Police Appeal for CCTV Footage in Birmingham Broad Street Bar Sexual Assault Case Tuesday, April 7, 2026 police assault birmingham broadstreet investigation suspect cctv safety women crime West Midlands Police are appealing for assistance after a woman was sexually assaulted in a bar on Birmingham’s Broad Street. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, February 15, and no arrests have been made so … Read More
Birmingham City Council Investigates HMO Construction Amid Safety Concerns Tuesday, April 7, 2026 birmingham council hmo construction safety warwardslane investigation residents publicsafety housing Birmingham City Council has launched an investigation into the construction of a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) on Warwards Lane following serious safety concerns raised by local residents. Neighbors have described the … Read More
A Man Scared Me on a Bus — and I Felt Like It Was My Fault Sunday, April 5, 2026 women safety harassment publictransport abuse safertravel birmingham bystander empowerment violence sport It was an ordinary journey home one September evening. After a full day’s work from eight to four, I boarded the number 24 bus into Birmingham city centre, never imagining that this ride would change how I view public … Read More
Over 37,000 Drivers Lose Licences Amid New DVLA Eyesight Crackdown Sunday, April 5, 2026 dvla eyesight driving licence safety seniors vision regulations roadsafety ageing Over 37,000 drivers have had their driving licences revoked after failing to meet eyesight standards, as the DVLA prepares to enforce tougher rules. Data obtained through a Freedom of Information request by Marshall Motor … Read More
Birmingham Father Admits to Possessing Samurai Sword at Handsworth Residence Sunday, April 5, 2026 birmingham handsworth samurai weapon possession police arrest sword crime safety A Birmingham man has pleaded guilty to possessing a samurai sword at his home in Handsworth. The weapon was discovered by police officers during an investigation related to an unrelated incident. Authorities confirmed that …
Midlands Motorway Drivers Face Fines Despite Driving Below 70mph Saturday, April 4, 2026 motorways speedlimits fines smartmotorways westmidlands m6 traffic cameras congestion safety Drivers on West Midlands motorways can be fined even when driving below the usual 70mph speed limit. Although 70mph is the national motorway limit, smart motorways frequently impose temporary lower speed limits that motorists … Read More