Government Could Have Prevented Controversial Maccabi Fan Ban at Aston Villa but Failed to Act, Report Finds Sunday, February 22, 2026 maccabi ban government policing birmingham homeoffice safety football antisemitism committee sport Senior government ministers and officials had multiple opportunities to intervene and prevent the ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from attending their Europa League match at Aston Villa in Birmingham, MPs have concluded. … Read More
Birmingham to Ban Pavement Parking in Major Safety Overhaul Sunday, February 22, 2026 birmingham pavement safety parking banned motoring government transport council enforcement Birmingham is set to ban an everyday driving manoeuvre—parking on pavements—as part of a significant push to improve pedestrian safety. The city council is seeking new powers from the Government that will allow them to … Read More
Smethwick Food Trailer Car Park Proposal Rejected After Government Inspector's Review Saturday, February 21, 2026 smethwick parking safety foodtrailer planning council appeal pedestrian inspection carpark A proposal to keep a food trailer stationed in a Smethwick car park has been denied following the dismissal of an appeal by a government planning inspector. Sandwell Council had previously rejected a request for temporary … Read More
Warning Issued as Fraudsters Target Homes in Black Country with Same Distraction Tactic Thursday, February 19, 2026 fraud burglary blackcountry westbromwich distraction elderly scam police utilities safety Police have issued a serious warning following a spate of distraction burglaries targeting elderly residents in the Black Country. Between February 12 and 18, three fraudsters gained entry to homes in Sandwell, particularly … Read More
Seven Asda and Hobbycraft Products Recalled Over Asbestos Concerns Wednesday, February 18, 2026 recall asbestos asda hobbycraft toys safety parents warning crafts contamination Seven products from Asda and Hobbycraft have been recalled across the UK due to fears they may contain traces of asbestos. Both retailers have emphasized the importance of stopping use immediately and taking protective … Read More
‘Wild West’ Brazilian Butt Lift Ban Demanded After Birmingham Mum’s Fatal Dream Wednesday, February 18, 2026 bbl cosmeticsurgery regulation safety government plasticsurgery healthrisks licensing fatalities awareness The Government faces mounting pressure to ban Brazilian butt lifts (BBLs) following disturbing revelations of procedures performed in substandard conditions such as garden sheds, hotel rooms, and public restrooms. The rise of … Read More