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Police given extra powers in this area as shooting just one of 'recent serious crimes'
Extra officers deployed and section 60 powers in force across parts of Birmingham this evening and overnight
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Section 60 powers set to be used in Birmingham across night
Extended stop and search powers for police are set to put in place for police officers in part of Birmingham through the night.
Loss of appetite could be symptom of grim Victorian disease
Tuberculosis rates in Birmingham are well above the national average
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Santander shutting 18 UK branches in 2026 - full list
Santander announced a raft of closures last year, blaming the decision on customers shifting away from in-person banking to using mobile services.
Doctor has 'natural solution' to hard-hitting coughs and colds
As coughs and colds have hit hard and lasted longer, one expert has some tips that might help
Brits warned of 'surprise' tax bill on savings if they don't know the rules
People typically start paying tax when they earn over £1,000 of interest annually
DWP addresses question on potential reductions in Universal Credit payments
It comes ahead of The Crisis and Resilience Fund launching in April 2026
Labour urged to make changes to savings scheme to help 'all employees'
Two major savings changes are coming in the next couple of years
Symptoms and causes of gastroenteritis as cruise ship asks passengers to self-isolate
It's a condition that can wreak havoc in confined spaces like a cruise ship - here's what you need to know
The easy mistake which could be lowering your credit score
Data shows searches for 'does checking your credit score lower it' have soared by 3,700 per cent
UK construction firm collapses into administration - Everything you need to know
The business recorded a pre-tax loss of £2.8 million
Midlands hotel and spa collapses into administration - key details
The hotel employed around 120 people in the year ending 2024
Heart expert warns of three symptoms of 'silent killer' and what you can do
High blood pressure can be caused by poor diet, alcohol and lack of sleep
Lloyds Bank rolling out big change affecting 67,000 people
Lloyds Banking Group, which has branches in Birmingham, will provide AI training for all 67,000 employees to develop practical skills.
UK households urged to check energy bill small print for £851 saving
By moving to a new fixed-rate deal, households could potentially reduce their annual bills by as much as £851.
Desk workers warned poor posture behind 7 common conditions
Workers stuck at desks daily could be making their health worse by how they sit
M5 drivers hit by lane closure between Oldbury and Quinton
Drivers have been hit by delays due to 'emergency repairs', with motorway cameras showing the carriageway empty of traffic
Nationwide introducing new £75,000 income rule for customers
Nationwide has made a major change to its mortgage lending conditions, allowing some customers to borrow £50,000 more.
High street fashion brand closes 11 stores TODAY - full list
The Sutton Coldfield branch was previously closed down
Birmingham man charged with 'possession with intent to supply Class A drugs'
Police have charged two men with conspiracy to 'drug supply offences after we found crack, heroin and cocaine' after a stop and search was carried out in the West Midlands