Police Employing 'Hidden' Dashcams to Catch Speeding and Dangerous Drivers Sunday, February 8, 2026 dashcam police speeding recklessdriving technology enforcement roadsafety evidence motoring publicparticipation Most drivers are familiar with visible enforcement tools such as speed cameras and bus lane cameras. However, many who flout road rules assume they can evade detection once they’re out of the direct sight of these … Read More
West Midlands Police sergeant disciplined for offensive and sexist behaviour towards female colleagues Sunday, February 8, 2026 misconduct sexism police harassment workplace misogyny discrimination professionalism westmidlands suspension Sergeant Capewell of West Midlands Police has been found guilty of gross misconduct following a misconduct hearing that exposed his repeated use of offensive, sexualised language towards junior female officers. Known for his … Read More
Birmingham Drivers Face New 31mph Speed Limit Warning Saturday, February 7, 2026 birmingham speedlimits road safety driving fines speed cameras traffic enforcement police speed Drivers across Birmingham are being urged to take heed of new, lower speed limits implemented on many major roads throughout the city. Recent changes have reduced most 40mph zones down to 30mph, meaning motorists risk fines … Read More
Top 10 Most Dangerous Bus Services in West Midlands Revealed Saturday, February 7, 2026 westmidlands bussafety crime publictransport violence theft nationalexpress police safertravel transport sport New data highlights the West Midlands bus services with the highest reported crimes during the second half of 2025, revealing which routes passengers should be cautious of. BirminghamLive has obtained figures indicating the … Read More
Licensing Decision Looms for New Smethwick Restaurant Amid Police Concerns Saturday, February 7, 2026 smethwick ghanaian restaurant licensing police fireservice westmidlands council safety music The future of Kotoburaba, a new Ghanaian restaurant in Claremont Road, Cape Hill, Smethwick, is set to be determined at an upcoming licensing hearing following objections from regional emergency services. Sandwell Council’s … Read More
Five-Year-Old Calls Police on Drunk Mum Asleep in Car After Drinking Wine in Birmingham Saturday, February 7, 2026 birmingham drinkdriving childsafety alcohol communityorder police erdington breathtest roadsafety mother In a distressing incident in Erdington, Birmingham, a five-year-old boy alerted authorities when his mother fell asleep in their car after drinking a bottle of wine. The 36-year-old woman was found unconscious by police … Read More