West Midlands News
Martin Lewis issues 'important' National Insurance warning to people under 73
BBC Sounds podcast star issued an "important" National Insurance years warning on Twitter/X after people realised they weren't eligible to buy extra years.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/martin-lewis-issues-importa
Wed, 08 May 2024
Flowers and balloons left for Drews Lane crash victim as tributes say 'forever'
Bouquets of flowers were left in Ward end for a young man killed in a smash
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/flowers-balloons-left-drews-
Wed, 08 May 2024
Jay Stansfield outlines his dream after emotional Birmingham City departure
Latest Birmingham City news from BirminghamLive includes Jay Stansfield on his plans for the future
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/jay-stansfield-ful
Wed, 08 May 2024
Drivers can escape £160 parking fine thanks to little known '10 minute' rule
Traffic warden Stacey, from London, reckons a trick can get drivers and motorists out of paying fines of up to £160 in the capital city.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/drivers-can-escape-160-parki
Wed, 08 May 2024
Thugs pulled over at service station busted with loaded firearm and sinister clown mask
Akelle Charles and Ricardo Thomas have been jailed for more than 14 years
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/black-country/thugs-pulled-over-service-station
Wed, 08 May 2024
Cocaine-fuelled Peugeot driver killed biker and hurt passenger in horror smash
Sean Guthrie, 56, has been locked up for killing 'charming' dad Michael Lloyd
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/black-country/cocaine-fuelled-peugeot-driver-ki
Wed, 08 May 2024
New petrol and diesel rules 'could fail' without government intervention
New electric vehicle rules - which include a petrol and diesel ban from 2035 - could fail unless car brands are correctly incentivised, according to reports.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/new-petrol-diesel-rules-coul
Wed, 08 May 2024
Family of five's housing nightmare after being placed in mould-infested property unsafe for anyone to live in
Heartless landlords housed family in property despite knowing it had previously been shut down
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/black-country/family-fives-housing-nightmare-af
Wed, 08 May 2024
People who have a BBQ told to turn it on for '15 minutes' this weekend
As the warmer weather arrives in the UK this weekend, it's time to dust off the barbecue, gather friends and family, and fire up the grill for some outdoor feasting.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/people-who-bbq-told-turn-291
Wed, 08 May 2024
DWP launches £64m scheme to get people off sickness benefits and back into work
The WorkWell initiative will connect people to local support services including physiotherapy and counselling and will be rolled out across parts of England from October
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/dwp-launches-64m-scheme-peo
Wed, 08 May 2024
Martin Lewis warns British Gas, OVO, EDF, Octopus customers now is 'perfect time' to act
May marks the bottom of the debit and credit cycle for energy customers, the BBC Sounds podcast presenter and ITV star has explained.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/martin-lewis-warns-british-
Wed, 08 May 2024
DVLA removes drivers' right to drive number of vehicles in licence shake-up
If you have renewed your licence and drive a larger vehicle you are being implored to "please check your categories" as we head deeper into spring and summer.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/dvla-removes-drivers-right-d
Wed, 08 May 2024
Aldi rolls out change for shoppers who buy drinks after alcohol aisle shake-up
Aldi, which is rivalled by Lidl, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Asda and more, is trying to clampdown on the amount of waste from products.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/aldi-rolls-out-change-shopper
Wed, 08 May 2024
First picture of new driver who inhaled laughing gas before killing friend in horror smash
Connor Jones, 21, also injured two others when he crashed in Lower Gornal
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/black-country/first-picture-new-driver-who-2913
Wed, 08 May 2024
UK tourists flying to Turkey warned after 'free perk' is scrapped
UK tourists jetting off to Turkey this spring and summer have been warned after another airline scrapped free hand luggage ahead of the holidays.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/travel/uk-tourists-flying-turkey-warned-2913183
Wed, 08 May 2024
Dine-and-dash couple repeatedly ate expensive meals at restaurants without paying
Ann McDonagh also shoplifted items from Tesco Extra, Tommy Hilfiger and Sainsbury's
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/uk-news/dine-dash-couple-repeatedly-ate-29
Wed, 08 May 2024
Cheryl Fergison explains 'harmful' psychological symptom after cancer diagnosis
The former Eastenders actress, known for her role as Heather Trott on the BBC soap, has spoken out about how deeply the diagnosis nine years ago affected her
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/showbiz-tv/cheryl-fergison-explains-harmfu
Wed, 08 May 2024
Aston Villa deal with Liverpool was crushed by angry ex-Anfield boss who wanted apology
Stephen Warnock recalls his falling out with Gerard Houllier, who banished the defender to Aston Villa's reserves and stopped him securing a return to boyhood club Liverpool
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/gerard-houllier-wa
Wed, 08 May 2024
Foreign Office warns UK tourists to 'stay alert' over 'high threat' this weekend
The Foreign Office has warned UK nationalsto stay “alert at all times” as Sweden tightens its security for Eurovision on the BBC this weekend.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/travel/foreign-office-warns-uk-tourists-2913188
Wed, 08 May 2024
New chain opens at Merry Hill as bosses say 'it's an exciting time'
Wingstop UK opened their new Merry Hill branch on May 6 and sell their famous 'voodoo loaded fries'
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/new-chain-opens-merry-
Wed, 08 May 2024
Menorca proposes 'ban' on UK tourists after number of visitors 'rockets'
Binibeca Vell residents say officials have left them to grapple alone with noise and rubbish from stampede of visitors with UK tourists now facing a ban.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/travel/menorca-proposes-ban-uk-tourists-2913201
Wed, 08 May 2024
Gemma Atkinson supported after emotional family loss and she says 'still to this day'
Strictly Come Dancing star, who shares Mia and Thiago with Gorka Marquez, reflected on her late father on Instagram this week.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/showbiz-tv/gemma-atkinson-supported-after-
Wed, 08 May 2024
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden says 'say hello' as she lands 'tough' new career role
Strictly Come Dancing star, who fought breast cancer last year, spoke out on Instagram as she posed in a charity tee.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/showbiz-tv/bbc-strictly-come-dancings-amy-
Wed, 08 May 2024
Brummie among five convicted over cocaine and heroin operation from town
Tyrone James, 23, from Yardley, was part of a gang found guilty over the supply of Class A drugs
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/brummie-among-five-convicted
Wed, 08 May 2024
Eamonn Holmes says 'lot to think about' after sparking concern over Ruth Langsford
This Morning alum, who recently sparked concerns among fans with a lack of updates about wife Ruth Langsford, posted a black and white photo on Instagram over the Bank Holiday Weekend.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/showbiz-tv/eamonn-holmes-says-lot-think-29
Wed, 08 May 2024
Village issues BT warning after £101,874 bill for residents and says 'it's wrong'
Residents of Wingland, Lincolnshire, say BT quoted them £101,874.60 to install a complex fibre network to their area - and every property would need to fork out £8,500.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/village-issues-bt-warning-af
Tue, 05 Mar 2024
Michael Schumacher's friend issues new health update and says 'unfortunately'
F1 legend Norbert Haug also spoke of his "wonderful memories" of the F1 legend.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/michael-schumachers-friend-i
Tue, 05 Mar 2024
Celebrity Big Brother in hot water over Gary Goldsmith blunder and fans say 'somebody tell him'
CBB viewers reacted to Kate Middleton's uncle's entrance into the ITV house on Monday March 4.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/showbiz-tv/celebrity-big-brother-hot-water
Tue, 05 Mar 2024
Asda announces café change at 200 stores and says 'until March 20'
Asda is now offering all its customers a free bowl of porridge and a hot drink every day until March 20.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/asda-announces-caf-change-200
Tue, 05 Mar 2024
Ring doorbell owners rush to cancel subscriptions and have 'six days' to act
The firm is raising the cost of its basic tier from £3.49 per month to £4.99 a month, a 43 per cent increase.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/ring-doorbell-owners-rush-ca
Tue, 05 Mar 2024
Celebrity Big Brother under fire over Louis Walsh and viewers rage 'he's let slip'
The ITV The X Factor legends are in the Celebrity Big Brother house together for the 2024 series.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/showbiz-tv/celebrity-big-brother-under-fir
Tue, 05 Mar 2024
Midlands drivers have been let down on speed cameras for years - a key thing must change
Birmingham City Council has said it won't be adding any new average speed cameras to its roads for now
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/news-opinion/midlands-drivers-been-down-sp
Tue, 05 Mar 2024
British Gas warns millions of customers 'you'll be declined' ahead of deadline
British Gas has issued an alert to its customer base around the up and coming due date for its £2,000 energy grants.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/british-gas-warns-millions-c
Tue, 05 Mar 2024
Police officer injured as unmarked car smashes into Stoke-on-Trent shop
The road was closed for several hours
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/black-country/police-officer-injured-unmarked-c
Tue, 05 Mar 2024
DWP tells people to stop reporting six changes because there's 'no need'
PIP claimants have been told not ALL changes in circumstances will impact your entitlement or see payments paused.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/dwp-tells-people-stop-repor
Tue, 05 Mar 2024
People who aren't on benefits can get one-off energy voucher from today
County Council has urged families who are struggling with their utility bills to apply for the support now in a major boost to Midlands households amid the Cost of Living crisis.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/people-who-arent-benefits-c
Tue, 05 Mar 2024
UK cheapest supermarket named and shoppers can save £37 there
Aldi was the cheapest overall at £125.43 on average, beating rival discounter Lidl by just £2.76, Which? has found in its latest study.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/uk-cheapest-supermarket-named
Tue, 05 Mar 2024
Celebrity Big Brother viewers 'refuse to believe it' after Colson Smith age admission
Colson, who plays Craig Tinker in Coronation Street, wowed ITV viewers when he entered the Celebrity Big Brother house on Monday (March 4) and revealed he is aged 25.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/showbiz-tv/celebrity-big-brother-viewers-r
Tue, 05 Mar 2024
Rowley Regis murder update as woman arrested over death of girl, 10
A woman - thought to be known to the youngster - was arrested on suspicion of murder following the incident in Robin Close, Rowley Regis
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/black-country/rowley-regis-murder-update-woman-
Tue, 05 Mar 2024
People who have mortgage with building society warned 'it's inevitable'
Mortgage reforms introduced after the 2008 banking crisis have “tilted too far” and first-time buyers are being excluded from the housing market, they've said.
https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/cost-of-living/people-who-mortgage-buildin
Tue, 05 Mar 2024