Elderly Woman Charged £5k for Roof Tiles
A woman in her 70s was charged £4,850 for roof tile replacement. Two men waited outside in a van. Bank staff alerted police, leading to arrests.
Category : Housing Issues
SUVs Could Face City Restrictions in Scotland
A new report urges the Scottish Government to consider restrictions on large SUVs in city centers, citing safety risks, road damage, and environmental concerns.
Mother and Son Die in Ealing Park Water Tragedy
A mother and her young son died after getting into difficulty in water at Elthorne Park, Ealing. Police investigate but do not treat the deaths as suspicious.
Homeowners Face £14k Bills for Gardens They Thought Were Theirs
Residents in Long Eaton face bills up to £14,000 after being told their gardens are on council-owned land. Erewash Borough Council offers purchase or lease options.
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Two Boys Die in Wolverhampton House Fire; Woman Arrested
Two children, aged one and three, died in a house fire in Wolverhampton. A woman in her 30s has been arrested on suspicion of causing their deaths. Investigations continue.
Booking.com Hosts Vanish, Tourists Denied Refunds
A Booking.com host vanished after a payment, leaving an 83-year-old tourist unable to get a refund. The platform refused compensation, prompting a plea for help.
Campaign Against 18-Bed HMO in Brierley Hill Revived
A new application for an 18-bedroom HMO in Brierley Hill's Victorian buildings sparks a campaign led by councillor Adam Davies against 'substandard housing'.
Birmingham's Safest Streets: Crime-Free Areas Revealed
Discover Birmingham's safest neighbourhoods with lowest violent and sexual offence rates. Sutton Coldfield tops list, offering peaceful living away from inner-city crime.
Birmingham Rivals Unite on Children's Housing Scandal
Birmingham election rivals agree that thousands of children in temporary accommodation is a scandal, but differ on causes and solutions at the first hustings.
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Dudley Lib Dem Defends 'Potholes by Postcode' Deal
Dudley's Liberal Democrat leader Cllr Ryan Priest defends his 'potholes by postcode' deal with the ruling Conservatives, prioritising road repairs in Lib Dem wards amid criticism.
Blue Badge Holder Angry Over Neighbour's Parking Note
A Blue Badge holder received a passive aggressive note from a neighbour urging them to park outside their own home after parking two doors down, sparking frustration.
Top 3 West Midlands retirement spots revealed
Sunday Times research reveals bustling towns like Solihull, Wolverhampton, and Walsall are among the best places to retire in the West Midlands.
Homeless Dad and Baby Get £1,300 After Council Failures
A homeless dad and his newborn baby were left sofa surfing for over six months due to Birmingham City Council failings. The council has paid £1,300 compensation.
Man, 92, Held on Murder Suspicion After Woman, 87, Dies
A 92-year-old man is in custody on suspicion of murder after an 87-year-old woman was found dead at a supported living unit in Exeter. Police are not seeking anyone else.
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British Gas Warns of Paying for Others' Energy
British Gas warns customers moving into a new home could be charged for the previous owner's energy usage if they don't take meter readings immediately.
New 63-Day Council Tax Rule for England Households
England introduces a 63-day rule for council tax arrears, giving households more time and council support to repay debts, aiming to reduce aggressive enforcement.
Two Children Die in Wolverhampton House Fire
Two young children have tragically died in a house fire on Mason Street in Wolverhampton. Firefighters rescued them, but they were pronounced dead at the scene.
DIY Blunders Ruined Conservation Chances in Birmingham
DIY renovations like PVC windows and driveways have ruined chances for some Birmingham neighbourhoods to become Conservation Areas, an expert says.
Lad in the Lane Pub to Become Offices and Women's Shelter
Birmingham's oldest pub, the Grade II-listed Lad in the Lane in Erdington, could be transformed into offices and supported accommodation for vulnerable women under new plans.
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Woman's assisted suicide kept from dementia-stricken mother
Wendy Duffy, 56, ended her life at the Pegasos Clinic in Switzerland without telling her 87-year-old mother, who has dementia. Her family says nothing could stop her.
Tree That Killed Girl, 12, Needed Work, Inquest Hears
An inquest heard that a beech tree branch which crushed 12-year-old Brooke Wiggins to death had a crack concealed by ivy, and recommended work was not carried out.
95-Year-Old Driver Kills Woman While Looking for Parking
Joan Barwick, 95, was sentenced for causing death by dangerous driving after hitting Linda Wareham, 77, at a petrol station. She was looking for a disabled parking space.
Rapist Released from Mental Unit Days Before Attacking Sikh Woman
John Ashby raped a Sikh woman in Walsall after being discharged from a mental health unit without follow-up care. He was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum of 14 years.
Walsall Rooftop Food Court Refused Over Safety Issues
Walsall Council unanimously refused planning permission for a rooftop food court on an Asda car park, citing fire safety risks, illegal drainage, and comparisons to the Grenfell tragedy.
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Birmingham husband jailed 26 years for hot oil attack
Raju Mollah, 50, poured boiling oil over his wife's head and branded her face with a hot skillet in a brutal attempted murder at their Small Heath home. He was sentenced to 26 years.
New Rule for Pension Credit Claimants from May 1: Illegal Discrimination
From May 1, Pension Credit claimants will be protected under new Renters' Rights Bill, making it illegal for landlords to discriminate against benefit recipients.
Martin Lewis: Get Power of Attorney or Risk Costly Nightmare
Martin Lewis urges Brits to set up a lasting power of attorney to avoid costly, stressful Court of Protection proceedings. He warns that losing capacity is more common than assumed.
FCDO Warns Tourists: Don't Carry Cash or Jewelry
The FCDO issues new travel advice for St Vincent and the Grenadines, warning of increased crime. Tourists are advised to avoid carrying cash or jewelry and to secure valuables in hotel safes.
Midlands Residents Told They Are Trespassing on Own Gardens
Residents in Long Eaton face losing their gardens if they don't pay rent or buy the land from Erewash Borough Council, which owns it.
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Birmingham Islamic Girls School Faces Closure Over £93k Deficit
Jami'ah Khadijatul Kubra, an all-girls Islamic school in Small Heath, Birmingham, faces closure due to a £93,261 deficit. A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to save it.
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