Discrimination undermines ‘sense of belonging’
DISCRIMINATION is undermining Migrants sense of belonging to Britain, a new report published today has claimed.
The report – Immigration, faith and cohesion – published by the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, found that nearly half of ethnic minority residents, including...
Man jailed for lying to Police
A MAN who tried to frame another man for attempted murder has been jailed for a year.
Yasir Khan, 28, of Shepherd Street, Bury, admitted perverting the course of justice at Bolton Crown Court and was sentenced to 12...
Man bailed over car crash death
A MAN has been bailed over the death of a Black Country newsagent.
51-year-old Walsall businessman Mushraf Surti was found lying in the middle of Broadway West, Walsall
A post-mortem examination confirmed Mr Surti, a father-of-six died from multiple injuries...
Jail for murdered bride family members
THE MOTHER-in-law of a Pakistani bride murdered by her husband was described as a “hypocrite” by a judge today as he sentenced three family members for allowing her death.
Phullan Bibi, 52, claimed she knew nothing of the systematic...
Gere cleared in Shilpa kiss row
Complaints were “frivolous”, says courtHOLLYWOOD actor Richard Gere has been cleared of all charges relating to his infamous kissing incident with Big Brother winner Shilpa Shetty.
The actor was accused of obscene behaviour after he embraced and kissed the actress...
UK legislation failing abused women refugees
SUBJECTED to violence but unable to escape - this is the reality facing hundreds of women in the UK, according to a new report by Amnesty International UK and Southall Black Sisters published today.
The report, entitled No recourse, no...
The 2008 Budget & the Islamic Finance Industry
Junaid Bhatti – A View from the TopTHE GOVERNMENT’S continued support for Halaal finance, as outlined in the March 2008 Budget, has been welcomed by the Islamic Finance experts in the UK.
Within the budget, Chancellor of the Exchequer...
‘Musharraf to blame for tour debacle’ – Imran Khan
Former captain blasts country’s politicsIMRAN Khan has blamed Pakistan president Pervez Musharraf for Australia pulling out of their tour to the country saying his political choices have had a detrimental affect on the nation’s favourite sport.
After months of...
Police appeal in city robbery
POLICE are appealing for witnesses and information following an armed robbery from a Royal Mail van in Alum Rock Road, Birmingham.
The incident occurred yesterday just after 12pm.
A lone offender approached the driver of the van, which was...
Family plea for hit and run victim
THE FAMILY of a father-of-six killed in a hit and run incident in Walsall have appealed for information to help catch the person responsible for his death.
51-year-old Walsall businessman Mushraf Surti was found lying in the middle of...
Christian composer inspired by Allah
A WORLD renowned composer has drawn inspiration from the Muslim faith for a forthcoming concert in Birmingham.
Sir John Tavener, a Christian himself, has looked to the Muslim faith for inspiration for his recent major work The Beautiful Names of...
Award joy for Asian wedding company
A LEICESTER-based Asian wedding service has scooped top prize at the Wrapit Wedding Industry Awards.
Tania-Tapel Limited proved themselves to be top of the tree - having been voted Britain's best wedding planners.
The Leicester-based company took the coveted honour at a glittering...
