New 30mph Speed Limits Implemented on 27 Major Roads in Birmingham Saturday, December 6, 2025 birmingham speedlimits roadsafety traffic driving regulations transportation safety accidents motorists sport Birmingham has introduced new 30mph speed limits on 27 busy roads across the city, reducing the previous 40mph limits on these major routes. The change aims to enhance road safety, decrease the risk of accidents, and create a … Read More
Resident Pleads for Urgent Action as Tarry Road Flooded with Rubbish Saturday, December 6, 2025 flytipping birmingham rubbish waste enforcement community health safety environment recycling A Birmingham resident has issued a desperate plea for stronger enforcement as illegal dumping on Tarry Road in Alum Rock spirals out of control, severely impacting the community’s safety and well-being. Wajid Hussain reports … Read More
UK Households Urged to Test Electric Blankets After Safety Failures Friday, December 5, 2025 electricblankets safety oxfordshire consumerprotection onlinemarketplaces firehazard testing uk heating legislation UK households have been urged to check their electric blankets following alarming safety test results. Oxfordshire County Council’s trading standards team recently tested 920 electric blankets at county-wide events, … Read More
First Average Speed Cameras Deployed on Major Birmingham Road Friday, December 5, 2025 birmingham speed roads safety cameras enforcement traffic police regulations collisions Birmingham City Council has announced the installation of the first new average speed cameras on Coventry Road, marking a significant step in the city’s road safety efforts. This initiative expands the existing average speed … Read More
Children Face Increased Risk of Harm Over Christmas, Warns NSPCC Friday, December 5, 2025 christmas nspcc childline abuse neglect domesticviolence children family safety alcohol As the festive season approaches, the NSPCC has issued a stark warning about the increased risks faced by children during Christmas. New research highlights that many families in the West Midlands—and across the UK—experience … Read More
LIVE: Firefighters Battle Blaze at Walsall Storage Unit Containing Fireworks Thursday, December 4, 2025 walsall fire firefighters storage fireworks emergency blaze safety explosive incident A significant fire is underway at a storage unit in Walsall, where a large quantity of fireworks has caught fire. The blaze erupted several hours ago, and emergency crews are still working tirelessly to contain the flames. … Read More