companies. Learn about the new enforcement measures and the billions in revenue being pursued.
HMRC plans to close a Cash ISA loophole, potentially hitting Birmingham households with a £162 tax charge. Learn how the 2027 reforms affect your savings.
Birmingham City Council lowers speed limits from 40mph to 30mph across the city in a major road safety crackdown. Police enforce new rules to cut collisions.
Serious HMRC system errors are wrongly classifying living individuals as dead, preventing state pension applications. Learn how to check your NI record and what to do if affected.
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.
Police arrest 117 drivers in two-week crackdown on drink and drug driving. A tragic case highlights the devastating consequences of driving under the influence. Read the full story.
Your National Insurance number's final two digits determine when your DWP state pension arrives in January. Learn your payment day and key pension facts.
UK authorities are launching 'thorough' investigations into illegal streaming on Amazon Fire TV Sticks. FACT warns users face serious legal consequences. Learn the risks.
A major new campaign urges UK drivers to reduce speed by 5mph to halve fatal collisions. Learn the shocking stats and official warnings for safer roads.
UK police are cracking down on modified Amazon Fire Sticks in 17 areas. Users face fines up to £50,000 for illegal streaming. Learn the risks and legal alternatives.
The government and police are intensifying enforcement against drink and drug driving this Christmas. Ministers warn the message is simple: never drive under the influence.
A parliamentary report warns the UK's number plate system is 'outdated and poorly regulated', creating a national security threat. Experts call for urgent action.
Police in the Midlands begin a major crackdown on nitrous oxide, with new powers to seize canisters and arrest offenders. Learn about the health risks and legal consequences.
A shocking investigation reveals one in fifteen UK vehicles uses fraudulent 'ghost plates', prompting a road safety emergency in Birmingham. Read the urgent calls for a crackdown.
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.
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.
Hillingdon Council fines thousands of taxi drivers for illegal parking near Heathrow. MP warns of 'rogue driver' anti-social behaviour. Read the full enforcement details.
The DVLA has banned over 400 potentially offensive number plate combinations for 2026. See the full list of prohibited registrations and the reasons behind the crackdown.
HMRC is launching an aggressive new crackdown on historic tax avoidance from 2026, with new powers, a US-style whistleblower reward scheme, and a surge in criminal investigations. Experts warn of risks.
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.
Put your festive knowledge to the test with our ultimate Christmas Day quiz, featuring general knowledge, cryptic carols, and Christmas number ones. Can you top the leaderboard?
HMRC unveils strict measures to prevent savers circumventing the new £12,000 cash ISA limit from April 2027. Experts warn of 'stealth tax' on investors.
HMRC is turning to artificial intelligence to tackle a £700m tax gap and improve compliance. The technology will identify risks faster but human caseworkers will make final decisions. Read the latest.
UK motorists are being warned they could face a £1,000 fine for illegally parking in disabled bays. Councils have launched a major crackdown after 20,000 investigations in five years. Read the full details.
A motorist in Staffordshire recorded a shocking 535mcg breath alcohol reading, the highest in England over three festive periods. Police warn of increased patrols.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is reportedly weighing a social media ban for under-16s in the UK, closely monitoring Australia's new crackdown. Read the latest on the potential policy shift.