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A key member of an international people smuggling network involved in illegal migrant crossings to the UK has been jailed for more than 10 years. Messages on his phone showed he and another gang member, known as ‘Kevin’, had discussed the movement of ‘chickens’ or people waiting for illegal crossings in northern France. Briem is […]

A man who was involved in recruiting lorry drivers for people smugglers has been jailed for six years today (27 March), following an investigation by the National Crime Agency. Romanian national Nicusor Lacatus, 53, worked on behalf of a UK-based criminal network to find hauliers who were willing to move migrants across the UK-France border. […]

Colwall Care Home proudly marked its official Grand Opening with a memorable celebration attended by guests, community members, and colleagues from across the Rotherwood Group. The event welcomed visitors to experience the home’s warm and inviting environment, where Colwall provides high-quality residential and nursing care. Guests enjoyed delicious canapés followed by a leisurely lunch, and […]

Detectives investigating the 1993 murder of Carol Clark have issued a renewed appeal for information as they continue to piece together the evidence they need to finally bring those responsible for her death to justice. Carol was 32 when her body was found by a dog walker partially clothed in reeds and undergrowth at the […]

A man has today (Friday 27 March) been sentenced for shining a laser at a police aircraft, while it was assisting officers with an incident in Telford. Reed Beers, aged 60, of Old Office Road in Dawley, Telford, pleaded guilty to dazzling or distracting a pilot during the incident on Tuesday 10 March. During the […]

A man who raped a 12-year-old girl last year has been jailed for 15 years. The rape, which took place near Nuneaton town centre on 22 July, caused shock and concern in the communities of Nuneaton, with the force acting swiftly to gather evidence, bringing the man responsible into custody within two days. Despite being […]

Sir Sadiq Khan has announced a £7 million campaign to showcase London to the world and tackle online “disinformation” that he says is harming the capital’s reputation..

Scientists have made a new discovery about the history of the Giant’s Causeway rock formation..

Motorway designers are being urged to “up their game” after an investigation found reported incidents of wrong-way driving on the roads have increased by 30% in four years..

The Bank of England is set to keep interest rates on hold as policymakers face the task of navigating the Middle East energy shock and a slowing economy..

Boxer Tommy Fury has dedicated his boxing victory to his and Molly-Mae Hague’s newborn son, Midas..

Banning social media for under-16s is on its own not “the silver bullet solution”, but should be part of a “basket of measures” to protect children online, the Culture Secretary has said, ahead of Sir Keir Starmer’s expected announcement of a ban..