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Woman named in Midlands 'murder' probe as detectives get extra time to question male suspect

A cordon remains in place, as officers said they're working to reduce the size of the cordon 'as soon as possible'

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Car seized as 4 flee Wednesbury crash that saw woman and 3 children taken to hospital

The occupants of one of the cars - believed to be three men and a woman - had abandoned the vehicle before police arrived

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Ambulance statement as driver dies following Birmingham city centre crash

Paramedics began administering advanced life support to the driver but he tragically died at the scene

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Lloyds Bank confirms August 7 rule change 55% aren't prepared for

The bank has warned 55 per cent are not prepared for a new digital tax deadline from HMRC on 7 August.

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PIP assessment decisions 'could become even more opaque' in DWP shake-up

PIP could follow in Universal Credit's footsteps, experts have warned

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Inside the legacy of 'bankrupt Birmingham' as city's new leaders hope for 'vibe shift'

Birmingham residents have been forced to endure service cuts and a bins strike - but are better times around the corner?

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Birmingham city centre live as major road closed over 'incident' - latest updates

Drivers heading into Birmingham via the A38 are advised to use alternative routes as the Great Charles St Queensway is closed

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Early-morning arrest for Willenhall man accused of multiple offences

Crumpton, aged 40, was due to appear at Wolverhampton Magistrates Court today

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Sir Keir Starmer '£1,985 extra' payments for state pensioners before leaving as Prime Minister

Millions of pensioners set to be much better off over the coming years

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Midlands poshest streets where households own more cars than children

The ONS has revealed the areas of the Midlands region where residents own three cars or more - with parts of Birmingham featuring high on the list

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NHS confirms vaccine rule change from July 20 with 3 groups called forward

The NHS has confirmed Meningococcal B (MenB) vaccination offer letters will be sent out.

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Birmingham police name second man charged with attempted murder after 'stabbing' in Victoria Square

Mamozai and Rahmanullah are due to appear at Birmingham Crown Court in August following the alleged stabbing

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Green light for demolition of existing Black Country school and creation of new site

Plans to demolish an existing building and construct a new school building have been approved by the Council

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O2 confirms 'automatic' £7-a-day payments being sent to customers this week

Eligible O2 customers travelling to the USA will be able to use their mobile data

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Three Mobile confirms new £2 rule for customers leaving them fuming

The mobile network has increased the cost of its coffee discount with Caffe Nero, with the cost now rising from £1 to £2.

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Man dies and woman hurt after car hits railings in Birmingham city centre horror crash

West Midlands Police believe only one vehicle was involved at this stage, however officers have appealed for anyone with dashcam footage to get in touch

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Midlands man known by 4 different names is wanted by police

Police said he was wanted for coercive controlling behaviour, stalking, and fraud by false representation

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Lambretta Scooter rider dies in Shropshire crash as police appeal for witnesses

The man, who was in his 60s, was pronounced dead at the scene

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HMRC plotting monthly £290 tax bill for workers who earn £30,000

HMRC could force self-employed workers, freelancers and landlords to pay tax monthly on income they have not yet earned

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Sir Keir Starmer confirms £29,000 for over 20 million workers as he steps down as Prime Minister

The DWP says o ver 20 million workers are set to get more from every pound they save towards retirement.