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West Midlands Police and Birmingham City FC partnership hailed a success following 'car cannibalism'
A joint operation between West Midlands Police and Birmingham City FC has been hailed a success following a vehicle crime operation.
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Car park chaos as sale shoppers 'stuck for hours' in 'gridlock hell'
One woman had to exit her car to help with traffic management
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Bars and clubs across Birmingham are now part of the Ask for Angela scheme
Homeless dad found dead on Boxing Day 'may have died from the cold'
Anthony Horn, 47, was one of a small group of homeless men who regularly slept under an overhang
Police to patrol streets around Blues ground in 'car cannibalism' crackdown
West Midlands Police and stewards from Birmingham City Football Club will be patrolling the area around the stadium
West Midlands Police issue drink drive warning - the facts
West Midlands Police has explained how to report a drink driver
M42 crash victim says 'lucky to be alive' after car sent spinning across lanes
Couple in plea for dashcam footage after lorry driver smashes into driver's side while trying to change lanes
Best 28 savings accounts for UK households after Christmas
Moneyfactscompare have put together a list of the best savings accounts for the week beginning December 29, 2025.
ITV star confirms exit after four decades with broadcaster
The legend has announced exactly when he will be leaving the group
Pension savers warned of 2 changes that could impact retirement plans
These changes are coming into effect from 2026
Dangerous "drunk driver" arrested after car driven dangerously without headlights
The police helicopter was scrambled in the chase
Martin Lewis addresses 'poor reputation' of smart meters
The Money Saving Expert outlined their benefits
UK snow maps show England turning white as 30cm flurries bury Britain
Met Office said the yellow warning for snow and ice meant “frequent and heavy snow showers may lead to some travel disruption”.
Warning for thousands of students getting maintenance payments in January
The Student Loans Company (SLC) is reminding students to remain vigilant of scams designed to steal personal and financial information.
Gordon Ramsay 'makes brutal mum dig' in daughter's wedding speech
Olympian Adam Peaty's mum was reportedly not at the wedding to Holly Ramsay
Birmingham Resorts World tragedy as woman found dead 'inside Genting Hotel'
Police and ambulances swarmed the Solihull entertainment complex after the woman was sadly found unresponsive
DWP handing state pensioners bumper £574 but it comes with sting in tail
State pension rates could unintentionally push more retirees into paying inheritance tax, experts have warned.
Police issue statement following rumours of New Year's Eve fireworks displays in Birmingham city centre
Police have warned that there will be no firework displays in Birmingham on New Year's Eve despite online rumours.
Police issue strict warning about New Year city centre fireworks displays
There are no official gatherings or fireworks events organised in the city centre on New Year's Eve