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Hundreds of domestic abuse arrests from 'evidence-led prosecutions'
West Midlands Police said some people were reluctant to pursue complaints due to fear, so officers secure justice through following other lines of information
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HMRC writing to UK households - even if you don't get letter you must comply
More than 860,000 sole traders and landlords need to start preparing for the change if they haven’t done so already, HMRC has warned.
356,521 households have DWP benefits stopped after missing letter
People have failed to act on migration notices, which are sent out as part of the managed migration system.
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Lloyds Bank scraps key service in blow to millions of customers
The high street bank will no longer allow customers to deposit cheques at the Post Office.
Interest on all plan 2 student loans in England could be scrapped
The Tories' leader Kemi Badenoch has said the Conservatives would scrap the “unfair debt trap” of high interest rates on student loans.
Birmingham residents invited to 'come together' for community Iftar this Ramadan
West Midlands residents have been invited to join a community Iftar at a Birmingham cafe this Ramadan.
Three areas of the West Midlands where learner drivers are struggling to pass their theory tests revealed
Learner drivers in three areas of the West Midlands are more likely to struggle with their theory test, according to the latest pass rate figures.
Tile company marks record year by unveiling plans for Birmingham showroom upgrade
One of the UK’s fastest growing suppliers of architectural and sustainable tiles is celebrating a record 12 months, with news of a major showroom upgrade on the way.
10 Birmingham areas with lowest crime rates where residents have no worries
There are plenty of quieter areas where the pace of life is much slower
Families face having to give up DWP in-work benefits after rule change
Migrants face politicians doubling the wait for indefinite leave to remain to a whopping 20 years.
HMO rejected over 'high crime fears' in Wolverhampton could still go ahead
West Midlands Police raised concerns saying the proposals would move the area away from being a 'stable, family-oriented street'
O2 warning after man sent £42,000 bill 'he thought was a mistake'
Andrew Alty thought O2 bill was a mistake.
Thousands to miss out on DWP state pension payment when they need it most
Men and women are now expected to live in “good” health for less than 61 years
New Birmingham Airport sustainability strategy as it strives to be net zero by 2033
The new plan maps out key actions to support local communities, mitigate operational impact on the environment and be more energy efficient
'Underrated' Midlands town named among 'best places to live' in UK
The town might not immediately spring to mind when thinking about the region's gems
El Mencho killed: Cartel leader with £12m bounty dies in Mexico army raid
The notorious leader of Mexico's Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', has been killed, with officials confirming his death
Sally Ann Matthews shares blunt reason for quitting Coronation Street
Coronation Street icon Sally Ann Matthews has opened up about leaving the ITV soap after playing Jenny Bradley, criticising the show's shift towards crime storylines and police dramas
Bonnie Blue announces pregnancy after sleeping with more than 400 men
Adult content creator Bonnie Blue has announced she is pregnant with her first child, just two weeks after she slept with more than 400 men without protection
Update after Birmingham police officer seriously injured trying to stop e-scooter rider
The PC has undergone surgery after being hit while trying to stop an illegal e-scooter rider in Northfield High Street
BAFTAs 2026 host Alan Cumming explains shouting heard from audience
Alan Cumming explained to the audience that shouting heard during the BAFTAs ceremony was from John Davidson MBE, the inspiration behind nominated film I Swear, who has Tourette Syndrome