Friday, June 12, 2026 birmingham cannabis possession fine law police crime justice court drug

Arraz Mzori was fined £100 and ordered to pay a £40 victim surcharge along with £85 in prosecution costs at Birmingham Magistrates' Court. The penalties followed his admission to possessing cannabis after police officers were …

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Birmingham City is one week into its search for a new Director of Football following the departure of Craig Gardner, but recruitment efforts have been quietly ongoing since the end of last season. Gardner, 39, stepped down … Read More

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Darren Shale, a 52-year-old resident of Middleton Hall Road in Birmingham, has a notorious history with the law, holding 43 convictions across 83 offences. Despite this extensive record, Shale had managed to stay clear of any … Read More

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The Three Spires Morris dancers were unexpectedly excluded from this year’s Lichfield Bower festival parade following claims from festival organisers that the group caused delays by not adhering to instructions during the … Read More

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The Global Sumud Flotilla, carrying activists and aid intended for Gaza, was recently intercepted by Israeli naval forces while navigating international waters. Among those on board was 22-year-old Hasnain Jafer, who … Read More

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British Gas is inviting its customers to take quick action before June 30 for a chance to win a remarkable £16,410 cash prize—equivalent to ten years’ worth of average household energy costs. By simply joining British Gas … Read More