A Birmingham businessman is frustrated after a trailer blocks the pavement outside his shop for two days, causing issues for customers and pedestrians. Birmingham Businessman Rants After Trailer Left Blocking Pavement Outside Shop Birmingham: A businessman is upset after a trailer was left blocking the pavement outside his shop. The trailer has been there for…
Jason Savage, a Birmingham man, was convicted for planning a mosque attack. He communicated with an undercover officer, expressing intentions to die in the act. Birmingham Terrorist Planned Attack, Told Friend ‘See You in Paradise’ Birmingham: A man named Jason Savage was caught planning a terrorist attack. He was an imminent threat before police intervened.…
The DWP plans to check bank accounts of non-benefit claimants to tackle fraud. New powers will allow investigators to recover owed money directly from accounts. DWP to Launch Bank Account Checks on People Who Don’t Claim Benefits Birmingham: The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to check bank accounts of people not on…
A roundup of criminals sentenced in January 2025 includes a Grindr robbery gang and a crooked car dealer selling dangerous vehicles in the West Midlands. Jailed in January 2025 Including Grindr Robbery Gang and Deathtrap Car Dealer Birmingham: A group of criminals has been sentenced in January 2025. They include a gang that targeted gay…
The DWP’s new powers allow direct deductions from benefits, raising concerns about potential wrongful targeting of vulnerable individuals amid fraud investigations. DWP Granted New Direct Deduction Powers, Benefits Recipients Warned of Risks Birmingham: The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is facing criticism. They now have new powers to directly deduct money from benefits. This…
A group of masked youths tried to steal a motorbike in Sutton Coldfield while its owner was getting a haircut. The incident was caught on CCTV. Masked Youths Attempt Motorbike Theft on Busy Sutton Coldfield Road Sutton Coldfield: A group of masked youths tried to steal a motorbike on a busy street. This happened on…
Claire Howard from Solihull shares her journey of traveling 13 times abroad after a pay cut, revealing budgeting tips and the joy of extreme day trips. Teacher Takes Pay Cut Yet Travels Abroad 13 Times in a Year, Here’s How Solihull: Claire Howard, a teacher, took a pay cut but still managed to travel abroad…
VisitBritain launches a campaign to showcase West Midlands filming locations, attracting tourists to explore familiar movie backdrops and enjoy local experiences. Filmed in Birmingham – Hollywood Blockbusters That Looked Really Familiar Birmingham: The West Midlands is getting some Hollywood love. A new campaign by VisitBritain will highlight local filming locations. This is part of a…
Birmingham courts have recently sentenced several fraudsters, including a builder and a catfish, for stealing from unsuspecting victims. Stay alert to avoid scams. Think Twice Before Trusting Deceptive Birmingham Crooks with Your Money Birmingham: Recently, Birmingham Crown Court dealt with some serious fraud cases. These criminals have hurt many people, making it hard for them…
Meshaq Berryman, a 22-year-old gang member, received a life sentence for shooting three teens at a wake in Birmingham, highlighting ongoing gang violence in the area. Dangerous 9Boyz Gangster Jailed for Shooting Rival Teens at Birmingham Wake Birmingham: A drug dealer shot three people at a wake. This happened during a gang feud between two…