Shamed Prison Guards Sentenced in 2025 for Inappropriate Relationships with Inmates Sunday, December 28, 2025 prison misconduct inmates sentencing corruption investigation relationships officers justice jail In 2025, several female prison officers have been sentenced to prison after engaging in inappropriate relationships with inmates. These illicit activities came to light following investigations led by police and the Ministry … Read More
People Power Triumphs Over HMO Plans in Birmingham During 2025 Sunday, December 28, 2025 hmo birmingham planning community objections petitions residents regulations housing mp “We’ve had enough.” This was the unanimous response from countless Birmingham residents each time a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) application was submitted in their neighborhoods during 2025. Communities rallied … Read More
Inside Birmingham’s Quirkiest Café: How a Resident Cat Almost Closed Folklore Sunday, December 28, 2025 folklore birmingham suttoncoldfield café bagels betty cat environmentalhealth community microbakery Tucked away beside Platform 2 at Sutton Coldfield Railway Station in Birmingham lies Folklore, a café that effortlessly blends community spirit with unique charm. Once the station’s shop, this hidden gem is easy to overlook, … Read More
How the Ghosts of the Burger Bar Boys and Johnson Crew Still Haunt Birmingham in 2025 Sunday, December 28, 2025 birmingham gangs violence territory crime drugtrade law enforcement youth The Burger Bar Boys and Johnson Crew are infamous names in Birmingham’s criminal history—rival gangs that brought decades of violence and fear to the city’s north. Their reign over the drug trade and territorial disputes left … Read More
Next's Chic Burgundy Stripe Pyjamas That Look Far More Expensive Than £38 Sunday, December 28, 2025 pyjamas next stripes comfort fabric style newyear sleepwear quality bargain If you missed out on pyjamas this Christmas, Next’s Burgundy Red Stripe Button-Through Pyjamas could be just what you need to refresh your sleepwear for the New Year. There’s something special about starting the year … Read More
Twixmas Activities in Birmingham: Your Essential Guide Sunday, December 28, 2025 twixmas birmingham theatre pantomime rsc nationaltrust walks iceskating winter entertainment Twixmas—the magical days between Christmas and New Year—is the perfect time to explore Birmingham and its vibrant surroundings. Whether you’re looking for festive entertainment or outdoor adventures, there’s something … Read More