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
Met Office Issues 14-Hour Yellow Snow Warning Across Seven Midlands Areas Tuesday, February 17, 2026 metoffice snow weatherwarning midlands forecast winter winds accumulations elevation safety The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning, signaling the potential for snow across several parts of the Midlands this week. From 4pm on Wednesday, February 18, until 6am on Thursday, February 19, residents should … Read More
Coffee Chain Tim Hortons Fails Hygiene Inspection in Birmingham Tuesday, February 17, 2026 timhortons birmingham hygiene safety inspection foodstandards coffee cleanliness newstreet fail Tim Hortons, a well-known coffee chain, has come under scrutiny after its Birmingham New Street branch received a failing hygiene inspection. On December 16, the store was rated just one out of five in an assessment conducted … Read More
Met Office Issues Yellow Ice Warning for West Midlands and Staffordshire Monday, February 16, 2026 metoffice icewarning westmidlands staffordshire weatheralert winter coldsnap icyroads safety ukweather The Met Office has issued a yellow ice warning covering Staffordshire and 60 other regions across the UK from 6pm on February 16 until 10am on February 17. This alert follows a period of rain, sleet, and hill snow during … Read More